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Earth Day & Weekend Play
Featuring MORE Festivals, Flower Fields, Live Music & Feel-Good Community Fun!

Welcome to the Westchester Weekly!
Earth Day has arrived, and Westchester is celebrating in all the best ways – outdoors, in bloom, and full of life. This weekend is your excuse to step outside, soak up the fresh spring air, and reconnect with everything that makes this season so special.
Across the county, you’ll find vibrant Earth Day festivals, colorful flower fields, bustling markets, and hands-on activities for all ages. Pair that with live music, comedy shows, food events, and high-energy performances, and you’ve got a weekend that strikes the perfect balance between lively and laid-back.
Whether you’re wandering through daffodils, catching a show, cheering at a game, or just enjoying a sunny afternoon with friends and family, this is Westchester at its springtime best.
Let’s get into it!
🌎 In this issue:
🌸 Earth Day festivals, eco-events & outdoor celebrations
🎶 Live music, comedy shows & can’t-miss performances
🎡 Carnivals, games & family-friendly fun
🌼 Flower festivals, markets & scenic spring outings
🍗 Food crawls, tastings & community gatherings
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🧺 Family-Friendly Fun

Celebrate Earth Day at Green Ossining’s annual festival, a lively waterfront gathering packed with live music, eco-friendly vendors, hands-on activities, and all things sustainability!
🌎 Green Ossining’s 16th Annual Earth Day Festival
Louis Engel Waterfront Park | Ossining | April 25 | More
A full-on celebration of the planet with music, activities, local vendors, and hands-on fun. Kids can explore, learn, and play while picking up easy, feel-good ways to care for the Earth – all wrapped in a lively, community festival vibe!
⚽ Westchester SC vs. Portland Hearts of Pine
Memorial Field | Mount Vernon | April 25 | More
Fast-paced action, big goals, and nonstop energy. Whether your kid is a soccer fanatic or just loves a good crowd, this is an easy win for a fun night out!
🎡 Jefferson Valley Mall Carnival
Jefferson Valley Mall | Yorktown Heights | Through April 26 | More
Bright lights, spinning rides, carnival games, and classic treats – this is peak spring fun. From kiddie rides to thrill rides (and plenty of snacks in between), it’s the kind of outing kids will be talking about all week.
🌼 Daffodil Day Spring Festival
Honey Bee Grove Flower Farm | Somers | April 26 | More
Fields of blooming daffodils, fresh air, and pure spring magic. Wander, pick flowers, snap photos, and let kids run free in a setting that feels straight out of a storybook!
🍻 Activities for Adults

Tony-nominated vocalist Ann Hampton Callaway brings warmth, wit, and stunning interpretations of the American Songbook to the Emelin Theatre for a night of pure vocal elegance and jazz-infused charm!
🎭 Death of a Salesman (Harrison Players)
Veterans Memorial Hall | Harrison | April 23-26 | More
A timeless classic brought to life on a local stage. Powerful, emotional, and a great pick for theater lovers.
😂 Westchester Comedy Club @ Rye
Rye Grill & Bar | Rye | April 23 | More
An intimate comedy night with a stacked lineup full of big laughs in a laid-back setting.
🎸 Best of The Eagles
Paramount Hudson Valley Theater | Peekskill | April 24 | More
All the classics, all night. A high-energy tribute packed with iconic hits everyone knows.
🥁 Baklava Express
Jazz On Main | Mount Kisco | April 24 | More
A lively blend of global sounds and rhythms – upbeat, unique, and perfect for a fun night out.
😂 An Evening with Eli Castro
ArtsWestchester | White Plains | April 24 | More
Sharp, relatable, and full of personality – a comedy set that keeps the energy high from start to finish.
🌟 Glow-in-the-Dark Pickleball Party
Sportime | Yorktown | April 24 | More
Neon lights, music, and a twist on game night. Competitive, social, and just plain fun!
🎤 Ann Hampton Callaway Live
Emelin Theatre | Mamaroneck | April 24 | More
Smooth vocals and timeless style to cap off an elegant night of jazz and cabaret!

🍗 Downtown White Plains Wing Walk
Downtown White Plains | White Plains | April 25 | More
Taste your way through the city’s best wings. Casual, social, and deliciously competitive.
🎨 Opening Reception: Finding the Center & Made in Earnest
Clay Art Center | Port Chester | April 25 | More
A fresh art opening with contemporary ceramics and creative energy – perfect for an easy cultural night.
🎶 America, 250 Years in Word & Song
The Manor Club | Pelham Manor | April 25 | More
A musical journey through history – storytelling, performance, and patriotic flair.
🎸 Johnny Feds
Carmine's | Elmsford | April 25 | More
High-energy live music with a local feel: a great pick for a fun, no-frills night out.
😂 Anthony Rodia Live
The Capitol Theatre | Port Chester | April 25 | More
Fast-paced, hilarious, and wildly relatable – expect a packed house and nonstop laughs.

🇵🇷 Puerto Rican Arts Weekend: Artisan Fair + Music & Dance
ArtsWestchester | White Plains | April 25 | More
A vibrant celebration of culture with live performances, art, and community energy.
🎤 Billy Gardell – The Less Is More Tour
Paramount Hudson Valley Theater | Peekskill | April 25 | More
Big personality, bigger laughs. A polished stand-up set from a comedy favorite.
🎶 Three American Troubadours
Tarrytown Music Hall | Tarrytown | April 25 | More
A songwriter’s night packed with storytelling, acoustic sounds, and laid-back vibes.
📚 Puerto Rican Arts Weekend: Literary Day
ArtsWestchester | White Plains | April 26 | More
A more reflective side of the celebration – literature, storytelling, and cultural connection.
🦅 Wings Over Wave Hill
Wave Hill | Bronx | April 26 | More
See birds of prey up close in a stunning garden setting – equal parts educational and awe-inspiring.
🎸 An Evening with John Butler (with Band)
The Capitol Theatre | Port Chester | April 26 | More
A genre-blending live show with incredible musicianship – dynamic, soulful, and immersive.
📖 Shine a Light: Book Talk with Bob Spitz
Jacob Burns Film Center | Pleasantville | April 26 | More
An engaging conversation with a renowned author – perfect for book lovers and curious minds alike.
🌡️ Weather Report

☀️ Weekend Weather at a Glance
Friday (Apr 24): 🌤️ Mild with increasing clouds – High ~64°F / Low ~48°F – A pretty comfortable start with a mix of sun and clouds; not quite warm, not quite cool – just solid, easy spring weather!
Saturday (Apr 25): 🌧️ Showers likely – High ~60°F / Low ~46°F – A bit of a damp one with periods of rain moving through; not a total washout, but expect on-and-off showers and gray skies.
Sunday (Apr 26): ⛅ Partly sunny and cooler – High ~58°F / Low ~42°F – Clearing out nicely with a slight chill in the air; a fresher, more classic April finish to the weekend!
Thanks for reading!
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— Ethan & The Westchester Weekly team
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