Pumpkin Nights the nighttime family Halloween spectacular is returning to the Bronx Zoo on select evenings this fall! Follow an expanded and enhanced animal-themed illuminated jack o’ lantern trail plus enjoy MORE live pumpkin carving MORE Wildlife Theater MORE games and MORE fun than ever before.
That’s a lot of Pumpkins-
Pumpkin Nights will feature gorgeous scenes of more than 5000 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.
Event Highlights:
- Watch as expert pumpkin carvers create amazing animal images.
- Enjoy Wildlife Theater and family-favorite outdoor games.
- Even MORE local food trucks will be on-hand than last year with more treats and refreshment available for purchase.
Event Schedule:
*Thursdays — Sundays*
September 26 - October 13 • 7-10 PM*
October 17 — October 27 • 6:30-10 PM*
*Last entry 9PM
This year's festivities include an expanded and enhanced jack-o'-lantern trail that stretches for half a mile. As you walk through the experience you'll be met with atmospheric sounds music costumed characters fog bubbles and colored lights. Last year's carved creations included a furry bear a wrinkly elephant and a dramatically decorated leopard.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460, United States
