Keep Kids Creative This Spring Break in Westchester

Spring break in Westchester is coming, and for parents, that means finding ways to keep kids engaged while school is out. In Westchester County, there are plenty of hands-on arts programs, workshops and family-friendly activities taking place March 30 through April 3. From painting and clay projects to interactive music and theater experiences, these programs give children and teens a chance to explore their creativity—and give parents a bit of breathing room, too.

Spring Break in Westchester 2026

School’s Out/Art’s In: Spring Break
presented by Katonah Museum of Art

Katonah Museum of Art offers a weeklong series of hands-on spring break workshops (3/31-4/3) focused on line, form and process. Daily sessions explore different techniques: collage, sgraffito drawing, wire sculpture and printmaking, with each day introducing a different approach to art-making. Guests can also explore the museum’s current exhibition, STILL/MOVING, featuring the artwork of Shen Wei. Programs are designed for ages 3–8 with an adult, with drop-off options for ages 9 and up. (Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay Street, Katonah, New York)

KinoKids Spring Break Workshops
presented by KinoSaito

KinoSaito offers two spring break art workshops held off-site at the Hendrick Hudson Free Library. Duotone Landscape Painting (March 31) focuses on light and shadow through two-color compositions, while Still Life in Three Pieces (April 2) explores observation and scale using multi-panel drawing. Both sessions emphasize hands-on experimentation and are open to kids and families of all abilities, with materials provided. (Hendrick Hudson Free Library, 185 Kings Ferry Road, Montrose, New York)

Springfest
presented by Westchester Children’s Museum

Westchester Children’s Museum will welcome guests for Springfest on March 29 & 30, offering spring break programming designed for families with young children. The event features spring-themed crafts and hands-on creative projects. The program includes special morning activity sessions and a guest appearance by author Dale V. Atkins, who will read aloud from her book The Turquoise Butterfly. Activities are structured for shared participation in a museum setting. (100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York 10580)

Make an Amazing Movie Musical 
presented by The Picture House, Bronxville

This five-day spring break movie camp (3/30-4/3) introduces students to the creative process behind a movie musical. Participants write and perform original songs, choreograph movement, film scenes and edit footage into a completed project. The program concludes with a Friday showcase screening of the finished musical on the big screen. Click “View next showings” on the registration page. (The Picture House Bronxville, Bronxville, New York)

Spring Break Workshops
presented by Adams School of Art at Hammond Museum and Japanese Stroll Garden

Hammond Museum and Japanese Stroll Garden offers a series of spring break workshops for children and teens. Programs include Youth Artist Drawing Studio (ages 7–9) and Drawing Fundamentals (ages 10–13) on April 2, focusing on mark making, shading and color theory. On the Wheel for Teen (ages 13–16) on April 1 and Introduction to Pottery Wheel Throwing (ages 9–12) on April 3 introduce students to wheel throwing techniques in clay. Peep, Peep! Chicks, Crafts & Spring Fun (ages 7–10) on April 3 features spring-themed air-dry clay projects. All sessions provide materials and guided instruction. (28 Deveau Road, P.O. Box 326, North Salem, New York)

Spring Break Arts Activities
presented by Hudson River Museum

During spring break, the Hudson River Museum offers a variety of hands-on arts activities for children and families. Daily Family Art Workshops include Women’s Wise Words, Trees in Bloom and April Fools’ Hats and Joke Teller projects, exploring collage, painting and mixed-media creation. While at the museum, families can also enjoy Early Explorers, a dedicated play space for children up to age 5 and “Hike the Hudson” backpacks, which guide exploration, observation and creative projects throughout the museum. These programs are included with admission, so families can also view current exhibitions (511 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, New York).

Special Screening Times: Planetarium Shows
presented by Hudson River Museum

The museum’s planetarium offers a series of live and interactive shows for different age groups throughout spring break. Little Skywatchers: A Cosmic Adventure is designed for ages 3–6, introducing basic astronomy concepts through music and storytelling. One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure (ages 4–7) follows familiar characters on a journey from Sesame Street to the Moon. Shows for older children, including The Sky Tonight and We Are Aliens (ages 8+), explore local celestial events, planetary science and the search for life beyond Earth. Advance reservations are encouraged for all planetarium programs. (511 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, New York)

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_{(photo courtesy of Katonah Museum of Art)}