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💗 Loving Westchester's Weekend Highlights: Fests, Frights & Fireworks

Plus, Westchester SC says goodbye and a "friend & neighbor" says hello

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Wes+Bec Willetts
October 10, 2025

Happy Friday, Westchester!

 

Is a nice, crisp October weekend too much to ask for? After last weekend’s decent impression of summer, it looks like we’re jumping straight to storm season this weekend with a nor’easter expected to hit the east coast, bringing with it heavy wind and rain. The forecast has already postponed one event we’ve really been looking forward to
 the SUP Witches Festival (dozens of witches paddling out on the Hudson in Sleepy Hollow), which has been moved from this Sunday to its October 19 rain date. I guess no amount of potions or spells can keep this storm system away.

 

We have some great indoor event recommendations below that should keep you dry but if you are getting out this weekend and the weather’s getting rough, probably best to check it’s still going ahead, as planned. As always, if we hear that something we’ve recommended has been postponed or cancelled, we’ll do our best to share that info through our Instagram channel.

 

Wherever you find yourself this weekend, we hope it’s a good one. If you check out anything we’ve mentioned below, let us know! We’d love to hear from you!

 

Stay dry and see you Tuesday,

 

Wes+Bec

 

 

In today’s edition:

  • Featured events
 bringing a party to the peace & quiet and Goodhouse is visited by a friend & neighbor.

  • Kid-friendly fun
 the county’s pro soccer team bids farewell to the home crowd and pumpkin pandemonium at Harvest Moon.

  • Grown ups & date nights
 New Rochelle & Rye get their Halloween haunts.

  • Live music beat
 15 gigs to groove to countywide.

  • Eats-chester
 we have the meats? And a request to help beef up our list.

Plus, a message from our partners, QueenBHive & Fallscapers.

 

On that note, if you’d like to chat about advertising with us, shoot us a mail at [email protected]. We love supporting local businesses and events.

 

Let’s go!

💓 The Pulse

Loving Westchester’s Featured Events!

Sat., Oct 11 | Edith Read Wildlife Sanctuary, Rye | 12-5p | Tickets $10, 3 and under FREE

 

Happy 40th anniversary to Edith Read Sanctuary in Rye! The normally tranquil wildlife center set between Playland Lake and the Sound turns party space on Saturday for its Fall Fest with live music, crafts, activities and great local food trucks.

 

đŸ» White Plains Oktoberfest

Sun., Oct 12 | Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains | 1-6p | Day of wristbands $16

 

The party kicks off this Sunday at 1p on Mamaroneck Avenue in White Plains. Revelers can expect German beer, seasonal food & music with competitions along the way. New this year is the kid-friendly Alpine Village with games and activities for the kiddos.

 

Sun., Oct 12 | Goodhouse, Mount Kisco | 6-9p | Tickets details at the link above

 

Lena Hall, Tony Award winner and star of Apple TV’s Westchester-filmed “Your Friends & Neighbors,” drops by Goodhouse in Mount Kisco for Jon Chattman’s A-Sides Acoustic Experience: Songs + Stories + Supper.

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📆 What’s Happening?

 

Kid-friendly Fun!

Fri., Oct 10 - Sun., Oct 12 | Lake Isle Country Club, Eastchester | FREE admission, times vary

 

Eastchester’s Columbus Day festival kicks off today with live music entertainment and carnival attractions. Catch the party all weekend long with meatball and homemade wine competitions, a parade and fireworks show.

 

Sat., Oct 11 - Mon., Oct 13 | Multiple locations across Harrison | Check link for times

 

Did you know Harrison just made Travel+Leisure’s “10 Best Places to Live on the East Coast” list? Check out the festivities this weekend and find out why. Live music, fireworks, a parade, kid’s rides and activities all await.

 

Sun., Oct 12 - Mon., Oct 13 | Harvest Moon Farm & Orchard, North Salem | Entry slots available between 9a-3p | Tickets $25, 3 and under FREE

 

It’s pumpkin patch pandemonium at Harvest Moon this weekend where you’ll have the chance to partake in plenty of pumpkin provisions like pumpkin pie & pumpkin spice lattes. Guests can walk the orchard to live music entertainment and a fun zone.

 

Sun., Oct 12 | Troy’s Nurseries, Bedford | 10.30a-2.30p

 

Troy’s family-friendly fall festival returns with pumpkin painting, face painting, hayrides, games, activities, food trucks and a petting zoo
 all the fall festival essentials!

 

Sun., Oct 12 | The Stadium at Memorial Field, Mount Vernon | 12p

 

Come down and support Westchester SC as they take on FC Naples in their final home game of the season. It’s a Fan Appreciation and Irish Heritage celebration for attendees as they cheer on captain JC Obregón in the USL League 1 scoring chase.

 

Mon., Oct 13 | Shake It Off, Scarsdale | Times & rates vary, check link above

 

Shake It Off is hosting a Halloween themed mini camp for 3-8 year olds with Halloween themed arts & crafts, activities and bounce play, the perfect way to keep your little one occupied this Monday. Costumes encouraged, limited spots remaining.

 

Grown Ups & Date Nights

Fri., Oct 24 | The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester | 8p | Tickets from $79.05

 

We’re proud to partner with Pace Women’s Justice Center (PWJC), the nonprofit providing free legal help to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse right here in Westchester, as they host their biggest fundraiser of the year at The Capitol Theatre.

 

Raising the Bar will feature Grammy Award–winning artists Colbie Caillat and Shawn Colvin, bringing the community together for a night of incredible music, hope, and solidarity. The event helps ensure survivors get the legal support they need to find safety and justice.

 

đŸŽŸïž Want to be there? We’re giving away two tickets to this unforgettable concert! Head to our Instagram this afternoon to enter and help spread the word because your night out can help change someone’s tomorrow.

 

Sat., Oct 11 | German Masonic Park, Tappan (Rockland) | 12-7p | Tickets at the link above

 

Check out the culinary scene west of the Hudson at this year’s Rockland Beer & Food Festival. Guests can jam to live music while enjoying adult beverages from Industrial Arts & Liquid Fables, among others, with a ton of food truck options to soak it all up.

 

Sat., Oct 11 | Emelin Theatre, Mamaroneck | 8p | Tickets $25

 

The Ladies of Laughter comedy show hits the Emelin Theatre stage this Saturday featuring sets from NYC comedy club veterans, Veronica Mosey, Katie Hannigan and Regina Decicco.

 

Sat., Oct 11 | The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester | 8p | Tickets from $56

 

Jam rockers moe. celebrate their 35th anniversary and release of their 14th studio album Circle of Giants with a Saturday night stop at The Capitol Theatre. A portion of all ticket sales go towards Rock The Pink, an effort to end breast cancer.

 

Sat., Oct 11 | The Idea Kitchen, Larchmont | 8p | Tickets from $34.10

 

The award-winning “Comedy From Scratch” returns to Larchmont’s Idea Kitchen featuring sets from actor & comedian Michael Harrison, comedy festival veteran Calvin Cato and host / New York Comedy Festival feature, Ben Asher.

 

đŸ» Yonkers Brewing Co. Oktoberfest

Sat., Oct 11 & Sun., Oct 12 | The Green at Cross County Center, Yonkers | Sat. 1-7p, Sun. 1-5p | FREE admission

 

Head to Yonkers’ Cross County Center this weekend as they host an Oktoberfest beer garden with live music, festive food, dancing, games and more. Prost!

 

đŸ˜± Two Halloween Haunts Open Their Doors


  • Haunt at Wildcliff Mansion
 this highly anticipated haunted walk opens to the public Fri., Oct 10 | 44 Wildcliff Road, New Rochelle | Entry times from 7-10p | Tickets $25

  • Scared by the Sound
 this spooky attraction returns to Rye’s Playland with 12,000 square feet of terror, opening Fri., Oct 10 | Playland Park, Rye | Entry times from 8-10p | Tickets $29

 

đŸ§›â€â™‚ïž Two Cool Seasonal Sleepy Hollow Events Worth Checking Out


  • Goblin Market
 a seasonal craft market featuring local artwork, concoctions, merchandise & poetry spells! | Sat., Oct 11 | Hudson Valley Writers Center, Sleepy Hollow | 10a-2p

  • Songs from the Crypt
 it’s a night of living musicians paying tribute to so many “unliving legends” (Bowie, Sinatra, Lennon, to name a few) | Sat., Oct 11 | Eagles Club, Sleepy Hollow | Doors 6.30p | Tickets $35 online, $40 at the door

 

 

The Beat

Westchester’s Live Music Scene

Thanks to our partner, Fallscapers!

 

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 literally.

 

 

🍔 Eats-chester

 

For the longest time we’ve been collating our favorite burgers in Westchester. While I’m the one to try whatever wild topping is going, our little man, Kai is a plain cheese kid, and honestly, we often find the best versions through his puritanical approach. His only vegetable friend may be a fried potato, but that boy knows his burgers, pizza and ramen!

 

Yes, we’ve seen the lists and the Reddits, and yes, we’ve tried most of what those shouting at you on Instagram have dripping off their chins, or those that have endured the sweat and noise of Man Vs Food or the bleached tips of Diners, Drive Ins and Dives. No, you won’t find many, if any, of them in what we’re about to share. And although most of this comes down to personal taste, what we can tell you is we’ll only share things with you that make us sit back, look at each other and nod. We also want to share a few on our radar with a request that if you have a solid go-to, please reply to this mail so we can make this list one that’s built on community voices.

 

Let’s get to it


 

AJ’s, New Rochelle - We’ve actually only had AJ’s burgers at home, but they are pretty incredible. His Instagram is also legendary. This man knows how to cook a whopper burger.

Goosefeathers, Tarrytown - One of our son’s favorites. Only on their brunch menu. Beautiful.

Press, Scarsdale - New kid on the block with a solid burger game. Truly delicious.

Lulu’s Kitchenette, Pleasantville - We featured Lulu’s recently and have been thinking about going back and getting a burger of our own ever since we tried our son’s.

Village Social - Available in both Mount Kisco and Rye, their Vintage Burger is perfection.

 

Must Try:

Pizzeria La Rosa: We shared this gem with you recently, focused mostly on their pizzas, but we’re itching to try their Thursday burger specials. They look unreal.

Cafe Deux: We’ve heard great things but haven’t had the chance to try!

 

Just so you’re all aware, we’re always scouting places for you. If this little section doesn’t show up once a week it’s either because a) there was just TOO much on and we had to make the space or b) what we tried simply didn’t get the LW seal of approval. After all, for us when we recommend a place to you, it’s the same as telling a good friend.

Thanks for reading Loving Westchester!

 

We’re really enjoying putting this together twice a week and hope you enjoy reading it. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again
 we love to hear from you! You can reach us at [email protected].

 

Check us out on Instagram for additional highlights outside of our normal Tuesday & Friday e-mails and, as always, please send this along to a friend who’s always asking, “What’s going on this weekend?”

 

Until next time,