The Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack
Now through Sunday, October 25, various Nyack locations
The Phoenix Festival is in its fifth season of presenting world-class performing arts, including theatre, music, dance, improv, family entertainment, and more in Nyack.
Upcoming productions include: “I Was Never There: There Is No Spy Show,” which was highly acclaimed at the Edinburgh Festival; “Murrow,” about the famous journalist; “Tales from the Hoot,” a tour through four seasons of an actor’s childhood and a funny look at small-town America in the sixties; Emotions Physical Theater, recognized as the premier Black-led physical theater company in America; and more.
Information and tickets here.
Nyack’s Halloweekend (October 23, 24)
Sci-Fi & Horror Film Fest
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 Authors include Edgar Allan Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, Mary Shelley and others.
Click here to register.
37th Annual Halloween Parade
Saturday, 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. $3,000 in prizes for the best person or pet costume, float.
All are welcome to march with this year’s Grand Marshall, Mario the Maker Magician.
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.
Early Voting
- Saturday, October 24, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
- Sunday, October 25, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
- Monday, October 26, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 27, 12 Noon until 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 28, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
- Thursday, October 29, 12 Noon until 8 p.m.
- Friday, October 30, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
- Saturday, October 31, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
- Sunday, November 1, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
For early voting, you may vote at any early voting center. Click here for a list of early voting centers and more information. Sample ballots are available on the Polling Place Look-up.
Nyack Creative Reuse Pop-Up Art Workshop
Thursday, October 29, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Nyack Farmers Market, Main St Parking Lot, Nyack
Re-imagine, Reuse, Make: We’re looking for gently used and clean materials, including:
Fabric & textiles
Paper & cardboard
Glass, metal, wood & ceramics
Yarn
Craft supplies & art materials
Hardware, buttons, beads & more!
Help keep materials out of the landfill and in the creative loop!
More workshops and creative reuse projects are on the way!
Dracula: Immersive Special Screening
Friday, October 30, 6-9:30 p.m, preshow 6 p.m., film screening 8 p.m., The Angel Nyack, 18 S Broadway, Nyack
The 1931 film “Dracula “is a landmark horror classic starring Bela Lugosi in his iconic portrayal of Count Dracula. Based on the stage adaptation of Bram Stoker’s novel, the film follows the mysterious vampire as he travels from Transylvania to England, where he preys upon unsuspecting victims while spreading fear and supernatural terror. Its haunting atmosphere, memorable performances, and enduring influence helped define the vampire genre and established Universal Pictures as a powerhouse of classic horror.
Ben Model, organist and historian for The Library of Congress, will play The Angel Nyack’s Peragallo Pipe Organ live! Buy tickets
Indian Food Festival
Sunday, November 1, 2-7 p.m., Nyack Center, 58 Depew Ave, Nyack
Celebrate the festival of lights and enjoy the sumptuous food, vibrant traditions and rich cultural heritage of India.
Delicious Indian food from different regions of India
Music & dance performances
Creative Art Activities
Indian textiles, jewelry & more
Click here for tickets
Pre-election Sing-In
Sunday, November 1, 5 p.m., The Angel Nyack, 18 S Broadway, Nyack
Everyone can sing, everyone can love, all welcome.
Rockland singing Resistance, free – donations accepted
Bill Batson’s Holiday Gift Pop-Up Market
Friday, November 6 -Thursday, December 24, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 2 S Broadway (next to Pickwick Books), Nyack
Open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: Grand Opening, Friday, November 6, 7 p.m. with refreshments & live music .
Bill Batson’s Holiday Pop-Up Gift Market returns for a third year with some of your favorite local small businesses including Bill Batson Arts, Deivi Handcrafters, Global Local Finds, Karen Close Ceramics, Luna Literati, Lisa Medoff Design, Nick Duke Media, Rebecca’s Paradise, Sweetheart Vintage.
Maureen’s Jazz Cellar Presents Hubert Laws
Friday, November 6, 8-10 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m., The Angel Nyack, 18 S Broadway, Nyack
A benefit for Maureen’s Community MainStage, featuring David Budway, Jeff Grubbs, Adam Cruz, and Julia Furlan
Hubert Laws is an American flutist and composer whose six-decade career bridges jazz, classical, pop, and R&B. Lauded for his virtuosity in both orchestral and improvisational settings, he led landmark CTI albums like The Rite of Spring and Afro-Classic, collaborated with icons like Herbie Hancock, Paul McCartney, Chick Corea, and Stevie Wonder, and earned three Grammy nominations. A 2011 NEA Jazz Master, he remains a defining voice in jazz flute. Premium seating includes a seat closet to the stage and access to an intimate meet-and-greet reception with Mr. Laws. Tickets and more information here.
Rockland Fashion Week
Saturday, November 7, 5:30-8:30 p.m (VIP cocktail hour is 4-5 p.m.), first floor of the Palisades Center (in front of H&M). 1000 Palisades Center Dr, West Nyack
Celebrate the red, white, and blue, the fabric of freedom, at a night of fun and fashion for all ages. Bring a friend and enjoy VIP seating with special privileges, including a gift bag, priority front row seating, and an exclusive cocktail hour prior to the show. Dress to show your style and be a fashionista.
Produced by Hope Wade Designs and Palisades Center. Tickets here.