The holidays are quickly approaching. With two high school teenagers, one of which has a part-time job, we have very limited time for holiday family outings. We recently were able to visit LUMAGICA at Harvest Moon and can highly recommend this holiday lights experience.
LUMAGICA is well-known for their illumination displays throughout Europe but have limited installations in the United States. This family-friendly holiday attraction takes place at two local New York locations: An Enchanted Forest at Harvest Moon Orchard in North Salem (Westchester County) and Winter Garden at Stone Ridge Orchard in Stone Ridge, NY (Ulster County). Each location features a different theme and elements!
LUMAGICA: An Enchanted Forest at Harvest Moon Orchard is a sight to see! The popular Westchester County orchard has been transformed into a magical forest. With over 750,000 lights in all different colors, it is a fun experience!
The lighted trail is over a half mile long and takes you through six different themed areas. Your walk will begin at the Enchanted Forest through the Magical Trees and will end at Treats and Sweets.
On your visit you’ll see trees filled with butterflies, giant candy canes, elephants and more. One of our favorite parts was the peacock light show which we were able to view while sitting on one of the many color changing benches.
The walk takes about 30-50 minutes, depending on how many stops and pictures you take. Visiting with my teenage daughter, we made many photo stops! It is a fully outdoor attraction so dress accordingly.
Beverages are available to purchase at the beginning, middle and end of the experience. Adults can enjoy hard cider, beer, mulled wine or spiked hot coffee or hot cocoa. Kids can enjoy hot cocoa, soda or water. Light wands are also available for purchase at the beginning of the walk.
Your visit doesn’t have to end after you walk through the Enchanted Forest. Food items like pretzels, fries, donuts, bratwurst, chicken tenders and veggie burgers are available for purchase.
There’s plenty of benches to sit at and eat and two fire pits to hang around and warm up.
LUMAGICA: An Enchanted Forest is a fun and enjoyable holiday experience. The enchanted forest was a unique theme and the bursts of color and lights will mesmerize guests of all ages. This was an outing that the whole family enjoyed and was a great kickoff to the holiday season! LUMAGICA: An Enchanted Forest is taking place now through December 30th.
The Details:
LUMAGICA: An Enchanted Forest at Harvest Moon Orchard
130 Hardscrabble Road
North Salem, NY 10560
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Tickets: prices range from $29.99-$39.99/adult, ages 14+ (dependent on date), $22.99-$32.99/ages 4-13, Free/children 3 and under
Family pass and group bundle pricing available
LUMAGICA Winter Garden at Stone Ridge Orchard
3012 State Rt. 213
Stone Ridge, NY 12484
*Winter Garden is taking place now through January 3, 2023
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Tickets: $25/ages 13+, $12/ages 3-12, Free/under 3
With two different story lines, you can visit both locations for a different experience!
Tips:
*Dress warmly! Hats, gloves and warm footwear encouraged!
*Although there is a set path, there are hills, uneven terrain and steps. This may make pushing a stroller difficult.
*Although the experience opens at 4 PM, I recommend going after sunset to get the full light experience.
*Make a day of it and enjoy lunch or dinner before or after your visit at one of these restaurants near Harvest Moon Orchard:
*Jaipore Royal Indian Cuisine
*Purdy’s Farmer & the Fish
*Primavera Restaurant and Bar
*The Blazer Pub
That looks amazing!!