Halloween is one of the most magical, mystical times of the year, attracting costumed folks with kids in tow and hastening one of the most indulgent seasons. Whether you're excited for pumpkin patches or trick or treating, the autumnal fun of Halloween is sure to make you psyched for the end of the year. If you live in New Jersey, you're not too far from a fantastically magical pumpkin experience - Wagner Farm Arboretum's Brite Nights in New Jersey. Located in the ever-beautiful town of Warren, everyone should visit this glowing spectacular at least once - it's among the best (non-scary) Halloween activities in the United States, making it great for the whole family. However, the Garden State has its own little pumpkin trail, providing plenty of family fun and it's the best pumpkin glow in New Jersey.

Welcome to Wagner Farm Arboretum, friends! This New Jersey gem is one of the most underrated and incredible spaces in the state. Plus, it boasts the best pumpkin glow in New Jersey.

Wagner Farm Arboretum offers over 92 acres of outdoor space including a giving garden, children's garden, and community garden. There are several trails to enjoy while strolling the grounds along with gardening classes! The arboretum is a non-profit organization and the Giving Garden produces vegetables dedicated to feeding families and individuals who do not have the resources to acquire a nutritional, healthy, and fresh meal.

They do a lot of good in the Garden State and raise money for their mission in several ways...

...including a packed event calendar that boasts fun festivals and experiences like Brite Nights, a fun experience that's hosted every year in October.

Brite Nites allows folks to indulge in an elaborate display of jack o' lanterns, intricately carved and designed by local crafts folk.

A garden path filled to the brim with pumpkin sculptures and pieces of pumpkin-based artwork is bound to astound you. Follow it once, twice, walk slowly. Experience and indulge in the incredible artistry. It's a fun experience that's engaging and appropriate for the whole family!

Can you imagine walking down the pumpkin path and marveling at all of the magnificent jack o' lanterns illuminating the night?

It's almost unreal. It's the best pumpkin glow in New Jersey, with no competition.

You'll see some truly terrific carvings!

Travel above and under the ocean, past pirates and giant serpents and through the Wild West, looking out for famous people on the way. Your journey will take you through a multitude of amazing scenes that our artists have created using pumpkins.

What can you expect? According to the Wagner Farms Arboretum website, quite a bit.

Make sure that you don't miss out on the quirky "Barn of Fear" experience, filled with eerie ghouls, vampires, zombies and ghosts. Yikes! There's nothing like a good and creepy Halloween scare.

This truly is the best pumpkin glow in New Jersey! And while the pumpkins are pretty, there's even more fun to be had...

Make sure you stop for snacks like deep-fried Oreos at one of the food trucks located outside. Of course, keep in mind that you'll have to bring cash! This fun experience is definitely worth the investment for the whole family, and it comes highly recommended as the best pumpkin glow in New Jersey. Does it get any better than that...?

Held for four weekends each October; the dates are Oct. 7-9, 14-16, 21-23, and 28-30, 2021. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time online. Make sure that you plan ahead of time for your timed entry. For updates and to learn more about the best pumpkin glow in New Jersey, check out the Wagner Farm Arboretum website and Facebook page.