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Everything is awesome in Goshen, where Legoland New York is set to reopen for the season the first weekend in April. Photo by Jody Mercier
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3/26/23 - By Katherine Dhurandhar

Spring into April with a jam-packed schedule of things to do, including festivals, shows, and outdoor fun. Easter, Passover, and Earth Day mean there's lots of fun for kids in Westchester and the Hudson Valley this April!

Spring has sprung, bringing with it many fun indoor and outdoor events in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. Our top picks for the month include an outdoor celebration of literacy at the Westchester Children's Book Festival, the thrilling season-opening week at Legoland in Goshen, and numerous Earth Day celebrations and spring festivals in the area.  

Find more top April fun in our Spring Activity Guide for Families, which includes spring festivals and fairs, spectacular spring day trips, and ideas for budget-friendly spring break escapes.

We’re adding more events to our Family Activity Calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.

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Little book worms can find some new reads and plenty of entertainment at the Westchester Children's Book Festival. Photo courtesy of the fest
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Best Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley in April

Legoland New York Opening Week

Goshen
Friday, March 31-Sunday, April 9, 2023
Get ready to ride, climb, splash, and build your way through seven themed lands, including Brick Street, Bricktopia, Lego City, Lego Castle, and more. READ MORE

Twin Star Orchards Pig Roast

New Paltz–FREE
Saturday, April 1, 2023
Celebrate the dawning of a new season with a pig roast featuring live music and FREE hard cider tastings for adults. Food options include a sandwich or platter of roast pork, coleslaw, and Hawaiian sweet buns, along with wood-fired pizzas and burgers. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Train

Kingston
Saturday, April 1-Sunday, April 2. Also on Saturday, April 8, 2023
Hop aboard the Catskill Mountain Railroad's Easter Bunny Express. The Easter Bunny greets passengers who enjoy an Easter egg hunt after the ride.  READ MORE

Easter Bonnet Parade with the Alpacas–SOLD OUT

Pleasant Valley
Saturday, April 1-Sunday, April 9, 2023
The animals are getting their Easter bonnets on, so get yours on too! Join the animals in a parade with photo opportunities and meet-and-greet with the animals.  READ MORE

Bubblemania!

Nyack
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Come see this amazing performance with thousands of bubbles, including fog-filled bubble art and trapping people inside bubbles. READ MORE

Pinch Pot Workshop

Verplanck–FREE
Every Sunday in April, except April 9, 2023
Participants are invited to spend time in our classroom making imaginative pots, cups, and bowls inspired by the ceramic sculptures currently on display in our galleries. All materials provided. Kids and families of all abilities are welcome.  READ MORE

Easter Egg Hunt at the Zoo

Catskill
Friday, April 7, 2023
Join the animals at the Bailiwick Zoo for the first annual Easter egg hunt at the zoo. Admission includes an egg hunt, pony ride, and zoo admission for one child and one adult. The zoo features petting & feeding areas throughout, a playground, picnic area, and gift shop. READ MORE

Early Spring Scavenger Hunt

Rye–FREE
Saturday, April 8, 2023
Come search for the early signs of spring at the Edith Read Sanctuary, and join the scavenger hunt. Children look for natural signs and items that have been placed in “treasure boxes.” Various prizes will be given. READ MORE

Friends with Frogs and Toads

Pound Ridge–FREE
Saturday, April 8, 2023
Ward Pound Reservation's Trailside Nature Center invites children to learn about the lifecycle of frogs and their unique body features. Activities are geared toward preschool and kindergarten-aged children. READ MORE

Easter Bunny Bash

Yorktown Heights
Saturday, April 8, 2023
Drop the kids off for this special Easter Bunny Bash with the PizZaZzles Party Squad and rock out with the coolest Easter Bunny. Dance in bubbles, pick a basket, search for golden eggs, nibble on pizza, get a pic with the bunny, jump in the bounce house, join the egg hunt, make a craft, and much more. READ MORE

Holi Festival of Colors

Hawthorne
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Celebrate India's most colorful festival with live dance performances, music, and food and drinks available for purchase. READ MORE

SpringFest Street Fair

Nyack–FREE
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Held in picturesque downtown Nyack, activities include rides, games, arts and crafts, entertainment, food, outdoor dining, and 200+ vendors. READ MORE

Smokey Bear & His Wildlife Friends

Hudson–FREE
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Children will first meet live birds of prey and learn how we can all protect these regal birds by being fire-safe. Then the big man himself, Smokey Bear, will visit the museum and pose for pictures with attendees. Kids will also meet a DEC Forest Ranger and learn about their job and their equipment, and finally complete a Smokey Bear craft project. READ MORE

The Pout-Pout Fish - SOLD OUT

Mamaroneck
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Turn the poutiest of frowns upside down with this new musical featuring whimsical puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic adventure. When Mr. Fish sets out on a quest to find Miss Clam’s missing pearl, he discovers there is more to him than his permanently plastered pout. READ MORE

Dandelion Festival

Somers
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Join Vet2Vet of Family Services of Westchester and Blue Star Families of the New York Tri-State Area for a fun-filled day of celebrating military kids, both past and present. This event features exhibitors, games, giveaways, farm animals, food, and more. All are welcome! READ MORE

Greater Ossining Earth Day Festival

Ossining–FREE
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Celebrate Earth Day along the Hudson River and learn how to reduce your impact on the environment. Enjoy live music, food and drinks, eco-demonstrations, a kids' activity zone, and much more.  READ MORE

WCM Earthlings

Rye–FREE
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Celebrate Earth Day at the museum by exploring nature's elements with crafts and activities inspired by earth, air, wind, and fire (the sun).  READ MORE

The Music of Bob Marley for Kids

Port Chester
Saturday, April 22, 2023
The Rock and Roll Playhouse and Garcia's at The Capitol Theatre invite kids to rock out while learning about classic styles of popular music through games, movement, and stories. The music of Bob Marley is featured. READ MORE

Earth Day Family Playdate

Olivebridge–FREE
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Celebrate Earth Day at the Ashokan Center with hikes, live music, and fun activities throughout the day (10am-2pm). READ MORE

Westchester Children's Book Festival

White Plains
Saturday, April 29, 2023
The Westchester Children's Book Festival is an event for families with children ages 2-8. During the event, there will be books for sale, author book signings and readings, food trucks, inflatables, and more family activities. READ MORE

Eco-Avengers! Live Animal Program

Rye–FREE
Saturday, April 29, 2023
This program explores ideas for saving the planet that kids can practice themselves. Kids will meet live animals and learn how to help them in their natural habitats. READ MORE

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