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If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss The Fab Four-The Ultimate Tribute. The Emmy Award Winning Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ classics such as “Can’t Buy Me Love,” …
The famous author, who lived his last few years in a cottage 20 miles from Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, rises from the dead for an evening of mystery and macabre. Poe, portrayed by Sleepy Hollow's master storyteller David Neilsen, will read favorites from his own stories and poems. This event always draws a crowd – purchase tickets in …
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 …
Stop by TaSH, Tarrytown’s and Sleepy Hollow’s weekly farmers market, for fresh Hudson Valley produce, meat, bread, cut flowers, dairy products, preserves, wine, and beer. There are weekly live music performances, children’s events as well as ongoing educational activities and programs. Don’t miss the weekly free samplings! Well behaved dogs are welcome, provided your pooch is …
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 …
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 …
Hudson Valley Writers Center opens its historic building for an October pop up with local artists and creators! Drop in for artwork, crafts, and other goods from Sleepy Hollow creators.
The Old Croton Aqueduct, New York City's original water supply, runs from, Croton-on-Hudson into the Bronx and Manhattan, passing through Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown. For most of its length, the Aqueduct is a horseshoe-shaped brick tunnel 8.5 feet high by 7.5 feet wide, set on a stone foundation and protected with an earthen cover and stone …
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 Rockland Beer and Food Festival brings together the region's finest breweries and food vendors for an unforgettable weekend of flavors, fun, and festivities. This is Rockland County's BIGGEST premier food and beer event. It is a MUST DO on your festival list. FREE TASTINGS highlighting local breweries, cideries, and wineries from Rockland and 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, …
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, …
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.
One man, two natures. The brilliant Dr. Henry Jekyll is convinced that the evil in man is a quality that can be stripped away from his soul. But when he experiments upon himself to prove his point, he gives that evil a chance to roam free as his alter ego, Edward Hyde. Soon, he is …
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! 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 …
In this spine-tingling and laugh-filled theatrical thrill ride, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson leave the foggy streets of London behind for the eerie woods of Sleepy Hollow! A rash of bizarre crimes—and rumors of the Headless Horseman’s ghostly return—have the local villagers terrified. But as Holmes digs deeper, even he begins to question what’s …
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.