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Activities to Enjoy

Outdoor Winter Adventures

  • Set atop a hill, Faraway Farm (Yorktown Heights) is home to Huacaya Alpacas, known for their soft, colorful fleece. Visitors can book a tour to meet these animals and learn about their care and history, all in a scenic countryside setting. Appointments required.
     
  • Explore the African American Heritage Trail, a collection of historic sites honoring the impactful contributions of African Americans in shaping America’s story. This evolving initiative highlights significant locations across Westchester, celebrating the actions and experiences that have shaped the County’s rich history.
     
  • Beginning January 5, go howling with the wolves, while learning about their biology and preservation, at the Wolf Conservation Center. For a unique Valentine's Day activity, join one of the adults only Winter Howls to enjoy wine and snacks before taking a short hike at dusk to visit the wolves. 
     
  • Experience Westchester’s vibrant ice-skating scene, with popular indoor rinks like Ebersole Ice Rink (White Plains), Edward J. Murray Memorial Skating Center (Yonkers), Hommocks Park Ice Rink (Larchmont), The Ice Hutch (Mount Vernon), Playland Ice (Rye) and Westchester Skating Academy (Elmsford). For outdoor skating, enjoy the scenic settings at Sal J. Prezioso Mountain Lakes Park (North Salem), Twin Lakes Park (Eastchester), Wampus Pond Park (Armonk) and Willson’s Woods Park (Mount Vernon).
     
  • Witness the majestic sight of bald eagles during their winter migration at Teatown's 21st Annual Hudson River EagleFest on February 1 at Croton Point Park (Croton-on-Hudson).
     
  • For scenic winter hikes, Cranberry Lake Preserve (North White Plains) is a 190-acre preserve of unspoiled forest and wetlands that includes a lake, trails and boardwalks. Meanwhile, Ward Pound Ridge in White Plains, covering 4,315 acres, stands as Westchester's largest park, featuring extensive wooded trails perfect for both cross-country skiing and snowshoeing enthusiasts.
     
  • For a sweet experience, visit Muscoot Farm (Katonah) for Maple Sugaring workshops, where visitors will learn the essentials of maple sugaring – from identifying sugar maples and tapping techniques to transforming sap into syrup.

 

Indoor Activities

  • Warm up with the arts and reserve your seats to see Broadway and entertainment icon, Patti LuPone, perform an array of songs on January 31 at Tarrytown Music Hall. On February 21, Chazz Palminteri takes the stage to perform the one-man stage play, A Bronx Tale.  
     
  • For days when it is just too cold to enjoy the snowy outdoors, Monster Mini Golf Yonkers (Yonkers) features 18 holes of glow-in-the-dark mini golf plus a mini bowling and arcade of games including air hockey.
     
  • Recognized as one of the nation’s premier art houses, movie buffs can visit The Jacob Burns Film Center (Pleasantville), where the newest independent films, foreign cinema, documentaries and curated series are showcased regularly.
     
  • Grand Prix New York Racing & Entertainment (Mount Kisco) offers thrilling indoor fun for all ages. With high-speed go-kart racing, bowling, arcade games, and more, it’s the perfect spot to rev up winter entertainment and enjoy action-packed activities in a family-friendly atmosphere.
     
  • Discover Westchester’s vibrant museum scene: the Hudson River Museum (Yonkers) blends art, history, and science; the Westchester Children’s Museum (Rye) offers interactive exhibits for young explorers; the Katonah Museum of Art (Katonah) showcases diverse global art; and the Neuberger Museum of Art (Purchase) features outstanding collections of modern, contemporary, and African art.
     
  • LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester (Yonkers) is the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground, sparking creativity with endless building adventures and interactive experiences for all ages.
     
  • For a dose of rest and relaxation, visit The Opus Spa – the only full-service luxury spa in Westchester – offering an array of rejuvenating treatments in a lavish setting.

 

Seasonal Bites & Drinks

  • The Westchester Craft Beverage Trail is a free mobile web-based passport guiding visitors to wonderful experiences and tasty beverages, along with enticing offers. Explore Westchester’s thriving craft beverage scene, featuring a variety of options from distilleries to craft breweries, a cidery and even a micro winery. Notable stops include Argonne Rose Brewing (Mohegan Lake), Captain Lawrence Brewing Company (Elmsford), Hardscrabble Cider (North Salem) and Soul Brewing Company (Pleasantville) which was recently awarded a gold medal at the 2024 Great American Beer Festival® Competition.
     
  • New year, new eating habits. Warm or cold, packed with protein or leafy greens, grain bowls offer hearty and healthy goodness that everyone can enjoy. The Granola Bar of Rye (Rye) may specialize in granola, but there are plenty of savory options to go around. Grass Roots Kitchen (Tarrytown) is a popular spot amongst visitors and locals, Stephen’s Green (Tuckahoe) features a California Chicken menu item, a must-try for grain bowl fanatics and Green Life (Mamaroneck) offers a variety of healthy options.
     
  • The newly opened Peekeasy (Peekskill), inspired by its city’s name and styled with a Great Gatsby theme, is the perfect spot to cozy up with a cocktail this winter.


Where to Stay

  • The Abbey Inn & Spa (Peekskill) is offering a Wellness Escape package including overnight accommodations, dinner for two at Apropos Restaurant and a $100 credit to the Abbey Spa and a Theater Lover Package where guests receive accommodations, complimentary valet service and a gift certificate toward a show at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater. 
     
  • Westchester Marriott (Tarrytown) is an ideal base for exploring the region, offering comfortable accommodations just moments from popular events and attractions. Guests can enjoy convenient access to local dining, shopping, and entertainment, making it a top choice for visitors to Westchester.
     
  • Bedford Post Inn offers 8 distinctive and luxurious rooms, a yoga studio, and two distinct restaurants. For extra pampering, pair your stay with an in-room massage. 
     
  • Tarrytown House Estate, a 19th-century gem on 26 scenic acres, blends historic elegance with modern comfort. This Westchester retreat is home to Goosefeather, the acclaimed restaurant by Chef Dale Talde, known for its seasonal Cantonese cuisine. Treat yourself and that special someone to the Romance on the Hudson package including accommodations, a box of Fritz Knipschildt’s chocolates and a bottle of Rosé or Cabernet Sauvignon.


Itineraries for every interest

From seasonal getaways that let you explore the best of Westchester to one-day, one-town excursions, we’ve created itinerary suggestions for every interest and travel style.
 

Farmers Markets

Visit a farmers market for great, fresh and locally produced and harvested food, including produce, meat and fish, baked goods, dairy and prepared food. 

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In the Arts

Check out ArtsWestchester’s Top 5 Arts Picks weekly for new arts events and cultural happenings throughout Westchester.

 

Virtual Activities