What to do in New York in October 2025
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Eric’s Tips
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 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 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!
3 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.
4 Oct
Saturday
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.
5 Oct
Sunday
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5 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
6 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
10 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.
12 Oct
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.
12 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
13 Oct
Monday
Columbus Day
Memorial to the man who discovered America. A big parade runs over Fifth Avenue.
13 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
17 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.
19 Oct
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.
19 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
20 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
24 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.
26 Oct
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.
26 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
27 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
28 Oct
Tuesday
Happy Birthday to the Statue of Liberty!
Celebrate this special day: go to visit the Lady Liberty today.
28 Oct
Tuesday
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!
31 Oct
Friday
Halloween
Halloween in New York is a great happening each year. Read more on what to do and fun tips!
31 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.
