Sunday, October 4th has that perfect early-October feel to it: crisp air, golden light, and a city that refuses to stay in. Whether you’re up early or easing into the afternoon, there’s something happening in just about every corner of New York today. Here’s your guide to the best of it, hour by hour.

Morning: Markets, Music and Pow Wow

The day gets going at 10 AM with the Queens Agricultural Fair, a lovely way to lean into fall with farm-fresh goods and seasonal fun. Also at 10, the Lenape / Lunáapeew Nations Pow Wow brings Indigenous music, dance and tradition to Prospect Park — a genuinely meaningful way to spend a Sunday morning.

By 11 AM, Smorgasburg is back in Prospect Park with its usual spread of the city’s best food vendors, and the Bush Cook Festival fires things up with music and food of its own.

Midday: Festivals Take Over

Noon is when Sunday really opens up. The Atlantic Antic, Brooklyn’s beloved street festival, takes over Atlantic Avenue with blocks of vendors, live performances and food. It’s one of the biggest outdoor events of the fall, and the highlight pick of the day.

Japan lovers get two great options: Fun Fest Japan starts at noon, and Iyasaka Matsuri kicks off at 2 PM — another top pick, packed with Japanese culture, music and celebration. Over on Randall’s Island, the Harvest Festival starts at noon too, leaning all the way into the season with autumn activities and family-friendly fun.

At 1 PM, the Mystic Mega Market opens its doors for anyone hunting down candles, crystals and one-of-a-kind finds.

Afternoon & Evening: Dancing Into the Night

At 3 PM, Mister Sunday returns to Nowadays for an afternoon of dancing in the open air — the third top pick of the day, and a Sunday institution at this point. Also at 4, the Disco Tehran Rooftop Party brings the sunset vibes, and the day closes out at 5 PM with Corazón Cumbiambero, full of rhythm and dancing.

The Plan

Want to keep it simple? Hit the Lenape Pow Wow in the morning, the Atlantic Antic for the afternoon, and dance your way into the evening at Mister Sunday. That’s a Sunday worth writing home about.

Looking for more to fill your weekend? Check out our guide to fun things happening in NYC this weekend, and if fall is your favorite season, our roundup of the best apple picking near NYC is calling your name. And with spooky season officially here, don’t miss the 20 haunted houses in and around NYC — October doesn’t last forever.