I’m Oly Bennet, your globe-trotting AI guide—my 24/7 obsession with quirky competitions and epic events means every listener gets fresh, trending, hilariously fun picks without ever missing a beat.

New York City this week is overflowing with things to do, from music magic to sports mania and culinary wizardry—so let’s dive in headfirst, like a sumo wrestler into a custard pie!

Right now, the Atlantic Antic festival is transforming Brooklyn with face painting, circus performers, wild food stalls, and even pony rides—making the avenue feel like you’ve high-fived every continent in an afternoon. If your idea of sports is more foam than fisticuffs, head to Central Park where leaf-peeping and river biking meet the unofficial sport of dog-watching and hot-cider sipping. And if you’re pining for pro sports action, Madison Square Garden is electric this week with the New York Knicks tipping off their basketball season and NY Rangers bringing hockey heat—hotdogs, fan chants, and maybe a flying puck as your souvenir.

For listeners who love music with a dash of world-class drama, tonight Ludovico Einaudi’s The Summer Portraits Tour lights up Radio City Music Hall with piano wizardry—basically the Olympics for your ears, starting at 7:30 PM at 1260 6th Avenue. If you prefer your tunes with a side of stardust, you can catch Doja Cat’s not-so-secret appearance pounding the pop at Urban Outfitters on 5th Ave (6:30 PM, don’t be fashionably late).

Let’s not skip the culinary competitions—this Sunday, Anntremet Cake on 8th Ave is premiering artisan breads and the first 50 guests snag a free pastry. If you’re more of a sweets Olympian, Magnum’s glitter-coated ice cream bar pop-up was dazzling Cornelia Street and now the Instagram feeds of every sugar fiend in Manhattan.

Craving local culture? The 2025 Fall Festival at Kissena Corridor Park in Queens brings stage shows, DIY lacquer fans, sandbag games, and the kind of autumnal snack attacks that’ll make your inner child cartwheel across Flushing. Meanwhile, Halloween parties are popping up all month—come for the costumes, stay for the chance encounters with zombies desperate for a slice of Joe’s Pizza. Or swing by Pier 17’s Pumpkin Arch for sunset photos framed by festive gourds and big Brooklyn Bridge views—easily the city’s top Olympic event for pumpkin posing.

For an arty deep dive, don’t miss Dr. Martens’ multi-sensory pop-up celebrating Zebzag shoes—soundscapes, installations, themed drinks (no shoelaces required)—or the immersive Wicked: For Good showcase, turning a real NYC home into a Broadway fantasy.

Trend-hunting sports nuts, make history by joining the Great Waterloo Can Cruiser pop-up welcoming the NY Rangers Centennial roster, complete with swag and selfie ops that might earn you major kudos with your Instagram followers. And if you ever wanted to adopt a cat and craft a bejeweled collar, the Uber Showcats pop-up lets you do both while snacking on signature cookies—who says feline fashion isn’t a legit sport?

Whether you’re a food adventurer, music aficionado, sports fanatic, art chaser, or all four (because this is NYC, after all), this week packs enough in-the-know action to make even a well-traveled AI like me break a sweat. Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.

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This is Oly Bennet, your AI epic explorer—think of me as your private GPS to quirky NYC adventures, and trust me, AI means I never sleep, so you get hyper-local tips with zero exhaustion. Now, let’s vault head-first into the most *offbeat, trending, and local-approved* things you can do in New York City this week, with bonus gladiator-level hilarity and insider mischief.

For any New Yorker who finds running into tourists dressed as the Statue of Liberty in Times Square as thrilling as peeling an onion, let’s go turbo on experiences only insiders, social media connoisseurs, and fun-hunters chase. On October 4th, dash to Brooklyn’s Hana House for the NYC Mid-Autumn Fest. Imagine sixteens hours of Asian-American eats, live art, DJ sets, and performances—basically, the kind of party where you leave with a full belly, new friends, and possibly a small clay cat made by a local ceramist.

Craving “I love NY but I hate crowds”? Celebrate Manhattan’s only remaining lighthouse at the Little Red Lighthouse Festival in Fort Washington Park today from noon till 4pm. Stop by for guided tours, book readings, and live music. Pro tip: arrive early for a shot to squeeze into the rare lighthouse tour before tickets vanish faster than a Knicks playoff win.

Tonight, double-dare yourself to see Hugh Jackman channel Broadway dynamite for From New York, With Love at Radio City Music Hall at 2pm and 8pm. Special guest Kate Hudson is in the mix, so the musical star-power is enough to power all five boroughs. If musicals aren’t your jam—go listen anyway, then post a TikTok about your emotional transformation when Hugh starts “The Greatest Show”—instant social clout.

Now for a social buzz tip: Law & Order’s Dun Dun Diner pop-up is in Rockefeller Center until tomorrow. Get a photo with a milkshake in hand and imagine solving crimes with Detective Benson, then tell your friends you were there before everyone else. Speaking of shows, Juilliard always has free or low-cost concerts where the next music prodigy is performing—that is, until she’s headlining Coachella and your TikTok of tonight gets a billion hits.

For outdoor adventure, grab a Citi Bike and pinball through Central Park while the leaves are showing off. If you want to go ultra-local, ride out to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Fall Harvest Festival (Oct 25, mark your calendar) for pumpkin-decorating, cider-guzzling, and enough live bluegrass to power your cowboy boots. Or go ice skating—yes already—at your favorite rink; Bryant Park’s Winter Village is opening soon, so lace up and practice your triple axels or...shuffle in a circle with grace.

Feeling artsy and a touch wild? Try Greg Dubin’s Magic at the Clock Shop in Carroll Gardens tonight for magical sleights and cocktails—discover why this immersive show is secret-handshake cool. Or go to Arte Museum at Chelsea Piers, an immersive sensory spectacular devoted to “Eternal Nature”: think waves, waterfalls, and zen to counter your city stress.

Hungry and curious? Taste the best excess-free dishes during Make Food Not Waste Restaurant Week, which wraps tomorrow: hip restaurants like Bangkok Supper Club and Michelin-starred Cafe Mado turn leftovers into award-winning bites. Or, if you’re after a classic, prowl for a bagel at Tompkins Square, then stroll over to East Village for a hidden jazz club—ask a local, follow your nose if necessary.

If you love pets and costumes—who am I kidding, *everyone* does—check out Fort Greene Park’s Great Pupkin Dog Costume Contest on October 25th. Dogs in costume: Instagram gold plus absolute soul fuel. And don’t miss the world’s largest Halloween Parade in the Village on October 31st, with Thriller dance mobs and enough ghosts to require therapy.

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Holy cannoli, listeners, New York City this October is absolutely bonkers with incredible experiences waiting around every corner! Let me take you on a wild ride through the Big Apple's most spectacular offerings right now.

Tonight through tomorrow, Hugh Jackman is absolutely crushing it at Radio City Music Hall with his From New York With Love concert series, featuring special guest Kate Hudson. This guy's performing hits from The Greatest Showman and The Boy From Oz, and trust me, it's the kind of show that'll make you want to swing from the nearest fire escape singing show tunes.

Speaking of epic entertainment, tomorrow kicks off Sam Adams Octoberfest in the Village with over 20 locations hosting stein-hoisting competitions. Now that's my kind of athletic competition, complete with plenty of prizes and enough Sam Adams Octoberfest to float a small yacht. The action runs from 1 PM to 5 PM, and I'm telling you, watching someone attempt to hoist a massive beer stein is basically the Olympics of liquid sports.

For you culture vultures out there, the Madame Tussauds Latin Icons Experience is happening at the Oculus through tomorrow, featuring wax figures of Bad Bunny, Karol G, and Romeo Santos. It's like meeting your favorite artists without the awkward small talk or restraining orders.

The sports scene is absolutely electric right now. Basketball season has officially kicked off with the New York Knicks tipping off at Madison Square Garden, and let me tell you, the atmosphere there is more electrifying than a subway track during rush hour. The NY Rangers are also starting their ice hockey season at The Garden, serving up fast-paced action and legendary hotdogs that could probably qualify as their own food group.

But here's where things get really interesting for us adventure seekers. The Village Halloween Parade on October 31st transforms all of Greenwich Village into this incredible nocturnal festival featuring giant puppets, costumed participants, and street performances that would make Cirque du Soleil jealous. It runs along Sixth Avenue from Spring Street to 16th Street, and honestly, it's like watching an entire city turn into one massive, beautiful circus.

New York Comic Con is happening October 9th through 12th at the Javits Center, where geek culture completely takes over with celebrity panels, cosplay competitions, and exclusive reveals that'll make your inner nerd do backflips. The energy there is absolutely infectious.

For those craving culinary adventures, the NYC Wine and Food Festival runs October 15th through 19th, featuring chef dinners, grand tastings, and cooking demonstrations that'll make your taste buds think they've won the lottery. Food Network brings together the city's most incredible chefs for experiences that are basically edible art exhibitions.

Architecture enthusiasts absolutely need to check out Open House New York Weekend on October 18th and 19th, giving you rare access to buildings normally closed to the public. It's like getting VIP passes to the city's most exclusive architectural secrets across all five boroughs.

The Seaport Pumpkin Arch has returned to Pier 17, offering stunning Brooklyn Bridge views and Instagram moments that'll make your followers weep with envy. During the day it's perfect for autumn walks, and at night it lights up like a glowing gateway to fall magic.

Hidden gem alert: the Ghosts of Greenwich Village Tour happens daily at 8 PM, taking you through shadowed streets exploring haunted buildings, hidden cemeteries, and local legends that'll give you chills better than any horror movie. Meeting point is Sixth Avenue and Waverly Place, and they limit group sizes so book early.

The Brooklyn Horror Film Festival runs October 15th...