WHITE PLAINS, NY (September 7, 2025) — Westchester County has announced details for REV FEST 250, a free, two-day outdoor festival commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, set for Sept. 27-28, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Croton Point Park.
The event will feature battle reenactments, live entertainment, a Hamilton sing-along, immersive historical demonstrations, children’s activities and more.
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said: “We’re proud to welcome visitors and residents to experience the living legacy of Westchester’s pivotal role in America’s founding. REV FEST 250 is an immersive large-scale festival that’s great fun for the whole family – which kicks off a multi-year commemoration, connecting our County’s roots to the modern day, showcasing how Westchester is a place where history lives on.”
Programming includes live battle reenactments, musical performances and historical storytelling on two stages, hands-on demonstrations, children’s activities and crafts and local food vendors including Grey’s Donuts and Captain Lawrence Brewery.
Thousands of attendees from across the tri-state area are expected, as well as more than 50 reenactors alongside two dozen exhibitors.
Highlights include a Hamilton sing-along, Westchester Symphonic Winds, Daisy Jopling with Indigenous Enterprise, storyteller Jonathan Kruk and the Sankofa Drum & Dance Ensemble.
Croton Point Park, known as Teller’s Point during the Revolution, holds special significance. On Sept. 22, 1780, American forces fired on the British sloop Vulture from the point, precipitating British officer John André’s overland flight and capture that exposed Benedict Arnold’s treason.
Director of Westchester County Tourism & Film Natasha Caputo said: “As we commemorate the 250th, we’re excited to offer new ways for travelers and locals to connect with history and explore the beauty of Westchester. Our mission is to create programming that extends well beyond 2026 and delivers lasting impact.”
RW250 President Constance Kehoe said: “REV FEST 250 is a unique opportunity to bring the history of the American Revolution to life in Westchester—engaging people of all ages and interests through immersive experiences, dynamic storytelling, and a deeper appreciation of our nation’s roots.”
Rooted in Westchester is a dynamic digital collection of resources and itineraries designed to highlight Westchester’s historical significance, amplify diverse stories and enhance the visitor experience at historic sites across the County.
Support for the 250th anniversary commemoration events is provided through a Market New York grant from Empire State Development and I LOVE NY, New York State’s Division of Tourism.
Admission is free, and families are encouraged to bring chairs/blankets. Dogs are permitted.
The hotel partner is Windrose on Hudson, and free shuttle service will be available from the Croton-Harmon Metro North Station.
More information, lodging and dining details are available at visitwestchesterny.com/250.
REV FEST 250 is part of a multi-year commemoration that will culminate with a large-scale Battle of White Plains reenactment Oct. 24-25, 2026, at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, in cooperation with RW250 and leading reenactment organizations.
Westchester County Tourism & Film is the official destination marketing organization of Westchester County, N.Y. Its mission is to generate economic benefits for the County by enhancing and promoting its image as a premier Hudson Valley business and leisure destination.
Encompassing big cities, small towns, farms, and vast expanses of natural beauty, Westchester is easily accessible by car, its own regional airport (HPN) and three major rail lines. Accommodation choices range from independent to internationally branded hotels and conference centers. Learn more at visitwestchesterny.com and connect on Facebook, X and Instagram.
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