Phoenix Festival Presents: Barkin/Selissen Project
Friday, October 9, 7 p.m., The Angel Nyack, 18 S Broadway, Nyack
Barkin/Selissen Project presents Stardust Gallery, an evening of contemporary dance that moves between the familiar and the unknown. Click here for tickets
Fifth Annual Songs of Protest
Friday, October 9, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Old Nyack High School Theater, 131 N Midland Ave, Nyack
Celebrating the power of music to change the world featuring a roster of artists including Tom Chapin, The Chapin Sisters, Suzanne Vega, Michael Mark, John Forster, Adam Falcon, Joe D’Urso, Andy Krikun, The Altogether, and more.
Enjoy an inspired and inspiring evening of music and community.
Click here for tickets.
Hopper’s Nyack Flash Sketch Mob
Saturday, October 10, 10 -2 p.m., Edward Hopper House, 82 N Broadway, Nyack
Led by Bill Batson, participants will create dynamic and interpretive new views of Nyack. Centered around the locations from the Edward Hopper House’s Walking Tour, artists of all skill levels will create artworks en masse that capture the streetscape, places, sights and people of the village. This project is rooted in the idea that Edward Hopper artistically responded to his environment capturing both the history and contemporary experience of what he saw – so we encourage you to capture the environment through your own creative contemporary lens, too!
Participants must first PRE-REGISTER online, then check in at 10 a.m. in the Garden at the Edward Hopper House Museum to receive a location assignment. They will then disperse with their own art-making materials to sketch in downtown Nyack and around Hopper’s neighborhood. Participants will return to the Museum between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to scan and share artwork.
Fairy Magic “Crawl”
Saturday, October 10, various times and locations
- Fairytales and Dress up at Homebody Books, 6 Park St, Nyack, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. ($5)
- Fairy Tea and Craft at Glitter Thicket, 88 Burd St, Nyack , 1-3 p.m. (call for prices)
- Posie Bouquet-making and Photo at Iron Rose, 85 S Broadway, Nyack, 3–5 p.m. ($10–15)
Rivertown Film’s Inspired 2026
Saturday, October 10, 7:30 p.m., The Nyack Center, 58 Depew Ave, Nyack
People who create are inspirations to us all. But what inspires them? Find out at Rivertown Film’s INSPIRED. Local artists who work in film and video share the sources of their inspiration, each using ten slides and 20 seconds per slide to explain them.
This year, in honor of Rivertown Film’s 25 anniversary, the artists are all involved in the art of motion pictures.
Join us for a fast-paced night of creativity and enjoy the many ways that artists find inspiration. Doors open at 7:00 PM. The program begins at 7:30 PM. Arrive early for a complimentary dessert buffet and to give yourself time to bid on our silent auction and raffle items. Stay afterward and mingle with the artists.
Click here for tickets.
MCs will be actress and comedian EDY MODICA and her mother, actress and comedian wannabe MARSHA LUSTIG.
The 2026 Inspired Honorees:
Shar Adrias: Filmmaker, dance educator
Pascal Akesson: Lens-based storyteller
Nick Behson: Director, cinematographer, musician
Louis Cancelmi: Actor
Predrag Dubravcic: Photographer, cinematographer
Charles Caster-Dudzick: Artist, filmmaker, production designer
Gina Duncan: CEO of The Moth
Anthony Geathers: Filmmaker, musician, podcast producer
Leni Hanley: Video-maker
Shaunqui Harris: Actor, filmmaker
Mort Korn: Key grip
Beverly Miller: Scenic Artist
Paul Schwartz: Musician, filmmaker
Caitlyn VanderMaas: Filmmaker, educator
Nyack Street Fair
Sunday, October 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Main St and Broadway, Nyack
A perfect way to spend a fall day in historic Nyack located on the Hudson River. This promises to be the ultimate shopping opportunity to start on your holiday shopping list or for that special item for you. The fair highlights over three hundred exhibitors, from four states, with a diverse array of arts & crafts, new retail items, home decor & unique gifts lining downtown.
In addition to the exciting items on display attendees can indulge in a variety of all kinds of food & drinks ranging from Cousins Lobster truck, Thai, empanadas, sausage & peppers, fried fish, Jamaican & Greek foods. Also French, American and the popular NY Soda Jerks truck with old fashion egg creams & more will be there. Nyack’s outdoor cafes will be offering event specials. Music will be playing at the Gazebo. Do not forget to stop by Nyack’s great shops and unique boutiques.
The fair is sponsored by ACADA of Nyack for over 50 years. Held rain or shine. No pets please.
Block Print Workshop
Sunday, October 11, 3-6 p.m., Congers Lake Park, Picnic Area C (Pavillion), 8 Gilchrest Rd, Congers
Enjoy Indian chai, snacks, and music while you create and connect with others.
Visit Arts India for tickets.
Phoenix Festival Presents: As You Like It
Sunday, October 11, 3 p.m., Ross Hand Mansion, 122 S Franklin St, Nyack
Girl meets boy, girl loves boy, boy is disinherited and banished, girl follows, impersonates male love therapist, schools boy in love, boy almost dies in a tiger fight, girl faints, girl reveals she’s not a boy but just a girl in love. Click here for tickets.
Nyack Chamber Releases Business Survey Results
Tuesday, October 13, 7-9 p.m., RCC Culinary Arts Center, 70 Main St, Nyack
Open to the public. Hear the results of our 56 sample survey investigating the business needs of Nyack’s small businesses sponsored by the Nyack Chamber of Commerce and the Lower Hudson Valley Small Business Development Center.
Presented by Dan McConnell advisor small business development center. Refreshments by Rising Above Bakery
Happy Birthday Winnie the Pooh
Wednesday, October 14, 3-5 p.m. and Saturday, October 17, 11 a.m.-noon. No charge. Homebody Books, 6 Park St, Nyack
Tea party and and read-a-loud celebration 100 years of Pooh and friends.
The Dip
Saturday, October 17, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (Check out their DJ Lineup!) Rain date: October 18, 1A Spear Street, Nyack
This Dip is a full day of food trucks, live DJs, and roller skating. Bring your own skates or rent them there. Whether you’re learning, showing off, or just rollin’ easy—there’s a place for you at The Dip. As the sun goes down, we close it all out with a night skate and a special DJ showcase you won’t want to miss!
Watch, roll, vibe, and be in community!
$13 Admission
$7 Skate Rental
*Cost should never be a barrier to community. The Dip uses a pay-what-you-can model with suggested pricing when you pay with cash on the day of the event. Pay what feels right, cover someone who can’t, and we’ll see you all on the floor!
First Annual Rockland County Polka Dance
Sunday, October 18, 2-7 p.m., Nyack Center, 58 Depew Ave, Nyack
Traditional European-style polkas and waltzes for the whole family delivered by local 7-piece maestros. POLKA TIME!
Pierogi/varynyky and more from Corner of Ukraine restaurant! Beer from Captain Lawrence brewing! Face painting and a reading room for the kids.
Kids and 65+ free admission. Click here for tickets and more information.
One Song, One Vote: A Night of Music Community & Democracy
Thursday, October 22, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Casa del Sol, 104 Main St, Nyack
Live music, local artists, real voices featuring 30 local artists including Bill Roues, Muddy Roues, Chris Palmerini, Pam Hudson, Rhonda Schuster, Artie Norton, Richie Ranno and more
Nyack’s Halloweekend (October 21 – 24)
Sci-Fi & Horror Film Fest
Wednesday, October 21 and Friday, October 23, 7 p.m., The Angel Nyack, 18 S Broadway, Nyack
Presented by Richard Quinn, the Nyack Sci-Fi & Horror Film Festival will also include Scary Tales & Poetry (Friday night only). Authors include Edgar Allan Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, Mary Shelley and others.
Click here to register.
Night Time Cemetery Tour
Thursday, October 22, 7 p.m., Oak Hill Cemetery, 140 N Highland Ave, Nyack
Tour Nyack’s Historic Cemetery at night led by Nyack Historical Society Board member and author Mike Hayes. Spend an evening in the solemn setting home to over 24,131 eternal residents. Click here for tickets.
37th Annual Halloween Parade
October 24, 12 p.m.-Late, starting in Memorial Park, 4 Depew Ave, Nyack
Don your scariest costume or build your most terrifying float and join the thousands of Goblins and Ghouls as we celebrate the Nyack Chamber of Commerce’s 37th Annual Halloween Parade. All are welcome to march with this year’s Grand Marshall, Mario the Maker Magician. $3,000 in prizes.
No need to leave yet, though – check out the live music and costume contests taking place at many of our wonderful restaurants and bars!
At Nyack’s Memorial Park, 4 Depew Ave, Nyack
- Pet Costume Contest 12 p.m.
- Costume Judging 3-5 p.m.
- Parade Kick-off 5:30 p.m. with Grand Marshall, Mario the Maker Magician
For more information or to register to compete in the Pet, Float, and Costume Contests for a chance to win prizes, click here.
You do not need to register to march in the Halloween parade, only if you wish to complete for a the $3,000 in prizes.
