As the summer heat eases and the crisp autumn air takes hold, New York City comes alive with seasonal street fairs, cultural celebrations, and neighborhood block parties.
From the aroma of roasted chestnuts and artisan bites filling the avenues to vibrant parades and open-air markets, fall in the city offers an unparalleled atmosphere.
Whether you are looking for vintage finds, world-class film and art festivals, or simply an excuse to stroll through the boroughs under the changing foliage, this season’s lineup captures the authentic, energetic spirit of autumn in NYC.
Street Festivals, Parades and Fairs In Manhattan
September
- Sept 12: Columbus Circle Food Fair – Broadway from 60th Street to 61st Street.
- Sept 12: Summer on the Hudson: Human Chess – Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Riverside Park.
- Sept 12-15: 15th Annual Morningside Lights – Lantern procession from Morningside Park to Columbia University.
- Sept 13: Back to The School Bazaar – Fashion-forward finds, independent designers, and makers at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Sept 13: Meatpacking District Fair – 9th Avenue from 15th Street to 16th Street.
- Sept 17-27: Feast of San Gennaro – Multi-day historic festival in Little Italy along Mulberry Street.
- Sept 20: Ready for Fall Vintage Bazaar – Racks of curated vintage clothing, accessories, and cozy layers at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Sept 20: Columbus Circle Fair – Broadway from 60th Street to 61st Street.
- Sept 20: Bryant Park Area Fair – 41st Street from 6th Avenue to 7th Avenue.
- Sept 23: A Taste of Grand Bazaar at Hudson Square – Midweek artisanal pop-up market at Hudson Square Plaza.
- Sept 24: Grand Central Food Festival Series – 45th Street from 3rd Avenue to Lexington Avenue.
- Sept 26: 6th Avenue Autumn Fair – 6th Avenue from 14th Street to 23rd Street.
- Sept 26: 2026 Global Citizen Festival – Concert on the Great Lawn in Central Park.
- Sept 27: Autumn Home Decor Bazaar – Curated seasonal home decor and design pieces at Grand Bazaar NYC.
October
- Oct 1: Financial Community Fair – Park Place from Broadway to Church Street.
- Oct 3: Slice Out Hunger 11th Annual $1 Pizza Party – St. Anthony’s Church at 155 Sullivan Street.
- Oct 4: Lexington Avenue Food Fair – Lexington Avenue from 42nd Street to 57th Street.
- Oct 4: Decor and Design Bazaar – Vintage furnishings, handcrafted home goods, artwork, and ceramics at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Oct 7: A Taste of Grand Bazaar at Hudson Square – Final fall Wednesday pop-up market at Hudson Square Plaza.
- Oct 8: A Taste of Asia in NYC Benefit – Held at Madison Square Park.
- Oct 8: Grand Central Food Block Party Series – 41st Street from 3rd Avenue to Lexington Avenue.
- Oct 11: Lower Broadway Fair – Broadway from Liberty Street to Rector Street.
- Oct 11: Cozy and Crafted Bazaar – Artisan-made accessories, cozy textiles, and candles at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Oct 12: Columbus Day Festival – Broadway from Liberty Street to Battery Place.
- Oct 18: Lexington Avenue Fall Festival – Lexington Avenue from 42nd Street to 57th Street.
- Oct 18: Art and Fashion Bazaar – Independent artists, designers, and vintage curators at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Oct 17: Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade – Costume parade along Avenue B from 12th Street to 7th Street.
- Oct 22: Midtown East Food Fair Series – 45th Street from 3rd Avenue to Lexington Avenue.
- Oct 24: Sixth Avenue Fall Festival – 6th Avenue from 34th Street to 42nd Street.
- Oct 24: Diwali Times Square – Festival of lights celebration in Times Square.
- Oct 25: Spooky Spectacular Bazaar – Halloween-themed decorations, treats, and vintage finds at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Oct 31: Village Halloween Parade – Historic evening parade through Greenwich Village.
November
- Nov 1: Wellness Weekend Bazaar – Post-marathon recovery market featuring natural skincare, self-care essentials, and nourishing foods at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Nov 10: A Taste of Grand Bazaar at Hudson Square – Pop-up market featuring independent makers and food vendors at Hudson Square Plaza.
- Nov 8: One of a Kind Bazaar – Unique handcrafted jewelry, original artwork, and custom pieces at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Nov 11: Veterans Day Festival – Broadway from Liberty Street to Battery Place.
- Nov 11: 2026 Veteran’s Day Parade – Fifth Avenue from 26th Street to 47th Street.
- Nov 15: Autumn Bazaar – Seasonal neighborhood market featuring vintage collectors and food vendors at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Nov 22: Homecoming Bazaar – Pre-Thanksgiving market focused on home hosting, tableware, and festive decor at Grand Bazaar NYC.
- Nov 26: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade – Iconic procession marching down Central Park West and 6th Avenue.
- Nov 29: Super Sunday Bazaar – Holiday kickoff market featuring specialty foods, jewelry, and gifts at Grand Bazaar NYC.
Street Festivals, Parades and Fairs In Brooklyn
September
- Sept 20: Sunset Park BID Annual Street Fair – 5th Avenue from 44th Street to 59th Street.
- Sept 27: Flatbush Frolic – Cortelyou Road between Coney Island and Ocean Avenues.
- Sept 27: 48th Annual Atlantic Antic Festival – Spanning Boerum Hill, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn Heights, and Downtown Brooklyn.
- Sept 26: A Taste of Grand Bazaar at Industry City – Pop-up bringing vintage dealers, artists, and makers to Brooklyn (11:00 AM – 6:00 PM).
October
- Oct 4: Fulton Mall / Metro Tech Series Fair – Lawrence Street from Fulton to Willoughby Street.
- Oct 31: Park Slope Civic Council Halloween Parade – Starting at Old Stone House & Washington Park.
November
- Nov 4: Fulton Mall / Metro Tech Series Fair – Lawrence Street from Fulton to Willoughby Street.
- Nov 1: TCS NYC Marathon – Course travels across Brooklyn toward Queens and Manhattan.
Street Festivals, Parades and Fairs In Queens
October
- Oct 3-4–10: 2026 Queens County Fair – Queens County Farm Museum at 73-50 Little Neck Parkway.
- Oct 31: 29th Annual Jackson Heights Halloween Parade – 37th Avenue from 89th Street to 76th Street.
Street Festivals, Parades and Fairs In The Bronx
September
- Sept 12: Pig Island Festival – Culinary event held at Snug Harbor Grounds.
- Sept 12: Ferragosto Festival in Bronx’ Little Italy – Arthur Avenue between East 187th Street and Crescent Avenue.
October
- Oct 24: Bronx Halloween Parade – Southern Boulevard & Westchester Avenue to Dawson Street.
Ongoing & Year-Round Markets, Fleas, and Fairs
Manhattan
- Grand Bazaar NYC (Every Sunday): Year-round indoor/outdoor flea market at 100 W 77th St (at Columbus Ave) benefiting local public schools (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
- Chelsea Flea (Saturdays & Sundays): Antique and vintage market at 29 West 25th Street running year-round (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
- Seaport Public Market (Mon–Sat Indoor, Sat Outdoor): Located at 91 South Street, featuring indoor market hours year-round and outdoor vendors May through Thanksgiving.
- Essex Market (Daily): Indoor food and vendor hall located at 88 Essex Street.
- UrbanSpace Food Markets (Daily): Includes Vanderbilt Market (Helmsley Building), Lexington Market (51st St), 6 ½ Avenue Market, and Urban Hawker at 135 West 50th Street.
- Manhattan Greenmarkets (Multiple Days): Year-round and seasonal farmers markets across Manhattan, including Union Square (Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat), Abingdon Square (Sat), Bowling Green (Tue/Thu), and Columbia University (Thu/Sun).
Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Flea in DUMBO (Saturdays & Sundays): Year-round outdoor vintage, antique, and artisanal market open from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- BQ Flea (Every Sunday): Weekly market running from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Moore Street Market (Daily): Historic indoor community market at 110 Moore Street.
- Brooklyn Greenmarkets (Multiple Days): Regional farmers markets including Grand Army Plaza (Sat), McCarren Park (Sat), Borough Hall (Tue/Thu/Sat), and Fort Greene Park (Sat).
Queens
- Queens Night Market (Saturdays through Fall): Massive open-air night market celebrating international food, art, and music behind the NY Hall of Science in Flushing Meadows Corona Park (4:00 PM – Midnight).
- Sunnyside Community Cultural Initiative (Thursdays through Sept): Weekly community music and arts programming under the 7 train at Bliss and Lowery Plazas.
- Queens County Farm Seasonal Farmstand (May–Nov): Fresh local produce and seasonal farm products at 73-50 Little Neck Parkway.
- Queens Greenmarkets (Multiple Days): Neighborhood farmers markets at Forest Hills (Sun), Jackson Heights (Sun), Sunnyside (Sat), and Astoria (Wed).
The Bronx
- Arthur Avenue Retail Market (Daily): Covered Italian specialty market at 2344 Arthur Avenue.
- Bronx Night Market (Monthly, May–Oct): Outdoor food, culture, and arts market at One Fordham Plaza.
- Bronx Greenmarkets (Multiple Days): Community markets at Bronx Borough Hall (Tue), Poe Park (Tue), and Fordham Plaza (Wed).