Top Free Events to Enjoy in Westchester This June
- Jennifer Medley
- May 28
- 4 min read
June is here, and with it comes the beginning of summer fun all across Westchester County! As a local parent, I’m always on the lookout for events that keep my kids entertained and don’t cost a fortune. Thankfully, Westchester delivers with a lineup of fabulous free festivals, fairs, and cultural celebrations that are perfect for the whole family. Here’s a round-up of the best free events this June in Westchester — pack your sunscreen and get ready to make some memories!
Date: June 1st
Time: 10:00am-5:00pm
Location: 50 Main Street, Tarrytown
Stroll through charming downtown Tarrytown and explore over 75 arts & crafts vendors, enjoy live music, delicious food, face painting, a cartoonist, and even a performance by Witches Along the Hudson. It’s a great kickoff to the season with something for everyone in the family!
Date: June 1st & 22nd
Time: 12:00-6:00pm
Location: Kensico Dam Plaza, 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla
Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of various cultures as part of a series of cultural festivals hosted by Westchester Parks throughout the summer! The Albanian Festival will take place on June 1st, followed by the African-American Festival on June 22nd. Experience the vibrant traditions of both cultures with live music, food, vendors, and performances. Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs and settle in for a day of celebration and community! These events are not just festivals; they are opportunities to learn, appreciate, and engage with the beautiful diversity that enriches our community. For more details and a full list of dates, check out our writeup on the festival series!
Date: June 7th
Time: 11:00am-5:00pm
Location: 191 South Greeley Avenue, Chappaqua
This sweet tradition has been running for 88 years and features strawberry shortcake (of course!), live music, games, a bounce castle, a slime bar, a petting zoo, and local vendors. A classic summer vibe in the heart of Chappaqua!
Date: June 7th
Time: 6:00-9:00pm, pre-event from 3:45-5:45pm
Location: Wharburton Ave, Hastings-on-Husdon
The Hastings community is uniting to celebrate Pride with a march, a live concert, and a variety of family-friendly activities, including a giant rainbow slide, face painting, spray paint art, kids' craft activities, dancing, community quiltmaking, a scavenger hunt, temporary tattoos, and games. The festivities kick off with a pre-event at Good Witch from 3:45 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., featuring family banner-making and a march to Warburton at 5:45 p.m. led by the Brass Queens. The main event at the VFW Plaza will feature a live concert, vendors, and rainbow cookie decorating.
Date: June 5th-8th
Time: 6:00-10:00pm on June 5th & 6th, 11:00am-10:00pm on June 7th, 11:00am-6:00pm on June 8th
Location: Wampus Brook Park, 41 Wampus Avenue, Armonk
The 49th Annual Fol-de-Rol Fair and Market in the Park, organized by the Armonk Lions Club, is a beloved tradition in Armonk, offering entertainment for all ages. The event features rides, games, crafts, a petting zoo, fun races, live music, plenty of local vendors, and even a car and pet parade!
Date: June 14th
Time: 11:00am-5:00pm
Location: Mamaroneck Avenue & Court Street, White Plains
Celebrate freedom, culture, and community at this powerful and joyful event! Enjoy a parade, music, food, and activities that highlight African American culture and achievements. For a full list of Juneteenth events around Westchester, click here.
Date: June 15th & 29th
Time: 11:00am-2:00pm
Location: 8000 Mall Walk, Yonkers
Let your little artists shine! Kids can participate in free, hands-on art classes with professional teaching artists and take home their own masterpiece — all part of Cross County Center’s Summer Fest.
Date: June 15th
Time: 12:00-3:00pm
Location: 51 Route 100, Katonah
Truck and tractor lovers — this one’s for you! Get up close and personal with the machines that make the farm run. It’s educational and a total blast for kids who love all things big and loud.
Date: June 21st
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
Location: 51 Route 100, Katonah
Celebrate pollinators with local beekeepers! This sweet (literally) event offers bee-themed kid activities, talks, and vendors with honey and bee-related products. This is a fun way to welcome summer and learn about nature with the whole family.
Date: June 22nd
Time: 10:00am-7:00pm
Location: 8000 Mall Walk, Yonkers
Bring your little ninjas for a high-energy day on a mobile ninja course. Kids can jump, climb, and swing their way through fun physical challenges — totally free and tons of fun!
Date: June 22nd
Time: 11:00am-5:00pm
Location: Court Street between Main Street & Martine Avenue, White Plains
Celebrate Puerto Rican heritage with vibrant music, live bomba drumming and dancing, delicious food, crafts, performances by the Carlos Jimenez Mambo Orchestra, and a parade led by the festive vejigante, a traditional Puerto Rican character associated with carnivals. A joyful day of culture, family, and fun!
Date: June 26th-July 5th
Time: 6:45-11:30pm
Location: Harbor Island Park, Mamaroneck
Experience 10 days of celebration at the Mamaroneck Fire Department's Carnival, which includes a parade, traditional carnival rides, and a spectacular fireworks finale at Harbor Island Park. The fireworks show is set for July 4th, with a rain date on July 5th.
Final Thoughts
June in Westchester is bursting with free family fun. Whether you’re dancing at a Pride parade, tasting strawberry shortcake, or buzzing with bees at the farm, there’s no shortage of joyful, community-centered events to enjoy. Which ones will you be adding to your calendar?
Let us know in the comments or tag us in your adventures — happy summer, Westchester families!
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