What to do in New York in November 2025
Highlight of the month
Autumn in Central Park
See Central Park at its most beautiful, during the Autumn. Join the leaf peepers and take a walk or rent a bike to enjoy the magnificent autumnal shades of the season.
Eric’s Tips
New York in November means it’s time to celebrate Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Join the party and take part in the real American tradition of Thanksgiving with turkey and cheesecake on a dinner cruise. Start the next day early with a Black Friday discount shopping spree. View all events per day below.
Monthly events in New York in November 2025
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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 through Central Park is a great way to see the city.
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Combine sightseeing in New York with a lovely night out and take a dinner cruise.
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Put on your skates and 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 NY Giants play.
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Basketball is one of the sports in New York! Why not visit a New York Knicks game.
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See the NY Rangers play in Madison Square Garden. Great atmosphere, tasty hotdogs!
21 Nov
Friday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
21 Nov
Friday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 14:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
21 Nov
Friday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
21 Nov
22 Nov
Saturday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
22 Nov
Saturday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
22 Nov
22 Nov
22 Nov
22 Nov
23 Nov
Sunday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
23 Nov
Sunday
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23 Nov
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
23 Nov
Sunday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
23 Nov
23 Nov
23 Nov
24 Nov
Monday
Opening Day of Saks Light Show on Fifth Avenue
The opening of Saks Fifth Avenue window displays is accompanied by the beloved Saks Holiday Light Show. As the spectacle is projected onto the side of the department store, watch how the 600,000 lights synchronise flawlessly with Christmas music.
Start time: 19:00
Start time: 19:00
24 Nov
Monday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
24 Nov
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
24 Nov
24 Nov
24 Nov
Monday
Brooklyn Nets vs. New York Knicks
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketbal | Starting at £143.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketbal | Starting at £143.00
25 Nov
Tuesday
Private Walking Tour
Take a private walking tour with an excellent New York guide. This is a great way to see a lot within a relatively short time, all tailored to your wishes!
25 Nov
Tuesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
25 Nov
Tuesday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
25 Nov
26 Nov
Wednesday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
26 Nov
Wednesday
Macy's Thanksgiving Balloon Inflation
New York is getting ready for the Thanksgiving Day Parade! On the eve of Thankgiving, you can already get a sneak peek at what's to come. Join the annual Macy's Balloon Inflation Celebration between 12:00 and 18:00 and watch as the giant characters are prepared at the official viewing area on the Upper West Side. Free.
26 Nov
Wednesday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
26 Nov
26 Nov
26 Nov
27 Nov
Thursday
Macy's Thanksgiving Parade and Brunch
Enjoy a buffet brunch in a restaurant and watch the Thanksgiving Parade.
27 Nov
Thursday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
27 Nov
Thursday
Thanksgiving Day
What are you thankful for? Try traditional Thanksgiving food and see the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade!
28 Nov
Friday
Black Friday
What to do on the biggest sales day of the year? Go shopping! Get my tips and information here.
28 Nov
Friday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
28 Nov
Friday
Macy's Santaland
Go marvel at the annual tradition at Macy's and meet Santa and the elves. This magical Christmas Village takes over an entire floor of the department store. Reservations are required.
28 Nov
Friday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
28 Nov
Friday
The Satin Dollz Show & Dinner at a Times Square Diner
Welcome to the pin-up world of the 1940s and 1950s! Enjoy this entertaining dinner experience with a high-energy performance of singing and dancing.
28 Nov
28 Nov
Friday
New York Islanders vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 16:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £42.00
28 Nov
28 Nov
Friday
NBA Cup: New York Knicks vs. Milwaukee Bucks
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 19:30 | Basketbal | Starting at £198.00
Start time: 19:30 | Basketbal | Starting at £198.00
28 Nov
Friday
NBA Cup: Brooklyn Nets vs. Philadelphia 76ers
Start time: 19:30 | Basketbal | Starting at £38.00
28 Nov
29 Nov
Saturday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
29 Nov
Saturday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
Start times: 10:00, 13:00, 16:00, 19:00, 22:00
29 Nov
29 Nov
Saturday
New York Sirens vs. Vancouver Goldeneyes
Experience the thrill of a women’s ice hockey game
Start time: 12:00 | Sports | Starting at £43.00
Start time: 12:00 | Sports | Starting at £43.00
29 Nov
Saturday
New York Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Start time: 14:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £119.00
29 Nov
29 Nov
Saturday
New Jersey Devils vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Start time: 19:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £33.00
29 Nov
29 Nov
Saturday
Red Hot Hockey: Boston University Terriers vs. Cornell Big Red
College ice hockey: There is also a great atmosphere at college games
Start time: 20:00 | Sports | Starting at £44.00
Start time: 20:00 | Sports | Starting at £44.00
29 Nov
29 Nov
30 Nov
Sunday
Christmas Spirit Cruise
Find your holiday spirit on board of this 1.5 hour long cruise, while warming your hands on some cocoa.
30 Nov
Sunday
First Advent Sunday
It's less than four weeks to Christmas and the preparation for the holidays begins. For unique presents, visit one of the Christmas markets in New York.
30 Nov
Sunday
Free New York newsletter
Every other Sunday I send out my latest newsletter! Stay up to date on what's happening in New York. Click on 'more info' to subscribe.
30 Nov
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
30 Nov
Sunday
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Christmas Spectacular is a magical Christmas show for the whole family, starring the Rockettes.
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Start times: 11:00, 14:00, 17:00, 20:00
Radio City Music Hall | Radio City Christmas Spectacular
30 Nov
Sunday
Reverse Manhattanhenge
Possibly the most 'Instagrammable' sky phenomenon of the year, as the sunrise aligns with the east–west streets of Manhattan.
30 Nov
30 Nov
Sunday
New York Islanders vs. Washington Capitals
Start time: 13:00 | Ice Hockey | Starting at £26.00
30 Nov
30 Nov
30 Nov
Sunday
New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors
🇬🇧 Don't miss out on seeing the British player OG Anunoby in action!
Start time: 18:00 | Basketbal | Starting at £129.00
Start time: 18:00 | Basketbal | Starting at £129.00