Pumpkin Point on Governors Island
Governors Island
Governors Island
New York NY
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Suggested Ages: All, Adult Friendly
Pick from thousands of pumpkins in historic Nolan Park surrounded by beautiful fall foliage and the village-like atmosphere of former officer’s homes. Enjoy live music, pumpkin painting and costume-making with the Children’s Museum of the Arts, a fall beer garden and tasty treats including warm cider, mini pumpkin pies, “ghoulash” by Island vendor Little Eva’s, Blue Marble ice cream and more. Bring your freshly picked pumpkin at Adventures at Governors Island to receive a special discount on the Adventure Combo.
Stick around for more pumpkin fun in Night of 1,000 Jack O’Lanterns
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