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Enjoy live music, river views and a laid-back setting at this small-town Sunday market showcasing the best of what the Hudson Valley has to offer. In season, there is fresh local produce, seafood and meats, cheese, pickles, prepared foods and baked goods. The Irvington Farmers Market is just a short distance from Washington Irving’s home …
Back and expanded due to popular demand, this 2025 Halloween season is the chance to bring home a piece of photographic history. Union Tintype and Hellcat Darkroom will be at Lyndhurst mansion ready to take your portrait using 19th-century photographic technology, resulting in a one-of-a-kind tintype portrait. Bring home a special memento of your trip to …
Soak up the beauty of this 176-year old cemetery while your guide regales you with stories of the fascinating people resting here in peace. This two-hour daytime walk is the perfect way "to have a colloquy among the tombs" as Washington Irving, famous author of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow", did himself back in 1849. You'll …
During the weekend of Gothic Market, Lyndhurst welcomes visitors to explore on their own the wonders of this Gilded Age Mansion and the Gothic Market during the festive Autumn season. The Market is a collection of Hudson Valley vendors that will sell an eclectic mix of spooky oddities, curated antiques, gothic jewelry, and witchy wares. …
The Original Knickerbocker: Washington Irving & “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”. Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery! Learn all about Washington Irving, his impact on American Literature and the enduring appeal of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”, which recently celebrated its Bicentennial. Best of all, …
Embark on a captivating journey through the rich history of Sleepy Hollow, where the echoes of colonial America come to life. Join our local historical society for a 90-minute immersive walking tour, starting with the tale of the first Dutch settlers who lived on Philipsburg Manor, one of the largest colonial estates in the Hudson …
Immerse yourself in this Sleepy Hollow whodunit and decide for yourself what really happened to Ichabod Crane. Follow your guide on a mysterious 45-minute walk through the historic grounds of Sleepy Hollow’s Philipsburg Manor, where you’ll step into a chilling, live-action 18th-century whodunit. Along the way, encounter suspicious townsfolk like fiery Hans Van Ripper, charming …
The Original Knickerbocker: Washington Irving & “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”. Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery! Learn all about Washington Irving, his impact on American Literature and the enduring appeal of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”, which recently celebrated its Bicentennial. Best of all, …
Join paranormal researcher, author and podcaster Amy Bruni as she takes you through an unforgettable afternoon of ghost stories that originated from real-life murders. Was a man truly executed based on the testimony of a ghost? Is one ghostly voice the key to finally solving the Villisca Axe Murders? Is the basement of the post …
Embark on a captivating journey through the rich history of Sleepy Hollow, where the echoes of colonial America come to life. Join our local historical society for a 90-minute immersive walking tour, starting with the tale of the first Dutch settlers who lived on Philipsburg Manor, one of the largest colonial estates in the Hudson …
Soak up the beauty of this 176-year old cemetery while your guide regales you with stories of the fascinating people resting here in peace. This two-hour daytime walk is the perfect way "to have a colloquy among the tombs" as Washington Irving, famous author of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow", did himself back in 1849. You'll …
The Original Knickerbocker: Washington Irving & “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”. Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery! Learn all about Washington Irving, his impact on American Literature and the enduring appeal of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”, which recently celebrated its Bicentennial. Best of all, …
Internationally renowned for his inimitable style Joe Avati, who is Australian born with an Italian heritage, is one of the most significant and pivotal comedians of his generation who, undoubtedly, is directly responsible for the ethnic comedy circuit around the world today. For the past 30 years Avati’s routines about growing up with a culturally …
Sip, savor, and shiver with Poe’s darkest tales brought to life through storytelling, cocktails, and confections. This fall, professional storytellers bring to life the “powerful graphic effect” that Washington Irving once praised in Edgar Allan Poe’s writing, with haunting renditions of The Raven, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Black Cat, and The Masque of the Red …
Bigger, Brighter, and More Spectacular Than Ever Before! The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze is the Hudson Valley’s most electrifying fall happening! Meander through the 18th-century landscape of Van Cortlandt Manor and discover a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on site by a team of talented artisans. Complete …
A Night of Legendary Magic Featuring Mark Clearview & Nick Wallace Join master illusionists as they journey into the realm of the unknown at this spooky supernatural spectacle. Their tricks and conjurings will leave you spellbound as they communicate with the spirits of Sleepy Hollow Country, like Hulda of Bohemia, British spy Major John Andre, …
Descend in to the basement of an abandoned church rectory and witness new scares with new twists!!! Be careful what you wish for…Enter if you dare! Get your tickets now. 2025 Dates: weekends 10/4 through 11/1. Times vary by date, consult organizer's website for exact times of entry.
Lyndhurst After Dark offers an exquisite Halloween experience, blending gothic charm with subtle spookiness. You've experienced the splendor of the Lyndhurst Mansion during the day, but have you seen it draped in candlelight? This Halloween Season, experience the history of the Mansion and explore Victorian lore in the glow of an October evening: Lyndhurst After …
Where the Legend Lives After Dark! As evening settles over Philipsburg Manor, channel the spirit of Irving’s famously creepy tale at this immersive outdoor experience with live storytellers, fire performers, and eerie encounters around every corner. Mingle with Legend icons Ichabod Crane and Katrina Van Tassel, wander through a pop-up market with curious goods, oddities, and …
Don’t miss your chance to experience "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" in the heart of Sleepy Hollow! On October 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, and 26 at 7 p.m., the historic Old Dutch Church becomes the perfect stage for Washington Irving’s haunting tale. With glowing lanterns and spellbinding performances, you'll encounter iconic characters like Ichabod …
Step back in time and explore the cemetery by kerosene lantern light! This two-hour evening tour gives you a great overview of why Sleepy Hollow Cemetery is so famous. You’ll visit titans of industry like Andrew Carnegie and William Rockefeller, meet Washington Irving whose famous short story gave our village its very name, see the …
After a sold-out run in 2024, River’s Edge Theatre Company is bringing its provocative immersive show Peek-a-Boo back to Bethany Arts Community this October. Inspired by hidden histories of the Hudson Valley, this one-of-a-kind theatrical experience is brimming with intimate encounters, voyeuristic thrills, and deeply human performances. Written by Meghan Covington (Artistic Director of River’s …
Step back in time and explore the cemetery by kerosene lantern light! This two-hour evening tour gives you a great overview of why Sleepy Hollow Cemetery is so famous. You’ll visit titans of industry like Andrew Carnegie and William Rockefeller, meet Washington Irving whose famous short story gave our village its very name, see the …
The Original Knickerbocker: Washington Irving & “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”. Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery! Learn all about Washington Irving, his impact on American Literature and the enduring appeal of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”, which recently celebrated its Bicentennial. Best of all, …
Bigger, Brighter, and More Spectacular Than Ever Before! The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze is the Hudson Valley’s most electrifying fall happening! Meander through the 18th-century landscape of Van Cortlandt Manor and discover a breathtaking display of more than 7,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns—all designed and hand-carved on site by a team of talented artisans. Complete …
There's something for everyone in Sleepy Hollow Country—farmers markets, live music, street fairs, historic homes, hiking trails, kayaking and boating on the Hudson River. Halloween season brings even more for the whole family—haunted hayrides, blazing pumpkins, costumed 10K run, Halloween parade, and of course, the Headless Horseman! For the latest on Fall events, visit our guide to Halloween in Sleepy Hollow.