Public Events

The Greater Ridgewood Historical Society hosts a variety of family friendly festivals, workshops, lectures, films, and more throughout the year. Popular recurring events include Spring Event in April, Harvest Festival in October, and St. Nicholas Day in December. Learn more about our upcoming events.

Members have free entry to most public events. Become a member here.



2025

August

August 9th – Basket Weaving. 1-3 PM. Craft workshop.  All materials will be supplied.  

September

September 11 - Tribute in Light - Honor and remember September 11. 7-9 PM. The Onderdonk House grounds will be open to view the official tribute and the House. Free.

October

October 12th -  Harvest Festival. Noon to 4 PM. $10 Adults.  Members, children under 12 Free.  Pumpkin picking, apple cider, crafts, market, exhibits. Rain or Shine.

October 18th and 19th – Open House NYC.  Free admission to the Onderdonk House.  12 – 4 PM.  Self-guided tours. 

November

November 8th  – Candle Making -11 AM$20 per person.  Includes all supplies.

November 9th  – Walking Tour Stockholm Street.  Meet at the Onderdonk House.  $15 per person.  1:30 PM.

December

December 7th – ST. NICHOLAS DAY $5.00 adults, children & members free.  Noon - 4 PM. Visits with St. Nicholas, free goody bag, singing, tree lighting.  Learn the legend that Clement Moore made famous!  Mulled Cider and holiday treats available. Check our social media for updates.2025

January

January 10th - Candlelight Tours - 6 PM - 8 PM.  Donation $20 per person, members free.  Donation $20.00 adults, members free. Local musicians entertain in our candle lighted Onderdonk House.  Tours of the Onderdonk House. Mulled Cider and other refreshments available.

February

February 7th - CANDLELIGHT TOURS - 6 PM - 8 PM.  Donation $20.00 adults, members free. Local musicians entertain in our candle lighted Onderdonk House.  Tours of the Onderdonk House. Mulled Cider and other refreshments available.

March

March 7th - CANDLELIGHT TOURS - 6 PM - 8 PM.  Donation $20.00 adults, members free. Local musicians entertain in our candle lighted Onderdonk House.  Tours of the Onderdonk House. Mulled Cider and other refreshments available.

March 22th – Walking Tour of Industrial Glendale.  Meet at Glenridge Mews, 61-20 71st Avenue, Ridgewood, between Fresh Pond Road and Cypress Hills Street. 1:30 PM. $15.00 per person.

April

We will be celebrating Spring on the Onderdonk Farm on Saturdays, Noon to 2 PM with workshops and drop in events for children and adults.  $5 per person. Under the tent, rain or shine. Watch our Website and Social Medium for activities & sign up information via Eventbrite.

May

May 3rd - Walking Tour of Ridgewood North. Meet at Korean Square at 1:30 PM. $15.00 per person.

May 17th - Walking Tour of Ridgewood South. Meet at St. Matthias RC Church, Catalpa Avenue at 1:30 PM. $15.00 per person.

June

June 7th – Walking Tour of Central Ridgewood, Part 1. Meet at IS 93, Forest Avenue at 1:30 PM. $15.00 per person

June 14th - Walking Tour of Central Ridgewood, Part 2. Meet Covenant Lutheran Church at Catalpa and 60th Lane at 1:30 PM. $15.00 per person.

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