October has arrived, which means it’s time to fully embrace fall! Enjoy the changing leaves. Bring out your cozy sweaters from last year. And most importantly, get ready to immerse yourself in fabulous fall fun on Staten Island! There is a slew of events and activities happening here to celebrate both Halloween and all things autumn, from pumpkin picking and corn mazes to spooky activities and other fall activities, and so much more! Here’s a list of our top picks for festive and family friendly events happening around the borough. Be sure to call in advance to make sure activities aren’t canceled due to weather and get the venue’s updated COVID safety requirements.
Fall Events in Staten Island
NYC Winter Lantern Festival
Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden • 1000 Richmond Terr.
718-425-3504
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When: Oct. 29-Jan. 9, 2022, Friday-Sunday, 4:30-9:30pm. At the peak of the holiday season, the NYC lantern festival will be open every night from Dec. 24-Jan. 2, 2022.
This holiday season will be merry and bright with the return of the NYC Winter Lantern Festival, featuring a breathtaking 8-acre light installation with brilliant displays of flowers, an open sky, and deep-sea adventures.
Want to go? Tickets are $24.99; $16.99 for children ages 3-12
Pumpkin Picking at Decker Farm
Decker Farm • 435 Richmond Hill Road, Staten Island
718-351-1611
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When: Weekends in October; 11am-5pm
Historic Richmond Town’s Decker Farm has an easy hay maze that’s perfect for toddlers and small children. Self-guided tours and hayrides available. Head over to the pumpkin patch, which features pumpkins of all shapes and sizes.
Want to go? $11; $5 ages 3-12; kids 2 and younger are free.
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Greenside Up Garden Center’s Pumpkin Patch Fun
Greenside Up Garden Center • 2777 Arthur Kill Rd., Staten Island
718-967-5039
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When: Oct. 1-31: Monday-Friday, 12-6pm; Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm
In addition to selecting the perfect pumpkin for their jack-o’-lanterns, kids can enjoy a corn maze, inflatables, pumpkin painting, games and prizes.
Want to go? Check the website for updated information.
Italian Festival at the Mount
Mount Loretto • 6581 Hylan, Blvd.
718-984-1500
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When: Oct. 8, 6-11pm; Oct. 9, 12-11pm; Oct. 10, 12-9pm; Oct. 11, 12-5pm
Celebrate Italian culture this fall at the Staten Island Italian Festival hosted by Catholic Charities of Staten Island. Activities include rides and games for kids, vendors, beer and sangria gardens, live music and lots of delicious eats.
Want to go? Admission is $5. Tickets can be purchased online.
Harvest Festival and Outdoor Market
Conference House Park • 298 Satterlee St.
718-984-6046
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When: Saturday, Oct. 9, 10am-4pm
Join the Conference House Park for its Harvest Festival that includes an outdoor market with lots of vendors.
Want to go? Admission is $5
Healthy Path Foundation’s Fall Festival
Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden • 1000 Richmond Terr.
718-425-3504
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When: Saturday, Oct. 16, 12-5pm
Enjoy this health and wellness event for children and families. There will be yoga classes, tips on learning healthy habits, music, organic food, soccer drills and art. The event will take place on Gazebo Lawn by Building K.
Want to go? Admission is free.
Clay Pit Ponds Harvest Festival
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve • 2351 Veterans Rd. W.
718-605-3970
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When: Saturday, Oct. 23, 11am-3pm
Join Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve for its 7th annual Harvest Festival. Activities include pumpkin carving, face painting, a puppet show, crafts, games and more. Bring clothes to make a scarecrow!
Want to go? Admission is free.
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Fall Festival at the Mount
Mount Loretto • 6581 Hylan Blvd.
718-984-1500
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When: Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23 and 24, 12-6pm both days.
Get ready to wander through an amazingly big pumpkin patch. The Fall Festival at Mount Loretto, hosted by Catholic Charities of Staten Island, will feature rides and games for kids, a beer garden, a DJ, and of course, lots of pumpkins!
Want to go? Tickets are $5.
Pumpkin Crafting
South Beach Library • 21-25 Robin Rd.
718-816-5834
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When: Tuesday, Oct. 26, 4-5pm
Celebrate pumpkin day and learn about shapes while creating a Jack-O-Lantern face from form pieces. For ages 4 and up.
Want to go? Admission is free.
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