Family events in White Plains, NY

Stop by for Free Play at Will with toys and coloring activities designed for kids ages 0 to 5. It is a drop-in event with no registration required.

Kids in grades K through 6 can join Reading Buddies for a short, supportive reading session with trained teen volunteers. It’s designed to help build confidence and reading skills. Registration is required, and sign-ups open at 3:00 PM on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Summer nights come alive with free live music at the Yonkers Waterfront Live Concert Series. Enjoy performances from live bands with waterfront views in a family-friendly setting. The lineup is to be determined, with this summer’s acts to be announced. This series is ideal for fans of live music, free concerts, and seasonal events in Yonkers.

Low lighting, a pumped-up playlist, and vivid effects transform the rink into a lively party on ice. Glide a few laps with friends, take breathers between tracks, and settle into the groove for the whole session. The vibe is relaxed yet energetic, and each visit feels fresh, making it a standout choice for a weekend night with your crew.

Join educator-led stargazing for an evening look at the night sky. On clear nights, the observatory roof opens so you can view the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects through a large Celestron telescope. There’s also interactive astronomy space inside, including a walk-up planisphere, a sky-atlas wall for exploring celestial targets, and a warm room with updated astronomy highlights. Pre-registration isn’t required, just drop in.

Enjoy a relaxed Pokémon open play where beginners and veteran Trainers can learn the rules, battle other players, and trade cards in a friendly setting. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and walk-in participation is encouraged. Admission is free.

Enjoy a creative, hands-on introduction to clay with a family friendly workshop led by professional ceramic artists. This session focuses on crafting a chip and dip dish. After a brief demonstration, each participant will build and sculpt their own piece, then add color with glaze. Finished work will be fired at Clay Art Center. An adult is required to participate. Tuition is $40 per person, and each adult and each child must register separately. Adults and children work on their own individual projects. Suitable for ages 6 and up with a parent or guardian.

Come play board games and work on puzzles at the library. There’s no registration required, just drop in and enjoy some family-friendly fun.

A single session pottery wheel experience for families, designed for parents with kids, tweens, or teens who want to try the wheel. Skilled ceramic artists lead step by step instruction as each participant works at their own wheel and learns the fundamentals of wheel throwing. First timers are encouraged, and experience is not required. Open to ages 10 and older when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Price is $58, and the fee covers all supplies and kiln firing.

Join educator-led stargazing with night-sky observing sessions at the Planetarium and Astronomy Center. On clear evenings, the observatory roof is rolled back so visitors can look through a large 14-inch telescope for views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects. The center’s astronomy space includes interactive features like a walk-up planisphere, a sky-atlas wall, and a warm room with regularly updated astronomy highlights, plus time to step outside for firsthand telescope viewing. Pre-registration is not required.

Cross County Center teams up with ArtsWestchester to bring the ArtsMobile on site for free, family-focused art classes. Children take part in interactive lessons guided by a professional teaching artist, exploring creative techniques and creating artwork of their own. Everyone leaves with a personal piece to take home.

Take a swim and enjoy music by the pool at Tibbetts Brook Park. Participation is free, while regular admission and parking rules still apply. This event is open to Westchester County residents only. Plans are weather dependent, and the schedule may change.

Registration is through Stamford Parks & Rec for the i9 Sports Multi-Sport Discovery Program for grades K through 5. This program introduces children to a range of sports in a supportive, safety-focused setting while teaching core fundamentals. Participants try a different sport each day, build confidence, and develop teamwork skills with positive, encouraging coaching.

This summer program offers an immersive dance experience built around a comprehensive curriculum that supports well rounded development. Two tracks are available, one for ages 9 to 15 and another for ages 15 to 22, with consideration for talented younger dancers who demonstrate readiness through an audition. Daily training emphasizes technique to build strength, flexibility, and precise movement, and includes advanced study in pointe, batterie, and barre au sol to refine alignment and core engagement. Beyond the core work, students explore repertoire and performance, partnering through pas de deux, character dance, acrobatics, and conditioning. The schedule also weaves in acting for dancers, art studies related to dance, dance history, and French ballet terminology, along with styles such as hip hop, Afro-Caribbean, and contemporary. The experience is designed to strengthen technique and expand artistic understanding. For details or to register for an audition, call 914-229-3417 or email admin@balletdesameriques.com.

Families can stop by for free play in the Sensory Room during the listed open hours. This is not a drop-off program, and the Sensory Room is not supervised by library staff, so parents or guardians must stay and supervise their children at all times.

Enjoy “Stamford Skies,” a live, narrated planetarium show led by an astronomer with a focus on real-time celestial happenings and your audience questions. The session is designed for all ages and runs about 45 minutes, taking you on an interactive tour through constellations, the solar system, and other space sights in high-definition.

Enjoy a laid-back session of board games and puzzles at the library. Registration is not required, just drop in and play with what’s available.

Bring the family to Dakota’s On The Cove for a special themed trivia session. It’s an outdoor, friendly competition where everyone can join in, including kids and adults. Expect a fun mix of trivia challenges made for all ages.

Families are welcome to drop in and play in the Sensory Room during these free play hours, no reservation needed. Note that this is not a staffed, supervised program, so parents or guardians must actively supervise their children at all times. The event is geared toward babies, toddlers, and kids, and it is not a drop-off activity.

Join Ed Walsh from Friends of Crestwood Library and Volunteens for a friendly chess game session. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced players are all welcome, and the program is set up for intergenerational fun. If you have your library card, you can also check out a book about chess and join the summer reading program.

Get ready for a fun, kid-friendly storytime with stories, songs, and activities. This program is for ages 2 to 6 and requires a ticket. Tickets are available starting at 10:30 AM on a first-come, first-served basis. The event takes place in Galaxy Hall at the White Plains Public Library.

Head to Renaissance Plaza Park for a free classic rock performance featuring Bob & Norm. It’s a great way to enjoy live music outdoors in downtown White Plains.

Kids ages 4 to 10 can explore fossils, dinosaurs, and paleontology at a special program featuring fossil digs, ancient bones, and fun stories about Earth’s prehistoric giants. Tickets are required, and they’re available at the Trove desk starting at 6:00 PM. Space is limited to the first 70 children.

This free concert in the Crawford Park Great Lawn 2026 Summer Series spotlights Ace & Friends Band, recognized as Connecticut’s premier Grateful Dead tribute act. Guests can bring lawn chairs and blankets, pack a picnic or favorite snacks, and enjoy live music beneath the night sky.

Enjoy a free live music night during the Robison Summer Concert Series featuring Captain Jack, the Billy Joel Tribute Band. The concert runs from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Kensico Dam Plaza. Gates open at 6:00 PM, and admission and parking are free. Bring blankets and lawn chairs for general seating, and coolers are permitted.