Wave Hill Weekly Events (Oct 30 – Nov 6) | Tricks, Treats & Traditions: Celebrate Wave Hill-O-Ween & Día de los Muertos!

 

A golden light illuminates the garden paths, welcoming visitors from near and far. The chilly air that makes our hair stand on end encourages us to hold our loved ones closer, to find comfort in connection and warmth in the fleeting pockets of time we share. Whether dressed up in a creative costume or remembering those we carry with us on every adventure, create sweeter moments with the family at Wave Hill and begin a new chapter in the gardens.  

 

Wave Hill-O-Ween 

Thu, Oct 30, 3:00PM – 7:00PM 

Registration encouraged 

Venture through our iron gates (if you dare!) for an evening adventure with treats, tricks, and good old spooky fun. 

 

Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos 

Sat, Nov 1 | All Day 

Registration not required 

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a day of family-friendly activities that include artmaking, storytelling and more!  

¡Celebre el Día de los Muertos con un día de actividades para toda la familia que incluyen creación de arte, narración de cuentos y mucho más!  

 

Nature & Wellness 

 

Garden Highlights Walk 

Sun, Nov 2, 1:00PM – 1:30PM 

Free with admission to the grounds   

Registration not required.   

Take a leisurely guided walk with a Wave Hill Garden Guide to observe seasonal garden highlights! Each walk and topic varies by the guide leading it. 

 

Fall Foliage: Accessible Views from the Garden 

Sun, Nov 4, 1:00PM – 1:45PM   

Free with admission to the grounds    

Registration not required.   

Enjoy colorful foliage at its seasonal peak. Wave Hill Garden Guides share some of their favorite trees and shrubs in their vibrant fall finery. This walk will follow paved pathways and avoid steps but may include some changes in grade that may be difficult to navigate without assistance. Fall Foliage Walks are most appropriate for adults or young adults.  

 

Art 

 

Public Gallery Tour  

Sat, Nov 1, 2:00PM – 3:00PM 

Free with admission to the grounds  

Registration not required. 

Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view in Glyndor Gallery and in the Sunroom Project Space, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in the unique context of a public garden between nature, culture and site. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes. 

 

Still Sacred Ground: Lenapehoking 1625-2025  

Sat, Oct 11  –  Thu, Oct 30 | All Day  

Free with admission to the grounds  

Registration not required. 

Gain understanding of the landscape and community life of the place previously known as Lenapehoking and known today as New York City. Curated by Oleana Whispering Dove, discover the significant contributions made to Lenapehoking and beyond by the original inhabitants of New York and the Lady Chieftains: Saunksquas, highlighted through regional Indigenous maps created by Evan Pritchard. This audio guide is one of a four-part exhibition on view at cultural organizations across New York City.  

  

Family 

 

Wave Hill-O-Ween 

Thu, Oct 30, 3:00PM – 7:00PM 

Free with registration  

Registration encouraged 

Calling all ghosts and goblins, pirates and princesses—it’s Halloween at Wave Hill! Venture through our gardens for an evening adventure with treats, tricks, and good old spooky fun. Grab a map to guide you on an eerie treasure trail. Decorate a mini pumpkin to take home between fun and imaginative garden delights!  

 

Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos 

Sat, Nov 1 | All Day 

Free with admission to the grounds. 

Registration not required 

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a day of family-friendly activities that include artmaking, storytelling and more! Learn traditional Mexican folk-art techniques and enjoy live music by the NYC based collective of jaraneros, Son Pecadores. 

 

Family Art Project: Day of the Dead 

Sat, Nov 1, 10:00AM – 1:00PM 

Sun, Nov 2, 10:00AM – 1:00PM   

Free with admission to the grounds  

Registration not required. 

Celebrate this special Mexican cultural holiday as we explore and create nicho boxes, small shadow boxes filled with meaning and purpose that honor a lost loved one. On Saturday at 10:30AM and 11:30PM families can learn more about the holiday with a storytime program from our partners Literacy in Community in the Mark Twain Room, all ages welcome.  

 

HOURS STARTING MARCH 15: 10AM–5:30PM, Tuesday–Sunday  

Shuttle Service Free from Subway and Metro-North, Saturday–Sunday 

Information at 718.549.3200. On the web at wavehill.org.