Central Park Plant Walk - Hocus Pocus & Herbal Lore

Join us for a spooktacular stroll through Central Park to learn about the witchy and sometimes poisonous plants and their folklore! Welcome to the Central Park Plant Walk - Halloween Edition! Looking for a truly unique and spooky way to celebrate Halloween? Leave the pumpkin patch behind and join us for a two-hour journey into the darker, more mysterious side of Central Park's botanical world! What to Expect This isn't your average nature stroll. We'll be walking through the picturesque and winding paths of The Ramble, Central Park's most secluded woodland area. Your guides will focus on the fascinating world of witchy, magical, and sometimes poisonous plants that have fueled folklore and fear for centuries. • Folklore & Magic: Learn about the history of plants used in spells, charms, and ancient rituals. • Witchcraft Botany: Uncover the secrets of highly toxic plants, how they were used in traditional remedies (and poisons!), and their role in local legends. • Hidden History: Discover how the plants right under your nose have been central to stories of magic, medicine, and mischief. Get Your Costume Ready! We highly encourage you to come dressed in your most creative, spooky, or witchy costume! The best costume of the day will win an herbal prize. Let your imagination run wild—whether you're a classic witch, a mythical creature, or a poisonous nightshade plant, we want to see it! Event Details • Duration: 2 hours (2pm-4pm) • Where: The Ramble, Central Park (Meeting spot is the Oak Bridge). • What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, water, and your amazing costume! Come explore the park's eerie beauty and celebrate the season with us. Grab your tickets before they vanish! We will meet at the Oak Bridge (before crossing into the Ramble). Your guides will be dressed up so they should be easy to find!