What to do in New York in October 2023
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New York in October is good news for sports fans. The basketball and ice hockey seasons are starting this month. Buy tickets for one of the New York teams! Celebrate Halloween at one of the spooky parties and, at the end of the month, see the leaves start to change colour in Central Park. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in October 2023
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Boat tours are perfect for sightseeing in New York during the day.
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Visit one of the many wonderful Broadway musicals in New York.
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Biking along the two rivers and in Central Park, the most ideal way to see a lot of the city.
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Combine sightseeing in New York with a lovely dinner and take an evening dinner cruise.
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Discover the best ice skating rinks in New York City.
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New York Giants American Football
Want to visit an American football game? Now it's your chance to see New York Giants play.
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See the NY Rangers play in Madison Square Garden. Great atmosphere, tasty hotdogs!
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Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York!
1 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
1 Oct
1 Oct
1 Oct
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
1 Oct
1 Oct
1 Oct
Sunday
New York Jets vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Start time: 20:20 | American Football | Starting at $138.00
2 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
2 Oct
Monday
NHL Preseason: New Jersey Devils vs. New York Islanders
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $10.00
2 Oct
Monday
New York Giants vs. Seattle Seahawks
Start time: 20:15 | American Football | Starting at $101.00
3 Oct
Tuesday
WNBA Playoffs Semifinals: New York Liberty vs. Connecticut Sun - Home Game 3, Series Game 5
Start time: TBA | Basketball | Starting at $88.00
3 Oct
3 Oct
3 Oct
4 Oct
4 Oct
Wednesday
National Taco Day
Día del Taco is dedicated to this beloved Mexican dish. Whether you are looking for a quick tasty lunch or a relaxing night out, New York has a Mexican restaurant for every occasion.
4 Oct
4 Oct
4 Oct
4 Oct
Wednesday
NHL Preseason: New Jersey Devils vs. New York Rangers
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $32.00
4 Oct
4 Oct
4 Oct
4 Oct
5 Oct
Thursday
Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald
The Williamsburg Hotel | Start times: 18:30, 21:00
5 Oct
Thursday
Prohibition Era Bar Experience
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
5 Oct
Thursday
NHL Preseason: New York Rangers vs. Boston Bruins
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $88.00
5 Oct
5 Oct
6 Oct
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
6 Oct
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
6 Oct
6 Oct
Friday
NHL Preseason: New York Islanders vs. New Jersey Devils
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $20.00
6 Oct
6 Oct
7 Oct
Saturday
Day Trip to Bear Mountain
Escape the skyscrapers for a day to appreciate Mother Nature in all her glory on this relaxing boat trip to Bear Mountain.
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
7 Oct
7 Oct
Saturday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
7 Oct
7 Oct
7 Oct
7 Oct
8 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
8 Oct
8 Oct
8 Oct
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
8 Oct
Sunday
WNBA Finals: New York Liberty - Home Game 1
Start time: TBA | Basketball | Starting at $479.00
8 Oct
8 Oct
8 Oct
9 Oct
Monday
Columbus Day
Memorial to the man who discovered America. A big parade runs over Fifth Avenue.
9 Oct
Monday
Day Trip to Bear Mountain
Escape the skyscrapers for a day to appreciate Mother Nature in all her glory on this relaxing boat trip to Bear Mountain.
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
9 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
9 Oct
Monday
NBA Preseason: New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $149.00
9 Oct
10 Oct
10 Oct
10 Oct
11 Oct
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
11 Oct
11 Oct
Wednesday
WNBA Finals: New York Liberty - Home Game 2
Start time: TBA | Basketball | Starting at $433.00
11 Oct
11 Oct
11 Oct
12 Oct
Thursday
Prohibition Era Bar Experience
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
12 Oct
12 Oct
Thursday
New Jersey Devils vs. Detroit Red Wings
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $106.00
12 Oct
12 Oct
12 Oct
Thursday
NBA Preseason: Brooklyn Nets vs. Maccabi Ra'anana
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $25.00
12 Oct
12 Oct
12 Oct
13 Oct
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
13 Oct
13 Oct
13 Oct
13 Oct
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
13 Oct
13 Oct
13 Oct
13 Oct
13 Oct
13 Oct
13 Oct
13 Oct
14 Oct
14 Oct
Saturday
Day Trip to Bear Mountain
Escape the skyscrapers for a day to appreciate Mother Nature in all her glory on this relaxing boat trip to Bear Mountain.
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
14 Oct
Saturday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
14 Oct
14 Oct
14 Oct
14 Oct
Saturday
Audacy's We Can Survive: Maroon 5, OneRepublic & Kelly Clarkson
Start time: 19:00 | Concerts | Starting at $135.00
14 Oct
14 Oct
Saturday
NBA Preseason: New York Knicks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $97.00
14 Oct
14 Oct
14 Oct
15 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
15 Oct
15 Oct
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
15 Oct
15 Oct
15 Oct
15 Oct
Sunday
New York Jets vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Start time: 16:25 | American Football | Starting at $190.00
15 Oct
16 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
16 Oct
16 Oct
16 Oct
Monday
NBA Preseason: Brooklyn Nets vs. Philadelphia 76ers
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $33.00
16 Oct
17 Oct
Tuesday
Nightmare Dollhouse Halloween Experience
Teatro SEA | Start times: 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:00
17 Oct
17 Oct
17 Oct
17 Oct
18 Oct
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
18 Oct
18 Oct
18 Oct
Wednesday
Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin Hart & Amy Schumer
Start time: 19:00 | Concerts | Starting at $270.00
18 Oct
18 Oct
Wednesday
NBA Preseason: New York Knicks vs. Washington Wizards
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $101.00
19 Oct
Thursday
Nightmare Dollhouse Halloween Experience
Teatro SEA | Start times: 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:00
19 Oct
Thursday
Prohibition Era Bar Experience
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
19 Oct
Thursday
New York Rangers vs. Nashville Predators
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $159.00
19 Oct
20 Oct
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
20 - 22 Oct
It’s Open House in New York and you can gain access to exciting attractions and landmarks that are normally off limits to the public.
20 Oct
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
20 Oct
Friday
WNBA Finals: New York Liberty - Home Game 3
Start time: TBA | Basketball | Starting at $504.00
20 Oct
20 Oct
20 Oct
21 Oct
Saturday
Day Trip to Bear Mountain
Escape the skyscrapers for a day to appreciate Mother Nature in all her glory on this relaxing boat trip to Bear Mountain.
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
21 Oct
Saturday
Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade
World's largest Halloween dog parade! See hundreds of dogs in all kinds of costumes, entering the stage one by one in the hope of winning the prize for best costume. Free, for all ages.
21 Oct
Saturday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
21 Oct
21 Oct
21 Oct
21 Oct
21 Oct
21 Oct
22 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
22 Oct
22 Oct
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
22 Oct
Sunday
New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders
Start time: 13:00 | American Football | Starting at $173.00
22 Oct
23 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
24 Oct
Tuesday
Nightmare Dollhouse Halloween Experience
Teatro SEA | Start times: 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:00
24 Oct
24 Oct
Tuesday
New York Islanders vs. Colorado Avalanche
Start time: 20:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $58.00
25 Oct
Wednesday
Atmospheric jazz cruise
Enjoy an evening on the water with a complimentary drink and a live jazz band. Experience the illuminated Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty by night. This 1920s style yacht is perfect for a romantic night out!
25 Oct
Wednesday
Candlelight Concert: Halloween Classics
The Church of the Heavenly Rest | Start times: 19:00, 21:15
25 Oct
Wednesday
Halloween Parties
Put on your most spook-tacular costume and go party with the locals. Find the best Halloween parties in New York here.
25 Oct
25 Oct
25 Oct
25 Oct
25 Oct
Wednesday
New Jersey Devils vs. Washington Capitals
Start time: 19:30 | Ice Hockey | Starting at $36.00
25 Oct
Wednesday
Brooklyn Nets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
Start time: 19:30 | Basketball | Starting at $197.00
26 Oct
Thursday
Candlelight Concert: Halloween Classics
St. Ann's and The Holy Trinity Church | Start times: 18:30, 21:00
26 Oct
Thursday
Candlelight Concert: Halloween Classics
The Church of the Heavenly Rest | Start times: 19:00, 21:15
26 Oct
Thursday
Halloween Parties
Put on your most spook-tacular costume and go party with the locals. Find the best Halloween parties in New York here.
26 Oct
Thursday
Nightmare Dollhouse Halloween Experience
Teatro SEA | Start times: 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:00
26 Oct
Thursday
Prohibition Era Bar Experience
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
26 Oct
26 Oct
26 Oct
27 Oct
Friday
Alive After Five Happy Hour Cruise
Raise a glass to the weekend and enjoy this lively happy hour cruise with some friendly New Yorkers.
27 Oct
Friday
Candlelight Concert: Halloween Classics
St. Ann's and The Holy Trinity Church | Start times: 18:30, 21:00
27 Oct
Friday
Halloween Parties
Put on your most spook-tacular costume and go party with the locals. Find the best Halloween parties in New York here.
27 Oct
Friday
Rooftop Bar Tour
The best way to explore New York's bustling rooftop bars, while skipping lines and marching straight past picky bouncers.
27 Oct
Friday
Winter Village in Bryant Park
Head to the opening of the Winter Village in Bryant Park for a hot chocolate and a bit of winter fun.
27 Oct
27 Oct
27 Oct
28 Oct
Saturday
Day Trip to Bear Mountain
Escape the skyscrapers for a day to appreciate Mother Nature in all her glory on this relaxing boat trip to Bear Mountain.
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
Pier 83 | Start time: 9:00
28 Oct
Saturday
Halloween Parties
Put on your most spook-tacular costume and go party with the locals. Find the best Halloween parties in New York here.
28 Oct
Saturday
Happy Birthday to the Statue of Liberty!
Celebrate this special day: go to visit the Lady Liberty today.
28 Oct
Saturday
National Immigrants Day
The United States of America is the land of immigrants. Learn more by visiting the Statue of Liberty and the immigration museum on Ellis Island. You might discover some family history there!
28 Oct
Saturday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
28 Oct
28 Oct
29 Oct
29 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
29 Oct
29 Oct
29 Oct
Sunday
Whale Watching in New York
Have you always wanted to see whales up close? It is possible in New York! The cruise departs directly from Manhattan.
29 Oct
Sunday
New York Giants vs. New York Jets
Start time: 13:00 | American Football | Starting at $376.00
29 Oct
30 Oct
30 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
30 Oct
31 Oct
Tuesday
Halloween
Halloween in New York is a great happening each year. Read more on what to do and fun tips!
31 Oct
31 Oct
Tuesday
Halloween Party at 230 Fifth
Come and party at 230 Fifth\'s Halloween Party! Buy your tickets in advance here.
31 Oct
