Get ready for a busy weekend in Yonkers and surrounding areas! We've got Lunar New Year celebrations, planetarium shows at the Hudson River Museum, and fun workshops happening Saturday and Sunday, Feb 28th and March 1st, 2026.
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A Musical Tribute To The Legends of Motown featuring Emilie Surtees
Riverfront Library
Enjoy a free, all-ages concert right downtown on Saturday afternoon.
Little Skywatchers: A Cosmic Adventure (Planetarium Show)
Hudson River Museum
An indoor planetarium show perfect for 3 to 8-year-olds on either Saturday or Sunday.
Balloon Buddies
Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library
A free, quick, and fun balloon event for all ages Saturday morning.
· February 28
6: Celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Hudson River Museum! Since this is a one-day cultural event on Saturday, make sure you carve out time to attend.It's a specific, one-day cultural celebration happening right in Yonkers on Saturday.
A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO THE LEGENDS OF MOTOWN FEATURING EMILIE SURTEESFREE : Catch a fantastic, free concert at the Riverfront Library featuring Motown legends covered by Emilie Surtees. This is a great, easy activity right downtown.It's free, live music appropriate for all ages happening downtown on Saturday afternoon.
FREE : Head down south for a free Saturday science session focused on the brain. Even though it's not Yonkers, it's a highly focused, free option for science-loving kids.It's a free, dedicated science event on Saturday.
FREE FACE PAINTING AT STEW LEONARD'SFREE : If you are planning a grocery run on Saturday, stop by Stew Leonard's for free face painting! This is a fun, easy stop right in Yonkers.It's free entertainment right in Yonkers on Saturday, perfect for a quick stop.
FREE : Westchester families are invited to this free expo in the Bronx on Saturday afternoon. It’s a great chance to look into schools while kids enjoy activities.It's a free event happening Saturday afternoon just south of Yonkers that explicitly welcomes Westchester families.
BALLOON BUDDIESFREE : Stop by the Port Chester Library on Saturday for free balloon art! This is a short, free event that is always a hit with kids of all ages.It's free, family-friendly entertainment happening Saturday morning at the library.
· March 1
6: Get creative and make art together at the Hudson River Museum. This family workshop runs all weekend, so Sunday is a perfect time if Saturday is busy.Hands-on art activity happening on both weekend days at a top local museum.
THE STINKY CHEESE MAN & OTHER FAIRLY STUPID TALES : Catch a fun theatre performance based on popular children's books near Yonkers on Sunday morning. This is perfect for elementary-aged kids.It's a dedicated children's theatrical performance happening Sunday.
MEET "THE CAT IN THE HAT"FREE : If you love Dr. Seuss, head over to Books & Greetings on Sunday afternoon to meet The Cat in the Hat! This is a quick, free meet-and-greet event.It's a rare character appearance on Sunday afternoon and it's free.
: If you are celebrating Purim, check out this carnival in Dobbs Ferry on Sunday morning. Great way to get the family out early!It's a specific community carnival celebrating Purim happening Sunday morning.
: A Purim celebration that focuses on gaming! This event at Temple Israel Center on Sunday is geared toward the 12 and under crowd, perfect for pre-teens.It combines a holiday event with video games, appealing directly to older kids.
: If you want an impressive outing, head to the NY Botanical Garden for their Orchid Show on Sunday. It’s a visually stunning experience for everyone.This show is running both days, making Sunday an excellent time to visit this major nearby attraction.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4: Take your young ones on a stellar journey with this planetarium show perfectly tailored for the little crowd. It's a great way to introduce them to space, and it runs Saturday and Sunday.It's a recurring, dedicated planetarium show for younger kids specifically scheduled for both days of the weekend.
: Start your Saturday morning with a quick 15-minute story session at the WCM. You'll need museum admission, but it's a perfect lead-in to more fun there.It's an early morning activity on Saturday perfect for getting the day started at the museum.
: Get those wiggles out with Music & Movement on Sunday morning at the WCM. These short, daily sessions are great for little movers before lunch.This active session is scheduled for Sunday and is part of the daily offerings at the WCM.
FREE : This is a perfect free Saturday morning activity if you have a baby or toddler. Kurt Gallagher leads music time at the Port Chester library.It's free, musical, and specifically targets the under-5 crowd on Saturday morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Yonkers this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) you can find free activities like the 'A Musical Tribute To The Legends of Motown' concert at the Riverfront Library on Saturday, Free Face Painting at Stew Leonard's on Saturday, and 'Balloon Buddies' at the Port Chester Library on Saturday.
What is happening at the Hudson River Museum this weekend?
The Hudson River Museum is hosting the 'Lunar New Year 2026' celebration on Saturday, running the 'Little Skywatchers: A Cosmic Adventure' planetarium show both days, and hosting the 'Family Art Workshop: Frame the Everyday' on both Saturday and Sunday.
Are there any events near Yonkers on Sunday, March 1st?
Yes! Sunday features the Purim Carnival at Greenburgh Hebrew Center, 'The Stinky Cheese Man' show in Mamaroneck, and you can meet 'The Cat in the Hat' at Books & Greetings in the afternoon.
