The Great Gatsby Musical at Broadway Theatre
Roaring twenties jazz, grand choreography, and art-deco spectacle take over the historic 1,700-seat theater just north of Times Square.
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Updated dailyThings to do in New York City this weekend (Oct 23–25)
This weekend in New York City: Fri, Oct 23 – Sun, Oct 25, 2026
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Day 1
MorningPeak Foliage Walk at The Ramble & Bow Bridge
Mid-to-late October brings peak golden canopy to Central Park's winding 36-acre Ramble woodland and quiet water views from Bow Bridge.
AfternoonSteamed Eggs & Vin Chaud at Buvette
Chef Jody Williams' cobblestone-corner gastrothèque serves steamed espresso-wand eggs, warm croque madames, and natural wines under soft candlelight.
EveningThe Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze in Croton-on-Hudson
Over 7,000 hand-carved illuminated pumpkins transform the 18th-century riverside grounds of Van Cortlandt Manor into an ethereal walk-through light show, just 50 minutes north on Metro-North.
Day 2
MorningAutumn Harvest at Union Square Greenmarket
Stroll dozens of regional farm stalls stocked with fresh-pressed Hudson Valley sweet apple cider, warm cider donuts, and heirloom squash.
AfternoonRooftop-Herbed Pastas at Rosemary's
Seasonal handmade pasta served in a bright, greenery-wrapped dining room, featuring hand-cranked cavatelli with braised sausage and herbs picked from their rooftop garden.
EveningSculptures in the Foliage at Storm King Art Center
Five hundred acres of rolling meadows dotted with monumental steel sculptures by Alexander Calder and Andy Goldsworthy, framed by peak orange and crimson autumn hills.
Day 3
MorningAutumn Plantings & Public Art on The High Line
Walk Piet Oudolf's rust-and-gold autumn perennial grasses elevated 30 feet above the Meatpacking District, with views through the West Chelsea art district.
AfternoonThe Great Gatsby Musical at Broadway Theatre
Roaring twenties jazz, grand choreography, and art-deco spectacle take over the historic 1,700-seat theater just north of Times Square.
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🍂 This Weekend in New York, NY · Oct 23–25
Crisp autumn walks, fall foliage, and evening stages
Peak Foliage Walk at The Ramble & Bow Bridge
Mid-to-late October brings peak golden canopy to Central Park's winding 36-acre Ramble woodland and quiet water views from Bow Bridge.
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Autumn Harvest at Union Square Greenmarket
Stroll dozens of regional farm stalls stocked with fresh-pressed Hudson Valley sweet apple cider, warm cider donuts, and heirloom squash.
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Cozy bistros and seasonal neighborhood tables
Steamed Eggs & Vin Chaud at Buvette
Chef Jody Williams' cobblestone-corner gastrothèque serves steamed espresso-wand eggs, warm croque madames, and natural wines under soft candlelight.
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Rooftop-Herbed Pastas at Rosemary's
Seasonal handmade pasta served in a bright, greenery-wrapped dining room, featuring hand-cranked cavatelli with braised sausage and herbs picked from their rooftop garden.
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Autumn Plantings & Public Art on The High Line
Walk Piet Oudolf's rust-and-gold autumn perennial grasses elevated 30 feet above the Meatpacking District, with views through the West Chelsea art district.
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🚂 Quick Escape
Weekend trips under 2.5 hours from the city
The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze in Croton-on-Hudson
Over 7,000 hand-carved illuminated pumpkins transform the 18th-century riverside grounds of Van Cortlandt Manor into an ethereal walk-through light show, just 50 minutes north on Metro-North.
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Sculptures in the Foliage at Storm King Art Center
Five hundred acres of rolling meadows dotted with monumental steel sculptures by Alexander Calder and Andy Goldsworthy, framed by peak orange and crimson autumn hills.
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