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!
1 Oct
1 Oct
2 Oct
3 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.
3 Oct
3 Oct
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.
4 Oct
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £58.43
4 Oct
4 Oct
4 Oct
5 Oct
Sunday
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!
5 Oct
Sunday
Free New York newsletter
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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.
5 Oct
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £57.11
5 Oct
6 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
6 Oct
Monday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
6 Oct
7 Oct
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!
7 Oct
8 Oct
8 Oct
9 Oct
10 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.
10 Oct
11 Oct
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £58.43
12 Oct
Sunday
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!
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.
12 Oct
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00, 18:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £57.11
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!
13 Oct
Monday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
13 Oct
14 Oct
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!
14 Oct
15 Oct
15 Oct
16 Oct
17 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.
17 - 19 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.
17 Oct
18 Oct
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £58.43
18 Oct
18 Oct
19 Oct
Sunday
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!
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.
19 Oct
Sunday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 | Starting at £57.11
19 Oct
20 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
20 Oct
Monday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
20 Oct
21 Oct
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!
21 Oct
22 Oct
22 Oct
23 Oct
24 Oct
25 Oct
Saturday
Various Broadway shows
Start times: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 19:00, 19:30, 20:00 | Starting at £58.43
26 Oct
Sunday
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!
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.
26 Oct
27 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
27 Oct
Monday
The Banksy Museum
Dive into the world of Banksy: With over 160 pieces on view, The Banksy Museum has the world's largest collection of the artist's work. For every street art lover!
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!
28 Oct
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!
29 Oct
31 Oct
Friday
Halloween
Halloween in New York is a great happening each year. Read more on what to do and fun tips!