Rising up from the grounds of a historic Hudson Valley mansion is a Halloween display that transports you into a magical world. Your walk through the grounds is filled with the artistry of over 7000 carved pumpkins that have been curated into a fantasy of light and sound.
The ultimate fall experience in the Hudson Valley has returned. The Great Jack O Lantern Blaze kicks off the fall season and runs through November 8th 2026. A great event for all ages.
Located on the grounds of an 18th-century estate on the banks of the Croton River in Westchester, Van Cortlandt Manor is the perfect setting this very popular event. Enter through an arched gate of lit and carved pumpkins and begin your journey along dark paths lit with lanterns and a plethora of beautifully crafted displays. The mood has been set for an event like no other. Photos do not do justice to this amazing display.
Artists have been at hard at work carving lanterns thousands of pumpkins and transforming this historic site into a magical Halloween world. Guests will marvel at the pumpkin lit tunnel, bridges, a windmill celebrating New York’s Dutch heritage, the pumpkin circus, Celtic knot designs play tribute to the ancient traditions from whence Halloween started. All these amazing creations have been crafted with lit Jack O’ Lanterns.
Visitors will enjoy a dazzling display of, flowers, fish, and traditional jack O’ Lanterns, The Headless Horseman, ghosts, scarecrows, dinosaurs,fairy tales, and the Wizard of OZ are all on display. The tour winds its way to the historic manor house where a pumpkin DJ hosts a party complete with a light show and smoke machines. A sight not to miss!
There are plenty of photo ops all through the event. This year the Goblet Tavern (additional ticket cost) provides a cozy spot to rest and savor a drink halfway through the display. As well there are beverages for purchase and some unique gifts at the merchandise shops.
This is a great event to celebrate fall in the Hudson Valley! It will definitely get you in the festive mood.
Proceeds from your ticket purchase support the education and preservation efforts of Historic Hudson Valley.
For tickets and more information: https://pumpkinblaze.org/blaze-hudson-valley.html
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