Hello Friends! Summer is officially here and there are so many fun things to do around Westchester! Below are some events that are occurring during the month of July that you might want to check out.
Kids Workshop Home Depot
Various locations- Check the Home Depot website* for locations
Saturdays in July 2019
Is your child interested in building? Bring them in to Home Depot so that they can work on a building project that they can take home! See website* for times, locations and projects.
*website link provided is for the New Rochelle Location; different locations within the county may have different projects and times according to scheduling.
Westchester County Pools
Various locations throughout Westchester County.
*County Park Pass or Proof of County Residency is required for admission to all pools (except Playland) and Glen Island Beach.*
All of the Westchester County pools are open for your summer shenanigans! Please see the county website for pool locations, hours and pricing.
Playland Town Days
New in 2019, Playland is focusing on building community and celebrating the towns, cities and villages of Westchester County. On each designated town day, with proof of address, each resident of that town/city/village will receive discounted coupons. Check out the website for additional details around the days, prices, etc.
Movie Mondays at Ridge Hill
Ridge Hill, One Ridge Hill Boulevard, Yonkers
Monday Nights in July (July 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5); 7:00 p.m.
Grab your friends and family, blankets and snacks and come to watch movies on Ridge Hill’s South Lawn. See the website for details.
Fourth of July Events
Fireworks Spectacular
Scarsdale Pool Complex, 311 Mamaroneck Road, Scarsdale
July 2; 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Admission is $5 for non-pool members entering between 5:00 p.m. and 7:59 p.m. All individuals who enter at 8:00 p.m. and later are subject to the $5 fee regardless if they are pool members or not. The annual firework display will feature a live performance from a local band, which will start at 7:30 p.m. See the website for more details.
Independence Day Celebration
White Plains High School, 550 North Street, White Plains
July 2; 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m
Come out with the family to enjoy a fun-filled event, which includes rides, food and finishes off with fireworks! See the website for additional information.
SummerFest Fireworks and Concert
Cross County Shopping Center, 8000 Mall Walk, Yonkers
July 3; 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Come out on The Green Lawn in the center of the mall to listen to the live band – NYC Party Band. Fireworks will be displayed in the north parking lot and will start at approximately 9:30 p.m. See website for more details.
Kensico Dam Music Fest and Fireworks
Kensico Dam Plaza, 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla
July 3; 6:00 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.
Bring your food and the family to the Independence Day celebration at the Kensico Dam! See the website for additional information.
Independence Day Concert and Fireworks
Louis Engel Waterfront Park, 1 Westerly Road, Ossining
July 3; 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Come out and celebrate Independence Day at the Waterfront! Concert will start at 7:00 p.m., and the fireworks will start at approximately at 9:00 p.m. See the website for additional details.
4th of July Celebration and Fireworks
Pierson Park, 238 West Main Street, Tarrytown
July 4; 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Celebrate Independence Day with your neighbors and friends! Festivities start off at 7:00 p.m. with music by Kick Start Charlie. Fireworks begin at dusk. See the website for more details.
Fireworks at Playland
Playland Park, 1 Playland Parkway, Rye
July 4; 9:30 .p.m – 10:00 p.m.
Admission is $30. Watch the spectacular and dazzling bright colors light up the sky to celebrate Independence Day. See the website for details.
“Spark the Sound” Independence Day Extravaganza
Viewing locations-
Hudson Park, 1 Hudson Park Road, New Rochelle
Five Islands Park, 99 Le Fevres Lane, New Rochelle
July 4; 9:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
View the grand fireworks display! See the website for details.
Fireworks Spectacular
Harbor Island Park, 123 Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck
July 4; 9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Come and sit on the grand field of Harbor Island Park to enjoy the firework display from the Village of Mamaroneck. See website for details.
4th of July Fireworks Display in Downtown Yonkers
15 Main Street, Yonkers
July 4; 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Come and enjoy the fireworks display over the Hudson River in Downtown Yonkers! DJ will play from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with the fireworks display to start at approximately 9:15 p.m. See the website for more details.
Annual Village of Mamaroneck Fireman’s Carnival and Parade
Harbor Island Park, 123 Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck
Through July 6; 6:45 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Come and have fun at the annual Fireman’s Carnival and Parade. Fireman’s Parade will be held July 2 at 7:00 p.m. See website for more details.
Museum Minis
Westchester Children’s Museum, 100 Playland Parkway, Rye
July 4; 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Toddlers and caregivers come together at Toddler Beach for story time, songs and more. See the website for details.
WCMB Park Hop Play Date at Jack’s Friendship Garden
Jack’s Friendship Garden, New Rochelle
July 5; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Moms, dads, and kids of all ages are welcome to enjoy a summer morning at one of Westchester’s beautiful parks. Meet some other families and let the kids burn off some steam. We’ll have snacks and lots of outdoor toys to play with. Be sure to RSVP here.
Pepsico Sculpture Gardens
Pepsico, 700 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase
Weekends starting July 6; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
View the beautiful sculptures at Pepsico! See website for details and hours.
Lego City: Report for Duty
Legoland Discovery Center Westchester, 39 Fitzgerald Street, Yonkers
July 6; 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Come and build your police badge, a super rescue helicopter and more! See the website for details and pricing.
Live Butterfly Exhibit
Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale
July 6; 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Visit the live butterfly exhibit and learn about the importance of the butterfly in nature! See the website for details on pricing.
Rye Town Park – Twilight Concert Series
Rye Town Park, 95 Dearborn Avenue, Rye
July 9; 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Urban Coyotes will be playing at the beach pavilion. Come and bring your towels, chairs and get ready to dance! See the website for more details.
Summer Saturday Adventure Series: Dragonfly
Teatown Lake Reservation, 1600 Spring Valley Road, Ossining
July 13; 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Visit Teatown Lake to see dragonflies and learn all about what these insects contribute to our environment. See website for details.
The 15th Annual Pleasantville Music Festival
Parkway Field, 48 Marble Avenue, Pleasantville
July 13; 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Bring your chairs, blankets and tents and come experience Westchester County’s music festival! This family-friendly event is all happening in the Center of Westchester County. See the website for more details on headliners, pricing, parking, etc.
Heritage Celebrations at Kensico Dam Plaza
Kensico Dam Plaza, 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla
July 14; 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Hispanic
July 21; 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Italian
Come and celebrate various cultures through food, music and more! See the website for additional details.
WCMB Park Hop Play Date at Turtle Park
Turtle Park, Larchmont
July 16; 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Moms, dads, and kids of all ages are welcome to enjoy a summer morning at one of Westchester’s beautiful parks. Meet some other families and let the kids burn off some steam. We’ll have snacks and lots of outdoor toys to play with. Be sure to RSVP here.
Heritage Celebrations at Ridge Road Park
Ridge Road Park, 287 Ridge Road, Hartsdale
July 21; 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. – Arab-American
July 28; 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. – Irish American
Come and celebrate various cultures through food, music and more! See the website for additional details.
Valley Con
Jefferson Valley Mall, 650 Lee Blvd., Yorktown Heights
July 20; 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July 21; 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Come and experience everything gaming, comics and cosplay. There will be video game tournaments, movie screenings and more! See the website for additional details.
Humane Society of Westchester’s 19th Annual Dog Wash
Humane Society of Westchester, 70 Portman Road, New Rochelle
July 21; 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Humane Society of Westchester is holding its annual Dog Wash. Come and help pamper the pooches, and partake in good food, raffles, and vendors will also be in attendance. See the website for additional details.
Mamaroneck Art Stroll 2019
Mamaroneck
July 27; 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Take a stroll in Mamaroneck to visit all of the local business and organizations, which will exhibit art, family-friendly activities, food and more! See the website to see all of the local business/organizations which will participate in the Art Stroll.
