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Where the Legend Lives

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    • Headless Horseman Statue
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    • Kykuit
    • Legend Landmarks
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      • Lyndhurst After Dark
      • Sleepy Hollow vs. Salem
    • Octagon House
    • Old Croton Aqueduct Trail
    • Old Dutch Church
    • Philipsburg Manor
    • Rockefeller State Park Preserve 
      • Rocky’s 5K
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    • Dracula and the Theater of Doom
    • Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze
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    • The Horsemen: Sleepy Hollow Haunted House
    • Irving’s Legend
    • Jazz Forum
    • The Legend Cirque
    • Lyndhurst After Dark
    • Oktoberfest
    • Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Special Events
    • Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Tours
    • Sleepy Hollow Haunted Hayride
    • Sleepy Hollow Street Fair
    • The Spirits of Sleepy Hollow Country
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  • See
    • Christ Episcopal Church
    • David Rockefeller Creative Arts Center at Pocantico
    • Headless Horseman Bridge
    • Headless Horseman Statue
    • Historical Society
    • Kykuit
    • Legend Landmarks
    • Lyndhurst
      • Lyndhurst After Dark
      • Sleepy Hollow vs. Salem
    • Octagon House
    • Old Croton Aqueduct Trail
    • Old Dutch Church
    • Philipsburg Manor
    • Rockefeller State Park Preserve 
      • Rocky’s 5K
    • Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
      • Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Special Events
      • Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Tours
    • Sleepy Hollow Lighthouse
    • Sunnyside
    • Union Church of Pocantico Hills
  • Events
    • Events Calendar
    • Halloween in Sleepy Hollow Country
    • Dracula and the Theater of Doom
    • Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze
    • Hulda’s Night at Rockefeller State Park
    • The Horsemen: Sleepy Hollow Haunted House
    • Irving’s Legend
    • Jazz Forum
    • The Legend Cirque
    • Lyndhurst After Dark
    • Oktoberfest
    • Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Special Events
    • Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Tours
    • Sleepy Hollow Haunted Hayride
    • Sleepy Hollow Street Fair
    • The Spirits of Sleepy Hollow Country
    • Tarrytown Halloween Parade
    • Tarrytown Music Hall Ghost Tours
    • Tarrytown Music Hall Shows
  • Shop
    • Apple Picking
    • Farmers Markets
    • Sleepy Hollow Souvenirs
  • Dine
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch and Dinner
    • Drinks
    • Coffee & Tea
    • Sweets
  • Stay
    • Hotels
    • Motels and Budget
    • Inns and Bed & Breakfasts
    • Camping
  • About
    • Sleepy Hollow Country
    • How Charles Dickens Stole Christmas
    • Movies Made Here
    • Directions
A Sleepy Hollow Cemetery walking tour pauses at the gate to Washington Irving's family lot.

Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Tours

A Sleepy Hollow Cemetery lantern tour pauses at the monument of Henry Villard.

Advance tickets are required; no on-site purchase will be available.

The cemetery also hosts a series of September and October special events.


2023 Daytime Guided Tours

• The Original Knickerbocker: Washington Irving & The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Meet the father of the American short story on this one-hour tour!  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, you'll find out why Irving is called the Original Knickerbocker! 2023 Dates: Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. - 12 noon and 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. through Thanksgiving weekend..

• Classic Daytime Tour. Soak up the beauty of this 173-year old cemetery while your guide regales you with stories of the fascinating people resting here in peace. This two-hour daytime walk pays homage to Washington Irving before heading north to visit the final resting places of two-term Chicago Mayor Walter Gurnee, steel titan Andrew Carnegie, oilman William Rockefeller, and much more. Admire beautiful art, architecture and cool cemetery symbolism along the way. This tour gives a great overview of why Sleepy Hollow Cemetery is so famous. 2023 Dates: Saturday and Sundays 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. through Thanksgiving weekend. In October and November also 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon.

For tickets: http://sleepyhollowcemetery.org/walking-tours/


2023 Evening Lantern Tours

• Classic Evening Lantern Tour. 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 resting place of two-term Chicago Mayor Walter Gurnee, and much more. Along the way, admire beautiful art, architecture and cool cemetery symbolism. 2023 Dates: Every Friday and Saturday night in September 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. Daily in October 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., also 10:00 p.m. - 12 midnight on weekends in October through November 11th. Also on select nights in November 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. through Thanksgiving weekend.

• American Aristrocrats. Short on time? Make the most of it and meet the crème de la crème on this one-hour lantern tour! Meet some of the American Aristocrats who shaped our country with their ambitious visions and amassed sizable fortunes in the process. You’ll visit the beautiful monuments of Henry Villard, William Rockefeller, Andrew Carnegie, and other interesting folks during this one-hour lantern tour in the north end of the cemetery. 2023 Dates: to be announced.

For tickets: http://sleepyhollowcemetery.org/walking-tours/


Murder & Mayhem

The true stories on this two-hour lantern tour 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 father before turning the gun on himself, and a daughter who poisoned her mother? If so, then this is the tour for you!

Murder and Mayhem is back and better than ever with a new route - visit a few old favorites and leave with new ones! The truth is always stranger than fiction.

Subject matter is not suitable for children under 18. For the enjoyment of all tour goers, please respect this policy.

2023 Dates: Saturday nights in September 7:30-9:30 p.m. On Thursdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. in October through November 9th, and Saturday nights 6:30-8:30 p.m. through Thanksgiving weekend. Also 9:30-11:30 p.m. on Saturday nights in October through November 11th.

For tickets: http://sleepyhollowcemetery.org/walking-tours/


The Good, the Bad and the Unusual!

Join Sara Mascia and Tara Van Tassell from our local historical society as they dish about several intriguing locals as well as some of our world- famous inhabitants. You can guess who will be good, bad, or unusual! Among the many locals are poet and eccentric Minna Irving, chocolatier William Wallace, and popular neighbor “Uncle” Washington Irving. They will also bring guests to visit some of the individuals who became locals by making Sleepy Hollow their final resting place, such as wealthy industrialist Andrew Carnegie, labor leader Samuel Gompers, a crop of Alexander Hamiltons, and many others all by the light of kerosene lanterns.

2023 Dates: Fridays, September 15th and 22nd from 7:00-9:00 p.m.; Saturday, September 30 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.; Saturday, October 7th from 7:00-9:00 p.m.; Sundays, September 17 and October 8th from 2:00-4:00 p.m.; Sunday, October 29th from 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon.

For tickets: http://sleepyhollowcemetery.org/walking-tours/


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Sat 23
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Event Series

Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour
$50

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series

Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Lantern Tour
$46


Sun 24
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

The Original Knickerbocker Tour
$20

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series

The Original Knickerbocker Tour
$20

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Event Series

Classic Daytime Cemetery Tour
$27.5


Fri 29
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Event Series

Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Lantern Tour
$46


Sat 30
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

The Original Knickerbocker Tour
$20

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Paint a Coffin Plaque with Heather Gleason
$80

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Event Series

The Original Knickerbocker Tour
$20

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Event Series

Classic Daytime Cemetery Tour
$27.5

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Event Series

The Good, the Bad and the Unusual-Cemetery Tour
$46

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Event Series

Murder and Mayhem Walking Tour
$50

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Fresh yellow and green squash at Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market.
September 17 @ 9:00 am - 1:30 pm Event Series

Irvington Farmers Market

Main Street School 101 Main Street, Irvington
Free
September 17 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Event Series

Lyndhurst Tours

Lyndhurst 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown
$18 – $42
10:00 am
September 17 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Event Series

Home of the ‘Legend’

Sunnyside 3 W Sunnyside Lane, Irvington
$15 – $18
A view of the main entranct to Kykuit, the John D. Rockefeller mansion.
September 17 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Kykuit Tours

Philipsburg Manor 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow
$20 – $65
11:00 am
A Sleepy Hollow Cemetery walking tour pauses at the gate to Washington Irving's family lot.
September 17 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series

The Original Knickerbocker Tour

Sleepy Hollow Cemetery South Gate 430 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow
$20
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7:00 pm
A performer with Westchester Circus Arts performs on aerial silks.
September 21 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series

The Legend Cirque

East Parcel 60 Continental Street, Sleepy Hollow
$45 – $50
9:00 am
September 22 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Event Series

Lyndhurst Tours

Lyndhurst 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown
$18 – $42
10:00 am
September 22 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Event Series

Home of the ‘Legend’

Sunnyside 3 W Sunnyside Lane, Irvington
$15 – $18
A view of the main entranct to Kykuit, the John D. Rockefeller mansion.
September 22 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Kykuit Tours

Philipsburg Manor 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow
$20 – $65
6:00 pm
Illuminated pumpkins at Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze in Croton-on-Hudson, New York
September 22 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Event Series

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze

Van Cortlandt Manor 525 S Riverside Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson
$24 – $129
+ 7 More
8:00 am
Fresh produce from Berry Brook Farm at Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market.
September 23 @ 8:30 am - 1:30 pm Event Series

TaSH Farmers Market

Patriots Park Patriots Park, Tarrytown
Free
9:00 am
September 23 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Event Series

Lyndhurst Tours

Lyndhurst 635 South Broadway, Tarrytown
$18 – $42
10:00 am
September 23 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Event Series

Home of the ‘Legend’

Sunnyside 3 W Sunnyside Lane, Irvington
$15 – $18
A view of the main entranct to Kykuit, the John D. Rockefeller mansion.
September 23 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Kykuit Tours

Philipsburg Manor 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow
$20 – $65
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Sat 23

9:00 am - 1:30 pm Event Series

Irvington Farmers Market

Fresh yellow and green squash at Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market.
September 17 @ 9:00 am - 1:30 pm Event Series

Irvington Farmers Market

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 …

Free
9:30 am - 4:00 pm Event Series

Lyndhurst Tours

September 17 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Event Series

Lyndhurst Tours

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 …

$18 – $42
10:00 am - 4:30 pm Event Series

Home of the ‘Legend’

September 17 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Event Series

Home of the ‘Legend’

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 …

$15 – $18
+ 7 More
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series

The Legend Cirque

A performer with Westchester Circus Arts performs on aerial silks.
September 21 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Event Series

The Legend Cirque

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 …

$45 – $50
9:30 am - 4:00 pm Event Series

Lyndhurst Tours

September 22 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Event Series

Lyndhurst Tours

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 …

$18 – $42
10:00 am - 4:30 pm Event Series

Home of the ‘Legend’

September 22 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Event Series

Home of the ‘Legend’

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 …

$15 – $18
10:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Kykuit Tours

A view of the main entranct to Kykuit, the John D. Rockefeller mansion.
September 22 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Event Series

Kykuit Tours

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 …

$20 – $65
+ 7 More
8:30 am - 1:30 pm Event Series

TaSH Farmers Market

Fresh produce from Berry Brook Farm at Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market.
September 23 @ 8:30 am - 1:30 pm Event Series

TaSH Farmers Market

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, …

Free
9:30 am - 4:00 pm Event Series

Lyndhurst Tours

September 23 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Event Series

Lyndhurst Tours

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 …

$18 – $42
10:00 am - 4:30 pm Event Series

Home of the ‘Legend’

September 23 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Event Series

Home of the ‘Legend’

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 …

$15 – $18
+ 15 More
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