Festivals, Events & Fun
Community Events
There is so much to do around the Hudson Valley, and so much to see. Here is a sample of
activities that are happening in our communities. Please, double-check dates with municipalities as
some events may shift due to weather and scheduling issues.
Throughout the year
City of Peekskill Business Recognition
Peekskill
The City of Peekskill has launched a Peekskill Day for businesses by having a day dedicated to them to
announce major changes, accomplishments, or years in businesses. All businesses located in the city are
eligible and welcome to participate. For more information, please email Matthew Rudikoff at
[email protected].
January
City of Peekskill Black History Month Celebration Nominations
Peekskill
Throughout the month
During the month of February, the City of Peekskill celebrates and spotlights African Americans and
African American owned businesses. The nominations are taken in January.
Polar Plunge
Yorktown- Sparkle Lake
1/10/26
Take the cold plunge into Sparkle Lake to help support local charities.
City of Peekskill Youth Bureau Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Event
Peekskill
Date TBD
Honoring individuals and organizations for their service to the community.
Installation of Town
Putnam Valley
Check out their program schedule here: putnamvalleylibrary.org
Volunteer Fire and Volunteer Ambulance officers, Putnam Valley Library offers programs for children and
adults check out their program schedule here putnamvalleylibrary.org.
FEBRUARY
Peekskill
Throughout the month
During the month of February, the City of Peekskill celebrates and spotlights African Americans and
African American owned businesses. Nominations are taken in January.
Girl Scout and Boy Scout Annual Pancake Breakfast
Putnam Valley
Date TBD
Putnam Valley is home of many boy scout and girl scout troops with events and programs all year
round.
Putnam Valley Parks and Recreation Offerings
Putnam Valley
Date TBD
Putnam Valley Parks and Recreation offer recreational programs, tournaments, and camps for children and
adults all year round for more details and to register go to https://pvpr.com.
City of Peekskill Youth Bureau Black History Month Celebration
Peekskill
Generally scheduled on the first Saturday in February
Held throughout the month of February, this event highlights African Americans and African American
owned businesses.
Lincoln Society’s Parade and Lincoln Reenactment Speech
Peekskill- Lincoln Exedra Monument
Generally scheduled on the third Saturday in February- 10:00 a.m.
Lincoln Society’s Parade and Lincoln Reenactment Speech Peekskill- Lincoln Exedra Monument
Generally scheduled on the third Saturday in February- 10:00 a.m. The Lincoln Society is the oldest one
in the U.S. (circa 1903) and every year it commemorates a special event in Peekskill’s history at
the Lincoln Exedra Monument on South Street. It honors Lincoln’s historic railroad stop and speech
while he was enroute to his presidential inauguration in Washington DC. (www.lincolnsocietyinpeekskill.org).
Teatown Hudson River Eaglefest
Cortlandt/Verplanck
Date TBD
Location 1: Headquartered at Croton Point Park - Tickets Required
Location 2: Steamboat Dock River Park, Verplanck FREE viewing- No tickets are required.
March
Annual Senior Center Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations
Putnam Valley
Date TBD
Putnam Valley Senior Center 117 Town Park Lane offers activities, meals, and programs for adults 60+.
Contact Putnam Valley Senior Center for more information 845-808-1730.
Irish American Heritage Month
Peekskill
Throughout the month
During the month of March, the City of Peekskill celebrates and spotlights Irish Americans and Irish
American owned businesses.
Women’s History Month
Peekskill
Throughout the month
During the month of March, the City of Peekskill celebrates and spotlights women and women owned
businesses.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Peekskill- Downtown Peekskill
Scheduled on the Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day
The City of Peekskill St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a fun-filled event that marches through the
downtown area with floats and performances. Participants include area schools, community groups, civic
leaders, fire, and EMS personnel with their corresponding vehicles. (www.facebook.
com/peekskillstpatricksdaycommittee)
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Buchanan
Scheduled on the first Sunday before St. Patrick’s Day
This parade is a fun-filled fundraising event for the whole family. Colorful, fanciful, and even
musical, everyone shows up from fire trucks to school bands. There is also a kickoff dinner at the Fire
House on a date preceding the main event. (www.buchananstpatricksparade.com).
Easter Egg Hunt
Yorktown- Downing Park Ball Fields
3/212026
City of Peekskill Youth Bureau Women’s History Month Celebration
Peekskill
Held on the last Thursday of March
Honoring women for their service to the community.
Community Shred Event
Putnam Valley
Date TBD
(go to putnamvalley.com for more info)
Egg Hunt
Cortlandt- Cortlandt Youth & Recreation Center
Saturday, TBD 1:00 p.m.
Come meet the Easter Bunny at our FREE 12th Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Age Groups 2-5 years old and 6 and
up. Prizes for all participants. For more information, please contact Recreation Supervisor, Tim Fisher,
at [email protected] or
914‐734‐1056.
Peekskill Parks and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt
Peekskill- Depew Park
Saturday, TBD
Bring the family out for an Easter Egg hunt at Depew Park. For more information, please contact the
Parks and Recreation Department at (914) 734-7275
Parks and Rec Egg Hunt
Putnam Valley- Putnam Valley Town Park
Saturday, TBD
Registration required … visit pvpr.com.leaders,
fire and EMS personnel with their corresponding vehicles. www.facebook.
com/peekskillstpatricksdaycommittee
April
Putnam Valley Little League Opening Day parade
Putnam Valley- Putnam Valley Town Park
Date TBD
Kids of all ages and teams come out to enjoy hot dogs and music with family and friends. (Go to putnamvalley.gov for more info).
Peekskill Flea Market
Peekskill- Bank Street
Sundays from April-Nov
Visit the Peekskill Flea Market running from April - November on Bank Street and enjoy shopping for
unique finds! For more information, please visit www.discoverpeekskill.com.
Earth Day Hike
Cortlandt- Location TBD
Date Saturday, TBD 10:00 a.m.
Discover the Beauty in Cortlandt and learn about the nature and history of the area (Location changes
each year). Please contact 914-734-1002 for more information.
Peekskill Parks Clean Up
Peekskill- Parks
Date TBD - 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Help make a difference and keep our parks clean by taking part in the Peekskill Parks Spring Clean Up,
held throughout all of our parks.
Arbor Day
Yorktown- Yorktown Town Hall
4/24/26 - 9:00 a.m.
Spring Festival and Car Show
Yorktown- Jefferson Valley Mall
4/26/2026 – 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Food trucks, car show, beer garden, live music, crafts and kiddie rides, vendors of all kinds, and much
more.
May
Earth Day
Croton-on-Hudson- Senasqua Park
Typically 1st weekend in May
Peekskill Rotary Annual Cherry Blossom Festival
Peekskill- Riverfront Green
First Weekend in May
Plant Sale, Food and Craft Vendors, Kids Activities and Crafts. https://peekskillrotary.com/
Bicycle Sundays
Peekskill
First Sunday of May through the first Sunday of November,
Starting on the first Sunday of May through the first Sunday of November, enjoy a ride with family and
friends on the roadways in Depew Park from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. For more information, please
contact the Peekskill Parks and Recreation Department at (914) 734-7275.
Fam Jam
Yorktown- Commerce Street
5/9/26
Family friendly event with live music, amazing food, & fun entertainment for the kids.
Fishing Derby
Yorktown- Sparkle Lake
5/9/26
Fishing Fun for the Kids!
USA 250
Putnam Valley
Date TBD
To mark USA 250 anniversary in 2026 Putnam Valley Historical Society in conjunction with Putnam County
historians, this May, we will have a school house tour, reenactments, and more. For information and
follow programs for REV250 go to https://putnamcountyny.gov/.
Annual Senior Center Picnic
Putnam Valley
Date TBD
Putnam Valley Friendship Center holds their Annual Senior Center Picnic, the site may vary each year.
For more information, contact them at 845-808-1730
Our Volunteer Fire Department Blood Drive
Putnam Valley- 1 Canopus Hollow Road
Date TBD
Our volunteer fire department Blood Drive (located at 1 Canopus Hollow Road) is held in May - please
consider donating. For more information, or to volunteer, please visit www.pvvfd.org.
Memorial Day Ceremony
Cortlandt- Town Hall
Friday, May 22nd 1:00 p.m.
Join us to acknowledge and thank all our veterans for their service to our country, especially those
who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Memorial Day Ceremony
Yorktown- Commerce Street
Monday 5/25/26
Join us to acknowledge and thank all our veterans for their service to our Country.
Memorial Day Ceremony
Peekskill- Monument Park
Monday 5/25/26
Join us on Monday, May 26 for our Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at Monument Park, on the corner of North
Division Street and Highland Avenue.
Memorial Day Ceremony
Putnam Valley- Town Hall
Date TBD
The ceremony begins with a parade, followed by a ceremony of laying of wreaths. For more information
about our Veterans and VFW Post 391 check out their Facebook post “VFW Post 391 Putnam
Valley”.
Relay for Life
Yorktown- Jack DeVito Veterans’ Memorial Field and Track
5/29/26
Help in the fight to find a cure for cancer and celebrate our local cancer survivors!
Town Wide Yard Sale
Cortlandt- Cortlandt Waterfront Park, Verplanck
Saturday, TBD - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Take this opportunity to clear out your unwanted items and bring home new treasures. Enjoy a day at our
beautiful Waterfront Park with music, food trucks, great views, and great finds. For more information,
contact our Recreation Department at (914) 734-1050.
JUNE
Pride Month
Peekskill
Throughout the month
The City of Peekskill celebrates and spotlights LGBTQ+ individuals and LGBTQ+ owned businesses.
Summer Concert & Movie Series
Cortlandt- Performance Stage, Cortlandt Waterfront Park, Verplanck
Thursdays, TBD 6:00pm-8:30pm
Attention lovers of music and sunshine, our free Summer Concert and Movie Series is back! Grab a
blanket, chairs, and some friends, and join us at Cortlandt Waterfront Park in Verplanck. There will be
six concert nights, from June - August. Enjoy a night of music and movies with a beautiful backdrop of
the Hudson River! Food vendors will be on site for dinner and snacks for purchase. Check out www.townofcortlandt.com for more
details.
Sunset Series/Concert Series
Putnam Valley
June-August Every other Friday @ 7p.m.
(go to pvpr.com for bands and time)
First weekend in June- 12:00p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Concert Series
Peekskill- River Front
June-August
Check out cityofpeekskill.com for more
information
Putnam Valley Grange 841 Farmers Market
Putnam Valley Grange 841
Third Saturday in June
BID’s Farmers Market
Peekskill- Downtown Peekskill
June-November - 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Downtown Peekskill, June through November. Rain or shine. The Peekskill Farmers Market is held on Bank
Street and offers fresh produce and related products from local farmers and vendors. For more
information, visit www.discoverpeekskill.com.
Peekskill Arts Alliance Open Studios
Peekskill
Come celebrate Peekskill Arts Alliance’s 25th annual Open Studios! Peekskill artists
open their studios to visitors to experience, explore and engage in conversation with galleries
displaying jewelry, painting, pottery, photography, film, sculpture, and multimedia work.
Summerfest
Croton-on-Hudson- Veteran’s Corners and beyond
Typically, 1st weekend in June
Town-wide Bulk Drop off
Putnam Valley- Town Hall
Date TBD
Putnam Valley residents check out putanmvalley.gov “Supervisors Reports” for dates
and times.
Cornhole Tournaments, Chess, Baseball and more
Putnam Valley
Date TBD
Find more info at pcpr.com.
Peekskill Juneteenth Celebration
Peekskill
Juneteenth - 6/19/26 - 12:00pm-7:00pm
Celebrate Juneteenth with the City of Peekskill’s 15th Annual Juneteenth Celebration! Enjoy an
afternoon that includes a parade, youth presentations, food & craft vendors, African dance & drums, and
more!
Yorktown Fireman’s Parade and Carnival
Yorktown- Commerce Street
6/24-6/28/2026
Join Yorktown Engine #1 for our annual Parade and Carnival
Peekskill Pride in the Park
Peekskill- Pugsley Park
Last Saturday in June - 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Enjoy the 4th Annual Family Pride in the Park at Pugsley Park for an afternoon that will include spoken
word poetry, drag queen story time, drag performances, pet photo contest, craft activities, and more!
For more information, visit peekskillpride.org.
JULY
Summer Concert Series
Yorktown- Jack DeVito Veterans’ Memorial Field and Track
Various Sundays Summer 2026
Free Live Concerts on Various Sunday in the Summer presented by the Lions Club.
Riverfront Summer
Peekskill- Riverfront Green Park
July-September - Times Vary
Set against the historic Hudson River at the beautiful Riverfront Green starting July 6 –
September 11. The Children’s Series is held on Mondays from 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.; Music on the
Green featuring local and regional talent are held on Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.; Family Movie
Nights are held on Fridays from 8:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. For more information, please visit www.cityofpeekskill.com/parks-and-recreation.
Farmers Market
Putnam Valley
Every Friday - 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
(Go to tccc.org for more info.)
July 4th Parade
Peekskill- Downtown Peekskill
Date TBD
The Independence Day annual parade is sponsored by the volunteers of the Peekskill Fire Department.
July 4th Fireworks & Festivities
Peekskill- Downtown Peekskill
Date TBD
Experience a spectacular Fourth of July celebration that historically has featured an award winning
laser light show and weekend concert held at the Riverfront Green. Times and dates TBD. Check back at www.cityofpeekskill.com for more
information
Putnam Valley Annual Independence Day Celebration
Putnam Valley
Date TBD
Listen to eight different bands over eight weeks. Join us this Independence Day for music, food trucks
and fireworks. For event details, go to pvpr.com.
German American Club Festival
Putnam Valley- German American Club
The 3rd weekend in July
Enjoy German Food and Music. There are games and vendors.
The Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Verplanck
The 3rd week in July – Thursday-Sunday
Week-long festival featuring the World’s Largest Tarantella hosted by the Society of Our Lady of
Mt. Carmel, an Italian heritage social club started by immigrants in 1924 on 8th Street in Verplanck.
This joyful event has been a summer tradition for generations. All are welcome. (www.olmcv.org)
Peekskill Film Festival
Peekskill- Riverfront Green
The last week in July
Typically held in the last weekend of July, the Peekskill Film Festival screens a first-rate mix of
features, shorts, animation, and documentaries at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater. For more
information, please visit the Peekskill Film Festival website at www.peekskillfilmfestival.org.
AUGUST
National Night Out
Peekskill
Held on the first Tuesday of August - 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Come to Pugsley Park, join the City of Peekskill and the Peekskill Police Department for
an evening of fun for the whole family with music, games, food, and more!
National Night Out (YPD)
Yorktown- Jack DeVito Veterans’ Memorial Field and Track
8/4/2026
Enjoy a night with our Police Department, free BBQ, entertainment for the kids and live music.
Puppy Pool Party
Yorktown- Junior Lake Aquatics Facility
8/22/2026
Bring your four-legged best friend to the pool! (Town dog license is required.)
Bookbag and School Supply Giveaway
Peekskill
Date TBD - 4:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
SEPTEMBER
City of Peekskill Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Peekskill
Held from September 15 – October 15 - throughout the month
The City of Peekskill spotlights Hispanic Americans and Hispanic American owned businesses.
Touch a Truck Event
Peekskill- Riverfront Green
Date TBD - 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Organized by the City of Peekskill Police Department, the Touch a Truck event is held from 11:00 a.m.
– 3:00 p.m. at the Riverfront Green. Enjoy a day of big trucks, emergency response vehicles, a
Coast Guard vessel, the WCPD chopper, a K9 demonstration, games, crafts, face painting, BBQ, and
more!
9/11 Ceremony
Putnam Valley
9/11/26
(go to putnamvalley.com for details)
9/11 Ceremony
Yorktown- John C. Hart Library
9/11/26
Remembering our residents who we lost on 9/11; Never Forget
Hispanic Heritage Festival
Peekskill- Riverfront Green
Date TBD – 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
The Peekskill Hispanic Community Corp hosts a Hispanic Heritage Festival at the Riverfront Green.
Celebrate Hispanic culture and enjoy a day of live music, food and drink, dancing, and more!
German American Club Octoberfest
Putnam Valley- German American Club
The 2nd weekend in September
Enjoy German Food and Music. There are games and vendors.
San Gennaro Festival
Yorktown- Commerce Street
9/16 - 9/20/2026
15th Annual Hudson Valley Irish Fest
Peekskill- Riverfront Green
Date TBD Typically the third weekend in September 1:00pm–7:00pm
Celebrate a day of Irish culture. Enjoy live music, Irish dancers, bagpipers, crafts, vendors, food,
and more! For more information, please visit hvif.org.
Putnam Valley Irish Festival
Putnam Valley- Tompkins Corners Cultural Center
The 3rd weekend in September
The 16th Annual Putnam Valley Irish Festival will be held to honor Irish Folk music. Come down and
enjoy Irish music, food and culture.
Ozland Festival
Peekskill- South Street
Date TBD - 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
The Ozland Festival includes an afternoon of music, Wiz Kids, crafts, vendors, and more. For more
information, please visit
www. www.antoniaarts.org/ozland-festival.
Road Knights Car Show
Cortlandt- Cortlandt Waterfront Park, Verplanck
Sunday, TBD
Established in 1955, members of the car club proudly line up their restored vintage automobiles with
their shiny chrome and rear-end fins - for some ole time reminiscing. See the cars that your
grandparents once drove to the beach or your parents drove to the hospital when you were born. (www.roadknightsautoclub.com).
Community Swap
Cortlandt- Muriel H. Morabito Community Center
Saturday, TBD - 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Our Community Swap is a fall event organized by the Town of Cortlandt Green Team. Find NEW homes for
your unused or unwanted items and pick up other items you can use for FREE! This is a great way to
recycle and promote sustainability. Please call 914-734-1002 for more information.
Annual Auto Show
Croton-on-Hudson- Croton Train Station
Typically, last weekend of September
The Croton Rotary Club hosts an Annual Auto Show and Parade in September. The event includes a parade
through the streets of the village, family fun, and a classic car show (www.crotonrotary.com)
Buchanan Day
Buchanan- The Pavilion
Typically, the last weekend of September
The festive annual event offers food, activities, vendors, and entertainment for the whole family.
It’s also a great meet-and-greet opportunity too (www.villageofbuchanan. com). Email the
recreation supervisor for the latest information at [email protected].
Town Day
Putnam Valley
Date TBD
One sought-out event for Putnam Valley residents is the Annual Town Day. Enjoy free parking, and free
entry. Past years have seen as many as 3,000 residents in attendance to this event that has had more
than 50 vendors, rides, games, and food, closing the night out with spectacular fireworks. For more
information, visit www.putnamvalley.gov.
OCTOBER
Fall Family Fun Day
Croton-on-Hudson- Vassallo Park
Typically, in October - 12:00-2:00p.m.
Get in the spirit of the season with the Village of Croton Recreation Department, DPW, Police and Fire
Departments. Enjoy free pumpkin painting, touch-a-truck experiences and refreshments. Don’t miss
out on this exciting day of community activities and family entertainment.
Peekskill Rotary Fall Festival
Peekskill- Riverfront Green
Saturday, TBD - 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Celebrate the fall season with the Peekskill Rotary Club. Enjoy a day of entertainment, food trucks,
vendors, pumpkin carving contest, and more! For more information, please visit their website at www.peekskillrotary.com.
Family Fun Day
Cortlandt- Cortlandt Youth & Recreation Center
Saturday, TBD - 3:00pm
The Town of Cortlandt will be hosting its 18th Annual Cortlandt Family Fun Day! There will be live
music, entertainment, rides for children, games, facepainting, animal balloons, and food vendors! For
more information, please contact Deputy Director of the Recreation Department, Lesley Popkin, at [email protected] , or call
914-734-1057.
5K Road Race
Cortlandt- Cortlandt Waterfront Park
Saturday, TBD - 9 :00 a.m. for Race Day Registration 9:30 a.m. Race Start
All participants receive a free t-shirt! Awards go to the top three men and women in various age
groups. Pre‐register online at https://www.runner.org/. Race Day registration is at Cortlandt
Waterfront Park. Fees: Pre-Registration Fee: $15.00 Race Day Registration Fee: $20.00. For more
information, please contact Recreation Supervisor Deanna Peterson, at [email protected], or
914-734-1053.
Fall Festival and Car Show
Yorktown- Jefferson Valley Mall
Sunday 10/11/26 – 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Food trucks, car show, beer garden, live music, crafts and kiddie rides, vendors of all kinds, and much
more.
The Harry Chapin Memorial Run Against Hunger
Croton-on-Hudson
Typically mid October
The Harry Chapin Memorial Run Against Hunger is a Running race consisting of a 1 Mile Kids Run/Fun Run
and 10K and 5K. The 2025 Harry Chapin Memorial Run/Walk Against Hunger features events spanning
throughout the event. See website for more info
(www.runagainsthunger.com).
Scarecrow Contest
Croton-on-Hudson
Typically, All October
Scarecrows line the streets of Croton during October with fall festival spirit. Sponsored by the Hudson
Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce, residents are invited to create an imaginative scarecrow to display
in the village. Entries by individuals, families, organizations and businesses are welcome. Come join
the fun! For more information, contact [email protected].
Community Shred & Bulk Drop off Events
Putnam Valley Town Hall-Parking Lot
Date TBD - 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Proof of Putnam Valley Residency Required
Park and Rec Harvest Fest
Putnam Valley- Town Park
Harvest Fest with hayrides, pumpkin painting, arts and crafts and more. For information go to pvpr.com.
Halloween Parade & Carnival
Yorktown- Jack DeVito Veterans’ Memorial Field and Track
10/17/2026
Enjoy a day of Halloween Fun with games, candy, live music and a Halloween parade that all children can
participate in!
Halloween Parade
Buchanan- Pavilion to Village Hall
Date TBD
The parade will start at the Pavilion to Village Hall and back to the Pavilion with lots of treats
along the way.
Halloween Dog Parade
Cortlandt- Cortlandt Dog Park
Date TBD - 2:30pm-3:30pm
Costumes suggested and treats for all participants! Free! For more information, please contact
Recreation Supervisor, Tim Fisher, at [email protected] or 914‐734‐1056.
Halloween Dog Parade
Croton-on-Hudson- Croton Landing Park
Typically, around Halloween
Welcome all dogs – Join us for a Halloween Dog Parade. Bring your creativity, enjoy a costume
contest, prizes and raffle! All dogs must be immunized and play well with others (www.crotononhudson-ny.gov/recreation-parks).
Hobgoblin Parade
Cortlandt- Cortlandt Youth & Recreation Center
Saturday, TBD - 1:00pm SHARP
A special Halloween parade is open to everyone in costume from ages 2‐14. Trophies and candy will be
given to all children in costume. Free! For more information, please contact Deputy Director of the
Recreation Department, Lesley Popkin, at [email protected], or 914‐734‐1057.
Goblin Walk and Costume Contest
Croton-on-Hudson- Upper Village-Vassallo Park
Typically, around Halloween
Little goblins and their families march through the streets of Croton’s Upper Village in their
Halloween costumes. The walk ends at Vassallo Park with family entertainment and goody bags for all (www.crotononhudson-ny.gov/recreation-parks).
Trunk or Treat
Peekskill- Fire House
The last Friday before Halloween - 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
The City of Peekskill Fire Department, the City of Peekskill Police Department, and the Peekskill
Volunteer Ambulance Corps, host a Trunk or Treat from 6:00 p.m. –8:00 p.m. at the Peekskill Fire
House main parking lot.
Halloween Pumpkin Design
Peekskill- Downtown Peekskill
Held typically on the last Saturday in October - 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Peekskill Parks and Recreation Department and the Peekskill Business Improvement District host the
annual Halloween Pumpkin Design in downtown Peekskill for ages pre-k through grade 6.
Halloween Party
Cortlandt- Muriel H. Morabito Community Center
10/31/2026 - 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Families are invited to come trick or treat inside at our Halloween Party at the Community Center! Open
to all children through the 5th Grade accompanied by an adult. Activities will include entertainment,
games, contests, treats, balloons, and the chance to be on cable TV. For more information, please
contact Youth Center Director, Lindsey Luposello, at [email protected], or 914‐736‐0498.
Hall-o-Scream
Putnam Valley- Town Camp site
10/31/2026
NOVEMBER
The Annual Shop & Dine Cortlandt Initiative
Cortlandt- Various Businesses
All Month
Get a jump on your holiday shopping and support local businesses. It’s celebrated all month long.
Look for participating businesses
and promotional discounts at the town’s website
(www.townofcortlandt.com).
Veterans Day Ceremony
Cortlandt- Muriel H. Morabito Community Center
Wednesday,11/11
Join us to acknowledge and thank all our Veterans for their service to our country.
Veterans Day Ceremony
Peekskill- Town Hall Memorial
Wednesday, 11/11 - 11:00 a.m.
Veterans Day Ceremony
Putnam Valley-John Layman Memorial at Town Hall, Lake Peekskill Veterans Monument on
Lake Drive, and VFW Post 391 on Oscawana Lake Road
Wednesday, 11/11
Peekskill Turkey Trot
Peekskill- Downtown Peekskill
The Saturday before Thanksgiving
Caring for the Hungry and the Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP) hosts its annual Turkey Trot on the
Saturday before Thanksgiving in downtown Peekskill. Participants take part in a 1-mile race and bring a
frozen turkey for donation to help benefit those in the community who are experiencing food insecurity.
For more information, please visit the CHHOP website at www.chhop.org.
Thanksgiving Foul Shooting Contest
Peekskill- Middle School
The last Saturday in November before Thanksgiving
The Peekskill Parks and Recreation Department hosts a Thanksgiving Foul Shooting Contest for all ages
starting at 9:00 a.m. at the Peekskill Middle School. The program is open to all Peekskill residents for
a chance to win a frozen turkey.
DECEMBER
Peekskill Makes Me Merry
Peekskill
All Month
This month-long, most merry event celebrates the end of the year in holiday style, beginning with the
Christmas Tree lighting on the first Saturday in December, along with caroling at the gazebo and holiday
decorations, and ending with the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop.
December 1-31 Christmas Tree lighting
Peekskill- Park Street and Division Street
The 1st Saturday in December
Held on the first Saturday of December, join the City of Peekskill, the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber
of Commerce, and the Peekskill BID for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at the gazebo
located on the corner of Park Street and Division Street. Enjoy a ceremony that will feature live
performances as well as a special appearance by Santa Claus.
Holiday Lights Parade
Yorktown- Front Street to Jack DeVito Veterans’ Memorial Field and Track
12/7/24 Rain Date 12/8/24
Experience this one-of-a-kind parade that features lit vehicles ranging from cars to firetrucks and a
visit from the Big Guy from the North Pole.
Winter Holiday Celebration
Croton-on-Hudson- Vassallo Park
Typically scheduled in the first week of December
Join your friends and neighbors for a Winter Holiday Celebration! Enjoy festive songs before the
lighting of the Village’s Christmas Tree and display of the village Menorah. Santa Claus will also
be visiting from the North Pole! Special holiday treats will be provided. It is sure to be a festive and
fun evening for the entire family.
Holiday Home Decorating Contest
Croton-on-Hudson Village
Typically scheduled in the first week of December
Light up the winter by showing off your best seasonal display! Village residents may register their
home by Friday, December 12th. Participating homes will be featured on the Village of Croton Holiday
Home Map. The community will enjoy a self-guided tour throughout the village and will then have the
opportunity to vote for their favorite decorations. Contest winners will be announced in early January.
Prizes are awarded to the top three houses, receiving the most votes.
Letters For Santa
Croton-on-Hudson- Municipal Building & SaveMor Drugstore
Typically scheduled in the first week of December
Children may write letters to Santa and will receive a personalized response back. Place letters in the
designated mailbox by December 13 (no postage is required). Letters must clearly include the
child’s name and return address (for Croton Village and Croton Harmon residents only).
Reindeer Run
Peekskill
Typically scheduled for the first Saturday of December - 8:00 a.m.
The Hudson Valley Irish Fest hosts its annual Reindeer Run starting at 8:00 a.m. Come on out and wear
your favorite holiday attire while helping local families this holiday season with a donation of new
unwrapped toys, winter hats, winter gloves, and/or non-perishable food items.
Winter Wonderland
Cortlandt- Cortlandt Youth & Recreation Center
Saturday, TBD – 3:00 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of winter family fun! Residents can enjoy FREE inflatable rides for children,
food trucks, ice skating, holiday carolers, and a visit from Santa. Please contact the Town of Cortlandt
Recreation Department at 914-734-1050, or [email protected] for more information.
Holiday in the Park
Putnam Valley- 156 Oscawana Lake Road
Date TBD
A tree lighting and a visit from Santa Claus. Putnam Valley Fire Department escorts Santa throughout
town on the Santa Claus Run. For the date and time Santa will be in your area go to pvvfd.org.
Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Reform Temple of Putnam Valley
Putnam Valley- 362 Church Road
Date TBD
Putnam Valley Historical Society Holiday Fair
Putnam Valley- 301 Peekskill Hollow Road
Date TBD
For detailed information, visit https://putnamvalleyhistory.org/.
New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
Peekskill- Corner of Division and Park St.
December 31st
An annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop is held in downtown Peekskill which includes live musical
performances, a countdown, and fireworks following the ball drop.
