Events

Knickerbocker Ice Festival Rescheduled at Rockland Lake After Storm

Published

7 months ago

January 25, 2026

VALLEY COTTAGE, N.Y. — Rockland Lake’s beloved Knickerbocker Ice Festival — originally planned for January 24–25 — has been postponed due to the recent winter storm and frigid conditions, organizers announced. The festival will now take place Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1, 2026 at Rockland Lake State Park.

The annual winter celebration highlights the region’s historic role in the ice-harvesting industry and returns this year as part of the area’s 250th anniversary festivities. Visitors can expect large-scale ice sculptures by top sculptors, opportunities to watch igloos being made, warming fires, food trucks, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend. Admission is free, with a $10 per car parking charge.

Organizers encouraged residents and visitors to make the most of the delayed dates, offering a chance to experience the artistry and history that have made the event a winter favorite. Attendees will also be able to enjoy ice-themed demonstrations and historic displays that celebrate Rockland Lake’s once-central role in supplying ice around the world.

Officials say the postponement was necessary to ensure safe conditions following inclement weather that impacted preparations at the park. With the new dates now set, the festival is expected to draw crowds from across the county and beyond.

For updates on schedules, parking, and festival activities, residents can visit the event page maintained by the Rockland Business Association or the Knickerbocker Ice Festival’s official information sources.

Events

Italian Feast & Carnival Returns to Tappan Sept. 10–13, 2026

Published

6 days ago

August 7, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

One of the Hudson Valley’s largest celebrations of Italian heritage is set to return this September as the annual Italian Feast & Carnival takes over Masonic Park Fairgrounds in Tappan.

The four-day event will be held September 10–13, 2026, at Masonic Park Fairgrounds, 89 Western Highway, Tappan, conveniently located near the Palisades Parkway, Exit 5 South.

Organizers describe the festival as the largest cultural event in Rockland and Westchester counties, featuring authentic Italian food, carnival rides, games, family-friendly activities, and free live entertainment throughout the weekend.

The festival schedule includes:

Thursday, Sept. 10: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 11: 5 p.m. to Midnight
Saturday, Sept. 12: Noon to Midnight
Sunday, Sept. 13: Noon to 9 p.m., with an Outdoor Mass at 10 a.m.

Guests can also enjoy a casino, a Super 50/50 Grand Prize Raffle, and a variety of attractions for all ages.

Admission is $10 per person, and free parking will be available on-site.

Festival organizers remind attendees that outside food and beverages, coolers, backpacks, and pets are not permitted on the grounds.

Events

Free National Night Out 2026 Clover Stadium on August 6

Published

1 week ago

August 4, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The annual National Night Out will return to Clover Stadium on Thursday, August 6, bringing together law enforcement, first responders, and the community for an evening of family-friendly activities and entertainment.

The free event begins at 5 p.m., with the official ceremony scheduled to start on the field at 6:30 p.m. A baseball game will follow at 7 p.m.

National Night Out is designed to strengthen relationships between law enforcement, emergency responders, and the communities they serve. The event offers residents an opportunity to meet local police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, and other first responders in a fun and welcoming environment.

Attendees can enjoy live music, face painting, bounce houses, giveaways, and interactive activities for all ages. Police, fire, and emergency vehicles will be on display, along with K-9 demonstrations and mounted police horses.

Organizers say the event is free and open to the public, encouraging families from across Rockland County to attend and spend an evening with the men and women who serve their communities.

National Night Out has been celebrated nationwide since 1984 and has become an annual tradition in communities across the country, promoting public safety, crime prevention, and stronger partnerships between residents and first responders.