New York City Events November

November Events & Things to Do Calendar

New York City Events November include the Rockettes at Radio City, Thanksgiving Dinner, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, NY Marathon, NYBG Train Show & Glow, Veteran’s Day, Black Friday NYC Sales, Broadway Under the Stars, tons of college Basketball and much more.

Outdoor attire may include scarves, gloves and hats. The fall foliage is usually still beautiful and Central Park is a must on a sunny November day. The theme of the month is “the Holidays are coming,” and toward the end of November, many of the department store windows open their beautiful displays! Please check sightseeing and holiday hours for Veteran’s Day (always November 11th) and Thanksgiving (Fourth Thursday of November). Please add your event or business to NYC Insider Guide so we can tell all our locals and visitors about it!

Top NYC November Events

• Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
• Rockettes Radio City Christmas Spectacular
• Thanksgiving Dinner
• New York City Marathon
• Holiday Markets in NYC
• Fall Foliage Cruises
• Nutcracker Ballet
• Taste of the Seaport
• NY Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show
• Thanksgiving Day
• NY Giants & Jets, Knicks & Nets, Rangers & Islanders
• Ice Skating
• Big Apple Circus
• New York Comedy Festival
• Black Friday NYC Sales
• Disney on Ice
• Broadway Under the Stars

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Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Thursday, November 28, 2024
8:30am-12pm on NBC

What could be more fun than Broadway Stars, Shrek, Spider Man, Hello Kitty, Smurf, SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, Snoopy, Mickey Mouse and Buzz Lightyear all partying together in New York City? The Macy’s Parade now starts @ 8:30am, rather than 9am.

Insider Guides:

• Thanksgiving in New York City
• Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Hotels
• Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
• Thanksgiving Dinner in New York City

Special Thanksgiving Parade Viewing Parties

Thanksgiving Parade Brunches & Thanksgiving Dinner

More Info: Thanksgiving in NYC, Thanksgiving Dinner in NYC, Thanksgiving Parade Hotels

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New York City Marathon

November 3, 2024

The NYC Marathon is 26 miles and 385 yards of the world’s most diverse marathon course. Make sure to map your route carefully on this day, as many streets will be blocked and closed. Especially the Upper East Side (Met and Frick) and the finish line in Central Park. More Info: www.ingnycmarathon.org

Start of New York City Marathon

Spectators – First Avenue covers miles 16-19 of the race. The biggest crowds on the course line the streets on First Avenue, giving the runners a boost as they head uptown towards the Bronx. If you want to leave First Avenue afterward, make sure to stand on the West side, as you will not be able to cross 1st Ave again until after the race.

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Best New York City Marathon Hotels

The Best New York Marathon Hotels depend on whether you are a runner or spectator and if you want to be close to the start, finish or cheer on your favorite runner. We have all the updated New York Marathon Hotel info for both runners and spectators.

• Hampton Inn Manhattan Financial District – closest to the Staten Island Ferry
• The New Yorker – “Overall a good place to lay your head, especially when you’re in need of lots of zzz’s to run a good marathon.”
• the Quin – “I stayed here…as I was running the NYC marathon and wanted a hotel in walking distance of the finish line. Best choice ever!”
• Grayson Hotel – Opened 2022, next to NYPL & Marathon Bus pick up

See All: Best New York Marathon Hotels

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NYC Maps, Subway, Streets, Apps, Directions

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Where to Stay during November in New York City

November is the perfect time to check into one of our hotels near Rockefeller Center (Rockettes at Radio City, Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, Ice Skating) or on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Route or near Central Park for iconic Ice Skating.

Macys Thanksgiving Parade Hotels

The best Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Hotels allow you to stay warm and dry, use a rest room, eat and STILL watch the Parade from a prime spot.

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• JW Marriott Essex House New York – unparalleled views without the hassle of crowds and cold weather
• the Quin – ‘Great Hotel for The Thanksgiving Day Parade!!!’ and ‘I would definitely return!!!’
• New York Hilton Midtown – ‘Great location to see the Macy’s parade.’ and ‘All we had to do was go downstairs and watch the parade pass by.’

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Christmas Spectacular Starring the Rockettes

Nov 6, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 (Tickets On Sale April)
Daily @ 11am, 2pm, 5pm, 8pm (some variations)

• Great Seats: Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes
• Insider Guide: Rockettes and Radio City Music Hall Guide

With up to 5 shows per day on weekends, the Rockettes are a tradition during the NYC Holiday Season for more than 75 years. Don’t miss the signature eye-high kicks, precision choreography and exciting, show-stopping numbers – including one with Santa.

Rockettes Tour Packages

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Best Hotels Near Rockefeller Center

Some of our top value picks near Rockefeller Center include:

• The Jewel facing Rockefeller Center - great value and location. My NY high school classmates stayed here for our reunion
• 3 West Club - consistently receives excellent reviews, especially the location and value for the price.
• Radio City Apartments - a NYC Insider Guide Favorite
• New Hotels: Motto by Hilton NYC Times Square (Opens Oct 6, 2023) + Hampton Inn by Hilton New York Times Square + Home2 Suites by Hilton New York Times Square (Open Nov 1, 2023) - New 1000 room Hilton Hotel with 3 brands in the same building right next to Rockefeller Center

See the Insider Guide for dozens more Hotels Near Rockefeller Center. Rockefeller Center runs from 47th - 50th Streets, between 5th and 6th Aves. Download our free neighborhood maps at Midtown East Hotels and Midtown West Hotels

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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting

Wednesday, December 4, 2024
December 4, 2024 - January 11, 2025
Ceremony, 7-9 pm

The Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting is a highlight of every winter in NYC. The unlit tree arrives in November, and after Black Friday and Thanksgiving, the department stores open their famous window holiday displays. However, it is the week after Thanksgiving, when the Rockefeller Center Tree is lit, that represents the true start of Holiday Season in NYC for many New Yorkers.

Check the full NYC Insider Guide to the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting:

• On Sale | 2024 Tree Lighting Ceremony Indoor Viewing from 45 Rockefeller Center - Be whisked past security with your NYPD-approved credential letter and up to our private, third-floor retreat to watch the whole ceremony from the eight-foot glass windows in our gala hall. Gourmet food, free-flowing drinks and live entertainment.
• Pending | 4 Hour Private Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Gala - A gala reception at a stunning, private townhouse rooftop with grand views of St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Fifth Avenue. We’ll keep you warm and entertained for hours, with large screens broadcasting the Tree Lighting festivities, incredible food, flowing cocktails, music and dancing, plenty of extraordinary entertainers and our favorite professional photographer will be stationed right in front of the Christmas Tree for formal photos of you and your friends or family.
• Pending | VIP Exclusive New York City Holiday Tree Lighting Gala at Rockefeller Center & Rockettes - same gala as above with a slightly different menu & the next day, enjoy orchestra seats to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular & afterwards a licensed NYC guide will greet you for a fun and memorable walking tour of the Fifth Avenue holiday window displays. The grand finale will be afternoon tea with the Rockettes.

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Holiday Markets in NYC

Explore the top holiday markets in NYC, sip hot cocoa, ice skate and shop your way through our fantastic holiday bazaars, featuring unique artisan gifts for the whole family. We review Grand Central Holiday Market, Union Square Holiday Market, Shops at Winter Village Bryant Park, flea markets, Holiday Markets Shopping Tours and more. Cross off your holiday shopping list with our full season Guide to Holiday Markets in NYC

• Holiday Shops at Bryant Park - October 25, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
• Grand Central Holiday Fair - November 11 - December 24, 2024
• Union Square Holiday Market - November 14 - December 24
• Columbus Circle Holiday Market - December 3-21, 2024

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NYC November Sports

Make sure to add a NYC Game Day to your NYC vacation – it’s an absolute MUST in NYC! To many New Yorkers, Fall Equals the Holy Grail of Sports and this is why it is their favorite of the four seasons. Knicks and Nets basketball is just getting started and the NY Rangers and NY Islanders hockey seasons are underway. Once every few years, we’ll have a Playoff or World Series baseball game, so stay tuned.

• NY Rangers Hockey @ MSG
• NY Islanders Hockey @ UBS Arena
• NY Knicks @ MSG
• Brooklyn Nets @ Barclays

Giants & Jets MetLife Schedule

There is so much talent on our field this fall! The Jets new QB, Aaron Rodgers (who will hopefully play more than 4 minutes this season), four-time MVP, is headlining the action and we are all hopeful he brings it to "Gang Green." On the Giants side, superstar Daniel Jones, "Danny Dimes," is was setting records just about every game and whether it’s Jones or DeVito, we look forward to celebrating the Giants 100th season! There’s nothing like a traditional American football game, so head on out to MetLife Stadium, where tickets start at just $40 per game!

• Giants Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon | Ticketmaster Deals
• Jets Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon | Ticketmaster Deals
• Insider Guides: NY Giants and NY Jets

Knicks MSG Schedule

No matter how they are performing, Knicks games are always a blast and there's nothing like an event at MSG! Come join our NY basketball team live in action at Madison Square Garden, "The World’s Most Famous Arena." Go NYC style with cheap seats, fast paced sports action, hot dogs and beer and cheer on the New York Knicks today! As a general rule, with plenty of exceptions, basketball games start at either 7:30pm or 12:00pm, November through April.

• Knicks Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon | Ticketmaster Deals
• Insider Guide: NY Knicks Tickets, Schedule, Directions

Rangers MSG Schedule

Get your New York Rangers tickets and schedule to see our NY hockey team live in action at Madison Square Garden. The NY Rangers have made the finals and/or playoffs the last six consecutive seasons. Their games are the easiest sporting events in NYC to attend, right in Midtown Manhattan, a block from the Empire State Building.

• Rangers Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon | Ticketmaster Deals
• Insider Guide: NY Rangers Tickets, Schedule, Directions

More November Sports NYC:

• NIT Season Tip-Off @

• Barclays Center Basketball – Legends Classic, Empire Classic, Brooklyn Basketball Hall of Fame Invitational (Dec)

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November New York City Concerts and Shows

• Jerry Seinfeld – Nov 23, Dec 21, 2024 @ Beacon Theatre

• John Oliver & Seth Meyers – Nov 24, Dec 15, 2024 @ Beacon Theatre

• David Gilmour – Nov 4-6 & 9-10, 2024 @ MSG
• Rockettes Christmas Spectacular – Nov 8, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025 
• New York Comedy Festival – Nov 8-17, 2024
• Marc Anthony – Nov 7 @ @

• Nutcracker Ballet – Nov 29, 2024–Jan 04, 2025
• Disney on Ice – Nov 1-3 @ Prudential Center (NJ), @ UBS Arena
• Big Apple Circus – Nov 8-Jan 5, 2025

See More: NYC Concerts Shows November

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Holiday Shows in NYC

NYC is home to more special holiday shows this season than EVER before! Tickets are selling fast for the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes®, Cirque du Soleil ‘Twas the Night Before, The Magic Flute and The Nutcracker Ballet. Don’t miss out – now is the time to score the best seats on the best days.

• Rockettes Christmas Spectacular – Nov 8, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025
• Mariah Carey – "Mariah Carey’s Christmas Time" – December 13 @ Prudential Center (NJ), Dec 15 @ UBS Arena , Dec 17 @ Barclays Center

• Annie… – Dec 4 – Jan 5, 2025 @ Hulu Theater at MSG, featuring Whoopi Goldberg as Miss Hannigan beginning Dec 11
• Nutcracker Ballet – Nov 29, 2024–Jan 04, 2025
• The New York Pops: Merry & Bright – December 20, 2024 @ Carnegie Hall
• The Magic Flute – TBD 2024 @ The Metropolitan Opera
• Jingle Ball – TBD 2024, Dua Lipa, Lizzo, Charlie Puth, Backstreet Boys++ @ MSG
• Big Apple Circus – TBD 2024, November 8, 2023 – January 1, 2024
• See More @ Ticketmaster Holiday Deals

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November Broadway Show Picks

Broadway has a TON of new shows, award winners and legends on stage.

Celebrities on Broadway

• Redwood – Idina Menzel (Jan 24, 2025 – August 17, 2025)
• Glengarry Glen Ross – Kieran Culkin, Bob Odenkirk & Michael McKean (March 10-May 31, 2025)
• Good Night, and Good Luck – George Clooney (March 12 – June 8)
• Othello – Denzel Washington & Jake Gyllenhaal (Feb 25-June 8, 2025)
• Just in Time – Jonathan Groff (March 31+)
• Call Me Izzy – Jean Smart (May 24-Aug 17, 2025)
• Gypsy – Audra McDonald (Nov 21, 2024+)
• Sunset Boulevard – Nicole Scherzinger (Sept 28, 2024 – Jul 13, 2025)
• Waiting for Godot – Keanu Reeves & Alex Winter – (aka, Bill & Ted:) (Fall 2025)

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NYC Hotels Times Square

The best NYC Hotels Times Square chosen by a NYC local! If you want to be in the heart of Broadway, all the tourist action, Restaurant Row, lounge by a pool, check out the best views from a rooftop or splurge on the live NYE Ball Drop, we will show you the best places to stay.

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Things to do in New York in November

The best Things To Do in New York in November range from Hudson Valley fall foliage to major designer bargains at New York City sample sales. Some of our top November picks include:

• Private Central Park Walking Tour with a Personal Photographer – guided bike tour through the fall foliage with a personal photographer taking pictures the entire way!
• NYC Rooftop Lounge Tour – guaranteed access to some of our exclusive nighttime hot spots as you ascend to the city’s rooftop bars to sip cocktails under the starry sky.

See All: Things To Do in New York in November

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New York City Nightlife

How do you make the most of your time in the city that never sleeps?? Some of the best 'only in NYC' nightlife experiences include skyline views, dinner cruises, Museums and attractions open late til 2am, rooftops, night tours, comedy clubs and more. Some of our top NYC Nightlife picks:

See all our Top Picks: New York City Nightlife

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New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show

Just like NYC, twinkling lights go on at night with both city and holiday lights. All NYC landmarks and buildings are created entirely from botanical "ingredients" such as, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, poppy pods, pine cones, berries, mushrooms, nuts, bark, leaves twigs and dozens of other plant parts. Humming along between familiar sites such as the Statue of Liberty and Rockefeller Center, large-scale model trains cover a quarter-mile of track to bring life to this traditional holiday landscape. The Holiday Train Show @ NYBG is definitely one of those "not-to-be-missed" and "only in NYC" unique and memory-creating things to do for couples, families and children.

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NYBG GLOW – An Outdoor Light Experience

GLOW at The New York Botanical Garden lets you discover the beauty of the landmark landscape and historic buildings after dark, breathtakingly illuminated with a 1.5-mile colorful experience. Washes of brilliant color, thousands of dazzling LEDs, illuminated plant stories, and whimsical, picture-perfect installations reflect the surrounding gardens and collections—creating a spectacle not to be missed! @ NYBG

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Central Park NY Hotels

See the Insider Guide for dozens more Central Park NY Hotels and download our free Central Park map at Central Park NY Guide

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NYC Insider Print Map and Guide to Manhattan

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Fun Things to do in New York in Fall

There is no shortage of fun things to do in Autumn in NYC. Whether it’s biking, sailing, boating, walking, horseback riding or cheering on one of our awesome New York sports teams, you can do it all with the glorious and vibrant colored leaves as your backdrop.

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• Fall Foliage Cruises - Jump aboard a classic sailboat and head north up the Hudson River to take in the beautiful fall foliage. 
• Explore Central Park on Bike or Foot or Horse Carriage Tour - the fall foliage is a don't miss in NYC!
• NYC Rooftop Lounge Tour - guaranteed access to exclusive nighttime hot spots as you ascend to the city’s rooftop bars to sip cocktails under the starry sky.

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Disney on Ice Magic in the Stars

Hosted by Mickey and Minnie, take a journey through the stories of Disney’s Frozen and Encanto. Join the race to find Elsa and stop the eternal winter, dream about summer with Olaf, and sing-along with Kristoff and Sven. Celebrate the love of family in the new show everyone will be talking about! Experience Disney’s Encanto brought to life like never before. Sing and dance with Mirabel, her sisters, Isabela and Luisa, and more!

More Info and Discount Tickets: Disney on Ice NYC

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New York Comedy Festival

Nov 8-17, 2024
9 Days, 5 Boroughs, 100+ Shows, 200+ Comedians

This year’s headliners include Dave Attell, Bill Burr, Nicole Byer, Jimmy Carr, Margaret Cho, Tim Dillon, Giggly Squad, Ilana Glazer, Brett Goldstein, Nate Jackson, Anthony Jeselnik, Matteo Lane, Sam Morril, Nick Mullen and Adam Friedland, Atsuko Okatsuka, Pod Meets World, Donnell Rawlings, Jeff Ross, Robyn Schall, Daniel Sloss, and Michelle Wolf.

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Secret NYC Insider Tours

Explore our subways secrets with a local guide, go behind-the-scenes at the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, uncover surprising gems and historical tales of Grand Central Station, cocktail your way through Manhattan’s best and most secretive speakeasies and much more!

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The Nutcracker Ballet at Lincoln Center

From the moment the lights dim, you will be transported to a magical place filled with adorable children, marching toy soldiers, a glowing one-ton Christmas tree that seemingly grows forever, mischievous mice, waltzing snowflakes, the Land of Sweets and some of the most glorious dancing on earth.

Nov 29, 2024–Jan 04, 2025
Tickets on Sale in September

Photo: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™

More Info: Nutcracker Ballet

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Lincoln Center - Opera, Ballet, NY Philharmonic, Jazz, Broadway

You really haven't been to NYC until you experience THE beating heart of our Arts & Culture scene, Lincoln Center, home to the New York Philharmonic, Metropolitan Opera, NYC Ballet, Julliard School, Broadway and so much more. See what NYC's (always amazing) classic cultural scene has to offer while you are here.

More: Lincoln Center Venue Guide

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Big Apple Circus

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Broadway Under the Stars

Need more free Broadway? Some years you can see The Shows Go On @ Hudson Yards

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Black Friday NYC Deals

There are ton of amazing online NYC Travel deals on Black Friday every year. If you, or anyone you know, is traveling to NYC in the next year, this is THE week to buy your attractions passes, book hotels, buy sightseeing passes and much more.

• Booking.com offers 30+% off select reservations worldwide for stays booked November 16-29, 2023 and stay anytime up to and including December 31, 2024.
• New York Sightseeing Pass – Up to 37% off Sightseeing Passes Black Friday and Cyber Monday through 11/27/23. Includes Unlimited Hop on Hop off Buses, One World Observatory, $40 Credit to use towards Empire State Building Observatory and up to 100 attractions and tours. (Read our NYC Attractions Pass Comparison)
• (2022) Ticketmaster – who sells Rockettes, Rangers, Knicks, Cirque du Soleil and tons of other NYC tickets, is offering 15-50%+ savings with code “FRIDAY” for purchases made 11/24 to 11/29/21. All ticket offers valid on select seats, performances, games and dates as applicable.
• (2022) Viator – from Wed 11/24 through Wed 12/1, use code “BLACKFRIDAY10” to save 10% on almost anything in NYC – tours, shows, holiday tours, holiday lights, etc. ($30 max discount per order).

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ChiliFest

Mark your calendar for November 11 and join the Meatpacking District and Chelsea Market in welcoming the return of ChiliFest! Head over to 15th Street from 12 – 5PM for live music, games, and more.

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NYC events today, like every day, include shows, concerts, Broadway, sports, kids events and much more. Check our NYC events calendar to see things to do in NYC today, NYC Events, shows in NYC tonight, events in NYC tonight, NYC events this weekend and more New York City upcoming events!

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NYC Marathon Viewing Party with Brunch & Cocktails

Join the NYC Marathon Viewing Party with Brunch & Cocktails and watch your favorite runners enter Manhattan at the 16 mile mark as they come over the Queensborough (59th St) Bridge. Sip on coffee and cocktails while you dine on a wide selection of scrumptious brunch and lunch options, watch runners whiz by, clap & cheer them on with lots of photo opportunities and sign making.