October doesn’t tiptoe into New York — it barrels in with a calendar so stacked, you’ll wonder how to fit it all in. This is the month when haunted houses stretch longer, festivals blaze brighter, concerts hit harder, and every corner of the Hudson Valley and beyond feels electric with fall energy. It’s not just the peak of spooky season — it’s the peak of everything.

"From haunted hayrides to pumpkin-filled festivals, NY's fall events are calling! Get ready for a season of unforgettable thrills and cozy v