This fall, JazzFest White Plains returns with a bold, artist-driven lineup that reflects the vitality of jazz today. The five-day festival taking place across numerous locations throughout White Plains, presents 19 performances from legendary artists, contemporary innovators and emerging voices, including five GRAMMY Award-winners and nominees.
musicFREEWestchester Children’s Museum · Rye
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. Held at Westchester Children’s Museum, this free music session is designed for young children to explore rhythm and sound through guided play.
From $14Westchester Children’s Museum · Rye
Interactive class featuring scarves, shakers, puppets, and more. Drop-in / 20 minutes at Westchester Children’s Museum.
From $14Westchester Children’s Museum · Rye
Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud. Drop-in / 15 minutes at Westchester Children’s Museum.
From $24Van Cortlandt Manor · Croton-on-Hudson
The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze returns to Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson. The gourd-geous event features more than 7,000 hand-carved, illuminated jack o’lanterns arranged in jaw-dropping shapes, including dinosaurs and a carousel. Guests take a self-guided walk through the display and can stop at the Gourd & Goblet Tavern or the Headless Horseman Hideaway for spooky sips and haunting visits from the Horseman himself. The event takes place nightly from Sept. 18-Nov. 8, 2026. For tickets and additional information, visit: https://hudsonvalley.org/events/blaze/
movementFREEWhite Plains Public Library · White Plains
Our program for our youngest patrons and their caregivers featuring songs, lapsit play, rhymes and more. Tickets available starting at 10:30, first-come, first-served.
outdoorFREEWhite Plains Public Library · White Plains
Can you tell an eagle from an egret? This beginner-friendly introduction to birding helps participants build confidence in identifying birds in the field. Learn essential tools, helpful resources, and practical tips—then put your skills to the test together. This project is made possible in part with support from the Westchester Library System through a Strategic Partnership Grant from Con Edison.
artFREEWhite Plains Public Library · White Plains
Drop in to create a sculpture using the materials provided; each month we will be using a different medium! September = Bird Nest Sculptures
musicYWCA - White Plains · White Plains
Teacher: Mila Barrett · 12-week session. Music for 1's is a multi-week series at YWCA - White Plains from Green Room Music.