Croton-on-Hudson · every October
The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze 2026
The Hudson Valley's iconic after-dark walk through thousands of hand-carved jack o'lanterns at Van Cortlandt Manor. Select evenings from mid-September through early November; timed-entry tickets, advanced purchase only.
What to expect
An after-dark walk through thousands of hand-carved jack o'lanterns at Van Cortlandt Manor, mid-September through early November. Select evenings, open every night in October; timed-entry tickets from $24, advanced purchase only — the Blaze sells out most weekend nights. Warm layers and flashlights-off (the art needs the dark).
Quick questions
- When is The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze?
- Usually held in October. This year's exact dates appear above as soon as the organizer announces them.
- Where is it held?
- Van Cortlandt Manor, Croton-on-Hudson.
- Is it good for kids?
- The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze is a New York City family guide — it is picked with kids in mind. The event listing above shows age guidance when the organizer provides it.
Dates for the next edition are usually announced closer to October. Until then, see what's on this weekend in New York City.
Updated October 25, 2026 — this guide refreshes whenever the organizer announces dates.