Festivals, fairs and more in the Lower Hudson Valley, NY, July 12-14
Video: Nyack Famous Street Fair 2018
A view of the Nyack Famous Street Fair with hundreds of vendors on Main Street and Broadway, July 8, 2018.
Tania Savayan, Rockland/Westchester Journal News
As one of the most ethnically diverse regions in the country, nothing illustrates the cultural richness of the Lower Hudson Valley better than the variety of events taking place this summer.
Just last month, we celebrated Juneteenth, Pride, and the Puerto Rican Day Parade—events and celebrations that represent just a fraction of the cultures that make this region so special. Check out the festivals and fun events happening this weekend.
This annual festival features live Italian and American music and entertainment such as an outdoor dance floor, games for children, an espresso bar and an air-conditioned casino, as well as a wide selection of Italian food and desserts.
Admission to this event is free.
When: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., Friday, July 12; 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday, July 13; 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday, July 14.
Where: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 92 South Lexington Avenue, White Plains.
For more informations: View the event webpage at sjeolmc.org/events/annual-festa-italiana.
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More than 500 Native American artists, educators, singers, dancers and theater groups from across the Americas will participate in the Bear Mountain Native American Celebration at Harriman State Park. Highlights include artist booths selling crafts and jewelry, authentic cuisine such as buffalo burgers and opportunities to interact with representatives from the Lakota, Navajo, Mohawk, Seneca, Cherokee, Aztec, Mayan, Samoan, Hawaiian and many others.
Ticket prices start at $10 and vary based on age and group size. Visit the event website for more information.
When: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, July 13th and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday, July 14th.
Where: Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, Harriman State Park, Palisades Interstate Parkway, Bear Mountain.
For more informations: Check out the event website at bit.ly/463bt8G.
A celebration of Global Climbing Day in Walhalla
The North Face and Movement Climbing Gyms have teamed up to celebrate Global Climbing Day. The local Movement Climbing Gym in Valhalla in Westchester is participating, offering free climbing, gear rentals and introductory classes.
Admission to this event is free.
When: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, July 13th.
Where: 1 Commerce Street, Valhalla.
For more informations: Contact Movement Valhalla by phone at 914-328-7625.
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Join Piermont Village for the annual Bastille Day celebration, which celebrates French history and culture. The celebration includes a costume party, a reenactment of the Storming of the Bastille, music, food, shopping and children’s activities.
Admission to this event is free.
When: Noon to 10 p.m., Saturday, July 13. (Piermont Historical Society presentations will be from noon to 5 p.m.)
Where: Village of Piermont, 478 Piermont Avenue. (Piermont Historical Society presentations are held in front of the Village Hall.)
For more informations: Visit the Explore Rockland website events page at bit.ly/3XWB15r or learn more on Facebook.
The famous street festival in Nyack
This shopping and dining event is ideal for anyone who enjoys browsing on a summer day. More than 300 exhibitors from four states bring a wide variety of goods such as handmade pottery and jewelry, garden items and home accessories, and plenty of food trucks selling everything from empanadas to Italian food to egg creams.
Admission to this event is free.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, July 14.
Where: 100 Main Street, Nyack.
For more informations: Go to visitnyack.org/event/nyack-famous-street-fair-3.
A neo-soul tribute concert in White Plains
R&B fans should not miss this event. The Highline String Quartet will play candlelit renditions of songs by artists such as Prince, Alicia Keys, Sade, SZA, Boyz II Men, Frank Ocean and many other neo-soul classics.
Ticket prices start at $31.50 and vary depending on seating. Visit the event website for more information.
When: 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday, July 13th.
Where: Theater company, 1 North Broadway, White Plains.
For more informations: Check out the event website at bit.ly/3S4xazp.
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