Head out to Oyster Bay for the Oyster Festival. The annual event brings together live pirate performers, local musicians, artisans and craftspeople, and the best food vendors in the area. Attendees can join the oyster shucking competition or hit the Food Court to try oysters in every shape and form. There's even carnival rides for some thrilling fun.
You've never experienced Halloween quite like this. Come in costume and take a picture of the Statue of Liberty from up close, or just relax on the open-air deck while enjoying VIP bottle service. This 3-hour cruise of the harbor also features three levels of music, located both inside and outdoors. Your tickets are available here.
Known for being one of the biggest Halloween parties in the US, This one-night party is 50,000 square feet of aerial performances, DJs, and fire displays. There will also be a costume contest, so bring your best game, and be prepared to see some of the most horrifying and elaborate costumes you've ever experienced.
Join over 50,000 zombies, robots, monsters, and more on Halloween night. Millions of people show up to join in, and 2 million more line up to watch. This event is said to be NYC's biggest Halloween-themed party. There are options for you to ride on a float, see the parade from a pedicab, or just enjoy this 49th annual tradition from the sidelines. Learn more here.
Premier talents from journalism, television, the arts, and more come together for this unique festival of culture. Returning for its 23rd year, this time both live and virtually, you can tune in to see screenings, panels, and performances. For information, a complete list of guests, and tickets, visit The New Yorker here.
Classic Radio Road Show presented two thriller radio plays: "On a Country Road," a hapless couple is stranded on a desolate road during a thunderstorm while an axe murderer is running amok nearby. "The Telltale Heart", Edgar Allen Poe's story of paranoia and senseless murder. Starts at 7:30 pm at Middletown Arts Center, tickets are available at the door and online.
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The Gateways Music Festival features a week packed with live performances, including two full orchestra concerts, six chamber music performances, and two piano recitals. There will also be two film screenings, two lectures, a panel discussion, and even a jam session for attendees. Additional information and the full schedule and tickets for events are available online.
