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Knickerbocker Ice Festival Rescheduled at Rockland Lake After Storm

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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.

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Free Nyack Urban Sketchers Meetup Set for Sept. 8

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August 26, 2026

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The Nyack Urban Sketchers will hold their monthly meetup on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at the Nyack Library’s Creative Lab.

The free gathering will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. and offers participants an opportunity to come together and practice urban sketching in a creative, community setting.

The meetup is open to those interested in sketching and drawing, whether they are longtime urban sketchers or simply looking for a creative activity.

Event Details
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 8
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: Nyack Library, Creative Lab
Cost: Free

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

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August 7, 2026

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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.

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