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Join this guided tour created by Master Storyteller Jonathan Kruk and discover the historic lore and spirits that linger at The Tarrytown Music Hall. The Tarrytown Music Hall was built in 1885 during the Millionaire’s Colony Era when mansions dotted the Hudson Valley landscape and families such as the Rockefellers, Goulds and Vanderbilts gathered at the Music …
The Original Knickerbocker Tour: Washington Irving & "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour walking tour through the south end of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. You'll get to know Washington Irving—the man behind the Headless Horseman, Ichabod Crane, and Katrina Van Tassel—and discover why the writer who …
Now expanded to four Saturdays this fall, join a guided tour through the history and architecture of historic Christ Church San Marcos, Washington Irving's own parish. See the beautiful stained glass memorial windows, learn the stories behind them, and visit Irving's marked pew along with other memorabilia from his years as warden and vestryman of …
A Halloween-season guided tour at the Armour-Stiner Octagon House, Irvington, NY For generations, the eight-sided Armour-Stiner Octagon House has inspired whispered local legends, and this fall its guides are opening the door to them. Myths & Mysteries is an hour-long guided tour through the National Historic Landmark that goes beyond architecture and furnishings to explore …
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 River Valley. You …
Eleven bands on two stages, a costume parade, and the Headless Horseman galloping past the stage between sets — the third annual festival that opens Sleepy Hollow's Halloween season. Main Stage brings the 90s: Everclear, the Smithereens featuring Marshall Crenshaw, Fastball, SoulShine: An Allman Brothers Experience, and Anthony Giaccio & the Assortments. The Regional Stage …
The Original Knickerbocker Tour: Washington Irving & "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour walking tour through the south end of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. You'll get to know Washington Irving—the man behind the Headless Horseman, Ichabod Crane, and Katrina Van Tassel—and discover why the writer who …
Sleepy Hollow has more ghosts than the Horseman. Two illusionists intend to get them talking. Mark Clearview and Nick Wallace return to Philipsburg Manor this October with an original magic show built around the spirits of Sleepy Hollow Country — not generic stage spooks, but the local dead. Hulda of Bohemia, the healer the village called a witch. Major John André, the British spy …
The Original Knickerbocker Tour: Washington Irving & "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour walking tour through the south end of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. You'll get to know Washington Irving—the man behind the Headless Horseman, Ichabod Crane, and Katrina Van Tassel—and discover why the writer who …
Sip, savor, and shiver with Poe’s darkest tales brought to life through storytelling, cocktails, and confections. 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 Death. We …
An immersive Halloween-season tour with a performance of "The Raven" at the Armour-Stiner Octagon House, Irvington, NY For two October weekends only, the Armour-Stiner Octagon House goes back more than a century to host a literary evening. Guests are welcomed as visitors to the annual salon of Jessie Clarke, one of the most puzzling people …
Hear the Legend told on Washington Irving's own lawn. Washington Irving is buried a few miles up the road. Every October, his most famous story comes back to the house where he spent his last twenty years — performed outdoors, after dark, on the grounds of Sunnyside. Master storyteller Jonathan Kruk has been doing this …
An immersive Halloween-season tour with a performance of "The Raven" at the Armour-Stiner Octagon House, Irvington, NY For two October weekends only, the Armour-Stiner Octagon House goes back more than a century to host a literary evening. Guests are welcomed as visitors to the annual salon of Jessie Clarke, one of the most puzzling people …
More than 7,000 hand-carved jack o'lanterns light up the riverside grounds of Van Cortlandt Manor. Ten acres of an 18th-century estate above the Hudson become a half-mile walk past life-sized dinosaurs, a working carousel, a planetarium built entirely of glowing gourds, and the Headless Horseman riding out of the dark. Arches, tunnels, and clearings open …
The true stories on this two-hour lantern tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery are so grim, you just might have nightmares! Curious to learn about a family that lost 5 children one terrible afternoon, or a horrific murder that led police on a multi-state chase? Maybe you’d like to hear about a son who shot his …
Where the Legend Lives After Dark! Mix and mingle with storytellers, fire performers, and iconic Legends. Enjoy a roving brass band, a pop-up evening market, and much more. Expanded experiences, more characters, and new performances make Twilight Village a must-visit destination for all ages in the Hudson Valley’s most legendary Halloween town. As evening settles …
Join us for a Murder Mystery experience as we celebrate Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"! "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" was published just over 200 years ago, and the literate world is holding a convention to celebrate! Plus, convention organizers promise a spectacular revelation--the discovery of Irving's initial draft, which is scheduled to …
Step back in time and explore Sleepy Hollow Cemetery by kerosene lantern light. This two-hour evening walk is the perfect introduction to why these storied grounds are so famous—an atmospheric journey through history under the glow of flickering flame. Your guide leads you past the resting places of titans of industry like Andrew Carnegie and …
Join Sara Mascia and Tara Van Tassell of our local historical society as they share stories of intriguing residents and some of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery's world-famous inhabitants—and let you guess who counts as good, bad, or unusual. You'll meet locals like poet and eccentric Minna Irving, chocolatier William Wallace, and beloved neighbor "Uncle" Washington Irving, …
Randy Feltface has spent his career denying the accusation that he is nothing more than a gimmick. Now it's time to own it. As seen on Netflix and heard on BBC Radio 4, Randy Feltface has written and performed a dozen solo stand-up comedy shows, released eight comedy specials, sold out around the world and …
The true stories on this two-hour lantern tour of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery are so grim, you just might have nightmares! Curious to learn about a family that lost 5 children one terrible afternoon, or a horrific murder that led police on a multi-state chase? Maybe you’d like to hear about a son who shot his …
Step back in time and explore Sleepy Hollow Cemetery by kerosene lantern light. This two-hour evening walk is the perfect introduction to why these storied grounds are so famous—an atmospheric journey through history under the glow of flickering flame. Your guide leads you past the resting places of titans of industry like Andrew Carnegie and …
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's fresh local produce, seafood and meats, cheese, pickles, prepared foods and baked goods, with live music most weeks. The Irvington Farmers Market runs Sunday mornings outdoors on …
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 River Valley. You …
Step inside one of the Hudson River's most beloved landmarks. Join a 45-minute interpreter-led tour of the Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow and discover the story of this 1883 cast-iron "sparkplug" light — from its years guiding steamships past dangerous shoals to the keepers and families who once called its five-story tower home. Now restored …
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.