Albanian Heritage Day Returns to Kensico Dam Plaza June 4

June 1, 2023 – Albanian Heritage Day will take place on Sunday, June 4 from noon until 6 p.m. at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla.

This cultural festival will include Albanian cuisine, beverages, dancing and a variety of sports. The festival will feature live performances by Liria Dedvukaj, Valdet Luka and DJ Edi will perform traditional Albanian music from all regions.

Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “As a community, Westchester County strives to foster diversity, equity and inclusion. Albanians place a large value on families and their ethnic heritage. Residents can come spend quality time with their loved ones and learn about the Albanian culture.”

Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor said, “Kensico Dam Plaza is the perfect setting for the culture of Albania to come alive through soccer, volleyball, music, dance and cultural activities for people of all ages.”

The festival will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn. No coolers will be allowed. Admission and parking are free.

The other heritage festivals in the series are:

  • African-American, Sunday, June 25, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
  • Hispanic, Sunday, July 9, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
  • Irish-American, Saturday, July 16, Noon to 6 p.m., Ridge Road Park, Hartsdale (Admission: $5 adults; free for ages 14 and under)
  • Italian, Sunday, July 23, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
  • India, Sunday, Aug. 6, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
  • Jewish, Sunday, Aug. 20, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
  • Muslim Heritage, Sunday, Aug. 27, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
Kensico Dam Plaza is located at the north end of the Bronx River Parkway, in Valhalla. (Directions)
Ridge Road Park is located at 287 Ridge Road, Hartsdale (Directions)

This event is sponsored by Mother Teresa Center of Our Lady of Shkodra Parish and Westchester County Parks.

Please be advised that on June 4 the Bronx River Parkway will be closed for Bicycle Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. between Scarsdale Road in Yonkers and the Westchester County Center in White Plains. Kensico Dam Plaza can be accessed via Route 22, from the north or south.

More information or call (914) 864-PARK. Dates and times subject to change.