Welcome back to the freshest edition of “New York City Events by Day: October 2023” — your ultimate guide to navigating the fabulous offerings of this dynamic city. Immerse yourself in the rhythm and heartbeat of New York with events like Twilight Harbor at the Brooklyn Navy Yard and the chance to celebrate National Coffee Day at Isla & Co. with an exclusive $2.00 Flat White special. All these thrilling experiences are thoughtfully curated under one virtual roof, exclusively for you.
Indulge in the New York City Wine & Food Festival or explore the vibrant scene at the Brooklyn Night Market in Industry City. These events promise to be the highlight of your October, filled with flavor, culture, and unforgettable moments. Get ready to engage, experience, and relish the extraordinary events that await you this October 2003 in New York City.
Our New York City Events By Day guide is your golden ticket to unlocking the vibrant tapestry of New York’s cultural scene. Picture a seamless journey where you effortlessly uncover the exact experiences you crave. No more tedious searching, no more frustrating moments. It is time to navigate the city’s cultural wonders easily and confidently, ensuring you find precisely what your heart desires.
Whether you are a local searching for the next hidden gem or a traveler craving authentic New York encounters, our commitment is to keep you perpetually in the know.
Table of Contents
TOP EVENTS OCTOBER 2023
- Open Streets 2023
- The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze
- Empire State Music & Arts Festival
- NYC Off-Broadway Week
- New York City Wine & Food Festival
- OktoberFest NYC
OCTOBER 1—7
October 1
- Atlantic Antic—October 1, 2023. 12 to 6 PM [Atlantic Avenue from Hicks Street to 4th Avenue—Brooklyn]
- Isla & Co. Celebrates International Coffee Day—October 1, 2023 [107 North 12th Street—Williamsburg]
October 2
- Brooklyn Night Market—October 2, 2023 [Industry City, 36th Street between 2nd and 3rd Avenue—Brooklyn]
October 3
- Ghostbusters—October 3, 2023 [9th Avenue and Gansevoort Street—West Village]
October 4
- Empire State Building Run-Up—October 4, 2023 at 8 PM [20 West 34th Street—Midtown West]
- Dreams of Dracula: An Immersive Masquerade Experience—October 4 to November 11, 2023 [Musica Club NYC, 637 West 50th Street—Midtown West]
- Celebrate National Taco Day at Bar Bruno with a Trio of Tacos for $10.04—October 4, 2023 [560 Manhattan Avenue—Greenpoint | 520 HenryStreet—Carroll Gardens]
October 5
- El Baile Thursdays! At Club Cache!—October 5, 2023 [35 East 13th Street, 2nd Floor—Greenwich Village]
October 6
- The New York Coffee Festival—October 6 to 8, 2023 [Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street—Chelsea
- New Yorker Festival—October 6 to 8, 2023 [Webster Hall and the SVA Theatre—Manhattan]
- Famous Food Festival—October 6 to 9, 2023 [152 The Arches Circle, Deer Park—Long Island]
October 7
- Oktoberfest—October 7, 2023 [3505 Hampton Road Oceanside—New York]
- Bronx Community Justice Center Carnival—October 7, 2023 [East 152nd Street & Tinton Avenue—Bronx]
- Bronx Night Market—October 7, 2023 [1 Fordham Plaza—Bronx]
- Stone Street Oktoberfest—October 7 + October 14, 2023 [Stone Street—Financial District]
OCTOBER 8—14
October 8
- TorchFest 2023—October 8, 2023 [20 Union Square West—Flatiron]
October 9
- 79th Annual Columbus Day Parade—October 9, 2023 [5th Avenue—Manhattan]
October 10
- An Evening With Metric—October 10, 2023 [Bowery Ballroom, 6 Delancey Street—Lower East Side]
October 11
- One Fine Day Bridal Market—October 11 to 13, 2023 [Level 14, Canoe Studios, 601 West 26th Street—Chelsea]
October 12
- Uptown Night Market—October 12, 2023 [West 133rd Street & 12th Avenue—Harlem]
- New York Comic Con—October 12 to 15, 2023 [Javits Center, 429 11th Avenue—Midtown West]
- Chelsea Film Festival 2023—October 12 to 15, 2023 [Regal Theatres Union Square, 850 Broadway—East Village]
October 13
- Celebrate Friday the 13th at Bar Bruno with Margaritas for $10.13—October 13, 2023 [560 Manhattan Avenue—Greenpoint | 520 HenryStreet—Carroll Gardens]
- World Sake Day—October 13, 2023 [31 East 17th Street 2nd Floor—Union Square]
October 14
- Celebrate National Dessert Day at Bar Bruno with a sinfully sweet special of $7 for any of their dessert—October 14, 2023 [560 Manhattan Avenue—Greenpoint | 520 Henry Street—Carroll Gardens]
- New York African Restaurant Week Festival 2023—October 14, 2023 [City College, 160 Convent Avenue—Harlem]
OCTOBER 15—21
October 15
- Taste of Sunnyside Restaurant Crawl—October 15, 2023 [Lowery Plaza, 40th Street & Queens Boulevard Bliss Plaza, 46th Street & Queens Boulevard Sunnyside—Queens]
- Courage to Act: Rescue in Denmark—October 15, 2023 [36 Battery Place—Battery Park City]
October 16
- Coming Soon
October 17
- Swing at the Park—October 17, 2023 [The Picnic House in Prospect Park, 40 West Drive—Brooklyn]
October 18
- Haunted Beer Garden—October 18 to October 31, 2023 [7 Rivington Street—Lower East Side]
October 19
- BRIC JazzFest 2023—October 19 to 21, 2023 [647 Fulton Street—Fort Greene]
- Espooky Mercadito—October 19 to 22, 2023 [309 East 108th Street—East Harlem]
October 20
- Open House New York Weekend Festival—October 20 to 22, 2023
October 21
- Perreo Garden: Una Noche en Medellin – Latin & Reggaetón Party—October 21, 2023 [181 North 10th—Williamsburg]
- Hike-toberfest 2023—October 21, 2023 [6036 Broadway Van Cortlandt Park—Bronx
- Harvest Festival—October 21, 2023 [Pier 6—Brooklyn Bridge Park]
- Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade—October 21, 2023 [Avenue B & 13th Street—East Village]
- BagelFest—October 21-22, 2023 [Expo at Starrett-Lehigh, 601 West 26th Street—Chelsea]
OCTOBER 22—31
October 22
- Woof Fest: HOWL-oween 2023—October 22, 2023 [385 9th Avenue, enter Plaza at 9th Avenue, between 31st & 33rd Streets—Chelsea]
- Nebbiolo Wine Tasting with Liz Rogero—October 22, 2023 [348 Flatbush Avenue—Prospect Heights]
October 23
- Coming Soon
October 24
- Día de los Muertos: Afterlife Fiesta—October 24, 2023 [1230 5th Avenue—East Harlem]
October 25
- La Fete du Champagne 2023—October 25-28, 2023 [Location: To be announced]
- 16th Annual Bushwick Film Festival—October 25 to 29, 2023 [620 Wilson Avenue—Bushwick]
October 26
- Coming Soon
October 27
- Celebrate Hallo-Whine at Bar Schimmi—October 27, 2023 from 10 PM to 4 AM [60 North 11th Street—Williamsburg]
- Balloon Museum – “Let’s Fly”—October 27, 2023 to January 14, 2024 [Pier36, 299 South Street—Lower East Side]
October 28
- FUN-O-WEEN—October 28, 2023 [99 Scott Avenue—East Williamsburg]
- Nebula and Ignite Group Presents Twilight Harbor At the Brooklyn Navy Yard with Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike. Purchase Tickets Here.
- Queens Witchcraft Brigade—October 28, 2023 [Katch Astoria, 31-19 Newtown Avenue—Astoria]
October 29
- Freak Show: The Biggest Halloween Day Party At HK Hall—October 29, 2023 [HK Hall, 605 West 48th Street—Midtown West]
October 30
- Wild World Festival: Natural Wine, Beer & More!—October 30, 2023 [Strong Rope Brewery, 185 Van Dyke Street—Red Hook]
October 31
- Village Halloween Parade—October 31, 2023 [the Parade starts at Canal Street and 6th Avenue and goes up 6th Avenue to 15th Street on 6th Avenue—Manhattan]
- Trick or Treat with East Midtown—October 31, 2023 [919 3rd Avenue at 56th Street or Sunrise at East 56th Street, 139 East 56th Street at Lexington Avenue—Midtown East]
As we close today, we extend a warm invitation to explore the diverse wonders of New York City—from the vibrant streets of Brooklyn to the cultural tapestry of the Bronx. Immerse yourself in the dynamic blend of heritage, creativity, and festivities that defines our beloved city, all through our carefully curated list of New York City Events by Day. Whether it is the elegance of La Fete du Champagne 2023 or the warmth of the Harvest Festival at Brooklyn Bridge Park, let these experiences weave unforgettable memories during this vibrant month.
We are eager to hear about your plans and favorite moments, so share them in the comments below or tag us on Instagram @brooklynslifestyle. Let us celebrate the richness of October, embracing the diverse range of activities and entertainment it has in store. We trust that you have relished our New York City Events by Day roundup and encourage you to approach this month with enthusiasm, immersing yourself in a myriad of engaging experiences that await you.
