--- title: "Weekends in Westchester County: Fun Things to Do" description: Looking for some fun in Westchester County? You’ve come to the right place. Here are 25 of the top weekend activities you won’t want to miss image: https://blog.feedingwestchester.org/hubfs/blog-31-weekends-in-westchester.jpg --- - [Volunteer Login](https://www.cervistech.com/acts/console.php?console_id=0169&console_type=event&ht=1#) - [Agency Resources](https://feedingwestchester.org/agency-resources/) [![Feeding Westchester Logo](https://blog.feedingwestchester.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Feeding%20Westchester%20Color%20Logo.png?width=526&height=130&name=Feeding%20Westchester%20Color%20Logo.png "Feeding Westchester Logo")](https://feedingwestchester.org) - [Find Help](https://feedingwestchester.org/find-help/) - [Why Donate](https://feedingwestchester.org/find-help/) - [Get Involved](https://feedingwestchester.org/get-involved/) - [Advocacy](https://feedingwestchester.org/get-involved/advocacy/) - [Other Ways to Help](https://feedingwestchester.org/get-involved/other-ways-to-help/) - [Volunteer](https://feedingwestchester.org/get-involved/volunteer-opportunities/) - [Our Work](https://feedingwestchester.org/our-work/) - [About Us](https://feedingwestchester.org/about-us/) - [Blog](https://feedingwestchester.org/blog/) - [Financials & Reports](https://feedingwestchester.org/about-us/financials-and-reports/) [![Donate](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5951788/2c14e5eb-ed91-4a8b-9f3d-d393e0a7fdcc.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5951788/2c14e5eb-ed91-4a8b-9f3d-d393e0a7fdcc) [Back to Blog](https://blog.feedingwestchester.org/blog) # Weekends in Westchester County: Fun Things to Do [![Share on Facebook](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/facebook-24x24.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.feedingwestchester.org%2Fblog%2Fweekends-in-westchester-county-fun-things-to-do%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on LinkedIn](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/linkedin-24x24.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.feedingwestchester.org%2Fblog%2Fweekends-in-westchester-county-fun-things-to-do%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dlinkedin) [![Share on Twitter](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/twitter-24x24.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.feedingwestchester.org%2Fblog%2Fweekends-in-westchester-county-fun-things-to-do%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.feedingwestchester.org%2Fblog%2Fweekends-in-westchester-county-fun-things-to-do%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&source=tweetbutton&text=Weekends%20in%20Westchester%20County%3A%20Fun%20Things%20to%20Do) [![Share on Pinterest](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/pinterest-24x24.png)](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.feedingwestchester.org%2Fblog%2Fweekends-in-westchester-county-fun-things-to-do%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dpinterest&media=) [![Share on Email](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/email-24x24.png)](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fblog.feedingwestchester.org%2Fblog%2Fweekends-in-westchester-county-fun-things-to-do%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail%20&body=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fblog.feedingwestchester.org%2Fblog%2Fweekends-in-westchester-county-fun-things-to-do%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail) March 18, 2020 | By [Feeding Westchester](https://blog.feedingwestchester.org/blog/author/feeding-westchester) | [Insider](https://blog.feedingwestchester.org/blog/topic/insider) ![blog-31-weekends-in-westchester](https://blog.feedingwestchester.org/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-31-weekends-in-westchester.jpg?width=1000&name=blog-31-weekends-in-westchester.jpg) Westchester County is a 450-square-mile area with a population of nearly 1 million people, located just outside of New York City. The county enjoys the Long Island Sound to the southeast and the Hudson River to the west. Westchester County was [founded in 1683](https://www.ny.gov/counties/westchester) and became the first suburban area of its scale in the world to develop. What makes the area unique is its marriage of rural features — including its 20,000 acres of parkland — with more urban characteristics due to its close proximity to the Big Apple.  Westchester County offers plenty to do, from tours of historic castles and concerts at local music halls, to outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking and golfing.  Are you looking for ideas for how to spend weekends in Westchester County? We’ve got you covered with our guide to activities around the county.   ## 25 Fun Things to Do in Westchester ### In the town of Sleepy Hollow ...   Best known as the setting of Washington Irving’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” [Sleepy Hollow](http://visitsleepyhollow.com/things-to-do/) is a village in the Westchester County town of Mount Pleasant. Popular activities in this area of Westchester County include:  #### 1. A Visit to Kykuit [Kykuit](https://hudsonvalley.org/historic-sites/kykuit-the-rockefeller-estate/) was home to four generations of the Rockefeller family, including Standard Oil founder John D. Rockefeller. The hilltop estate is a historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and can be experienced by taking one of its tours.  Because a visit to Sleepy Hollow wouldn’t be complete without doing something spooky ...   #### 2. See the Sleepy Hollow Cemetery  Take a [walking tour](http://visitsleepyhollow.com/sleepy-hollow-cemetery-tours-2/) to learn more about the history of the 170-year-old cemetery and Mr. Irving’s legendary tale.  #### 3. Get in the Halloween Spirit at the Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze In autumn, check out the [Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze](http://visitsleepyhollow.com/things-to-do/great-jack-olantern-blaze/) — which features more than 7,000 handcarved, illuminated pumpkins.  ### In Tarrytown …   Another village in Westchester is [Tarrytown](https://www.hudsonriver.com/river-towns/westchester-county/tarrytown-ny), which is located in the town of Greenburgh. Some ideas for things to do in Tarrytown include: #### 4. Catch a Live Music Show at the Historic Tarrytown Music Hall  The 843-seat [music hall](https://tarrytownmusichall.org/) was built in 1885 and is the oldest theater in Westchester.  #### 5. Visit the Lyndhurst Mansion  Experience this [Gothic Revival mansion](http://lyndhurst.org/) by taking a tour, exploring its 67 acres of grounds, or seeing a limited-run play.  #### 6. See the Tarrytown Lighthouse  The lighthouse, also known as Sleepy Hollow Lighthouse or Kingsland Point Lighthouse, has stood watch over the Hudson River for [116 years](https://westchestermagazine.com/publications/heres-where-to-get-the-best-view-of-the-tarrytown-lighthouse/). Take a tour or admire it from one of its best-known viewpoints, in Kingsland Point Park.  #### 7. Go for a Stroll in Pierson Park  Get your steps in by walking this waterfront footpath, which offers expansive views of the Big Apple, the Tappan Zee Bridge and the Tarrytown Lighthouse — not to mention its pretty sunset views.  #### 8. Spend a Day at a Local Farm  Focused on ecological farming, [Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture](https://www.stonebarnscenter.org/the-farm/visit/) is open for visitors to take a tour, stroll through its greenhouse, get to know its livestock and attend an annual festival, such as its Sheep Shearing Fest in April.  [![Join us in the fight against hunger and share your time and talent to help those in need. Learn more about volunteer opportunities →](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5951788/04d5999c-907b-4303-adcc-93030c361c11.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5951788/04d5999c-907b-4303-adcc-93030c361c11) ### Throughout the Rest of the County ...   #### 9. Explore Untermyer Gardens  This Yonkers-based conservancy offers 43 acres of public gardens, tours from April through October and garden-focused classes and lectures.  #### 10. Admire the New Croton Dam  Venture over to Cortlandt’s [Croton Gorge Park](https://parks.westchestergov.com/croton-gorge-park) to get some fresh air and hike around the New Croton Dam, which was completed in 1907. The Croton Reservoir has a capacity of about 34 billion gallons of water.  #### 11. Go Shopping It’s easy to spend an entire day walking around the Westchester Mall, which is home to more than 150 stores and eateries.   #### 12. Go Golfing  Westchester offers an array of both [private and public golf courses](https://westchestermagazine.com/life-style/27-beautiful-westchester-golf-courses/) to choose from. Plus, golf fans can watch the [U.S. Open](https://www.usopen.com/) at the Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck in June.   #### 13. Check Out the Craft Brewery Scene  The [Westchester brew scene](https://westchestermagazine.com/food/wine-spirits/heres-your-definitive-guide-to-westchesters-breweries/) is thriving, and beer lovers will enjoy visiting some local spots. A few brewery options include:  - Broken Bow Brewery - Decadent Ales - Captain Lawrence Brewing Co. - Peekskill Brewery #### 14. Visit Rockefeller State Park Preserve  Popular activities at Pleasantville’s [Rockefeller State Park Preserve](https://parks.ny.gov/parks/59) include hiking, horseback riding, running, bird-watching and fishing.  #### 15. See a Show at the Capitol Theatre  First opened in 1926, this [Port Chester theater](https://www.thecapitoltheatre.com/) offers a wide range of upcoming musical performances, from Lauryn Hill and Sheryl Crow to the Beach Boys.   #### 16. Eat Farm-to-Table  Hudson Valley’s agriculture makes for a strong farm-to-table scene. Popular [Westchester farm-to-table restaurants](https://www.visitwestchesterny.com/things-to-do/dining/farm-to-table/) include:  - RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen - Farmer and the Fish - The Hudson Room  - The Cookery #### 17. Go on a Family Outing to LEGOLAND  Thrill your kids with a day at [LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester](https://westchester.legolanddiscoverycenter.com/), which features 12 family attractions.   #### 18. Visit the Hudson River Museum  Featuring galleries, educational spaces, a planetarium and an amphitheater, the [Hudson River Museum](https://www.hrm.org/) is the largest cultural institution in Westchester County.  #### 19. Go on a Kayaking Adventure  Go kayaking with [Hudson River Recreation](https://www.kayakhudson.com/), which offers Croton River, Sleepy Hollow, Rye Beach and Croton Point tours, among others.  #### 20. Go Fly-Fishing  [Ward Pound Ridge Reservation](https://parks.westchestergov.com/ward-pound-ridge-reservation) is the county’s largest park, and it offers a fly-fishing area in Cross River. With more than 4,300 acres, Ward Pound offers a variety of additional activities, including picnicking, hiking, ice fishing and cross-country skiing, and is home to the Trailside Nature Museum.  #### 21. Experience a Night of Theatre  Visitors to the [Westchester Broadway Theatre](https://www.broadwaytheatre.com/) enjoy musical theatre — well-known shows include “Kinky Boots” and “Cinderella” — while dining off a multicourse menu. Additionally, the [White Plains Performing Arts Center](https://wppac.com/) is another professional theatre option in the heart of Westchester. #### 22. Go Apple and Pumpkin Picking  Autumn brings the opportunity to pick apples and pumpkins at a variety of U-Pick orchards in the area. Some options for [apple picking in the Hudson Valley](https://patch.com/new-york/bedford/apple-picking-guide-2019-hudson-valley) include:  - Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard - Barton Orchards - Outhouse Orchards - Fishkill Farms - Pennings Orchard  #### 23. Go for a Hike If you enjoy hitting the trails, [hiking in Westchester](https://westchestermagazine.com/features/hiking-biking-guide-to-westchester/) is a popular activity. The [Mianus River Gorge Preserve](http://www.mianus.org/visit-the-preserve/planning-your-visit/) is a nice spot to visit in the fall to enjoy the colors of the leaves changing and go for a hike.  #### 24. Take a Trip to Van Cortlandt Manor  Visit [Van Cortlandt Manor](https://hudsonvalley.org/historic-sites/van-cortlandt-manor/) to experience the life of a patriot family living in the years that followed the American Revolution. Visitors explore the stone manor house and brick ferry house, roam the heritage gardens and take a walk along the Croton River.  #### 25. Go Sailing Westchester’s location along both the Long Island Sound and Hudson River affords plenty of opportunities for sailing. A few options include going on a tour with Nyack Boat Charter or Dine and Sail, or becoming a sailor yourself by taking a course with [SEAS Westchester](http://www.sailhudson.org/).  Westchester County is a lively area with no shortage of fun activities. However, residents here experience hardships just like those of any other area. Here at Feeding Westchester, we support the county by providing food, resources and assistance to people who are in need. If you’re interested in helping us end hunger in Westchester County, learn more about [Feeding Westchester’s volunteer opportunities](https://feedingwestchester.org/take-action/volunteer/). 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