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The Kingston Snowflake Festival brings the heat this weekend. Photo courtesy of the event
The Kingston Snowflake Festival brings the heat this weekend. Photo courtesy of the event
12/5/25 - By Katherine Dhurandhar

Looking for the best things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here are our editors' picks for the best family-friendly events and activities!

Kick off the weekend with Friday evening holiday festivities, including the Yonkers Downtown Getty Square Tree Lighting Ceremony and the Kingston Snowflake Festival, which features horse-drawn carriage rides, flame throwers, an aerialist, ice sculpture carvings, and more.

Other awesome holiday celebrations this weekend include the festive arrival of Santa at the Peppermint Parade in downtown Katonah and a special celebration of Grinch Day at Nanuet Town Centre.

Want even more fun things to do this weekend? Our Westchester and Hudson Valley Events Calendar is packed with great family activities for every day of the week—and you can filter by age, location, or even free events!

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Yonkers Downtown Getty Square Tree Lighting Ceremony

Yonkers – FREE
Friday, December 5
Experience the magic of the holidays in downtown Yonkers as Getty Square comes alive with festive lights, holiday music, and community cheer. Enjoy hot chocolate, candy canes, and plenty of photo ops while the city’s tree sparkles to life.  READ MORE

Rye Brook Winterfest

Rye Brook – FREE
Friday, December 5
Celebrate winter in Pine Ridge Park with a tree lighting ceremony, train rides, ice sculptures, a visit from Santa, and more. READ MORE

Kingston Snowflake Festival

Kingston – FREE
Friday, December 5
Enjoy carolers, s'mores, horse-drawn carriage rides, flame throwers, an aerialist, ice sculpture carvings, and more at Kingston's Snowflake Festival. Don't miss the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus on an antique fire truck to light the holiday tree. Open stores offer treats and hot beverages.  READ MORE

Shake it Off's Snowflake Ball

Scarsdale
Friday, December 5
Come and join Shake it Off's Annual Snowflake Ball. This winter event is sure to be a fantastic experience, complete with dancing, crafting, and delicious pizza. Don't miss out on the fun!  READ MORE

Holiday Lights at Muscoot Farm

Katonah
Opens Friday, December 5
Get into the holiday spirit and see the farm in a new light. Visit the animals inside the decorated barns, participate in holiday-themed activities, listen to music, enjoy delicious food from participating food trucks, and more. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa - Dave & Buster's Pelham

Pelham
Saturday, December 6
Kick off the season with sparkle and cheer at the Dave & Buster's exclusive Breakfast with Santa event! Before doors open to the public, your family gets VIP early access to a wonderland of holiday fun, including a breakfast banquet, arcade games, photos with Santa, and holiday crafts. READ MORE

Katonah Peppermint Parade

Katonah – FREE
Saturday, December 6
See the arrival of Santa in the Peppermint Parade through downtown Katonah. Enjoy live holiday music in the gazebo.  READ MORE

Arlington Holiday Festival

Poughkeepsie – FREE
Saturday, December 6
Arlington piles on the festivities for this daytime holiday kickoff. A shopping village takes place from noon to 4pm, where attractions include an egg nog crawl, vendors, Santa Claus, and more! READ MORE

Winter Wonderland at Pegasus Farm

Brewster
Saturday, December 6
Kick off the holiday season at Pegasus Farm's Winter Wonderland. Come see the horses, enjoy a hayride, meet Santa, enjoy delicious food for purchase, and more! READ MORE

Grinch Day - Nanuet Town Centre

Nanuet – FREE
Saturday, December 6
Meet the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who at Nanuet Town Centre, enjoy a story time, and snap photos in the Whoville-themed decor area. The fun continues with a Rudolph Dog Contest at 4pm, music and games hosted by a lively DJ, a Grinch ornament craft station, and a Grinch Hair Station for kids.  READ MORE

Light Up Larchmont

Larchmont – FREE
Saturday, December 6
Join the annual Light Up Larchmont holiday celebration held at multiple venues in downtown Larchmont. Enjoy pictures with Santa inside the firehouse along with plenty of other activities and entertainment, including music throughout the night provided by Noo Moves Entertainment and of course the annual tree lighting. READ MORE

Tuckahoe's Winterfest

Tuckahoe – FREE
Saturday, December 6
Tuckahoe's Winterfest returns with a day-long lineup of seasonal fun. Enjoy Santa encounters, a live DJ, train rides, face painting, food vendors, caroling, and other holiday entertainment.  READ MORE

Skate with Santa at Hommocks Park Ice Rink

Larchmont – FREE
Saturday, December 6
Heighten the Christmas spirit by enjoying an afternoon skating with Santa Claus at the Hommocks Park Ice Rink.  READ MORE

The Laurie Berkner Band Holiday Celebration at the Tarrytown Music Hall

Tarrytown
Sunday, December 7
Enjoy both original and classic holiday songs as performed by beloved children's artist Laurie Berkner and friends.  READ MORE

The Nutcracker at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center

Chappaqua
Sunday, December 7
Enjoy a performance of the holiday favorite ballet The Nutcracker at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center. The performance is presented by Stars in Motion.   READ MORE
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Katherine Dhurandhar
Katherine Dhurandhar is a Community Publisher for Mommy Poppins, representing the Westchester and Hudson Valley region of New York, and a freelance copyeditor for Westchester Publishing Company. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, camping, and traveling with her husband and son.
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