Haverstraw, NY – Haverstraw Riverwide Arts and the Village of Haverstraw are excited to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Eats & Beats Food Crawl, a beloved local event that has become a highlight of the community’s cultural calendar. Scheduled for Sunday, September 15, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, this year’s event promises to be bigger than ever, with 23 restaurants, five local breweries, and three New York distilleries participating.
Ever since last year’s valiant – but slightly rainy – 9th annual event, the Board of the Haverstraw Riverwide Arts have been planning like they never had before, all with the spectre of inclement weather to potentially threaten this year’s event.
At the moment, it looks like the weather will be approximately 80 degrees and sunny.
The Eats & Beats Food Crawl began in September 2014 with the goal of attracting visitors to Haverstraw’s downtown area, showcasing its diverse cuisine, and supporting the local economy. The inaugural event featured 14 restaurants and drew a crowd of 450 people. A decade later, it has evolved into a major attraction, with thousands of visitors coming from Rockland, Westchester, and beyond to experience the unique culinary offerings and live entertainment that make Haverstraw such a vibrant destination.
Expanded Entertainment Lineup
In celebration of the 10th anniversary, this year’s event will feature a dynamic lineup of live entertainment. Returning by popular demand is The Amish Outlaws, a rock band that captivated the crowd during last year’s event despite rainy weather. Joining them are rap artist Kool Dre, singer Brianna Knight, and Julie & Freddie’s Dancers, providing a mix of musical styles and performances that will set the stage for a lively and festive atmosphere.
A Growing Event
In 2022, the Eats & Beats Food Crawl saw approximately 5,000 visitors exploring the streets of downtown Haverstraw. Even though last year’s event was impacted by heavy rain, this year’s celebration is expected to draw an even larger crowd. With the Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry now running on weekends, the event is more accessible than ever, and organizers are anticipating visitors from New York City, Connecticut, and other nearby regions.
To make the event even more convenient for out-of-town attendees, NY Waterway Ferry will provide special service throughout the day, with complimentary shuttles transporting visitors from the ferry landing to downtown Haverstraw. The downtown area is also walkable from the ferry site, making it easy for visitors to navigate the event.
The Amish Outlaws:
3:30pm-5pm
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Haverstraw Eats and Beats Food Crawl with the classical sounds of Rockland’s legendary band, the Amish Outlaws
Brianna Knight: 1:15-1:35pm
Kool Dre: 1:40-2:00pm
Building Community Through the Arts
“We are beyond excited to be celebrating the tenth anniversary of our Eats & Beats Crawl,” said Richard Sena, president of Haverstraw Riverwide Arts. “Our goal has always been to build community pride through events in the arts. The residents look forward to this event, and the enthusiasm shows. Now that the Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry has been running on weekends, we look forward to an even larger visitor turnout. We invite everyone to come out, enjoy a wealth of delicious foods from different cultures, and learn more about our historic and architecturally unique downtown.”
For more information or to download the official Haverstraw Crawl Eats & Beats map, which includes the ferry schedule, visit haverstrawfoodcrawl.com.