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5/22/24 - By Katherine Dhurandhar

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this long holiday weekend.

If you're staying in town for Memorial Day weekend, there's no shortage of fun things to do. Celebrate the beginning of summer with the opening of Westchester beaches and local water parks, plus the season opening of the Legoland New York Water Playground.

Families can enjoy festivities all weekend long at events like the Rye Playland Memorial Day Weekend Celebrations and Fireworks. Or, check out the special changing of the flag ceremony on the beautiful Walkway over the Hudson.

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Washingtonville Memorial Day Weekend Carnival

Washingtonville – FREE
Thursday, May 23-Monday, May 27
Enjoy rides, games, food, and more this Memorial Day weekend at the annual Washingtonville Memorial Day Weekend Carnival in L Vern Allen Park. READ MORE

Sons and Daughters of Italy Festival

Wappingers Falls – FREE
Thursday, May 23-Sunday, May 26
Enjoy carnival rides, a craft fair, and food vendors at this annual, family-friendly festival held over Memorial Day weekend. Visit the all-new garden and entertainment tent. Visit on Sunday night to catch the annual fireworks show. READ MORE

Legoland New York Water Playground Opening Weekend

Goshen
Opens Thursday, May 23
Splash, slide, and cool off with Lego friends and pirates at the Legoland Water Playground, featuring waterslides, a giant water dump bucket, and a build-your-own area to make Lego boats to float and race. READ MORE

The Pinkster Festival at Philipsburg Manor

Sleepy Hollow
Saturday, May 25
Storytelling, music, dance, drumming, crafts and food inspired by Black culture highlight “The Pinkster Festival: Remembering the Past, Reimagining the Future” at Philipsburg Manor. The festivities commemorate the region’s African American history and culture and look forward to a vibrant future with live performances, storytelling, and hands-on art activities. READ MORE

Westchester Beaches Open

Multiple Locations
Saturday, May 25
Westchester County beaches, including Glen Island Park in New Rochelle, Playland Park in Rye, and Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson, begin their pre-season schedule.  READ MORE

Uke Revue 2024 at the Ashokan Center

Olivebridge
Saturday, May 25
The Ashokan Center is proud to present this evening concert to showcase the exciting 2024 Uke Fest teaching staff: Lil’ Rev, Kelle Jolly, Victoria “Viggy” Kolasinski, Dani Joy, Perry Stauffer, and host Ben Hassenger. READ MORE

WWII Military Displays at FDR Library

Hyde Park – FREE
Saturday, May 25-Sunday, May 26
This Memorial Day tribute features a display of military artifacts from World War II taking over the lawn of the FDR Library. See period vehicles, costumed "soldiers," and D-Day-related exhibits which re-create a historic WWII encampment. READ MORE

Fairy House Hunt in the Garden at Locust Grove

Poughkeepsie
Saturday, May 25-Sunday, May 27
Don your best wings and search the nooks and crannies of the Locust Grove grounds to find 30 hidden fairy houses on an enchanted walk. Each fairy house celebrates a different heirloom flower or historic tree that grows on the gorgeous property. READ MORE

Woodstock-New Paltz Art & Crafts Fair at Ulster County Fairgrounds

New Paltz
Saturday, May 25-Monday, May 27
Held twice yearly—Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends—this fair showcases the work of more than 200 artists from across the United States at the Ulster County Fairgrounds. The children's tent features demonstrations and supervised arts and crafts projects. Live entertainment and activities are planned. READ MORE

Mayfest Farmers and Makers Market at Walkway over the Hudson

Poughkeepsie
Saturday, May 25-Monday, May 27
In addition to browsing food and crafts from more than 180 vendors, families can enjoy a full day of live music and specialty performances, art installations, and games and activities for kids at the Walkway over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie. READ MORE

Rye Playland Memorial Day Weekend Celebrations and Fireworks

Rye
Saturday, May 25-Monday, May 27
Rye Playland makes a splash into summer this Memorial Day Weekend with the opening of Playland Beach and Pool on Saturday, May 25, and a special ceremony on Monday, May 27, to honor military heroes. Monday evening ends with celebratory fireworks. READ MORE

Splashdown Beach Opening Weekend

Fishkill
Saturday, May 25-Monday, May 27
Get ready for wet and wild summer fun at America's biggest little water park. The park features water slides for all ages, a wave pool, lazy river, and toddler and baby water play areas. READ MORE

Memorial Day Sunset Changing of the Flag Ceremony at Walkway over the Hudson

Poughkeepsie – FREE
Sunday, May 26
The Memorial Day flag-changing ceremony is the most special of the year. The sunset ceremony also includes a four-gun salute, the playing of "Taps," local artist Mary Kay Messenger performing "God Bless America," and a carnation toss into the Hudson River. READ MORE

Bearsville Bluegrass Festival

Woodstock
Sunday, May 26
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with live bluegrass music, food, handcrafted drinks and cocktails, nature trails, and free kids' activities and entertainment. Lawn chairs and picnic blankets are welcome. READ MORE

St. Paul's Church Memorial Day Commemoration

Mt. Vernon – FREE
Monday, May 27
St. Paul's Church hosts this annual Memorial Day ceremony. The day starts with a ceremony in the church and a tour of the historic cemetery as guests learn about the veterans buried there. READ MORE

White Plains Memorial Day Parade

White Plains – FREE
Monday, May 27
Local community organizations are invited to be "Patriots for a Day" and march in White Plains Memorial Day parade. A commemorative ceremony takes place in the cemetery at the parade's end. READ MORE

Yorktown Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies

Yorktown Heights – FREE
Monday, May 27
Yorktown's Memorial Day celebrations include a service memorial located at the Town Hall followed by a parade, speeches, and ceremony at Jack DeVito Gazebo.  READ MORE

Bronxville Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

Bronxville – FREE
Monday, May 27
The annual Bronxville Village Memorial Day Parade rolls down Leonard Morange Square and leads to The Bronxville School, where ceremonial speeches and presentations are made.  READ MORE

South Salem Annual Memorial Day Races

South Salem – FREE
Monday, May 27
South Salem celebrates Memorial Day with an annual slate of races, including 5K and 10K distances for adults, plus a Mile Fun Run. READ MORE

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