Halloween Events in NYC
As Fall descends upon us it is time to gear up for Halloween! To get some inspiration for your costume we are highlighting some great outdoor events happening in the area that are guaranteed to get you in the Halloween spirit.
Fall-O-Ween
The New York Botanical Garden is NYC’s pumpkin headquarters this fall! The tricks and treats of the season come to life with plentiful pumpkins, gourds, and fall flowers—and all sorts of fun-filled activities to celebrate this season of frights and foliage. Day or night, there’s something for everyone as we offer special weekends and pumpkin carving face-offs, as well as the return of our popular beer sampling event, Bales & Ales. Enjoy an evening light trail on select nights for kids (and adults!) to show off their Halloween costumes in New York City’s most beautiful landscape, and savor the season as autumn in the Bronx brings vibrant color to your backyard.
Tickets: HERE
Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
On a dark, cool night, under the glow of the moon…the New York Botanical Garden comes alive with the magic of Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail. Join Jack Skellington, Sally, and Zero on a walk of wonders, as your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the immortal film come to life amongst the leaves of New York’s most treasured garden. You’ll marvel at this first-ever spectacle that illuminates the art of the classic film against a backdrop of botanical beauty—a must-see New York event for anyone who loves all things seasonal, festive, and fun.
Tickets: HERE
Pumpkin Nights at the Bronx Zoo
Pumpkin Nights will feature gorgeous scenes of more than 5,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns, together with atmospheric sounds, music, costumed characters, fog, bubbles, and colored lights, to provide a festive family atmosphere as you follow a half-mile trail to holiday excitement right here in NYC. Explore diverse and beautiful new biomes, including bioluminescent bays, Amazon rainforests, Arctic winter, and many others.
Tickets: HERE
Jimmy Fallon’s Tonightmares
Step into a haunted maze experience like no other with Jimmy Fallon’s Tonightmares! For a limited time, Rockefeller Center is home to ten spine-chilling rooms that bring Jimmy’s nightmares to life. Jimmy Fallon’s Tonightmares promises an unforgettable night of fright and thrills. Perfect for groups of friends and family seeking a truly unique adventure in New York - this is the ultimate labyrinth of fear you don’t want to miss. As you venture through each meticulously crafted area, prepare to encounter an array of sinister characters— run from a deranged and diabolical mad scientist, malfunctioning murder robots, a terrifying werewolf, and other nightmarish creatures. Each room is more horrifying than the last, with unnerving surprises lurking around every corner. An all-new haunted maze experience open select nights September 20 - October 31. Get your tickets now to Jimmy Fallon’s Tonightmares. Are you brave enough to face his fears?
Tickets: HERE
The Great Jack O’ Lantern Blaze
Bigger, brighter, and better than ever before...experience thousands of hand-carved jack o’lanterns illuminating the night. Immerse yourself in larger-than-life displays, complete with special effects and an all-original soundtrack. Since 2005, visitors of all ages have been wowed by this magical walk-through experiene. There are two historic locations, in Westchester County at Van Cortlandt Manor (Croton-on-Hudson, NY) and in Nassau County at Old Bethpage Village Restoration (Old Bethpage, NY).
Tickets: HERE
Contributor — Torrey Abbott