Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano and members of the Revolutionary Yonkers 250 (RY250) Committee announced the launch of the Red, White & Blue Across Yonkers, a citywide initiative commemorating America’s 250th birthday and highlighting Yonkers’ historic role in the nation’s story.
“This year offers Yonkers a powerful opportunity to reflect on our history, celebrate our diversity, and come together in pride for the city we call home,” said Mayor Spano. “As we honor America’s 250th anniversary, we also recognize how far we have come as a community and celebrate the remarkable accomplishments that continue to shape the City of Yonkers. Red, White & Blue Across Yonkers will bring our community together in meaningful and memorable ways as we commemorate this milestone year.”
The months‑long City celebration will feature patriotic displays, cultural programming, and community events designed to honor the past while inspiring civic pride across the city. Buildings, corridors, and historic sites throughout Yonkers also will be illuminated and decorated in red, white, and blue as a unifying visual tribute to the nation’s semiquincentennial.
Revolutionary Sites Across Yonkers
As part of the RY250 commemoration, Mayor Mike Spano visits several Revolutionary‑era sites throughout Yonkers, placing official markers to highlight their historical significance. A printed brochure, featuring a self‑guided tour of these locations, is now available in the City Hall lobby for residents and visitors who wish to explore the sites on their own. The Mayor is releasing a Historic Sites Video Series, with new videos released every Thursday, showcasing Yonkers’ Revolutionary‑era landmarks and their role in America’s early history.
Upcoming RY250 Events Across Yonkers
The City has prepared a robust lineup of cultural, artistic, and patriotic events taking place throughout the spring and summer. Residents and visitors are encouraged to participate in the full slate of activities and to check back regularly for updates as additional RY250 programming continues to be announced. For the latest event details, visit the Revolutionary Yonkers 250 webpage at Revolutionary Yonkers 250 | Yonkers, NY.
- May 15, 16, 17 | Yonkers Arts Weekend with various “Americana” themed events. Visit www.yonkersartsweekend.comfor updates.
- June 14 | 3PM | Yonkers Philharmonic “Tribute to America” Concert @ JFK Marina
- June 27| 9AM | Yonkers 2.5K Patriotic COLORun @ War Memorial Field (287 Nepperhan Avenue)
- The COLORun is free to participate. Along the course, participants will move through designated color zones, where they will be showered in vibrant red, white, and blue cornstarch powders—creating a festive, high‑energy celebration of community and patriotism. Music and additional activities will keep the excitement going from start to finish. Registration Opens on May 1: https://events.elitefeats.com/26yonkerscolorun.
July 4th Weekend
- July 1 | 3PM | Arrival of the “Oosterschelde” tall ship from The Netherlands
- 3 PM | “Oosterschelde” ship opens to public
- 5 PM | Red, White & Blue Party @ Yonkers Pier (Water Grant Street)
- July 2 | 6PM |Parade of Nations
- Beginning at Washington Park to Philipse Manor Hall to the Yonkers Waterfront ending with a music event. Event begins with the ringing of church bells.
- July 3 | Concerts & Yonkers Downtown Activities
- 3PM | AmeriCON Kickoff BBQ @ Yonkers Brewing Co. (92 Main Street)
- 5PM | AmeriCON (Red, White & Blue Bar Crawl) in Downtown Yonkers
- 6PM |The Belle Tones Patriotic Concert @ Untermyer Park
- 6:30PM |Jake’s Southern Rock Band @ Yonkers Pier (Water Grant Street)
- July 4 | Daylong Activities and Fireworks Celebration
- 9PM | Fireworks Show @ Yonkers Pier (Water Grant Street)
