Your Awesome Westchester Weekend: June 2-4
This weekend is packed with so many awesome Pride Events and festivals like the White Plains Art Festival, the Port Chester Arts Festival, and the Asian Heritage Festival, to name a few options. Check out our complete listings below, and be sure to tag us in all of your fun @westchesterfamilymagazine on Instagram.
Saturday, June 2nd, various times
County Pools and Beaches Open
Kick off the summer season during opening weekend at one of the Westchester beaches and pools.This includes Glen Island Beach, Playland Park, Croton Point Beach, Saxon Woods Pool, Sprain Ridge Pool, and more. Various locations and fees.
Saturday, June 3rd at 9:00am
Pound Ridge Color Run
Participate in this fun community run in support of Pride Month. Hosted by the Pound Ridge Partnership in collaboration with the Human Rights Advisory Committee, the event celebrates Pride Month, along with Holi-inspired colors. Pound Ridge Elementary School, 7 Pound Ridge Rd, Pound Ridge, NY 10576.
Saturday, June 3rd from 9:30am-8:00pm
1st Annual Port Chester Arts Festival
The festival is a celebration of arts organizations, artists, and the community with free activations happening at various venues. There will also be raffles and food from local vendors, such as Mister Softee, Paradise Taqueria, and Run & Hide Brewery. Some activations include art exhibits at The Capitol Theatre, Carver Center, Ice Cream Social Art Space, and Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library; pottery sale, open studios, kids’ clay activities, and live firing demos at the Clay Art Center; dance demos from Jete Dance Studio; workshops led by the Lawn Chair Theater; and open studios and exhibitions from Miranda Arts Project Space and The Crit Lab, to name a few. Various locations.
Saturday, June 3rd and Sunday, June 4th from 10:00am-5:00pm
The White Plains Outdoor Arts Festival
This festival has been going strong in Westchester the past 50 years where you can purchase handmade and one-of-a-kind paintings, photography, ceramics, glasswork, jewelry, textiles, home decor, and much more. The festival also includes a a free children’s art workshop and food vendors. Tibbits Park, One North Broadway, White Plains, NY 10601.
Saturday, June 2nd from 10:00am-12:00pm
Celebrate Father’s Day Art Workshop
Make Dad a cool craft for Father’s Day at the Blue Door Art Center. The workshop is free and led by artist Zafiro Acevedo. Registration is required and space is limited. Blue Door Art Center, 13 Riverdale Ave, Yonkers, NY 10701.
Saturday, June 3rd at 11:00am
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and Activities
Watch a screening of the new “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” at Jacob Burns Film Center, followed by crafting where kids will make Spiderific backpack charms. The Jacob Burns Film Center, 364 Manville Rd, Pleasantville, NY 10570
Saturday, June 3rd from 12:00pm-1:30pm
Little Farms with Celebrations & “Name Our Babies” Contest
Visit Stew Leonards in Yonkers in celebration of the arrival of goats, sheep, and birds for the 2023 season. Kids of all ages are welcome to come to the Little Farm and observe the new arrivals, but the “Name Our Babies” contest is limited to children ages 4-10. Stew Leonard Drive, Yonkers, NY 10710.
Saturday, June 2nd from 12:00am-6:00pm
Asian Heritage Festival
Enjoy an Asian cultural celebration with your family at the Kensico Dam Plaza. The event also includes art, music, dance, cultural exhibits, crafts and ethnic cuisine. Admission and parking are free. Kensico Dam Plaza
Saturday, June 3rd from 1:00pm-6:00pm
Third Annual Yorktown Pride Event
Attend the Third Annual Yorktown Pride event in Yorktown Heights. The event will include a march at 1:00pm as well as an all-day festival. Railroad Park on Commerce Street, Yorktown Heights, NY.
Sunday, June 4th from 10:00am-3:00pm
Birds of Prey Day
Celebrate Green Chimneys’ annual tradition dedicated to children, the environment and magnificent birds of prey. The event includes over 100 raptors; free-flying demos; wildlife experts; live animal presentations; hayrides; children’s activities; live music and more. Green Chimneys’ will offer free shuttle bus service between the event and designated free parking spots in Brewster at: Stanley Black & Decker 2 Powers Lane, Brewster, NY 10509
Sunday, June 4th from 10:00am-4:00pm
Tarrytown Street Fair
Enjoy a beautiful day in Tarrytown with an outdoor market. Families can enjoy delicious food, music, local retailers, arts & crafts, local vendors, and more! Main Street, Tarrytown, NY 10591.
Sunday, June 4th from 10:00am-11:30am
Mindful Family Garden Stroll with Cindy Olsen
Enjoy a morning of mindfulness at Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden. This includes guided family connection activities through nature-based experiences, plus tea and snacks. $15 per person. Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden, 28 Deveau Rd, North Salem, NY 10560
Sunday, June 4th from 10:00am-12:00pm
Kids Fishing Day
Enjoy an afternoon of fishing with your kids at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum. All kids have to be ages 4-12 to participate; kids ages four and under can watch. Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, 120 Muser Dr, Cornwall, NY 12518.
Sunday, June 4th from 11:00am-6:00pm
Celebrate River Fest
Enjoy a fantastic day with your family on the Hudson River. The event includes entertainment, storytime for the kids, food, local vendors, and more.
Sunday, June 4th from 12:00pm-5:00pm
Westchester Pride
Join Westchester Pride for an afternoon of community healing, music, food, local vendors, a Flag Raising ceremony, a pet parade, and a family zone, filled with fun and games. Court Street between Martine and Main with the addition of Renaissance Plaza, White Plains, NY.
Sunday, June 4th from 12:00pm-10:00pm
Larchmont Music Festival
Enjoy live music all day long at the Larchmont Music Festival. The festival also includes food trucks and bee from local Westchester vendors. Constitution Park, 120 Larchmont Ave, Larchmont, NY 10538
