2024 Purim Events in Westchester
Purim is celebrated this year from the evening of Saturday, March 23rd-Sunday, March 24th where families come together to commemorate the saving of the Jewish people from Haman. This joyous celebration generally includes games, a festival meal, songs, costumes (both kids and adults), the reading of the Book of Esther, and more. Below, we’re sharing a list of fun Purim events that you and your family can enjoy in Westchester.
Sunday, March 17th from 11:30am-12:00pm
Family Purim Celebration
Families are invited to learn more about Purim with puppets. Plus, kids are invited to wear their costumes. First Hebrew Congregation, 1821 Main Street, Peekskill, NY 10566
Sunday, March 17th from 10:30am-1:30pm
Purim Carnival
Attend the Greenburgh Hebrew Center’s annual Purim Carnvial. The event includes bowling, purim songs, sponge throw, a megillah story, a costume parade, Sports Bouncer, LavaSlide, games, Shushan Food Court, prizes, cotton candy, costume parade, and more! Plus, Joshy K will perform magic for children and adults at 12:00pm. Greenburgh Hebrew Center, 515 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522.
Sunday, March 17th from 11:30am-1:00pm
Religious School Purim Carnival
Enjoy this fun Purim Carnival for kids of all ages. The event includes games, prizes, hamantaschen, and pizza. Families are invited to come in their favorite Purim. Plus, enjoy face painting, a photo booth, games, and more. 2125 Westchester Avenue East, Rye, NY 10580
Sunday, March 17th from 1:45pm-3:45pm
Purim Palooza
Families can enjoy a fun-filled day celebrating Purim, including mask-making, basket-making, pictures with the queen, tattoos, hamantaschen, and much more. JCCMW, 999 Wilmot Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583.
Tuesday, March 18th from 3:00pm-5:00pm
Purim Pop-Up: Rain Sticks
Join Yanira to create magical instruments aka rain sticks. Kids will unleash their creative flair, as they enjoy the enchanting sounds of rainfall. 371 S. Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591.
Wednesday, March 20th from 3:00pm-5:00pm
Purim Pop-Up: Mask Making
Join Yanira for Purim mask making! Families will love participating this mask making activity with mixed media. 371 S. Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591.
Sunday, March 20th from 7:00pm
Hamentash Bake
Join the Jewish Women’s Circle for delicious hamentashen. Additionally, gluten-free options will be available. $25 per person. Chabad of Yorktown 2629 Old Yorktown Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Sunday, March 24th at 9:00am
Purim Celebration
Come dressed in costume to the Purim Celebration at the Pleasantville Community Synagogue. This includes a costume parade, music, pizza, goody bags, and crafts. Pleasantville Community Synagogue, 219 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, NY 10570.
Sunday, March 24th at 10:00am
Pancake Purim
Chabad of Yorktown, Somers and Cortland are hosting a community pancake Purim! Enjoy crafts, a bubble magic show, balloon sculptures, and much more. Plus, pancakes, waffles, cheese blintzes, and much more. Chabad of Yorktown, 2629 Old Yorktown Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY, 10598
Sunday, March 24th at 10:00am
Purim Puppet Experience
Celebrate Purim with an interactive circus show, aerialist, juggler, acrobatics, tight wire and stilts, hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy, and hamentashen. Chabad of Bedford, 220 South Bedford Road, Bedford Corners, NY 10549.
Sunday, March 24th from 11:00am-1:00pm
Purim Circus
Families are invited to join Temple Beth Abraham Youth Groups to watch the Westchester Circus Arts Troupe. Additionally, the event is $36 per family. Temple Beth Abraham, 25 Leroy Avenue, Tarrytown, NY 10591.
Sunday, March 24th from 11:00am-1:00pm
Purim Glow Party
Enjoy a rocking glow party in costumes. Chabad of Bedford,
Sunday, March 24th at 11:00am
Purim in the Stadium
Enjoy the annual Purim extravaganza. Watch the Acrobatics of Chicago Boyz, along with drinks and mime. RSVP is required.
Sunday, March 24th from 3:00pm-5:00pm
Purim in the Palace
Families are invited to enjoy a royal feast for Purim. Plus, music and drinks, a multimedia megillah reading, and costumes. Chabad Jewish Center, 453 White Plains Rd, Eastchester, NY, 10709
