Dakota’s is turning its Throggs Neck space into a weekend pumpkin patch throughout October. Admission is free, so you can stop by for the music and fall atmosphere without buying a ticket; pumpkins, food, and drinks are sold separately.
What to know
- When: Saturdays and Sundays, noon–4 p.m., Oct. 3–31
- Exception: The patch is closed Oct. 24
- Where: Dakota’s, 3154 Harding Avenue, Bronx
- Admission: Free; pay for pumpkins, food, and drinks
- Activities: Pick-your-own pumpkins, pumpkin painting, apple cider donuts, and live music
- Who: Families and dogs are welcome
- Weather: The event is weather permitting; check the organizer’s site before leaving
It is a neighborhood-scale alternative to making an all-day trip outside the city for a pumpkin patch. The transparent pricing matters: walking in is free, while the traditional pumpkin-and-cider part costs only if you choose it.
With multiple dates, there is no need to treat opening weekend as the only shot. Just remember the Oct. 24 exception and confirm the day’s status if the weather looks questionable.