Get lost (and found again) at one of these epically fun corn mazes all located in the Bay area
Getting lost in a corn maze or a hay maze is practically a childhood rite of passage (along with a road trip to leaf peep some nearby fantastic fall foliage) and with these locations in the Bay Area, there’s so many fun mazes to choose from. Try your navigation skills at a world-record holding maze that (might) take you and the kids hours to find your way out. Or, for something a little less intense, check out the assortment of mini mazes created especially for shorter legs.
And don’t forget, there are night mazes and a minotaur maze that will increase the fall fun factor. A bunch of these spots also double as u-pick fruit and veggie spots, pumpkin patches as well as your go-to source for festive fall activities so if you want to get your fall fix all in one spot, these family-friendly farms featuring corn mazes and hay mazes were made just for you.
Webb Ranch: Haunted house inside the corn maze? Yep, this spot has that plus more! In addition to the maze, there is over 30 acres to explore, and kids can let off steam in the jumpy houses before picking their pumpkins. They also offer train rides, hay rides, pony rides, a petting zoo, a bird zoo and a reptile zoo. Weekend visits are by reservation only.
Arata's Pumpkin Farm: See if you can beat the Minotaur's Labyrinth two-acre hay maze! A visit to Arata’s Farm in the Bay Area's pumpkin capital, Half Moon Bay, is a whole day event with train rides, a petting zoo, pony rides and more. Combine all the attractions in an all-access pass or pay for individual tickets but make sure to take a pumpkin home.
When:Oct. 1 through the end of the season Hours: Sun.-Thur. 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
G & M Farms: Nestled in gorgeous Livermore Valley, G & M Farms has a 6-acre corn maze plus an enormous pumpkin patch and fresh produce you can take home. Weekend activities include pony rides, a cow train, pedal cart and jumping pillows (think: large, inflatable pillow the kids can jump on till they’re tired).
Spina Farms: This spot is a South Bay tradition and for good reason—it has something for everyone. Pick a sunflower, get lost in the corn maze (according to the site, “This year our maze has doubled in size and features an all-new layout to find your way out of!”), ride their Spina Double Express Train for the whole family, let a pumpkin rip from their Pumpkin blaster cannon or let your littlest pumpkin have their own ride in their barrel train.
When: Sept. 26-Oct. 31 Hours: 9 a.m-5 p.m and then later hours as the it gets closer to Halloween
Gilroy Ostrich Farm is currently closed for renovations. Will update once we have more information. Gilroy Ostrich Farm: This spot is the only only one on this list that involves ostriches—and the largest farm of ostriches in the state of California to boot! Make sure to see the ostriches, get your pumpkin and let the kids run through the hay bale maze.
Swank Farms Fall Experience: If there were ever a one-stop shop for fall festivities, this would be it! In addition to a corn maze and pumpkin patches, you will find pig races, a hay jump, gem mining, bouncy houses, a jumping pillow and…. beer! Still looking for fun? Try the family-friendly Trail of Lights & Field of Frights which is a magically light journey through the farm.
When: Oct. 1-31 Hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (Fri-Sun); Various hours on other days
Santa Rosa Patch: Not to be outdone by anyone, this 8-acre corn maze has two different routes so it's perfect for kids of all ages. The short route takes about 25 minutes while the longer route can take up to an hour with night mazes open until 10 p.m. on Fri. & Sat. This spot also has a pumpkin patch, inflatable jumping pillow, petting zoo, hay ride, u-pick sunflower fields to fill your day.
Good to Know: The corn maze closes 45 minutes before the pumpkin patch closes.
When: Oct. 7 through the end of the season Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Fri. 11 a.m.-10:00 p.m; Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Petaluma Pumpkin Patch & Amazing Corn Maze: Farm animals, a bouncy house, pony rides and food vendors on the weekends will keep the entire family entertained. The 4-acre maze with 10-foot tall corn stalks and only one way out is open daily. If you're looking for something more challenging, check out the night maze—open on Fri. and Sat. nights (kids 15 and under must stay with an adult inside the night maze).
When: Sept. 30 through the end of the season Hours: Daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; night maze is open 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Cool Patch Pumpkins: Holding a world record for the largest corn maze, every year the corn maze is new and completely unique. This year they are honoring the hard work and dedication that it takes to be a modern day farmer. Did you know that in the 1800s, 90-percent of the US population lived on farms? Today it is around one-percent.
Whether your crew chooses to use a map as a guide or attempts to do it on their own, fun hours are guaranteed. Littles can tackle the mini-maze on site and enjoy the pedal cars.
When: Sept. 24 until the season is over Hours: 9 a.m.- 8 p.m.
Nicasio Valley Pumpkin Patch: We love this spot up north because it has 12-acres to explore plus a massively-fun hay maze for kids age seven to age 97, plus a hay pit for toddlers. Weekends include face painting, live music, and petting zoos—all of which will work up a big appetite for their on-site BBQ and ice cream.
Three Nunns Farm: A tractor ride (for a fee) takes your family to this beautiful property with corn mazes and a pumpkin patch. The kids can then be let loose in the five acre corn maze while a mini-maze promises to be more relaxing for the younger ones. In addition to pumpkins, U-pick and pre-picked produce is also on hand for purchase.
Dell'Osso Family Farm: This spot is about 90 minutes east of Fremont and totally worth the drive for a day of fall fun. Your daily wristband gets you into the massive corn maze as well as on other attractions like the hay ride, Dell'Osso Express train, tire pile and more. Upgrade your day to try out the ziplines and pony ride. Don't forget to come back here in the winter to ride the snow tubes!
Spring has sprung in NYC, and that means the city is soon going to be full of flowers. From cherry trees in Central Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, to displays of daffodils, tulips and more at parks in every borough, Mother Nature is giving us lots of reasons to get out of the house with kids and soak up some sun. Read on to find out where, and when to catch the best spring flowers in bloom in NYC.
Manhattan
Central Park
Central Park's massive size and diverse topography provides a wide variety of places to see flowers in bloom.
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir Bridle Path: In early and mid-April you'll find a stunning display of cherry trees in bloom along the reservoir. Enter at 90th and Fifth at the Engineers' Gate and walk north.
Pilgrim Hill: Popular with sledders in winter, this spot at E. 72nd and Fifth is also a prime place to see Yoshino cherry trees in bloom in mid-April.
Swedish Cottage (Marionette Theater): This famous venue is charming any time of year, but in April and May, when the surrounding landscape is dotted tulips, daffodils and other spring bulbs, it looks straight out of a fairy tale. Find it on the Park's west side near 79th Street.
Cherry Hill: A gentle slope named for the trees that bloom delicate white and pink flowers Cherry Hill overlooks the park's lake. It's mid-park at 72nd Street.
If you're looking for something specific, check out the Central Park Conservancy's Bloom & Tree Guide, which you can search by plant, type, month and more.
Riverside Park
Janet Lombardo
This large park along the west side of Manhattan runs from 72nd Street up to 158th Street, and you can find lots of fabulous displays at various points. Check out:
Sakura Park at 122nd St: Named for the cherry trees you'll find in bloom here, usually in mid-April
83rd Street: near Mt. Tom and Warsaw Ghetto Memorial
91st Street, at the Promenade: The Garden People’s Garden is a community garden that has been maintained by volunteers for decades And if you keep walking north, you’ll come up to Crabapple Grove, which has gorgeous blossoms in the spring)
Hudson River Park
Max Guliani for Hudson River Park
Spanning 550 acres along the west side of Manhattan (from the northern end of Battery Park City to W. 59th Street in Hell's Kitchen), Hudson River Park offers four miles of waterside recreation.
Find out what's in bloom at any given time in the park with the Hudson River Park Conservancy's Bloom Guide, which you can find here.
March typically brings Star Magnolias and Saucer Magnolias, and cherry trees should be blooming in early April, along with tulips. (You can see 2021's bloom timetable here.)
Another spot to catch some cherry trees in bloom is Randall's Island. The island's display is so impressive there is a Cherry Blossom Festival here, as well. (No plans for a 2021 fest though.) The cherry trees of different species start blooming in early April and continue through the month and into May. You can see a guide to the Island's cherry tree bloom here.
Sprawling over 600 acres, this Olmsted & Vaux urban green space includes open spaces, woodsy enclaves and waterside spots. (Not to mention lots of places to play.)
You can see what's in bloom in Prospect Park thanks to the Prospect Park Alliance's spring bloom guide.
Highlights include:
Grand Army Plaza: Early spring brings early-blooming cherry trees, tulips and daffodils; later you'll see Eastern redbuds, and pink, late-blooming cherry trees.
LeFrak Center at Lakeside: Find an early spring display of bright yellow and orange Witch Hazel here. With warmer temps in April comes a profusion of white blossoms from Serviceberry, Chokeberry, Witch Alder, and Foxglove Beardtongue. Late spring brings a final act of flowering dogwoods and dewberries.
Litchfield Villa: In front of this stately pre-Civil War era mansion on Prospect Park West, you'll find Carmen’s Garden, which features an impressive tulip display in April. May brings pink and white blossoms of crabapple and hawthorn trees, with an assist from colorful annuals. In back of the building you'll find Korean dogwood trees with cream-colored flowers.
Long Meadow: A popular spot for lounging, sunbathing and picnicking, the Long Meadow is also home to several kids of fragrant flowering trees. At the north end, peach and white magnolia and dogwood trees bloom in early spring, and later lilacs bloom along with hanging yellowwood blooms.
Not too far from Prospect Park is the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, home to one of the biggest cherry blossom festivals in the city, which takes place in mid-April. No word on if that is happening in 2022, but hours are extended from April 15-May 15 to allow extra time to enjoy the cherry blossoms. (Want to know when the trees will bloom? It's not an exact science, but this may help. Many continue into May. For the latest on what trees have bloomed check out this bloom tracker which is updated daily.)
Early spring brings lots of other gorgeous blooms though: the garden's display of magnolia trees is gorgeous and luxurious, and you can see many, many spring bulbs here, such as daffodils, crocuses, snowdrops and tiny dutch irises. Also in April, the tulip display around the garden's central pool is striking.
Lilacs start in April and go through June, depending on the variety.
990 Washington Ave. Crown Heights 718-623-7200 Online: bbg.org
Green-wood Cemetery
Amy Nieporent
Founded in 1838 and now a National Historic Landmark, Green-wood Cemetery welcomes the public seven days a week. Its 478 acres are filled with natural beauty in the form of towering trees, flowering shrubs, blooming perennials and returning bulbs. It is another place you'll find gorgeous cherry trees in bloom in April and May; look for them in the areas of Valley Water and Battle Hill. To make navigating the cemetery easier, download the Green-wood app, which includes maps and lots of info and media (video, audio) on the history, nature and art of the Landmark.
500 25th St. 718-210-3080 Windsor Terrace Online: green-wood.com
As one would expect, the New York Botanical Garden is a spectacular place to see spring (and summer!) blooms. (The Garden's annual Orchid Show, featuring Jeff Leatham's Kaleidoscope, is also on display until May 1.)
The Garden's impressive collection of daffodils numbers is literally the hundreds of thousands, and you can find the yellow flowers in several places here. and don’t miss In April, Daffodil Hill is covered with them, and you'll find many antique cultivars that were planted in the early 20th century. The Rock Garden is home to tiny species of daffodils no more than three inches high, still more varieties can be found on the Daylily/Daffodil Walk, and Daffodil Valley is where the Murray Liasson Narcissus Collection is located. See how far along the daffodil bloom is with the Garden's Daffodil Tracker.
You'll find all kinds of spring-flowering trees here, including crabapple, magnolia and cherry trees, and Mother's Day is about when the NYBG Azalea Garden puts on an amazing display. (You can follow the azalea bloom with this tracker.)
The lilac collection, which blooms in early and late spring thanks to a wide variety of plants, dates to 1896 and has been a popular draw for more than a hundred years. It was expanded in 2016.
This public garden and cultural center in the Bronx has extended its hours for spring from 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. It's a pleasure to visit any season, but spring highlights are tulips, magnolias, trillium and glory-of-the-snow.
Wav Hill hosts many programs for kids and families including weekly family art projects, bird-watching, and more.
Note that you must reserve tickets in advance to visit Wave Hill.
Spring at The Queens Botanical Garden brings blooming cherry trees on Cherry Circle, magnolias on Magnolia Path, vibrant displays of daffodils and tulips, viburnum, dogwood, eastern redbud and more. To see what's blooming when, click here.
Not too far from the Queens Botanical Garden is Flushing Meadows Corona Park, the former site of the 1939 and 1964 World's Fair. The park's impressive Unisphere is surrounded by scores of flowering trees throughout April, and there's lots more to explore once you've taken in the display. Check out the New York Hall of Science, the Queens Museum, the Queens Zoo,
This 83-acre campus on Staten Island is home to numerous cultural institutions and gardens, including The New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden (NYCSG), one of two authentic classical outdoor Chinese gardens built in the United States. Built entirely with architectural elements created in Suzhou, China, the NYCSG puts on a beautiful show in spring with flowering magnolias, cherries, mahonia, jasmine, and redbud. Much of Snug Harbor is free to explore, but admission to NYCSG is $5 per person, with kids under five admitted for free. (Staten Island residents are free the first Saturday of every month.)
Another must with kids is the Connie Gretz Secret Garden, an enclosed space with a shrub maze and three towers that resemble castle turrets. It is inspired by the book The Secret Garden and admission is $3 for kids and free for adults accompanied by a child. (It recently has only been open on Sundays.)
Need more to explore? Check out the Staten Island Museum, the Staten Island Children’s Museum and the Noble Maritime Collection, all of which are also at Snug Harbor.
1000 Richmond Terr. 718-425-3504 Staten Island Online: snug-harbor.org
If you just can’t wait for spring break, these off-the-beaten-path destinations close to Atlanta will satisfy your craving to get off your beaten path and explore—without too much of a time or money commitment. Buckle up for an adventure at a local Stonehenge, a little White House, or a general hospital for Cabbage Patch Dolls, and more. Who knew Georgia was so weird, or wonderful?
Expedition Bigfoot in Blue Ridge is dedicated to providing evidence for the existence of Bigfoot (aka Sasquatch). Either from personal experience and encounters to witness testimony and evidence, this mountain museum leaves the question of Bigfoot's existence up to you. Whether you’re a skeptic, believer or “knower,” all are welcome.
Charlemagne’s Kingdom, an Alpine Model Railroad Museum in the Georgia Mountains, features HO Scale German Model Railroads in a 50-foot exhitbit that depicts the various terrain and architecture of Germany. While you're in Helen, don't miss out on other fun Bavarian-inspired activities to round out your visit.
Giant slabs of stone with different languages written on them standing upright in the middle of the countryside? Stonehenge, right? Nope! Elberton. A mysterious person under the name of R.C. Christian hired Elberton Granite Finishing Company to build the structure, which has 10 guidelines or rules in 8 different languages. You'll find these guidelines in English, Spanish, Swahili, Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Chinese, and Russian. To the left of the stone there is a tablet that states the astronomical features of the tablet and an apparent time capsule buried 6 feet below the monument. Also, on the tablet, it says “Let these be guidelines to the age of reason” and around it has 4 different ancient writing languages including Babylonian, Greek, Sanskrit, and Egyptian. So go. Check it out. You'll leave scratching your head but it's certainly a fun mystery to experience.
1031 Guidestones Rd. Elberton, GA 30635 706-283-2551 Online:exploregeorgia.org
Old Car City is “the largest open-air classic car museum in the world” which started as a car dealership in 1931 and is now a post-apocalyptic forest of rusting vehicles. While it doesn't sound classically beautiful, the mixture of rust, reforestation, and occasional surprises of vibrant vinyl or car paint combines to make an altogether unusually pretty (and cool) environment to explore. You can also find funky signs and a large styrofoam cup art gallery. Definitely head here if you're in the mood for a little bit of quirk, but expect to pay a bundle. Guests can be charged up to $30 to enter, depending on your age and whether you want to take a photo while there.
3098 Hwy. 411 NE White, GA 30184 770-382-6141 Online:oldcarcityusa.com
In Atlanta, there is a house that is exactly identical to the White House in Washington D.C. Built buy Fred Milani, this 3/4-scale model of the White House was his tribute to democracy and the United States, his adopted home after fleeing from Iran in 1979. With a replica of the Oval Office, a movie theater, a replica of Lincoln's bedroom, and a copy of the Emancipation Proclamation, this real-estate novelty was foreclosed upon in 2011 but still stands in Druid Hills.
Head to North Georgia to see the hospital where all Cabbage Patch Dolls get their starts. Babyland General Hospital was created when doll creator Xavier Roberts converted a former clinic into the original hospital space. Now, you can meet the hospital staff, watch a cabbage patch doll be born in the patch, and adopt your own doll during your visit.
This volunteer-build roadside attraction offers 50 structures made out of tiny stones, shells, and fragments of pottery for visitors to marvel at behind the Calhoun Seventh Day Adventist Church. You'll find Cinderella's castle, the Coliseum, Notre Dame cathedral, houses, and more. It's a lot like seeing a sandcastle, but off the interstate, and made out of rocks.
As most of us learned last year, you can’t stop Halloween in NYC—even if it means elaborate candy-delivery systems to keep things safe! (If you do decide to venture out this year, take precautions—like wearing a mask—to stay healthy.) Looking for some Halloween costume inspiration? We of course love a good New York City-themed costume, and have rounded up our favorite ideas for 2021. From family costumes to baby costumes and lots of easy costumes, this is how to show your NYC pride!
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Katy Walter
Channeling your inner RBG is never a bad idea. The Supreme Court Justice hailed from Flatbush, Brooklyn, and it's easy enough to pull together a costume on your own, but you can also get the basics here. Of course, another option is to go the Notorious RBG route and add a slightly askew gold crown. And for the first-timer? Can't go wrong with this.
P.S. Let's not forget that Supreme Court Justice Sonya Sotomayor is also an NYC native, who was born and raised in the South Bronx—so you have your choice of impressive jurists!
King Kong Tableau
photo: Ashley Bailey
Have a few trick or treaters you need to outfit? A trio of the Empire State Building, King Kong and damsel in distress (or not) is a formidable ensemble. This particular iteration is the work of Ashley Bailey, the inspired Atlanta area photographer and mom behind the site "Stellaween." The month-long celebration of October's biggest day started with Bailey dressing and documenting daughter Stella in a new homemade costume each day, with a pair of twins joining in a few years ago. (You can see Bailey's shots of other people's kids at her site, September Morn Photography.)
Little Island
Vy H. Via Yelp
A little high concept and definitely not for the crafting-challenged? Sure, but we think a whole bunch of plastic funnels with some little trees and people on them would be instantly recognizable.
Ghostbuster
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Genius sibling idea! Get a brown jumpsuit, a backpack, some hose and a DIY Ghostbusters patch and you're good to go. For a family costume, incorporate Slimer, the Stay-Puft Marshmallow man, Zuul, etc.
Even though it involves some potentially messy bronze face makeup and maybe spraypainting some clothes, we think it could be worth the trouble. We bet you know a fearless girl or two who could rock this costume hard. Bonus points if you do a family theme with other members taking on the roles of the Charging Bull, a tourist, stock trader, etc.
New York's Finest
photo: Ashley Bailey
We don't mean any disrespect. Of course cops don't just sit around eating donuts. But how cute is this costume? NYPD for the win!
Hipster
photo: Ashley Bailey
Another costume idea that's open to a lot of interpretation, the Hispter is a little more subtle. This is Bailey's take on it, and we think the mustache solution she came up with is genius.
An MTA train car is a quintessential NYC choice for Halloween, and it's a project, but an easy one. Nice touches include personalizing with your neighborhood's main line, or with your child's initial. (Yes, there can be an "H" or "T" train.) Pizza Rat really takes this version over the top.
Statue of Liberty
East Midtown Partnership
Another costume that's simple, easy, instantly recognizable, and can be worn with absolutely anything underneath. An aqua-colored sheet, foam crown and torch and you're done.
Sesame Street
Ashley Bailey
Why pick one character from the Street when you can be all of them and the Street itself?
Another, more subversive take on the Sesame Street crowd, the Times Square Elmo is easy to achieve. You just need an Elmo costume that looks a little...wrong. Thrift stores are filled with Elmo costumes that have seen better days. Give your child a five-dollar bill and a bad attitude and you're all set.
OK, obviously this is not a costume applicable to NYC alone, but we're going to claim it because A.) New Yorkers have to be some of the most phone-dependent beings and B.) this costume is so cute, easy, and a dream to get around.
We're betting at least one kid in the Bronx or Queens steps out in this. (If you see them, please send photos.) A hard sell? Maybe. But maybe not—AOC is pretty inspiring. A nice companion to Fearless Girl, this is super easy to pull together (especially if your kid has long dark hair). Still, some bright red lipstick, a House of Representatives Seal or Green New Deal material, and you're good to go.
Naked Cowboy
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Easy. Hilarious. Cute. What more could you ask for? Obviously an indoor costume only, this one is perfect for your diaper-wearing tot. Just scrawl "Naked Cowboy" on his (or her) butt, throw on some kiddie cowboy boots, a hat and ukulele and call it a night.
On Apr. 15, the brand is asking fans to become the ultimate detective and solve the new SOUR PATCH KIDS flavor. Did we mention there’s also a chance to win $50,000?
So how does it work? First, purchase the new Mystery flavor packs at retailers nationwide to get a taste. Then, head to Mystery.SourPatchKids.com submit your guess and enter for a chance to win $50,000 and other instant prizes.
Fan will need to keep an eye out on those crazy KIDS, who will be dropping clues of the mystery flavor on SOUR PATCH KIDS packaging, social media channels and in-store displays. In addition, the Mystery Kid will take over the SOUR PATCH KIDS social media channels and reveal new clues every week from Apr. 15 through July.
In August, one winner will win the $50,000 grand prize when SOUR PATCH KIDS reveals the mystery flavor.
You can’t order a Unicorn Frappuccino anymore, but there are still plenty of magical, sparkly foods to try! Unicorn-inspired treats are here to stay, and we’ve rounded up some of the most enchanted and colorful recipes around. Check out these fun foods that will have your kids prancing with happiness.
For a gorgeous rainbow treat that works for all dietary needs, check out this frozen yogurt unicorn bark by Cara at Fork & Beans. The allergen-friendly food site has you covered when you need fun and delicious meals that everyone can eat. Get the sprinkles ready and check out the yummy recipe right here.
What’s better than homemade fudge? How about purple, white chocolate Unicorn Fudge? We’re digging this bright and sweetly fantastic treat by Lindsay at Sprinkles for Breakfast. Learn how to make your own batch by clicking here.
As close to drinking liquid magic as you can get! Your little unicorn fans will absolutely love this gorgeous pink hot chocolate topped with a handful of sprinkles and marshmallows by Love and Olive Oil. Click here to get the recipe.
I scream, you scream and everyone will be screaming for these adorable unicorn ice cream treats by Jennifer at The Craft Patch. With a swirly dipped cone horn, an ordinary dish of ice cream is transformed into a show-stopping creation, perfect for birthday parties or just an extra-special treat! Get the full recipe here.
If unicorns could bake, we bet they’d make these fluffy, rainbow-tinted meringues with chocolate and sprinkles. Thanks to Heather at Sprinkle Bakes, now you and the kids can whip up a batch of your own. Click here to get the recipe for this sweet summertime delight.
Abracadabra! These beautiful noodles change colors right before your eyes. Kids will love watching the special effect at mealtime, and adults will love the all-natural ingredients. A.J. of The Indigo Kitchen created this stunning recipe, truly fit for all the little unicorns in your house. Grab the recipe by clicking here.
Give a little extra sparkle to breakfast time with these frosted rainbow pop tarts by Sam of Aww Sam. With a flaky crust, sweet icing and a handful of colorful sprinkles, this recipe is sure to bring a morning full of smiles. Check out the recipe here.
You’ve never seen bread like this before! A slice of this bright rainbow bread with icing and sprinkles has serious wow factor. Check out this recipe from Catalina at Peas & Peonies, and take your bread to the next level of fantastical fun. You can learn how to make your own right here.
Hide the dishes! 2020 was all about Minnie Mouse Main Attraction but Stitch is about to change all that in the new year.
Stitch Crashes Disney is the new continuity series to hit shopDisney, Disney store and Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort and Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort. Every third Saturday of each month the monthly collection that features plush and pins will release to fans of the OG film from 2002. Keep scrolling to see the collection so far!
Stitch Crashes Beauty & the Beast
In typical Stitch form, the lovable character will be crashing classic Disney Animated films all throughout the year. First up, Stitch can be found sneaking into Disney’s Beauty and the Beast 30th anniversary with merch that features the film’s iconic roses and stained-glass artwork.
Stitch Crashes Lady and the Tramp
Last month, Stitch went head to head with Beauty and the Beast, and this month, the naughty character is in all sorts of spaghetti trouble. Inspired by the sweet scene we all know from Lady and the Tramp, Stitch ($29) is covered in all things noodles this month.
Stitch is made with satin, has an embroidered foot patch and comes with a "pile" of spaghetti with a meatball on top of his head. For a limited time, you can shop this month's collection of a plush, pin ($25), Magic Band and an assortment of apparel.
Stitch Crashes The Lion King
Stitch is at it again! The mischievous creatures has now crashed The Lion King! This month, you'll find a Stitch plush covered in a tribal pattern with adorable bugs on his head.
Other items in this month's release include a customizable mug ($16.95), a jumbo pin ($24.99) and apparel items.
Wondering what’s coming in the next few months? Per shopDisney, it looks like Stitch will be crashing The Little Mermaid, Pinocchio and Aladdin!
Gearing up for the rainy season doesn’t have to be dreary, especially with the new Hunter x Peter Rabbit 2 collection! The famous footwear brand has launched the limited edition collaboration in celebration of the sequel film, and it’s available now.
Hunter has partnered with Sony Pictures Consumer Products the lifestyle collection that features footwear for women and footwear and accessories for kids. You’ll find your fave mischievous bunny in his favorite place––the vegetable patch!
Women will find the Original Tall Wellington Boot ($165)in two colors (black and tomato-yum) with “with classic British vegetable motifs.”
For the kiddos, choose from the Kids First Classic Wellington Boot ($75+) and the Kids Grab Handle Wellington Boot ($60+) in Sea Fern Green, Jacket Blue and Lava Red. Each pair is covered with carrots, cabbages and pumpkins and of course, a furry little rabbit in a blue jacket.
Hunter is also launching a kids backpack in three colors ($70) in the same colors as the kids boots to coordinate perfectly. The backpack is made to be water-resistant with rain-ready nylon, padded straps and plenty of space for books and more.
The limited edition Hunter x Peter Rabbit 2 collection is available now at hunter.com. Prices range from $12 to $165.
Back in our day, trick-or-treating meant hunting for full-sized candy bars with an empty pillowcase, an orange UNICEF box, and a coveted Ben Cooper plastic costume. Sure those masks had no ventilation and the coats our moms made us wear ruined the effect, but man, those were the (spooky) days. Here’s a look back at some of the best ensembles from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Which one did you have?
We didn’t even know She-Hulk was a thing.
Jem from Jem and the Holograms.
“Show’s over, Synergy!”
Road Runner
Beep, beep! Can’t catch me!
A Popple
Remember these little guys? Did we ever figure out if they were teddy bears with tails?
Barbie Cowgirl
“I’m a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world.”
Wonder Woman
Even the Lasso of Truth won’t be able to save you from this trainwreck of a mask.
Princess Leia
The force was strong with this costume, but good luck fitting a cinnamon bun hairdo under that mask.
Pound Puppy
Who could resist those (pound) puppy dog eyes?
Cabbage Patch Kid
So that’s where cabbage patch kids came from!
He-Man
By the power of Greyskull! Now that we’re older, we have a deeper appreciation for built-in abs.
Glo Worm
Unfortunately, the costume didn’t come with that special inner glow.
Lisa Simpson
This was the costume if you had a pesky big brother and constantly felt like the smartest person in your family.
Chuck Norris
There was no tougher costume than the Karate Kommando himself.
Cornelius or Zira? Who knows, we could never tell them apart …
The Fonz
Frequently mistaken for Richard Nixon or Ronald Reagan by those answering the door.
Scooby-Doo
The irony was, you couldn’t fit ANY sandwiches in your mouth through that mask.
Morticia Addams
Were you Team Munsters or Team Addams Family?
The Hulk
Based on the Marvel comic, not to be confused with the Lou Ferrigno/Bill Bixby TV series.
If this post makes you feel all warm and fuzzy and nostalgic, we’re happy to report there is a cult following for vintage Ben Cooper costumes on eBay, so have at it. When your kid complains about how “itchy” their $90 Plush Minions costume is, you can break into a righteous “When I was a kid …” speech with the goods to back it up.
Even if Halloween looks a little different this year, spooky season is still on! Sour Patch Kids is on a mission to save Halloween. If kids can’t go trick-or-treating to get candy this year, the Sour Patch Kids will bring the candy directly to them through a special reverse trick-or-treating experience.
Sour Patch Kids is flipping trick-or-treating on its head by bringing “sweet-then-sour” mayhem straight to families’ doorsteps across America.
They’ll be bringing the Halloween mischief in two ways for fans nationwide to celebrate the spooky holiday in a safe way:
Contactless Candy Deliveries: On Halloween, the Kids will hit the road to 12 lucky cities across America to make special contactless deliveries of a Sour Patch Kids Halloween package including Sour Patch Kids Zombies candy and Sour Patch Kids branded toilet paper, because nothing screams Halloween like TPing your living room and wreaking some safe Halloween havoc indoors.
The Sour Patch Kids Jack O’Lantern Mobile: In one lucky city, the Kids will roll through the neighborhoods in a larger-than-life jack-o’-lantern mobile, shaped like the classic candy bucket. Hopping off their one-of-a-kind candy carriage, the Kids will personally bring Halloween tricks and treats right to families’ front doors, dropping the deliveries off contact-free while maintaining all proper safety measures.
Fans can suggest their city on Instagram (@sourpatchkids) for a chance to have the Kids come to them on Halloween.