{"id":356384,"date":"2026-09-25T03:54:24","date_gmt":"2026-09-25T03:54:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/356384\/"},"modified":"2026-09-25T03:54:24","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T03:54:24","slug":"this-one-day-only-halloween-festival-1-hour-from-nyc-features-hundreds-of-witches-paddleboarding-in-nys-real-life-spooky-town","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/356384\/","title":{"rendered":"This one-day-only Halloween festival 1 hour from NYC features hundreds of witches paddleboarding in NY&#8217;s real-life spooky town"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/SUP-Witches-Festival-1024x683.png\" class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\" alt=\"witches paddleboarding on the hudson river during the SUP Witches Festival\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"\/><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSource \/ SUP Witches Festival<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forget everything you\u2019ve ever heard about witches melting in the rain, because in <a href=\"https:\/\/secretnyc.co\/sleepy-hollow-fall-boating-destination-new-york\/\" rel=\"follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_self\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/secretnyc.co\/sleepy-hollow-fall-boating-destination-new-york\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_0\" data-category=\"click_internal\">Sleepy Hollow<\/a>, the witches prefer to take their magic out on the water\u2013and they even have an entire fall festival dedicated to it!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for the ultimate <a href=\"https:\/\/secretnyc.co\/sleepy-hollow-ny-summer-waterfront-edge-on-hudson\/\" rel=\"follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_self\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/secretnyc.co\/sleepy-hollow-ny-summer-waterfront-edge-on-hudson\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_1\" data-category=\"click_internal\">Sleepy Hollow<\/a> Halloween event, look no further than the 2026 SUP Witches Festival. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the past six years, <a href=\"https:\/\/secretnyc.co\/sleepy-hollow-halloween-town-near-nyc\/\" rel=\"follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_self\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/secretnyc.co\/sleepy-hollow-halloween-town-near-nyc\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_2\" data-category=\"click_internal\">New York\u2019s real-life Halloween town<\/a>\u2013recently <a href=\"https:\/\/secretnyc.co\/sleepy-hollow-best-fall-destination\/\" rel=\"follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_self\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/secretnyc.co\/sleepy-hollow-best-fall-destination\/\" data-action=\"text_cta_3\" data-category=\"click_internal\">ranked among the best fall escapes in the country<\/a>\u2013has hosted a spellbinding one-day celebration where costumed witches, warlocks, and wizards take to the Hudson River on stand-up paddleboards.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What started in 2020 as a small gathering of 16 paddlers has exploded into one of the most highly anticipated Hudson Valley fall festivals, drawing hundreds of participants and spectators alike to Kingsland Point Park.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you want to paddle with the coven or simply sip local craft beer while shopping for mystical wares, here\u2019s everything you need to know about this year\u2019s festival.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sup-Witches-Festival-Sleepy-Hollow5.webp\" alt=\"Sup Witches Festival Sleepy Hollow\" class=\"wp-image-402721\"  \/>Source \/ Sup Witches Festival<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\uddd9\u200d\u2640\ufe0f What to Expect in the Witches\u2019 Hollow<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, the festival is about more than just balancing skills on the water\u2014it\u2019s a wicked day of community, shopping, and spooky revelry. Attendees can expect:<\/p>\n<p>Wicked Wares &amp; Vendors: Scratch that shopping itch with dozens of curated local artisans. Pick up crystal-infused candles from Moon Goddess Candles, tarot readings from Tarot Mystic of Sleepy Hollow, hand-crocheted horror dolls, and organic herbal potions from Elder Sisters Apothecary<\/p>\n<p>Devilishly Good Eats &amp; Brews: Bring your appetite! The food truck lineup includes wood-fired pies from Pizza Vitale, fresh mason-jar cocktails from Manor Sangria, seasonal craft beers from Beekman Ale House, and artisan sweets from Luxx Chocolat<\/p>\n<p>Live Entertainment: Vibe to live music from Might &amp; The Weevils and The Incumbents playing right by the water<\/p>\n<p>The Headless Horseman: Keep your eyes peeled\u2014Sleepy Hollow\u2019s most famous resident is known to make a land-bound appearance!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"403\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Sup-Witches-Festival-Sleepy-Hollow8-1024x403.webp\" alt=\"headless horseman at the Sup Witches Festival Sleepy Hollow\" class=\"wp-image-402722\"  \/>Source \/ Sup Witches Festival<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f 2026 Sup Witches Festival Schedule<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like the tides of the Hudson, the schedule may shift slightly as the event approaches.<\/p>\n<p>12 pm: Festival begins (gates open for attendees and ticket sales)<\/p>\n<p>1 pm \u2013 2:15 pm: Live music from Might &amp; The Weevils<\/p>\n<p>2 pm \u2013 3 pm: SUP Witches Paddle (the main event!)<\/p>\n<p>3 pm \u2013 4:30 pm: Live music from The Incumbents<\/p>\n<p>5 pm: Festival ends<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\uddf9 How to Join the Paddle<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to hit the water? Those interested in paddling must <a href=\"https:\/\/\u201dhttps:\/\/app.acuityscheduling.com\/schedule\/175660ab\/?categories%5B\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"shortcode-outbound-link\" data-has-ga=\"true\" data-ga-type=\"click\" data-label=\"https:\/\/\u201dhttps:\/\/app.acuityscheduling.com\/schedule\/175660ab\/?categories[\" data-action=\"text_cta_4\" data-category=\"click_non_sales\">=EVENT%2FSUPWITCHES\u201d]register in advance<\/a> by October 7, 2026 ($35 for those bringing their own board\/kayak, $50 for SUP rentals). <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note: Paddling witches do not need to purchase an extra festival ticket.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Non-negotiable requirements before you launch:<\/p>\n<p>You must be in a costume you can comfortably paddle (and potentially swim) in<\/p>\n<p>PFDs (Life Jackets) and leashes are strictly required<\/p>\n<p>Previous paddle experience is mandatory\u2014the Hudson River is not for beginners!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u203c\ufe0f Secret NYC Tip: Because this is one of the most popular things to do near NYC in October, parking fills up incredibly quickly. Traffic around Sleepy Hollow is notoriously heavy during spooky season, so if you\u2019re bringing your own paddleboard, arrive right at 10 am am to unload. The park gates close to vehicles strictly at 11:30 am!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"751\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-9109109-1024x751.jpeg\" alt=\"Sup Witches Festival Sleepy Hollow\" class=\"wp-image-402723\"  \/>Source \/ Sup Witches Festival <\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc40 Event Details at a Glance<\/p>\n<p>What: 2026 SUP Witches Festival<\/p>\n<p>Where: Kingsland Point Park (299 Palmer Avenue, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591) | Entrances at the North Gate (Palmer Ave) and South Gate (The Riverwalk)<\/p>\n<p>When: Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 12 pm \u2013 5 pm<\/p>\n<p>Tickets: Early Bird: $8 + fees | Day Of: $10 + fees | Children under 8 are FREE<\/p>\n<p>Getting There: <\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\ude86 By train: Take Metro-North\u2019s Hudson Line from Grand Central Terminal to Tarrytown, then grab a quick rideshare to the festival in Sleepy Hollow<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\ude97 By car: From NYC, take the Henry Hudson Parkway \u2192 Saw Mill River Parkway \u2192 I-87 N toward Sleepy Hollow. The drive typically takes around 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on traffic<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Source \/ SUP Witches Festival Forget everything you\u2019ve ever heard about witches melting in the rain, because in&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":356385,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[38],"tags":[128,245,9,24,63,129,131,130],"class_list":["post-356384","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-the-bronx","tag-bronx","tag-halloween","tag-new-york","tag-new-york-city","tag-nyc","tag-the-bronx","tag-the-bronx-headlines","tag-the-bronx-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/356384","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=356384"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/356384\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/356385"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=356384"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=356384"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=356384"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}