New Family Food Festival, Country Line Dancing & a Full Season of Free Events Coming to Yonkers
Summer starts at Cross County Center as Summer Fest 2026 returns with a full lineup of free events, entertainment, and community experiences at Westchester’s premier open-air shopping destination. All summer long, Cross County Center will transform into a vibrant hub of music, movement, food, and fun. From live concerts and dance nights to fitness classes and family-friendly activities, Summer Fest offers something for everyone, most of it completely FREE.
Summer Fest launches in delicious style on Sunday, June 14 from 12–3 PM with the debut of the Family Food Summer Fest, an official satellite event of Westchester Magazine’s Wine & Food Festival. This free, family-friendly celebration transforms Cross County Center into a lively culinary destination featuring food tastings, food trucks, along with samples, raffles and giveaways from dining and retail tenants. Guests can also enjoy train rides, inflatables, lawn games, face painting, along with a DJ, and strolling entertainment throughout the afternoon.
“We’re excited to bring Summer Fest back with even more for the community to enjoy, especially with the addition of our new Family Food Summer Fest to kick things off and Country Line Dancing,” said Kayli Tarcy, Marketing Director for Cross County Center. “This series is all about creating a place where people can come together, whether it’s for great food, live music, or just spending time outdoors with family and friends. It really captures the energy of summer at our Center.”
As Cross County Center continues to evolve, Summer Fest 2026 reflects the center’s broader momentum, with new retailers and dining concepts on the way and ongoing redevelopment plans designed to enhance the overall guest experience.
All events are open to the public, and most are free. With its open-air setting, convenient free parking, and a wide variety of shopping and dining options, Cross County Center is the go-to destination for summer in Westchester.
Summer Fest 2026 Highlights Include:
NEW: Cross County Center Family Food Summer Fest
Kick off summer in delicious style on Sunday, June 14 from 12–3 PM at this official satellite event of the Westchester Magazine Wine & Food Festival. Guests can enjoy food tastings, food trucks, samples, raffles and giveaways from favorite restaurants and retailers, train rides, inflatables, lawn games, and face painting, plus DJ Bubble Bash parties, stage performances, strolling characters, and outdoor dining experiences.
NEW: Country Line Dancing
Grab your boots and hit the dance floor! Join us for FREE Country Line Dancing. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned dancer, everyone is welcome to step in, learn the moves, and enjoy a lively night out. Select Tuesdays, 6:00pm – 8:00pm. (June 23, July 21 and August 4)
Free Concerts on The Green
Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a variety of live performances featuring everything from pop hits to classic rock and soulful R&B. This year we have concerts featuring five FREE concerts on select Wednesdays from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM, June through August. It’s the perfect midweek wind-down! Lineup includes:
- June 24: Willie Villegas Y Entre Amigos (Salsa)
- July 1: Ras Droppa (Reggae)
- July 8: FDR Drive (Top 40, Classic Rock & More)
- July 22: Men of Soul (R&B & Soul)
- August 5: Showtime Dance Band (Motown, Soul & More)
Free Zumba Classes
Sweat, smile, and stay active with outdoor Zumba workouts suitable for all ages and skill levels. Held weekly by Yonkers own Zumba instructor extraordinaire Guillermo Ruiz , this FREE Zumba class that feels like a party! Classes take place on Thursday nights from 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM starting June 18 through August 6th.
Salsa Dancing Nights
Feel the rhythm with high-energy Salsa nights! Learn new moves from live instructors from Ballet Folklorico de las Americasand dance the night away with live Latin music performances on select Mondays from 6:30 PM – 7:30PM. (June 15. June 29, July 13, July 27)
Paint & Sip Nights
Tap into your inner artist during guided painting sessions with wine and good vibes. Join instructors from We Art One of Yonkers as they show you step-by-step instructions on how to paint colorful landscapes, dreamy designs, and fun seasonal scenes. No experience is necessary. The price is $35 per person and includes all supplies. Pre-Registration is required by signing up throughHERE *ADULTS 21+ ONLY. Select Tuesdays from 6:15 PM – 8:00 PM. Supplies included, just bring your creativity! (June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28)
ArtsWestchester Mobile Art Workshops
The ArtsWestchesterArtsMobile provides hands-on creative workshops and will roll into Cross County Center, bringing the arts directly to the community. Great for kids and adults alike! Select Sundays from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. (June 28, July 12, July 26, August 9)
Bring the family, bring your friends, or just bring your dancing shoes — Cross County Center is where summer happens.For a full schedule and weather updates on events, please visit www.crosscountycenter.com/events .
