NYC September Events and Activities Calendar
New York City Events September include the US Tennis Open, Giants, Jets , the San Gennaro Festival and Broadway is Back this month! Metlife Stadium will operate at full capacity this season. Chicago, Come From Away, Hadestown, Hamilton, Lion King, Moulin Rouge, Six, Wicked, Aladdin and more shows return to the stage this month! This year marks the 20 Year Anniversary of 9/11/01, always a somber day in New York City.
In prior years, September events included Broadway Week and Fashion Week. The new Broadway season usually kicks off with Back to Broadway month, and we check the critic’s reviews in anticipation of the hottest new shows. The Opera, Philharmonic and Ballet all start their new seasons.
Summer is behind and everyone is back to work and school. September in NYC is a beautiful time of year to wine and dine outside. Football season begins and the stores are packed with fall and winter clothes.
Add an event to the New York City Events Activities September calendar and if you’re looking for something to do last minute or see a dated calendar listing of September events, check our Today in NYC page.
Top NYC September Events
- US Tennis Open
- Broadway is Back on Stage
- Subway Series @ Citi Field
- New York Giants & Jets
- Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day
- Labor Day Weekend
- The Feast Of San Gennaro
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September Featured Events and Businesses
Fall Foliage Cruises
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U.S. Tennis Open 2021
Read the complete NYC Insider Guides to the US Tennis Open with discount tickets, hotel packages, schedule, seating chart and more!
August 30 – September 12, 2021
Tickets on Sale June
The US Tennis Open is one of my all time favorite events and we sure did miss you last year! The Billie Jean King National Tennis Center is spectacular, and the crowd is always amazing. Make sure to catch the FREE Qualifying Rounds to see the world’s greatest tennis players practice and compete free and head to Arthur Ashe Kids Day.
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US Tennis Open Hotels
The Best US Tennis Open hotels include our cheap, budget and lesser known discount hotels along with Hotels near Grand Central, Penn Station and the NTC in Queens.
- Lotte New York Palace – rub elbows with Serena and Venus Williams, Nadal, Kyrgios and Bouchard, who have all stayed here
- Grand Hyatt – one of the US Open partner hotels and hosts a large portion of the main draw
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott – Queens Hotel with free US Open shuttle
- Fairfield Inn New York LaGuardia – Free parking, free shuttle to US Open, free shuttle to 7 train
Part of the fun of traveling to the US Open is to see NYC, right? In that case, you’ll want to stay in hotels closest to the NYC public transportation that takes you there quickly. If you have a car to park, then a Queens hotel with a shuttle to the NTC might be best for you. Read the full guide: Best US Tennis Open hotels.
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Broadway is BACK!
Chicago, Come From Away, Hadestown, Hamilton, Lion King, Moulin Rouge, Six, Wicked, Aladdin and more shows return to the stage this month!
Full List of Broadway Shows and Discount Broadway Tickets
Hamilton Broadway Musical – 2016 WINNER OF 11 TONY AWARDS!
Resumes September 14, 2021. Nominated for 16 Tony Awards (a record!) Hamilton, is the rap-and-hip-hop infused musical about Alexander Hamilton, our most controversial founding father. From orphan, immigrant bastard to George Washington’s top aide, Hamilton rises to the top of the newborn government as he survives the country’s first sex scandal.
- Great Seats: Hamilton Tickets
- Insider Guide: Hamilton Broadway
Six the Musical Broadway - Opens September 17, 2021, Tickets on Sale May 10, 2021
Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. Six centers on the six ex-wives of King Henry VIII, who take the mic to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse. They remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power.
Wicked Broadway Musical - Returns September 14, 2021
Long before that girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland, two girls meet in the Land of Oz. Elphaba – born with emerald green skin – is smart, fiery and misunderstood. See the untold musical story of The Wizard of Oz’s Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good... before Dorothy dropped in.
- Great Tickets: Wicked Tickets
- Insider Guide: Wicked Broadway Musical Review
Hadestown Broadway Musical - 2019 TONY Award Winner - Resumes Sept 2, 2021
The underdog of all Broadway Musicals and recipient of 14 Tony Nominations in 2019, Hadestown follows two intertwining love stories — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — as it invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Ages 8+
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Sports New York City Events September
Make sure to add a NYC Game Day to your NYC vacation – it’s an absolute MUST in NYC! For football fans, what could be better than watching the Giants and Jets in warm weather? Head to Yankee Stadium to grab a hot dog and cheer on the Yankees or NYCFC or head to baseball’s nicest stadium, Citi Field, to cheer on the Mets. Highlights this month include a Subway Series @ Citi Field!
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Take a Fall Foliage Cruise or Trip
With dozens of discount tickets available, you can't miss with a trip in or out of the city to see the fall leaves in their glorious autumn colors. Take to the river and join Classic Harbor on one of their classic sailboats and head north up the Hudson River to take in the beautiful fall foliage.
More Fall Foliage Trips
- New York Fall Foliage Tours - helicopters, Circle Line: Bear Mountain Full-Day Cruise and more options
- Bear Mountain Fall Foliage Cruise - all day upstate cruise and onboard Oktoberfest with music, food and beer specials. Oktoberfest Cruise usually runs Saturdays and Sundays Sept-Nov.
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Visiting the 9-11 Memorial and Museum
September is one of the most popular times of year to visit both the 9-11 Memorial and Museum. The 9-11 Memorial “attests to the triumph of human dignity over human depravity and affirms an unwavering commitment to the fundamental value of human life.“
Read the Insider Guides to:
- 9-11 Memorial Tours
- 9-11 Memorial Museum (closed to the public 9/11)
- 9-11 Memorial
- One World Observatory NYC
- 9-11 Anniversary Events NYC
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Boutique Downtown Hotels New York
Boutique Downtown Hotels put you right next to some of NYC's most popular attractions: The 9-11 Memorial and Museum, Statue of Liberty, One World Observatory, Wall Street, St. Paul's Cathedral, Charging Bull and every major subway station.
- Frederick Hotel - one of NYC's best lesser know hidden gems
- Moxy NYC Downtown - 30 stories, local coffee program, arcade games, DJ and a basketball court
- The Artezen Hotel - high-tech suites, yoga & fitness center + HIDE, a swanky, two-story sky lounge (photo)
See More: Boutique Downtown Hotels New York
Downtown Hotels: Tribeca/Battery Park and Financial District/ Wall St
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Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day
September 18, 2021
(Usually in April)
Museum Day offers free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. Participants are allowed to download one ticket per email address, which provides free general admission for two people.
Manhattan museums include: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden, Bard Graduate Center Gallery, Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, Poster House, Museum of the City of New York and The Cathedral of St. John the Divine New York
More Info: smithsonianmag.com
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Things To Do in New York in September
The best Things To Do in New York in September include seeing a museum free, indulging in NYC’s fair and festival scene, enjoying Labor Day Weekend, following the Vendy awards, catching the New York City Unicycle Festival and much more. Some of our top September picks include:
- One World Observatory: Skip All Lines – Take the high-speed SkyPod elevators to the 102nd floor in 60 seconds to enjoy 50-mile panoramic views right after fast-tracking through security check.
- 9/11 Memorial & Museum: Skip The Line – the only tickets that don’t require you book a timeslot. Show up when you want and you can walk right in!
See All: Things To Do in New York in September
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Labor Day Weekend in NYC
Monday, September 6, 2021. Some of the best things to do Labor Day Weekend in New York City include The West Indian Parade, U.S. Tennis Open, Yankees, Metropolitan Opera, Electric Zoo Festival, Outdoor and Indoor Concerts, Free Museum Admission for military families and much more.
See All: Labor Day Weekend in NYC
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Save with a New York City Attractions Pass
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NY Pops Up
February 20 - Labor Day, 2021
NY Pops Up is a new in 2021 festival programmed by artists, with artists, for the public and set to feature hundreds of performances, many of which will be open to the public free of charge. The catch? Most performances will not be announced in advance - prepare to be spontaneously surprised across NYC all spring and summer.
The Festival will reach its climax with the 20th Anniversary of the Tribeca Film Festival (June 9-20, 2021) and The Festival at Little Island at Pier 55, bringing the total number of performances to more than 1,000.
Confirmed artists include Hugh Jackman, Renée Fleming, Amy Schumer, Sarah Jessica Parker, Matthew Broderick, Alec Baldwin, Mandy Patinkin, Gavin Creel, Billy Porter, Jonathan Groff, Savion Glover, Kelli O’Hara, Danielle Brooks, Idina Menzel, Sutton Foster, Jessie Mueller and many more.
More Info: NY Pops Up
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Little Island NYC Opens Spring 2021
Opens May 21, 2021
Pier 55 & Hudson River Park Greenway, NY 10014
Roughly 14th St, West of Chelsea Market
NYC’s new Little Island in the Hudson River resembles a leaf floating on water with a base of tulip-shaped pots and will offer seating lawns, gentle slopes, winding pathways leading to dazzling views, and a variety of spaces for performances, play rest and relaxation. The island is open 6am-1am daily, but you must reserve your free spot if visiting 12:00- 8:00 pm daily.
Perform in the Park, Events in the Amph ++
June - September 2021
Little Island offers a diverse mix of programs, experiences, shows and events. The majority of events in the park will be presented free or at a low cost, to create an environment that is inclusive and welcoming to visitors of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Little Island's August Festival (August 11 - September 5, 2021) celebrates NYC’s wonderful mix of cultures reflected in four weeks of adventurous, free live performances, including dance, music, poetry, comedy shows, surprising collaborations and new commissions, with over 35 free performances in The Amph.
More Info: Little Island
Friends Experience NYC
March 17- September 6th, 2021
130 East 23rd St (23rd @ Lex)
After a successful Friends Pop Up in SoHo last year, the new Friends Experiece is back with two floors of set recreations, including Monica and Rachel’s apartment, dozens of new photo opportunities, and you’ll even be able to poke Ugly Naked Guy (6 feet apart and "Monica Clean").
More Info: Friends Experience NYC
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NYC Insider Print Map and Guide to Manhattan
NYC Printable Guides - Available for Immediate Download
REALLY??? This is a lifesaver! I’m too ADD-riddled to ever have been able to compile all this info in a useful way. Thanks to these tools, our 3 short days in NYC will be spent just how we want with no time wasted. I really can’t say enough good things. To anyone on the fence about this purchase…it truly is the best $20 you can spend and will probably save you way more than that in time alone.
Honestly this was the best book I’ve ever purchased and it was worth every single dollar I spent on it!!
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September NYC Concerts and Events
- Governors Ball Music Festival – Sept 24-26, 2021 @ Citi Field
- Electric Zoo Festival – September 3-5, 2021
See All: NYC Concerts Shows September – Concerts are back at Barclays, MSG, MetLife, Jones Beach and more!
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The Beast is Back in 2021
Locals and visitors alike absolutely LOVE the Beast Speedboat ride. Revel in up close views of the financial district, Empire State Building, World Trade Center, Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge, South Street Seaport and more, without ever leaving the water. We'll try not to spoil the surprise, but let's just say don't bring anything that can't get wet:)
May 27 - Sept 26, 2021, 10:00 am–6:00 pm, every hour on the hour, 30 minute ride
- Tickets: Beast Speedboat Ride Tickets
- Find More: NYC Boat Tours Cruises
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.
- 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.
See All: Fun Things to do in New York in Fall
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95th Annual Feast of San Gennaro
The San Gennaro Festival
September 16-26, 2021
Looking to experience Little Italy, compare every slice of Pizza in NYC, or have a ‘sausage, onion and pepper’ sandwich? Then the Feast of San Gennaro is for you!
Although it is an annual celebration of faith, the Feast of San Gennaro has a huge variety of ethnic food delicacies, charming restaurants and cafes and even a world-famous cannoli-eating competition! Check out their site for more on all the kid-friendly activities, eating, maps and entertainment.
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Save Big on Things to do in New York City
New York City Coupons and Discounts are available for almost everything one can do in NYC: concerts, shows, Broadway, sports, events, tours, attractions, beauty and spa and much more! See All: Insider Guide to ALL our NYC Coupons
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Washington Square Outdoor Art Exhibit
Labor Day Weekend
Walk around Greenwich Village browsing tons of artwork displayed by original artists. Paintings, sculpture, eco-friendly art and lots of other unique pieces to see or purchase, at far less than gallery prices.
Location: near NYU, University Place from E 10th Street, South along Washington Square Park to W 3rd Street. The South end of the show, Schwartz Plaza, is also known as Bobkin Lane. More info.
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Below is all September Events from prior years.
Stay tuned for updates!
Top NYC September Events
- Broadway Week
- Billy Joel, Jerry Seinfeld, Backstreet Boys
- Metropolitan Opera Summer HD Festival
- Met Museum Martini Rooftop
- Off-Broadway Week
- 20 at 20 Off-Broadway Shows
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New York City Broadway Week 2019
September 3-16, 2019. Tickets on Sale August 14th.
Get two-for-one tickets to some of the City’s hottest Broadway shows
2019 Will be announced on August 14, 2019.
Check out New York City Broadway Week and get your FREE tickets using code BWAYWK.
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NYC Off-Broadway Week
September 23 – October 6, 2019
Tickets on Sale September 9th
Off Broadway Week is another great time to save big on some of the city’s best shows! You can read more about all the hot Off Broadway Shows this season or check out the discount codes at Off Broadway Week offering 2 for 1 tickets.
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See Over 20 Off-Broadway Shows for Only $20 Each
September 3-23, 2019
20at20 is your chance to see the Best of Off-Broadway for only $20! A 3 course meal (when it coincides with Restaurant Week) and a show for $55 per person??? Can’t beat that! Catch up on all the hot Off Broadway Shows this season and read more at 20 at 20 Off-Broadway Shows for $20.
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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.
- Metropolitan Opera - Sept - May
- NYC Ballet - September - May; (Fall, Nutcracker, Winter, Spring)
- NY Philharmonic - Sept to June
- Jazz at Lincoln Center - all year
More: Lincoln Center Venue Guide
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Ongoing New York City Events September
- Free NYC Museum Admission for Military Families Summer (Labor Day)
- Met Museum Roof Martini Bar (TBD)
- Metropolitan Opera Summer HD Festival (TBD)
- Back to Broadway Month
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NYC Festivals, Fairs and Parades Fall
Fall is chock full of Festivals, Fairs and Parades in NYC, so many, that we’ve created a whole guide just for Festivals, Fairs and Parades in New York City. Some of the awesome events include:
- Annual Feast of San Gennaro
- African American Day Parade
- New York Film Festival
- New York City Wine and Food Festival
- New York Television Festival
- New Yorker Festival
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Fashion Week in NYC
Spring/Summer: September 5-13, 2019
Fashion Week provides the world’s top designers an international platform to showcase their collections to more than 100,000 industry insiders from around the world. Dozens of fashion shows and related events are held around the city during New York Fashion Week.
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Harvest in the Square, Union Square
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Food, Fun and Fundraising. Join Union Square for the 23rd Annual Harvest in the Square, a festive celebration of community and cuisine, and New York’s premier food and wine tasting event featuring over 50 restaurants and 20 wineries. Tickets: harvestinthesquare.nyc
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Giants & Jets MetLife Schedule 2021
MetLife Stadium will operate at full capacity for the 2021 season!!!!! Ready to see the Giants and catch our newest star recruit, Saquon Barkley? Perhaps you'd rather see football's newest stars on the Jets roster? Either way, 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
- Jets Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon
- Insider Guides: NY Giants and NY Jets
NY Giants & Jets Schedule – Home Games September
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New York Yankees Schedule
The New York Yankees, 27-Time World Series Champions, and likely the most simultaneously loved and hated team in baseball, return to Yankee Stadium with our newest star recruit, pitcher Gerrit Cole. There are few things in NYC better than a Yankee game, an old-fashioned hot dog and a beer.
- Yankees Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon
- Insider Guide: NY Yankees Tickets, Schedule, Directions
NY Yankees Schedule – Home Games September
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New York Mets Schedule
Catch NYC's National baseball team in action at the amazing Citi Field, one of baseball's nicest stadiums. Tickets are easy to get and the Mets are an easy 30 minute subway from Times Square or Grand Central. Grab a burger from Shake Shack and get ready to see some baseball action.
- Mets Tickets: StubHub | Ticketmaster | Groupon
- Insider Guide: NY Mets Tickets, Schedule, Directions
NY Mets Schedule – Home Games
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New York City Events Calendar
Things to Do in NYC by Month
Our Event Calendars show you exactly which events occur by day, but our Things to Do monthly guides highlight seasonal tours, bike rides, best time for boat cruises, when to buy tickets, the biggest sales and all the optimal times to do activities by month. Check out our Monthly Things to do in NYC Guides.
- Things to do in New York in March
- Things to do in New York in April
- Things to do in New York in May
- Things to do in New York in June
- Things to do in New York in September
- Things to do in New York in October
- Things to do in New York in November
- Things to do in New York in December
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What events are happening in New York City September 12 to 14? I had trouble accessing this information on the web site.
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