November 2026 in NYC: Marathon Closures and the 100th Macy's Parade

Two November dates that change your plans

The New York City Marathon runs its 26.2 miles through all five boroughsBoroughOne of the five divisions of New York City: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island. on the first Sunday of November, and the closures reach well beyond the course. Bridges and cross streets near the route shut for hours, so plan that day around the subway rather than a taxi. Gothamist has a look at how the race has changed over the last 50 years, from a small Central ParkCentral ParkThe 843-acre engineered wilderness at Manhattan's heart, designed by Olmsted and Vaux in 1858. loop to the five-borough route runners face today. Three weeks later, the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade takes over the Upper West Side. Viewing spots along Central Park West fill before dawn, and there are bag checks, so arrive early carrying as little as possible.

A subway upgrade worth knowing

The 1 train at 137 St-City College in West HarlemHarlemThe capital of Black American culture, home of the Renaissance, the Apollo, gospel Sundays and soul food royalty. now has two new elevators and step-free access, according to amNewYork. For travelers with a stroller, a suitcase or a wheelchair, that removes one awkward transfer on the line running straight down Broadway to Times SquareTimes SquareThe neon canyon at Broadway and Seventh Avenue, the world's most visited and most locally avoided intersection.. Use it when moving between Midtown and upper Manhattan with luggage.

Cheap seats and seasonal openings

Broadway Cares is marking Rent's anniversary with a concert, and Playbill reports a digital lottery for about 24 seats at roughly 30 USD. That is the only sensible route in. Skip resale listings. The same month brings holiday markets and ice rinks, rounded up in Secret NYC's November events guide. Check opening dates before building a day around one, since rinks and markets tend to open in waves through the month.