VALHALLA- The 44th Annual Polish Heritage Day will kick off the 2023 Cultural Heritage Celebrations on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla.
The festival will showcase Polish American cultural exhibits, polka music and dancing featuring a children’s polish school performance. Meet the 2023 Parade Marshall and Miss Polonia, sample authentic Polish foods and baked goods while browsing a variety of vendors selling Polish crafts.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “Part of what makes Westchester County great is that we are a melting pot of ethnicities and customs. County residents can experience a multitude of cultures this summer without ever leaving the country. So gather your family, leave your passport at home and enjoy the tapestry of traditions from around the world.”
Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor said, “This celebration kicks off one of our most popular events – our series of ethnic festivals – where family and friends can delve into other cultures through music, art, dance and cuisine while visiting Kensico Dam, Westchester’s Central Park.”
The festival will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn. No coolers will be allowed, and the event and parking is free.
The other free heritage festivals in the series include:
- Asian-American, Saturday, June 3, 2023, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Albanian, Sunday, June 4, 2023, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- African-American, Sunday, June 25, 2023, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Hispanic, Sunday, July 9, 2023, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Irish-American, Sunday, July 16, 2023, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Ridge Road Park, Hartsdale
The following events carry an admission of $5 for adults and are free for ages 14 and under:
- Italian, Sunday, July 23, 2023, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- India, Sunday, August 6, 2023, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Jewish, Sunday, August 20, 2023, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Muslim Heritage, Sunday, August 27, 2023, 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
Kensico Dam Plaza is located at the north end of the Bronx River Parkway, in Valhalla. Ridge Road Park is located at 287 Ridge Road, Hartsdale.
Please be advised that on May 21, 2023, June 4, 2023, and June 25, 2023 the Bronx River Parkway will be closed for Bicycle Sundays from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. between Scarsdale Road in Yonkers and the Westchester County Center in White Plains. The park can be accessed via Route 22, from the north or south.
This event is sponsored by Westchester County Parks and the Westchester Pulaski Association.
