The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze
Witness more than 7,000 spooky, hand-carved pumpkins illuminate the grounds at the Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze at the historic Van Cortlandt Manor in Westchester County.
The tri-state area’s biggest, most electrifying fall event returns with more pumpkins than ever before! Meander along the Pumpkin Promenade on the grounds of this historic, 18th-century riverside estate in Croton-on-Hudson and take in the breathtaking jack o’lantern displays—all designed and hand-carved on-site by the Historic Hudson Valley team of artisans.
Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze
Meet life-sized dinosaurs, gaze at the stars at the Pumpkin Planetarium and try not to get stuck in the 24-foot spiderweb. New at the Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze in 2024: celebrate the 20th anniversary of this spooktacular event with a giant birthday cake and celebration arch, enjoy a new VIP experience on the pumpkin trail with the Gourd and Goblet Tavern, and look out for the giant Kraken rising from the Croton River! The Gourd & Goblet Tavern is a special speakeasy set in an 18th-century inn along the pumpkin trail with drinks and brews and special treats.
Taste some delicious fall-themed sweets and snacks at Cafe Blaze and shop souvenirs and local finds to mark your trip at the Blaze Boo-tique.
The event will be viewable for select dates during the week and on weekends. This year’s event dates are September 16-18, 22-25, 28-30, October 1-31, November 2-6, 9-13, and 18-20 at varying times each night.
Attending the Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze
The event will be viewable for select evening dates during the week and on weekends from September 13 -November 17. Tickets sell out quickly, so it is a good idea to purchase them here soon. Don’t miss the experience that People Magazine writes: “defies all expectations.”
Admission Prices:
Adults: $34.00 – $42.00
Children under three are FREE
The Blaze + Tavern Combo Tickets: $69.00 – $77.00
Take Amtrak to the Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze
Experience the event via Amtrak to Croton-Harmon Station in Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use See New York and Save 15% discount!
Get picked up from Croton-Harmon Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Croton-Harmon office today at: 914-271-0100.
Enjoy an Amtrak Getaway
Looking for a getaway opportunity? Experience historic architecture, beautiful museums, an afternoon of theater and more with New York By Rail‘s “Visit Westchester” itinerary—great for a weekend away.
