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.
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Updated October 11, 2026 — this guide refreshes whenever the organizer announces dates.