NYC WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
VOL 388 · 10.20.25
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VOODOO DOUGHNUT GRAND OPENING, NYC
Official Date TBA
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VOODOO DOUGHNUT GRAND OPENING, NYC
Official Date TBA
Voodoo Doughnut, the iconic doughnut brand known for its imaginative flavors and artisan creations, is making history with its first-ever NYC location. The Union Square shop will feature Voodoo’s full lineup of more than 40 varieties of doughnuts made fresh daily, from the iconic Voodoo Doll to the famous Bacon Maple Bar. Doughnuts will be handcrafted throughout the day and late into the night, continuing the brand’s tradition of late-night hours. Sign up to be a Voodoo Insider and get exclusive updates, sneak peeks, and magical offer - plus, your chance to attend the exclusive VIP Preview Night before the doors open!
YOU FOUND ME SKULLPANDA X WEDNESDAY POP-UP, NYC
October 20-January 6
Step into the mysterious world of SKULLPANDA: You Found Me, an immersive pop-up that brings the beloved series to life. Discover exclusive photo moments, special SP surprises, and limited edition collectibles - including POPOP jewelry and the SKULLPANDA x Wednesday plush collaboration. Reserve your free spot now!
STRANGER THINGS: HAWKINS HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING WEEK, NYC
November 4-9
On Nov. 6, 1983, Will Byers disappeared into the Upside Down, and the town of Hawkins, Indiana, was changed forever. The time has come, nerds, for the anniversary of the day that started it all. In celebration of Stranger Things Day — and the upcoming release of the show’s fifth and final season — Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the Tony Award–winning play based on the hit Netflix series, will host a Homecoming Week event packed with freebies, photo ops, and fan activities in New York City. Learn more.
DON’T MISS…
⚱ Reserve a free guided tour of the Shalimar: 100 Years of Love Exhibition, an immersive 30 min experience at the Waldorf Astoria this November!
🌖 Attend the definitive spooky season event in NJ — the largest Halloween Night Market in the state! HALLOWEEKEND at the Lunar Faire Night Market November 1! Get tickets now!
🥢 Three days of spooky vibes, endless flavors, and family fun await at Dream Asia Food Fest – Trick or Treat: Halloween Edition October 24-26! Get 10% off tickets now!
🎃 Looking for the spookiest and most-haunted Halloween and fun Fall events in NYC in 2025? Bookmark our ongoing list of NYC Halloween and Fall Season events!
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