Sometimes our bucket lists can be filled with big events close to home. Here are some great ideas for your bucket list near New York City.
Major events happening near New York City in October/November 2023:
- Fright Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure (September 8 – October 31, 2023): This annual event features haunted houses, scare zones, and live shows. https://www.sixflags.com/greatadventure/events/fright-fest-2023 Six Flags Great Adventure, New Jersey
- New York Film Festival (September 29 – October 15, 2023): This prestigious festival features screenings of new and independent films from around the world. https://www.filmlinc.org/nyff2023/ New York Film Festival, New York
- New York City Wine & Food Festival (October 12-15): This four-day festival features tastings from over 300 wineries and restaurants, as well as cooking demonstrations and celebrity appearances. https://nycwff.org/ New York City Wine & Food Festival, New York
- Village Halloween Parade (October 31): This iconic parade is a must-see for any Halloween enthusiast. The parade features floats, costumes, and marching bands, and it winds its way through the streets of Greenwich Village. https://halloween-nyc.com/ Halloween Parade, New York
- New York Comedy Festival (November 3-12, 2023): This festival features performances from over 100 comedians, including stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy.https://nycomedyfestival.com/ New York Comedy Festival, New York
- New York Marathon (November 5, 2023): This world-famous marathon is a 26.2-mile race that starts in Staten Island and ends in Central Park. https://www.nyrr.org/tcsnycmarathon New York Marathon, New York
These are just a few of the many events happening in New York City in October/November 2023. For more information, you can check the websites of the organizations that are hosting these events.
No matter what you choose to do, you’re sure to have a great time and I hope to see you out there…
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