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

Thanksgiving is upon us, kicking off the holiday season in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. We're anticipating several holiday events that launch this weekend, including the Holiday Bricktacular at Legoland New York. You can also enjoy small-town holiday spirit at events across the region, like Rye's Mistletoe Magic.

Looking for more holiday options? Browse our Westchester Kids Guide to Christmas and the Holidays, which is full of our top picks for holiday events.

Tchaikovsky’s timeless Nutcracker ballet is a beloved family holiday tradition, and multiple Westchester and Hudson Valley venues present stunning performances of this classic.

Performances of The Nutcracker this year range from a special show by the New York Theatre Ballet to others performed entirely by dancers from Westchester and the Hudson Valley, with some venues even offering a shortened version for young children. Other classic holiday shows on our list include a musical version of Dickens' A Christmas Carol and a dramatic, interactive screening of the children's favorite holiday movie Elf. 

We have so many ways to lift your family's spirits as the year draws to a close: From must-do holiday attractions to craft fairs and more, our Holiday Fun Guide includes festive destinations and at-home activities.

This year's must-do Christmas events and holiday activities in Westchester and the Hudson Valley include a wintry mix of spectacles, tree lighting ceremonies, Santa sightings, and other fun. We’ve got the lowdown on top holiday attractions to keep your family’s spirits high.

Whether you’re looking for a drive-thru holiday lights display or a Christmas event outside in frosty air, we’re highlighting more than two dozen can't-miss holiday activities in Westchester and the Hudson Valley below. 

Round out your holiday calendar by shopping at a local holiday craft fair, and find even more ways to celebrate the season in our curated Christmas and Holiday Guide for Westchester Families. We're busy populating our Family Activity Calendar with loads of fun throughout the holidays, so keep close tabs to stay informed.

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

Families can get a head start on the holiday festivities this Veterans Day at the opening weekend of Legoland New York's Holiday Bricktacular and also at American Christmas's Holiday Lane. Veterans Day 2023 also means the return of many tributes in local towns, including Veterans Day parades in Somers and Yorktown. Other fun family events this weekend include pumpkin smashing and a skating party with the Snow Sisters.   

Don't miss our review of the best museums for kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley, which are also great options for weekend fun. Get a jump-start on the holidays by shopping at these local holiday fairs and craft markets or booking a Polar Express train ride. If that's not enough, bookmark our list of the best things to do this November and our Family Activity Calendar, which is constantly updated with new things to do as we find them.

Holiday craft fairs and Christmas markets in Westchester and the Hudson Valley are a fun way to shop for seasonal gifts, offering handmade and one-of-a-kind items not found in most stores. Booths are often staffed by the maker, allowing insight into the creative process, and many benefit a charitable cause.

We've rounded up some of the wonderful holiday fairs in the region that are well worth visiting this November and December. Just be sure to include a purchase for yourself in the budget!

Looking for more ways to enjoy the holiday season? You can find plenty more holiday happenings in our Holiday Guide and constantly updated activities calendar.