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Dance your heart out at the Rock 'n Roll Playhouse Father's Day performance. Photo courtesy of the event
Dance your heart out at the Rock 'n Roll Playhouse Father's Day performance. Photo courtesy of the event
6/14/24 - By Katherine Dhurandhar

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

Families can treat dad to a day of live music and food trucks at the Hudson Valley Food Truck Festival at Barton Orchards or check out the big farm equipment at Big Equipment Day at Muscoot Farm.

Or, parents can watch their kids compete to reel in the biggest fish at the New Rochelle Children's Fishing Derby.

Also happening this weekend are celebrations of Juneteenth, including the kid-friendly Juneteenth Celebration in Haverstraw. 

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Juneteenth Celebration in Haverstraw

Haverstraw – FREE
Friday, June 14-Sunday, June 16
The Haverstraw African American Connection’s 2024 Juneteenth events will take place over four days. Activities include a live band, presentations, re-enactments, vendors, food, music, and KIDZone. READ MORE

Yonkers Ukrainian Heritage Festival

Yonkers – FREE
Friday, June 14-Sunday, June 16
Sponsored by the Ukrainian American Youth Association, this annual tradition brings Ukrainian food, culture, music, dancing, crafts, and traditions to Yonkers, along with carnival rides and games, plus assorted vendors.  READ MORE

Father's Day Concert in Turnure Park

White Plains – FREE
Saturday, June 15
Relax and enjoy a concert with dad in Turnure Park on Father's Day evening. Bring a picnic blanket/lawn chairs and enjoy the soulful sounds of Joe Boykin and Friends.   READ MORE

Big Truck Day at the FASNY Museum of Firefighting

Hudson – FREE
Saturday, June 15
Learn all about big trucks and even sit in the truck cabs! Fire trucks, a garbage truck, a street cleaner, a school bus, and many more vehicles will be visiting the museum for the day, so come check out all the big truck action. When you complete your BIG truck tour, try your hand at the prize punch game and meet Otto, the incredible, talking robot car who has a lot to say about safety! READ MORE

Rock N' Roll Playhouse Father's Day Celebration - Grateful Dead at Garcia's

Portchester
Saturday, June 15
Celebrate Father's Day with a Rock N' Roll Playhouse tribute to the Grateful Dead at Garcia's at the Capitol Theater. Kids enjoy games, movement, and stories while parents enjoy the music they love. READ MORE

Ball Park Bonanza at Lewisboro Town Park

South Salem – FREE
Saturday, June 15
Enjoy food, music, and games at the Lewisboro Town Park! The Ball Park Bonanza features a beer garden, rosé tasting, dunk tank, cornhole competition, wiffle ball tournament, home run derby, silent auction, food for purchase, and music. READ MORE

Shinefest Music Festival in Bullville Park

Middletown
Saturday, June 15
Families can enjoy live music from local artists all day at Shinefest in Middletown's Bullville Park. Shinefest also features local vendors and food trucks as well as children's activities including a bounce house, cornhole, and arts & crafts. READ MORE

Hudson Valley Food Truck Festival at Barton Orchards

Poughquag – FREE
Saturday, June 15
Sample a range of dishes from diverse food trucks and vendors with live music and a farm market at Barton Orchards in Poughquag. Activities for kids include a petting zoo, gem stone mining, a dog park, and wooden playground. The tap room and restaurant are also open.  READ MORE

New Rochelle Children's Fishing Derby

New Rochelle – FREE
Saturday, June 15
New Rochelle Parks and Recreation hosts its annual Children’s Fishing Derby event at The Twin Lakes of Huguenot Parks. Participants must bring their own fishing rod, reel, and hook. A limited supply of fishing bait will be available on-site, as well as refreshments. Prizes will be awarded for the biggest and smallest fish. READ MORE

Summer Sizzle Outdoor Concerts in New Rochelle

New Rochelle – FREE
Saturday, June 15
Enjoy free concerts in Ruby Dee Park every Saturday this summer, accompanied by food trucks on Lawton Street. A series of special signature events also offer afternoon festivities where attendees can enjoy local food trucks, craft tents, and engaging activities for the whole family.  READ MORE

Dad, Me, and the Family Day at Social Island Farm

Goshen
Saturday, June 15
Celebrate Father's Day at Social Island Farm in Goshen with farm activities, live music, and food & drinks all day. Kids' activities include jump houses, pedal karts, horseshoes, games for all ages, and tractor-pulled hay rides. READ MORE

Run Wild Family Forest Run and Obstacle Course

Greenburgh
Saturday, June 15-Sunday, June 16
Run Wild is a kids' forest run and obstacle course where kids can enjoy some friendly competition while getting active out in nature. From climbing walls and balance beams to rope challenges and belly crawls, get ready to unleash your inner wild side at the Greenburgh Nature Center! READ MORE

Annual CEO Horse Show at Endeavor Horsemanship

Bedford Hills – FREE
Saturday, June 15-Sunday, June 16
Spectators watch for free as competitors show off their horsemanship skills while vying for big prize money. Additional features include vendors, children's activities, and food. READ MORE

Village of Pelham Juneteenth Celebration

Pelham – FREE
Sunday, June 16
The Village of Pelham invites you to a day of inspiration, education, cultural connection, and entertainment as we honor and celebrate the Juneteenth Federal Holiday. Enjoy live entertainment, food, art, dancing, a DJ, and more! READ MORE

Pollinator Friends at Lasdon Park & Arboretum

Katonah
Sunday, June 16
Celebrate Pollinator’s Week on a walking tour that highlights the important flowering plants that support the pollinators at Lasdon Park. READ MORE

Father's Day Hike at Lasdon Park & Arboretum

Katonah
Sunday, June 16
Celebrate Dad with a morning hike on Lasdon Park & Arboretum's nature trail. The hike will be easy with gentle slopes about .5 to 1 mile long.  READ MORE

Children’s Day at New Windsor Cantonment

New Windsor – FREE
Sunday, June 16
Celebrate Father's Day at the New Windsor Cantonment with furry friends from the Two-by-Two Animal Sanctuary, magic shows, and a host of 18th-century games. READ MORE

Big Equipment Day at Muscoot Farm

Katonah – FREE
Sunday, June 16
Muscoot Farm invites visitors to get up close and learn about all the machines that run the farm, including tractors, mowers, and more.  READ MORE

Free Admission for Dads at Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum

Poughkeepsie – FREE
Sunday, June 16
In honor of Father's Day, dads get free admission to the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum all day.  READ MORE

Bikes and Breakfast - Motorcycle Show at the Cold Spring Depot

Cold Spring – FREE
Sunday, June 16
The Westchester Beemers Motorcycle Club hosts a show featuring vintage and classic motorcycles at the Cold Spring Depot. All motorcycles and spectators are welcome! READ MORE

Father's Day Antique Tractor Pull at the Orange County Farmers Museum

Montgomery – FREE
Sunday, June 16
Spend the day with dad at the Orange County Farmers Museum’s annual Father’s Day Antique Tractor Pull. Watch the pullers drag the weighted sled down the track in a friendly competition of who can go the farthest or make the 300-foot full pull. READ MORE

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