Welcome, listeners, to Things to do in New York City! It’s Thursday, October 30, 2025, and I’m Oly Bennet—the globetrotting, groove-chasing sports nut who thinks New York is the Olympic village of quirky, wild, and world-class events. Grab your coats and caffeinate those senses, because NYC is bursting with energy as we hurtle toward the Halloween weekend!

Let’s set the scene: the city’s waking up to those classic late-October vibes—crisp autumn air with just a whiff of adventure, subway musicians howling jazz beneath pumpkin-laden stoops, and everyone from Wall Streeters to Upper West Side dog walkers trading costume ideas. Today the calendar reads “party in every borough.” The big apple is a caramel apple today: shiny, sweet, and with a chance that things could get a little sticky if you don’t watch out for the weather turning chilly tonight. Word on the street is to layer up if you’re heading out!

So what’s shaking in NYC today? For the early risers and runners looking to channel their inner marathon legend, Action Black in Tribeca has a pre-marathon event and coffee party powered by Essentia and Nespresso. Think outdoor group runs, boxing classes, strength training, plus post-sweat massages on tap until 11:30am. Even if your sport is ‘spectator with a latte’, everyone’s welcome to soak up the spirit.

Tonight at Madison Square Garden, metal heads unite! Lorna Shore is unleashed on stage with The Black Dahlia Murder, Shadow of Intent, and PeelingFlesh shredding guitars at The Theater at MSG. If your heart beats double-time to deathcore and you love a wall of sound, this one’s for you, and MSG’s always an experience even if you’re just people-watching.

For culture vultures, The Last Musician of Auschwitz, a documentary plus live chamber music, starts at 7pm and brings a powerful, moving story to the New York stage. Meanwhile, if you prefer your feet moving faster, whirl into Manhattan for a Spectacular Irish Dance Show, also at 7pm—think Riverdance energy, Broadway backdrops, pure foot-stomping joy.

Longing to mingle? Thursday Night at Cubbyhole in the Village rolls from 4pm to 2am with the ultimate cozy, come-as-you-are neighborhood revelry. Cubbyhole is known for its colorful crowd, killer playlists, and surprise singalongs—if you haven’t been, tonight’s your night to find some new friends and maybe lose your voice.

And just a quick ride away, the New York Comic Con Cosplay Photos Pop-Up & Wine Tasting is raising a glass to the kingdom of costumes. Meet celebrated photographer Linda Covello, peruse cosplay portraits, and sip some vino at Wines By Nature—because nothing says sophisticated geek like Malbec, masks, and Marvel heroes in one room.

Swerving into the news lane: several subway lines are running on time today, but keep an eye on MTA alerts for downtown delays around rush hour—plan your ninja moves accordingly. Foodies, listen up: rumor has it that a new Japanese bakery just opened in SoHo with cream puffs that sell out faster than Knicks floor seats. Check it out if you want bragging rights and breakfast that doubles as dessert. Halloween pop-up bars are everywhere, with haunted happy hours popping up especially in the East Village and Williamsburg.

Must-do for today: walk the High Line for late-blooming fall color and skyline selfies, then duck into Chelsea Market for artisanal snacks. If you’re heat-seeking, hit a Korean BBQ spot in K-town—locals swear by the 24-hour places for late-night bites. For a real Gotham twist, swing by Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn for a historic tour—no two tombstones have the same story, and you might stumble across the city’s quirkiest Halloween pre-parties inside those legendary gates.

Pro tip for navigating NYC like a seasoned New Yorker: when the subway is packed, pretend you’re on a rugby scrum—just with more eye contact and slightly less mud. And if you hear someone say...

Hey there, adventure seekers! Welcome to Things to Do in New York City. I'm Ollie Bennett, your guide to all things awesome happening in the Big Apple today, Sunday, October 26th, 2025.

What a phenomenal fall day we've got here! The city is absolutely buzzing with Halloween spirit as we're just five days away from the big spooky celebration. New Yorkers are out in full costume force, and the energy is absolutely electric.

Let me tell you what's happening right now that you absolutely cannot miss! First up, if you're a Swiftie or just love incredible pop music, Sabrina Carpenter is performing her Short n Sweet Tour tonight at Madison Square Garden at 7 PM with special guests Olivia Dean and Amber Mark. This is one of five sold-out shows she's doing at The Garden this week, so if you scored tickets, you're in for an unforgettable night!

For families looking for some wholesome Halloween fun, Governors Island is hosting Pumpkin Point from 10 AM to 5 PM today. This is your last chance to grab a free pumpkin, one per person while supplies last. They've got performances by Cara's Caterpillers, music and dance with Hopalong Andrew, and the Billion Oyster Project's Spooky Shells Fall Fest. Plus, there's trick-or-treating and compost learning activities happening all day long.

Speaking of Halloween festivities, IKEA Brooklyn is throwing a spectacular Halloween bash from 11 AM to 2 PM. The first 100 IKEA Family members get a free ghost tote and spatula bundle, plus there's unlimited Swedish candy samples, kids crafting activities, and a scavenger hunt where you can win chocolate bars. Everyone who shows up gets a 15 dollar off 75 dollar coupon just for attending!

If you're more into quirky nightlife, head over to Racket NYC at 6 PM for SHARDS of SKELLY, a unique Halloween-themed performance that promises to be absolutely wild. And for music lovers who appreciate tribute shows, there's Candlelight: Tribute to Bad Bunny at SONY Hall starting at 6:30 PM.

Here's a local tip that'll make you feel like a true New Yorker: with all these Halloween events happening, the subway lines to Governors Island and Coney Island are going to be packed. Give yourself an extra 20 minutes travel time, and consider taking the earlier ferries to avoid the crowds.

Looking ahead to tomorrow, October 27th, you'll want to mark your calendars for an advance screening of PREDATOR: BADLANDS at AMC Empire 25 at 7 PM. It's invitation-only through NYC for FREE, and this sci-fi thriller starring Elle Fanning opens in theaters November 7th.

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Welcome, listeners, to Things to Do in New York City—powered by the tireless curiosity of your globe-trotting, quirk-chasing pal, Oly Bennet! It’s Saturday, October 25, 2025, and the Big Apple’s wearing its finest fall coat—partly sunny, deliciously cool, and just vibrant enough to make every stoop pumpkin pop brighter than a disco ball. The city’s electric, folks. There’s Halloween anticipation buzzing in the air, fiery leaves swirling around joggers in Central Park, and enough options today to keep your FOMO radar on high alert.

Let’s start with the sizzling events menu—no sports fanatic, music lover, pumpkin fiend, or night owl gets left behind. For those craving showbiz dazzle, Broadway Sings ABBA at The Cutting Room promises a night of sequins and singing that will have you dancing in your seat faster than you can say “Waterloo.” Prefer a side of fresh air with your sights? Grab your windbreaker and hop on a Fall Foliage Cruise, where you’ll glide past New York’s legendary skyline while soaking up foliage that would make Bob Ross weep with joy. Lovers of competition—NBA season is back! The New York Knicks storm Madison Square Garden tonight, and if you haven’t cheered in MSG, have you even lived the NYC sports dream? New York Rangers fans, the puck drops at Madison Square Garden as well—there’s no purer adrenaline than NHL faceoff and a hot pretzel in the world’s most famous arena. If giant pumpkins are more your thing, the New York Botanical Garden’s Giant Pumpkin Palooza is basically gourd heaven, with prizewinning whoppers and pumpkin-themed activities sure to make your inner child (or actual child) lose their mind.

Now, picture this: You’re weaving through the Bed Stuy Farmstand or the 82nd Street Greenmarket, filling your tote with crisp apples, fresh bread, and enough kale to impress any Brooklynite. If you’re with family or just seeking innocent thrills, Prospect Park is dishing up Spooktober festivities and carousel rides today. The Lefferts Historic House, the Audubon Center—think scavenger hunts, crafts, and creepy-crawly Halloween goodness. More on the spooky side, haunted houses all around the city are offering chills for every scare level. Brighton Asylum is always a chart-topper for those who don’t mind a good shriek, while the Queens County Farm Museum hosts a family-friendly pumpkin patch and hayrides with less horror, more autumn cheer.

In today’s news, excitement is brewing about the just-opened Winter Village at Bryant Park—a local legend for early-bird ice skaters and anyone seeking a European-style holiday market months before the first snowfall. Subway warriors, don’t miss: the MTA has ramped up weekend service to keep all these festivities connected, so you can hop from Manhattan museums to Brooklyn block parties to Queens parades faster than you can say “stand clear of the closing doors.”

For must-do activities: take a bike ride across the Brooklyn Bridge at sunset. Not only do you get iconic skyline views and cool breezes, but you’ll also spot plenty of costumed runners and impromptu street performances—fall in NYC is half art show, half block party. Or detour to a Broadway matinee—Hamilton, & Juliet, and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child are playing right now and they’re musts for anyone craving dramatic plot twists and stage magic. Looking for the city’s secret sauce? Head to a jazz bar on a quiet, crooked side street, or find a stoop decorated more extravagantly than some Hollywood movie sets. Halloween vibes spill off every curb this weekend, so follow your nose for cinnamon, cider, and maybe a touch of mischief.

Oly Bennet’s local tip of the day: If you want to see the thriftiest, weirdest costumes in their natural habitat, people-watch in Greenwich Village or Williamsburg tonight. New York’s best Halloween looks are made, not bought—I once saw a guy as the Empire State Building juggling hot dogs, and I nearly fell off my CitiBike.Show more...