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PLEASE NOTE: The Saturday show begins at 9pm, due to the Tarrytown Halloween Parade. Come early to experience Westchester’s best Halloween event! A Halloween weekend tradition continues! The Mavericks return to rock the Tarrytown Music Hall! once again….One of our favorite weekends of the year! The eclectic rock and country group known for crisscrossing musical …
Join master illusionists Mark Clearview and Nick Wallace 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 André, and the Headless Horseman himself! Once …
Irving’s Legend returns reimagined this fall. Performed under the stars at Washington Irving’s Sunnyside, master storyteller Jonathan Kruk will cast a spell with dramatic performances of the classic tale. Live music and an appearance from the Headless Horseman himself make this a spooky spectacular experience for all ages! Advance reservations are required. No tickets will …
"Donald Harrison is one of the most confident and convincing improvisers in jazz today. The boundary leaping New Orleans alto saxophonist's distinctive broad toned sound is immediately recognizable as his own, regardless of the environment in which it is being heard, be it bebop, hardbop, New Orleans R & B or funk." - Jazz Times NEA …
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 …
Enjoy a remarkable course that takes you through Historic Sleepy Hollow’s treasured sights including a stretch along the Hudson River with views of the Headless Horseman Bridge, Sleepy Hollow Cemetery and the Old Dutch Church. You never know what might be lurking on the course in Sleepy Hollow… Registration is limited, costumes encouraged but not …
Lyndhurst will be open the two weekends before Halloween with an “Explore at Your Own Pace” event--Spirited Mansion Weekend. Visitors can walk through the mansion without a guided tour, view the seasonal decorations at their own pace, and take in the wonders of the historic mansion. You will see the majestic vestibule and entrance hall, …
Lyndhurst, one of America’s finest Gothic Revival mansions, overlooks the Hudson River in Tarrytown, NY. The estate was shaped for more than a century by three families and their staff: The Pauldings, The Merritts, and the Goulds. Their influence is evident in the expansion of the main house from a country villa to a Gothic mansion, …
Soak up the beauty of this 174-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 …
Perfect for first-time guests, this one-hour tour covers two floors and treats visitors to a rare glimpse of the lavish decorative arts and furniture left to Lyndhurst by previous owners all while decorated with the splendor of the Fall Season! The tour, which lasts an hour, visits approximately 16 rooms and involves climbing one staircase. …
At this family-friendly happening, visitors can tour Washington Irving’s house—decorated for the season—watch an original shadow puppet short film, and enjoy games on the lawn. A special exhibit highlights how "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" has lived in the imagination of popular culture through the centuries since its publication. 2023 Select Dates: September 15 - November 5.
Built between 1906 and 1913, Kykuit was home to four generations of the Rockefeller family. In 2023 the site will be open for guided walking tours Friday-Sunday from May 12-October 1; and Wednesday-Monday between October 4-November 12. Also open Memorial Day, July 3 & 4, Labor Day, and Columbus Day. There are three distinct Kykuit …
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, …
18 miles north of New York City, high on a bank along The Hudson River sits The Armour-Stiner (Octagon) House. Built in 1860, this enigmatic, eight-sided, domed landmark is the pride of the Village of Irvington, in the heart of Sleepy Hollow Country. During the month of October, The Octagon House celebrates the Halloween season …
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, …
The Legend Cirque is back by popular demand for a second season. Step into the magic of the Big Top and witness The Legend of Sleepy Hollow come to life in a haunting display of acrobatic feats. Ichabod Crane and Brom Bones compete for Katrina Van Tassel's hand, and the Headless Horseman returns in a …
Soak up the beauty of this 174-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 …
Festivities begin at 3:00 pm and continue into the evening. Nyack’s Main Street and South Broadway will be closed for the day’s celebrations. The parade will step off promptly at 5:30 pm.Hosted by the Nyack Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Nyack, the Nyack Halloween parade is the biggest outside New York City, second …
Her ship went down in flames, but the Lady in White returned to the Octagon House and still waits for her lover to find her there. Based on the 1956 Carl Carmer tale “The Ghost of the River Octagon”, your visit with The Spirit of the Octagon House will take you through the rooms of …
The 20th annual Village of Tarrytown Halloween Parade steps off at 5:30 pm from Patriot's Park. March south along Broadway to Tarrytown's Main Street. Block party to follow on Main Street: DJ and live music, outdoor dining, performers, and much more! This parade is festive and fun for the whole family. Viewing along the the …
Join master illusionists Mark Clearview and Nick Wallace 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 André, and the Headless Horseman himself! Once …
Hulda's Night at Rockefeller State Park Preserve is like nothing else you've ever experienced. Step back in time on this very special night in the woods of the real Sleepy Hollow! You walk through the gathering gloom, your path lit only by lanterns. The dark woods surround you as the chill night air settles in. Your …
You’ve experienced the splendor of the Lyndhurst Mansion during the day, but have you seen it draped in candlelight? Come experience the history of the Mansion and explore Victorian lore in the glow of an October evening—Lyndhurst After Dark! Timed entry into the Mansion allows visitors to experience the house as it is decorated in …
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. New for 2023, see the twirling pumpkin Ferris wheel …
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.