Published 21 Oct 2025
Iconic Things To Do: November
October in New York City is unlike any other time of year. The air turns crisp, the trees begin to show their autumn colours, and the city takes on a festive energy that carries from neighbourhood streets to Broadway stages. With plenty of festivals, concerts, sporting events, and seasonal activities, it’s the perfect time to get out and explore. Whether you’re a lifelong New Yorker or a visitor seeing the city for the first time, October offers something for everyone. By parking with Icon, arrive at your destination knowing your parking needs are already taken care of.
Events
New York City Marathon (November 2)
New York Film Festival at Lincoln Center (Now Through October 13)
Cinema-lovers won’t want to miss the New York Film Festival, returning for its 62nd year. Held every year at Lincoln Center, the festival showcases the world’s most significant premieres, international films, and experimental work from groundbreaking directors. The lineup often includes award-winning favorites, giving you the chance to see highly anticipated films before they hit theatres nationwide. It’s a mix of red-carpet glamour and thought-provoking screenings that highlight why NYC remains at the center of the arts world.
New York Comedy Festival (November 7-16)
Veteran’s Day Parade November 11
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade November 27

Radio City Christmas Spectacular (Returns November 6)
New York Ballet The Nutcracker (Opens November 28 at David H. Koch Theater)
Christmas with Natalie Grant & Danny (November 22 at Carnegie Hall)
A Charlie Brown Christmas (November 28 at Kings Theater)

Bryant Park Winter Village
Union Square Holiday Market
Columbus Circle Holiday Market
Grand Central Holiday Fair

The Rink at Rockefeller Center
Bryant Park Winter Village