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What’s Open Now in Westchester For Kids

Submitted by Susan Miele on Fri, 02/12/2021 - 5:36pm

The Greenburgh Nature Center offers a variety of fun and engaging family programs. Photo courtesy of the Center

After a year of cancelations, it's time to focus on what we can do. We’ve compiled a list of family-friendly destinations open now in Westchester. These spots include cultural sites, sports venues, indoor play spaces, and open spaces for outdoor adventures. Despite the pandemic, there's actually a lot for local families to do.

Be sure to bookmark this resource for all your upcoming adventures; we'll update it as the situation warrants. As always, there are many more ideas for keeping busy on our Event Calendar.

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Where to Get Spectacular Christmas Desserts in Westchester

Submitted by Susan Miele on Wed, 12/16/2020 - 9:30am

Pick up a batch of festive holiday cupcakes from Riviera Bakehouse.

Keep the holiday spirits high this season by knocking your kids' socks off with a showstopping Christmas dessert. To top off your at-home Christmas dinner, we’ve combed through Westchester bakeries in search of the most festive, mouth-watering holiday sweets to end your holiday on a high note.

Whether you crave cake or cookies, are traditional or experimental, we've got Christmas dessert options galore. What's more, these special holiday offerings even include hot cocoa bombs, the trendy new treat for sipping in holiday flavors and styles.

Read on for the skinny on Christmas desserts, plus be sure to check out our ideas for new holiday traditions you can start with your family this year.

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Holiday Light Shows: Drive-Thru and Drive-by Christmas Displays Near Westchester for 2020

Submitted by Susan Miele on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 12:25pm

Bethel Woods' Peace, Love, and Lights is a completely drive-thru display in 2020. Photo courtesy of Bethel Woods

The holiday season is a time for lifting spirits, and boy could we use some of that in 2020. With the urgent need for safety and the desperate craving for fun, numerous area venues are creating stunning drive through Christmas light displays sure to put a twinkle in children’s eyes. Below, we’ve rounded up five Christmas light spectacles—including one cool community celebration that's totally FREE—in Westchester and Hudson Valley. If you want to see more stunning lights, look no further than these over-the-top displays put on by local homeowners.

For more seasonal holiday fun, make sure you check out our list of must-do holiday experiences. If you’re looking for extravaganzas without the in-person factor, catch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and other national celebrations virtually to kick off the holiday season from the comfort of home.

Stay on top of our Event Calendar for many more options both in-person and virtual, and bookmark our Holiday Fun Guide for Westchester Families.

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Westchester's Winter Wonderland Returns as Drive-Thru for 2020 Holiday Season

Submitted by Susan Miele on Wed, 10/21/2020 - 12:00pm

The Westchester Parks Foundation again presents the popular Winter Wonderland at Kenisco Dam Plaza.

Westchester’s Winter Wonderland returns for a 2020 run, reimagined as a drive-thru holiday attraction to comply with COVID-19 safety guidelines. The festive, glittering seasonal display runs for five weeks and features dazzling visuals, character appearances, and the promise of a socially distant encounter with Santa.

Read on to learn more about what to expect when Kensico Dam Plaza is transformed into Westchester's Winter Wonderland Drive-Thru, plus how to reserve your tickets.

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Best Things To Do in Westchester in October With Kids: Halloween, Farm Fests, and More

Submitted by Susan Miele on Wed, 09/30/2020 - 7:19pm

The Great Jack-o-Lantern Blaze is a bucket list item for area families. Photo courtesy of Historic Hudson Valley

October is upon us, bringing with it the excitement of Halloween. Fall fun is typically in strong supply, and despite the pandemic, and all its precautions, there's still plenty of excitement on tap. Afterall, The Great Jack-O'-Lantern Blaze is already lighting the night sky.

For those who want to keep the fun close to home, consider planning a Halloween celebration with these fun at-home party games. If you're itching to get out, the majority of autumn's traditions are held outdoors. October is the peak season for apple picking, navigating corn mazes, and sourcing the perfect pumpkin. Several fall festivals are returning, and nature centers are busy planning programming along their trails. Pop-up drive-ins are going strong, and scenic fall-foliage drives are a short jaunt away.

Read on for our roundup of all the best things to do with kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this October. If you're looking for more action, turn to our Fall Fun and Halloween Guides, and bookmark our Event Calendar for both in-person and virtual family offerings!

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Best Things To Do in Westchester in September With Kids: Hot Air Balloons, and More

Submitted by Susan Miele on Wed, 09/09/2020 - 2:47pm

The 29th Annual Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival is going to be hosted drive-in style at Tymor Park in Union Vale, New York. Photo courtesy of the festival

Live, in-person things to do with kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley continue to roll out. We're here to ease the stress of the impending return to school with plenty of socially distanced events to enjoy long after you've savored your Labor Day barbecue. We've even got a Back-to-School Fair planned to help you round out your child's extracurricular activity schedule, whether you're looking for in-person or virtual class offerings.

We've welcomed the news that several sizable annual traditions have been reimagined for a safe return in 2020, like the spectacular Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival. Halloween season is kicking off this month, too, with the return of the Great Jack-o'-Lantern Blaze and Home of "the Legend." While the weather remains warm, September is full of outdoor entertainment—from drive-in movies to live performances. 

Read on for our September event picks, as well as venues that are now open to visitors. Be sure to keep tabs on our daily Event Calendar to stay in the know! If you're looking for more things to do, we're continuing to maintain our list of virtual event picks plus activities to enjoy nearby—like hikes in our state parks, visits to swimming lakes, and more socially distant activities.

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The Best Local Ice Cream Shops in Westchester

Submitted by Susan Miele on Fri, 08/28/2020 - 12:15pm

King Kone is a sight to behold and offers a welcome, tasty, roadside diversion.

One of the sweetest parts of summer is an outing to a local ice cream shop. Whether you're cooling down with a shake or lounging on a bench and licking a cone, these frozen treats hard to pass up.

Westchester has its fair share of independent ice cream parlors. We've rounded up 18 of our favorites below so that families can get in their "last licks" of the summer. Whether you prefer to keep things simple with traditional treats or get excited about inventive confections like donut ice-cream sandwiches, we've got the goods.

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Private Family Experiences, Tours, and Charters for Socially Distant Fun Near NYC

Submitted by Susan Miele on Tue, 08/18/2020 - 4:00pm

The VW Picture Bus delivers drive-in movie nights to your backyard or another locale. Photo courtesy of the company

Five months into the coronavirus shutdown, area families are getting antsy and in need of entertainment. Though New York's numbers are looking good, the need for social distancing remains. Luckily, we're surrounded by creative operators offering private family experiences and tours that make social distancing while enjoying an out of this world excursion possible. Best of all, some of these splurge-worthy private family experiences even come to you.

Once you've had your fair share of fun at our beautiful area swimming lakes, taken a day trip or two, or even booked one of these local family-friendly camping sites, consider spicing up these last weeks of summer with a pick from our list of private family experiences.

Whether you're action-oriented and want to ride in a helicopter or are happy to have a family rendezvous with ponies, we've rounded up a variety of options. What's more, this destination-worthy list includes providers based in New York City, Long Island, Westchester County, and the Hudson Valley. Read on for a dozen options and get ready to book an unforgettable experience for your nearest and dearest.

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