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Mostly Free & Fun Things to Do this Weekend with Westchester Kids: Nature, Expos, Hockey & More, Nov. 2 & 3
Our jack-o-lantern has turned completely moldy but the squirrels didn't seem to mind--they devoured the whole thing! Less clean up for me, though it is a sign that Halloween is here and if you started celebrating early like me, you may be all too ready for the next wave of the holiday season. I know I am! If you're not quite ready to give up the ghosts and ghouls, there are still some Halloween events continuing this weekend like the Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze and other events in Historic Hudson Valley. This is also the last weekend to visit the Scarecrow Invasion and Jay Ghoul’s House of Curiosities at Lyndhurst Castle. November 1 and 2 mark the Mexican holiday of Dia de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, with many of the same trappings as Halloween and there are two events on Saturday honoring the tradition.
If your kids are into geology visit the Teatown Lake Reservation for Stories in Stone or Cranberry Lake Preserve for the Quarry Hike. For the animal loving littles, join Westmoreland Sanctuary for Meet the Critters and Bird Banding or take the Owl Prowl night hike at Muscoot Farm. Saturday also brings tons of reptiles to Westchester at the Reptile Expo.
Have you ever wanted to play a live version of an arcade game? No? Me neither, until I read about Field Frogger being held this Sunday at Ridge Hill. Anyone over the age of 13 can participate. It should be hysterical whether you are the “Frogger” or just watching from the sidelines. Make sure those phones are charged to capture the ridiculousness on video! Kidville in Mount Kisco is celebrating its Grand Opening all weekend long with concerts by Rockin’ Railroad, open play in the state of the art gym, face painting, balloon artists, and more.
Read on for top weekend picks. If you see something interesting, click through to the event listing to view full details. Looking for more options? Be sure to check our Event Calendar for more fun happening this weekend and beyond.
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Kidville Mount Kisco Grand Opening Celebration – Mount Kisco
Join the staff of Kidville for a weekend long celebration with performances by Rockin’ Railroad, open gym, glitter tattoos, balloon artists, face painting, a family photo booth, arts and crafts, snacks, and goodie bags. FREE.
SATURDAY
Day of the Dead Performance & Reception - New Rochelle
The Mazarte Dance Group will perform traditional Mexican dances in honor of Dia de los Muertos. Kids will love the beautiful and colorful costumes. Mariachi Flor de Toache, a five-piece mariachi group of female musicians, will provide the celebratory music. Performances are first come, first served, so plan to arrive early. FREE.
Dia de los Muertos Celebration - Yonkers
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with Mexican and Ecuadorian food and face painting to honor the departed. Enjoy live music by Banda de los Muertos and tour "haunted" Glenview Mansion. Don't miss the altar decorated by Zafiro Romero Acevedo, which will be on display October 26-November 4. There will also be guided art project where kids can create their own face masks, paper flowers and mini skull pillows. FREE with museum admission; $5 for adults, $3 for children.
Stories in Stone at Teatown Lake Reservation – Ossining
Join Elissa Schilmeister to discover the hidden stories in the nooks and crannies of Teatown’s rock walls. $5 admission.
Quarry Hike at Cranberry Lake Preserve – North White Plains
Take a hike to the nature preserve’s rock quarry to learn all about its geology and history. FREE.
Meet the Critters of Westmoreland – Mount Kisco
Meet the resident animals. The animal curator will be on hand to answer questions. Pet Buster the rabbit, see if Bert the corn snake feels hot or cold to the touch and find out what it takes to keep all of the animals happy and healthy. $5 admission.
Bird Banding at Westmoreland – Mount Kisco
See live wild songbirds in the hand as staff safely capture, band, and release birds during this program. $5 admission.
New York Metro Reptile Expo – White Plains
The County Center will be filled with thousands of live reptiles and amphibians on display and for sale. Books, supplies, and cages are also available. $10 adults, $5 kids 7 – 12, FREE for kids under 7.
Owl Prowl - Katonah
Join naturalist and owl expert Frank Gallo as he teaches and guides you on a night hike through the farm and beyond in search of the owls who reside at the Muscoot Farm. FREE.
Children’s Workshop at Home Depot – Port Chester, Yonkers, New Rochelle, Hawthorne
Sail a Mighty Ship is this month’s hands-on workshop designed for children ages 5–12. Drop in any time between 9am and 12pm. Kids keep their craft and receive a kids workshop apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement. FREE.
"Try Hockey for Free" NY Rangers Program – Brewster
Program introduces ice hockey to children ages 10 and younger. Introductory on-ice lesson with professional instruction, free rental skates and loaner equipment, appearance and autographs with NY Ranger alum, and an exclusive NY Rangers hockey stick for each participant. Must pre-register. FREE.
SUNDAY
Chocolate World Expo – White Plains
The County Center comes alive with tastings and sales of chocolate, baked goods, specialty foods, gelato, cheeses and much more from local and regional vendors. Unique exhibits, performances, demonstrations and/or celebrity appearances. Kids will have the chance to meet Spiderman. Entertainment by mentalist Marc Salem. $15 adults, $10 kids 5 – 11, FREE for kids under 5.
Fall Festival – Scarsdale
The Weinberg Nature Center in Scarsdale is hosting a fun filled afternoon of autumn activities. Apple cider making, haystack dive, nature walks, animal shows, arts and crafts, face painting, petting zoo, music and more. $8, FREE for kids under 2.
Field Frogger at Ridge Hill - Yonkers
Anyone over the age of 13 can have a chance to cross visually-stimulated “highways” and “rivers” and hitch rides on “logs” and “turtles” to avoid impending collision with “cars” and “crocodiles”. Bounce on a yoga ball to stimulate the frog’s movements.
BEYOND WESTCHESTER
Check out the largest Veteran's Day parade in all of New England at the Connecticut Veteran's Parade in Hartford.
Don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more fun happening throughout Westchester!
