What to do in New York in October 2026
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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 2026
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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!
1 Oct
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
2 Oct
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.
2 Oct
3 Oct
Saturday
Columbia Lions vs. Princeton Tigers
Start time: TBA | American Football | Starting at £26.00
3 Oct
4 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
4 Oct
Sunday
National Taco Day
Día del Taco is dedicated to this beloved Mexican dish. Whether you want a quick tasty lunch or a night out, New York has a Mexican restaurant for every occasion.
4 Oct
5 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
6 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!
6 Oct
7 Oct
7 Oct
8 Oct
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
9 Oct
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.
9 Oct
10 Oct
10 Oct
10 Oct
11 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
Monday
Columbus Day
Memorial to the man who discovered America. A big parade runs over Fifth Avenue.
12 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
13 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
14 Oct
15 Oct
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
16 - 18 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.
16 Oct
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.
16 Oct
16 Oct
17 Oct
17 Oct
17 Oct
17 Oct
18 Oct
Sunday
Gospel on Sundays
Experience authentic gospel music in one of the churches of Harlem. This tour is available on Wednesdays too.
18 Oct
19 Oct
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
20 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
21 Oct
22 Oct
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
23 Oct
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.
23 Oct
23 Oct
24 Oct
Saturday
Columbia Lions vs. Dartmouth Big Green
Start time: TBA | American Football | Starting at £28.00
24 Oct
24 Oct
24 Oct
25 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
Monday
Shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Shop 'til you drop and get the biggest discounts at Woodbury Common Outlets!
27 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!
28 Oct
Wednesday
Happy Birthday to the Statue of Liberty!
Celebrate this special day: go to visit the Lady Liberty today.
28 Oct
Wednesday
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
28 Oct
28 Oct
29 Oct
Thursday
Speakeasy Tour
Discover hidden bars that transformed New York City's nightlife during the Prohibition Era.
30 Oct
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.
30 Oct
31 Oct
Saturday
Halloween
Halloween in New York is a great happening each year. Read more on what to do and fun tips!
31 Oct
31 Oct
31 Oct