Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze Sets Fall 2021 Schedule For HV, LI

NEW YORK — It's time to make reservations to see the Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze, which returns from late September into early November in two locations: the original in the Hudson Valley and for a second year on Long Island.

Blaze: Hudson Valley returns to its location at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson for a 17th year and Blaze: Long Island returns to Old Bethpage Village Restoration in Old Bethpage after a successful launch in 2020.

The folks at Historic Hudson Valley, creators of both Blazes, say this year will be bigger and better than ever. Each will feature thousands of hand-carved jack o’lanterns lit up in elaborate displays throughout historic landscapes. New displays this year at Blaze: Hudson Valley include a New York City streetscape and an immersive river walk-through experience. At Blaze: Long Island, visitors will see a brand-new 80-foot circus train and be enchanted by a new sea monster and more creatures from under the ocean.

• Blaze: Hudson Valley will run for a record 59 nights from Sept. 17 through Nov. 21.
• Blaze: Long Island will run for 36 nights from Sept. 22 through Nov. 7.

For the health and safety of visitors, capacity has been reduced to ensure social distancing, as HHV’s experiences are largely outdoors and touch-free.

Also, while masks are not required for vaccinated visitors while on the grounds, but will be required when entering buildings at our sites, such as restrooms or shops. Visitors who are not vaccinated are required to wear masks at all times.

Visitors should consult hudsonvalley.org for the most current requirements.

Blaze: Hudson Valley’s Founding Sponsor is Entergy; Presenting Sponsor is Westchester Medical Center; and Contributing Sponsors are J.P. Morgan Chase and Edge-on-Hudson. Blaze: Long Island’s Exclusive Financial Services Sponsor is JPMorgan; Contributing Sponsor is National Grid.

All events are held rain or shine. Proceeds support Historic Hudson Valley, the Tarrytown-based private, non-profit educational organization that owns and operates several National Historic Landmarks.