Its Autumn again -- we asked our activity guru pugs Daisy and Murray what they recommend for Fall. They both agreed that Festivals and Parades are fun things to do!

Daisy says:
I like going to the festivals and street fairs! There's always lots of food for my Daddies to eat -- and lots of goodies that fall on the ground for me to eat, too! I think that's why they call it 'FALL'!

Murray says:
Um, I like the parades in New York City! There are always lots of happy people who give me lots of attention, when they are not watching the parades. I like the marching bands in the parades ... as long as they don't play too loud!

The following parades and festivals are all over the city - check our RESOURCES for transportation options!
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September
The Feast of San Gennaro - September 13 - 23 - brings us to Little Italy! Lots of tasty Italian pastries and treats, and many interesting street vendors. You'll get your fill - one cannoli hope!
www.sangennaro.org

Brooklyn Book Festival - September 23 - the 7th annual Brooklyn Book Festival at Brooklyn Borough Hall & Plaza is (according to its website) "the largest free literary event in New York City" ... "enjoy authors and the festival's lively literary marketplace."
www.brooklynbookfestival.org

October
Open House New York - October 6 & 7 - This is cool! Various institutions open their doors to the public for tours and programs. Listings will be released on their website in September - space is limited, and some sites may have a wait or require advance reservations.
http://ohny.org/weekend/overview

39th Annual Halloween Parade - October 31st - runs from Sixth Avenue from Spring Street to 21st Street from 7pm to 10pm - watch ghouls, goblins and, well, some things never seen before in the natural world, all "marching" to the tune of their own drummers!
halloweennyc.com/parade

November
New York City Marathon - November 4 - Watch, or run, this legendary marathon that takes over the city's streets!
www.nycmarathon.org

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade - November 22 - needs no description - it is what it is, a New York tradition! Watch along the route, or watch it on TV!

Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting - November 28 - brings us all into the Christmas Season! This, too, can be enjoyed at home on TV, or you can brave the crowds at Rockefeller Center!

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OTHER FREE ACTIVITIES

TIME OUT NEW YORK - newyork.timeout.com - is also a great resource to find out whats happening around town daily. They have filters (day, time, activity, neighborhood, etc.) on each search that helps you find exactly what you're looking for.

Our favorite free concert website, MY FREE CONCERT - www.myfreeconcert.com - lists daily and weekly free shows, art exhibits and open bars around the city all available to you with an RSVP.

NYC PARKS AND RECREATION - www.nycgovparks.org - has a page that is constantly updated with lots of indoor and outdoor activities at free park-sponsored museums.

THE BRYANT PARK FALL FESTIVAL - bryantpark.org/plan-your-visit/fallfestival.html - offers something for everyone whether you enjoy music, food or dance.

WWW.NYCGO.COM - www.nycgo.com - is New York Citys own about town website and lists many events and museum openings all around the city.