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Mostly Free & Fun Things to Do this Weekend with Westchester Kids: Tree Lightings, Hanukkah Parties, Turkeys & More, Nov 23 & 24
The holiday celebrations are here and there is plenty to do this weekend in Westchester with the kids. Enjoy a holiday tree lighting at Cross County Shopping Center, turkey fun at Westmoreland Sanctuary and Teatown Lake Reservation or Hershel and the Hannukah Goblins at Rosenthal JCC.
Two great theater performances can be seen this weekend. Exit Stage Left at the Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck blends tap dance, live music, and slapstick comedy and offers an energetic show for younger audiences. Shrek the Musical will be performed all weekend long at the Yorktown Stage.The UBS Parade Spectacular on Sunday brings with it giant helium balloons floating through Stamford’s downtown. Foofa & Plex from Yo Gabba Gabba, Barbar & Badou and a Smurf will all make their debut this year. There is a balloon inflation party on Saturday as well where you can get a backstage look at the balloons as they come to life.
Read on for our top weekend picks. If you see something that piques your interest, click through to the event listing to view full details. Looking for more options? Be sure to check our Event Calendar for more fun happening this weekend and beyond.
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ALL WEEKEND
Shrek the Musical – Yorktown
Join Shrek and his loyal steed Donkey as they set off on a quest to rescue the beautiful Princess Fiona. Tickets range from $19-$26.
Westchester Feline Club Show – White Plains
The annual fall cat show features over 200 feline entries of a wide variety of breeds in competition and a large amount of cats and kittens for sale and adoption. $14 adults, $6 children 5–12, 4 and under FREE.
Spot the Elf at Pottery Barn Kids – White Plains
Join Pottery Barn Kids at The Westchester Mall for a magical game of I Spy. Children who spot him win a prize from the holiday treasure chest. FREE.
SATURDAY
Holiday Tree Lighting at Cross County – Yonkers
The 40 foot tree will be lit while a live holiday concert is held with the East Coast Band featuring American Idol finalist Big Mike. Enjoy carolers, visits from Santa and the chance to win tickets to Z100’s Jingle Ball concert in December at Madison Square Garden. FREE.
Turkey Time at Teatown – Ossining
Take the family to discover a little more about turkeys in time for their big day. Make a craft, listen to a story, and take a short hike to learn more about their natural history. $5.
Gobble Gobble at Westmoreland Sanctuary – Mount Kisco
Learn some not so well known turkey facts and venture outside to collect leaves to make leaf turkeys to take home. $5.
Exit Stage Left – Mamaroneck
Blending tap dance, live music, and slapstick this energetic, inventive, and dynamic show is great for younger audiences. $13.
Children’s Yoga at Athleta – Scarsdale
Fun filled class of yoga poses, music, massage, and peacetime. Classes build focus and concentration and build confidence and self esteem. FREE.
SUNDAY
PJ Library Event at JCC – Harrison
Alyssa Satin Capucilli, author of the Biscuit the Dog series, joins the fun with a book reading and arts and crafts. FREE.
Hershel & the Hanukkah Goblins – Pleasantville
Toddlers will enjoy latkes, jelly donuts, and crafts before this interactive performance. A “Light It Up” party follows with glow sticks, DJ style music, and more crafts. $12.
Holiday Decorations at Muscoot Farm – Mount Kisco
Join in to make holiday decorations for your home with the Muscoot Junior Volunteers. They will guide you through projects to take home and decorate your tree or table. FREE.
The Dreidel House – Mamaroneck
A Chanukah Wonderland with candle making, storytimes, latke and donut making, Chanukah rainbow loom, games, crafts, and a Chanukah store. FREE.
BEYOND WESTCHESTER
If you find yourself in Stamford, CT, on Sunday, check out the UBS Parade Spectacular. Giant helium balloons are the biggest part of this spectacular parade. Foofa & Plex from Yo Gabba Gabba, Barbar & Badou and a Smurf will all make their debut this year.
Marvel at model trains zipping around NY landmark replicas made of plant parts such as nuts, bark, and leaves at New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show.
Don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more fun happening throughout Westchester!
