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Things to do in New York, October 2026

Browse 128 upcoming events and things to do in New York during October 2026. Venues include Birdland Jazz Club, Madison Square Garden, Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage. Highlights include The Hot Sardines, New York Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning, Charley Crockett - Age of the Ram Tour and more. Each listing links to tickets, venue details and practical visitor info.

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Ron Carter Duo Featuring Bill Frisell

Ron Carter Duo Featuring Bill Frisell

New York · Birdland Jazz ClubSat, Oct 17Music

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🎟️ From $46

Pasquale Grasso Trio

Pasquale Grasso Trio

New York · Birdland Jazz ClubSun, Oct 18Music

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🎟️ From $35

Bethel Music 2026 Tour

Bethel Music 2026 Tour

New York · Irving Plaza Powered By Verizon 5GSun, Oct 18Music

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Jamie Webster

Jamie Webster

New York · Mercury LoungeSun, Oct 18Music

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Ecca Vandal

Ecca Vandal

New York · Bowery BallroomSun, Oct 18Music

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EMEI: Night at the Opera Tour

EMEI: Night at the Opera Tour

New York · Sony HallSun, Oct 18Music

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JPEGMAFIA (16 and Over)

JPEGMAFIA (16 and Over)

New York · Terminal 5Sun, Oct 18Music

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A live music performance.

Lost Boys Musical w/ Unknown Mortal Orchestra

New York · Palace Theatre-NYSat, Oct 17Music

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Autumn arts season

October tends to bring a strong indoor cultural calendar — film festivals, theatre and live music pick up as the weather cools.

  • Browse film festivals, theatre openings and live-music line-ups
  • Look for Halloween-season events later in the month
  • Check for autumn food and drink festivals while they’re still running