The great Jack O’Lantern Blaze returns to New York!

The great Jack O’Lantern Blaze returns to New York!

Calling all spooky season lovers: the iconic Large Jack O’Lantern Flame returns to New York today, Friday the 13th! We can’t think of a better way to kick off the spooky season, and this exhibit will be a special one, as The Pumpkin Blaze brings 20 years of family-friendly Halloween fun to the Hudson Valley. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze.

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze in the Hudson Valley and Long Island is a must-see experience featuring intricately hand-carved pumpkins illuminated at night at two historic New York City locations. Families can witness life-size installations and synchronized lighting at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson and Old Bethpage Village Restoration in Old Bethpage. This enchanting, family-friendly event is a magical experience for all ages. The hand-carved pumpkins and beautifully lit displays amaze families year after year. It’s a New York City classic and is perfect for Halloween lovers of all ages.

Psst…check out the places to pick fall pumpkins in and around Westchester

Hudson Valley

Van Cortlandt Manor, 525 South Riverside Avenue

Hudson Valley is in for a treat with exciting new attractions that are sure will have you on the edge of your seat. Imagine a giant Kraken emerging from the Croton River and a delicious 20th anniversary pumpkin birthday cake.

This year, Hudson Valley parents can even make Halloween a date night destination by heading to Gourd & Goblet Tavern, a new speakeasy housed in an 18th-century inn. A separate admission ticket grants exclusive access to table service, with a choice of one alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverage served in a souvenir cup, pumpkin empanadas, hot chocolate and the classic donut holes.

If you need more to book your night out, families can take advantage of the $20 anniversary rate this year from Monday through Wednesday after 8pm.

Long Island

The restoration of the old Bethpage Village is located at 1303 Round Swamp Road

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze offers a thrilling experience for all ages. It features the newly renovated Long Island Hall of Fame, a spinning Ferris wheel with Pumpkin Pals, and a Day of the Dead tribute. This year’s Long Island location is also celebrating a big anniversary: ​​five years of pumpkin fun. To celebrate, all children’s tickets are just $10 each night, a steal!

Tickets, dates and prices

To secure your spot, we recommend booking in advance as tickets often sell out quickly, especially during peak times when families want to visit.

Large Jack O’Lantern Blaze Hudson Valley Dates

• September 13-15, 20-22, 25-30
• October 1-31
• November 1-3, 8-10, 15-17

Recognition

General online admission tickets start at $20 for adults and $20 for children ages 3-17. Admission is free for children ages two and under. If you’re interested in the Blaze + Gourd and Goblet Combo, adult tickets start at $55. Historic Hudson Valley members get in free.

Awesome Jack O’Lantern Blaze Long Island Dates

• October 4-6, 9-14, 16-20, 23-27, 30-31
• November 1-3

Recognition

Adult tickets are $39 each. Children ages 3-17 get in each night for $10. Children ages 2 and under get in free.

Where to buy

If you’re ready for some spooky seasonal fun with the whole family, you can Buy your tickets today at pumpkinblaze.org.

No place says fall like New York, and this seasonal product is one of the many must-visit places in NY this season. If you’re looking for more fall fun, we recommend checking out our lists of The Best Places to Pick Pumpkins Near New York City and the Top 21 Places to Pick Pumpkins on Long Island.