Fall Fun Guide for Westchester & Hudson Valley Kids

We have all the details you need for making the most out of fall in Westchester and the Hudson Valley, including harvest festivals and hayrides, scenic fall day trips, and the best places to pick apples and pumpkins.

Outhouse Orchards Corn Maze. Photo by Matt Nighswander
Best Fall Events & Activities for Kids
Run wild in the forest obstacle course at Greenburgh Nature Center this fall. Photo courtesy of the center
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The lovely Whiteface Lodge is packed with family-friendly including, including swimming, tennis, skating, hiking, games, and canoeing for a weekend getaway in the heart of the Adirondacks. Photo courtesy of the lodge
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The Great Jack-o'-Lantern Blaze returns to Van Cortlandt Manor for its 19th season in 2023.
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Rockefeller State Park Preserve offers a rainbow of fall foliage to take in during the autumn.
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Pick from a number of apple varieties at Hudson Valley orchards. Photo by Leslie Seaton via Flickr
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For Grandparents' Day or any day, the best gift is more time with grandkids! Photo courtesy of Canva
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Loads of fun for grandkids (and grandparents) of all ages.
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Make an easy and adorable pine cone turkey. Photo courtesy of the website Live Craft Eat
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50 Thanksgiving Crafts, Games, and Activities for Kids and Families
While the turkey is in the oven, set up a few of these Thanksgiving crafts and games.
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Leaf pressing is an easy and fun fall craft that results in some colorful autumn decor.
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Fall Leaf Craft for Preschoolers: How to Leaf Press and Make Cool Leaf Art
Turn those autumn leaves into art projects by learning how to leaf press.
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Woodstock is the perfect fall getaway and just a two-hour drive away. Photo by Diana Kim
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Apple picking, leaf-peeping, museums, farm fun...no wonder we love autumn in the NYC area.
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Pierson's Farm offers a pumpkin patch and plenty more fall fun.
Best Pumpkin Patches in the Hudson Valley for Families
Head to these farms to pick the perfect pumpkin.
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Look for clues as you make your way through the corn maze at Outhouse Orchards. Photo by Sara M.
Corn Mazes in Westchester and the Hudson Valley for Families
Check out corn mazes and more fall fun at these family-friendly farms.
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