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Staten Island Events, Festivals & Things to Do
Discover upcoming Staten Island events, festivals, concerts, arts and culture, family activities and local happenings — plus neighborhood, dining and lifestyle guides to help you explore more of the borough.
Curated locally · Updated November 1, 2026
More Than a Calendar
What’s Happening Around Staten Island
Staten Island’s calendar is filled with neighborhood traditions, cultural events, live performances, food festivals, car shows, outdoor activities and community programs throughout the year.
I use this page to highlight events that may be worth adding to your calendar and to connect them with the neighborhoods, dining spots, parks and local destinations that make Staten Island distinctive.
Featured Staten Island Event
Pumpkin Smash at Snug Harbor — November 7
Give your Halloween pumpkins one more outing. Bring leftover pumpkins and gourds to Heritage Farm for smashing and composting, with crafts, a fall cooking demonstration and music.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Admission is complimentary. Check the organizer’s page for registration and arrival details.
Happening This Month
November Events on Staten Island
November brings autumn scenery, live comedy and seasonal traditions to Staten Island. Here are a few local events worth adding to your calendar.
Fall Foliage Tour
Experience Snug Harbor during autumn color on a guided walk through the grounds, including the Pond Garden and the New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden.
Time: 1:00–2:30 PM
Tour Details & Tickets →Eric D’Alessandro
Staten Island’s own Eric D’Alessandro returns to the St. George Theatre for two nights of stand-up comedy featuring his relatable observations, characters and Italian-American humor.
Show: 8:00 PM · Doors 7:00 PM
Tickets & Event Details →Pumpkin Smash at Snug Harbor
Bring leftover pumpkins and gourds to Heritage Farm for a family composting celebration with crafts, a cooking demonstration and music. Saturday, November 7 · 10:00 AM–3:00 PM. Check registration details with Snug Harbor.
Official Event Details →Bird & Nature Walks
Join the Staten Island Museum for bird and nature walks at Freshkills North Park on November 4 and Wolfe’s Pond Park on November 18. Both run 10:00 AM–noon. Confirm meeting points and registration on the museum calendar.
Official Event Details →Hearth & Harvest Festival
Historic Richmond Town celebrates Native life and culture with Indigenous dance, storytelling and crafts, along with historic hearth-cooking demonstrations using period recipes, tools and techniques throughout the village.
Official Event Details →Anthony Rodia: Insanely Funny Tour
Italian-American comedian Anthony Rodia brings his Insanely Funny Tour to the St. George Theatre for Thanksgiving weekend, with his high-energy take on family life and everyday situations.
Saturday: 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 PM
This Month
November at a Glance
From fall color and local history to two big comedy weekends at the St. George Theatre, November offers a mix of outdoor, cultural and live entertainment on Staten Island.
Fall Foliage Tour
Fall Outdoors · Snug Harbor
Eric D’Alessandro
Comedy · St. George
Pumpkin Smash at Snug Harbor
Sustainability · Snug Harbor
Bird & Nature Walks
Nature & Outdoors · Staten Island
Hearth & Harvest Festival
History & Culture · Richmondtown
Anthony Rodia: Insanely Funny Tour
Comedy · St. George
Plan Ahead · December 2026
Holiday Events Coming to Staten Island
From sparkling lanterns and neighborhood traditions to holiday performances and local shopping, here are a few December dates to keep on your calendar.
Throughout December
Winter Lantern Festival
Snug Harbor · Enjoy an illuminated outdoor evening stroll. The festival continues through January 10, 2027. Check the organizer’s calendar for available dates and tickets.
Festival Details & Tickets →December 4 · Festivities from 5 PM
Community Tree Lighting
Historic Richmond Town · Celebrate with music, a greeting from Santa and the tree lighting at 6 PM. The schedule includes the GRACE-ful Glee Choir at 5:30 PM. Admission is complimentary.
Tree Lighting Details →December 4 · 7:30 PM
A Rock’n Holiday Spectacular
St. George Theatre · Add a live holiday concert to your December plans at this historic St. George venue.
Theatre Calendar & Tickets →December 5–6 · Noon–4 PM
Christmas in Historic Richmond Town
Historic Richmond Town · Enjoy Santa visits, carriage rides, Victorian carolers, holiday shopping, crafts and living history demonstrations.
Holiday Weekend Details →December 5 · 11 AM–4 PM
Edible Island & Holiday Hop
Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor · Shop specialty foods and artisanal goods while supporting local businesses and the creative community. Admission is complimentary; donations are welcome.
Holiday Market Details →December 11–12 · Evening Tours
Candlelight Tours
Historic Richmond Town · Explore holiday traditions from centuries past on an atmospheric evening village tour. Check the organizer’s calendar for tour times and reservations.
Tour Calendar & Reservations →December 11–13 · Multiple Performances
The Christmas Show
St. George Theatre · A festive production featuring local performers, a live orchestra, dancing and a Living Nativity. Choose from afternoon and evening performances.
Showtimes & Tickets →Confirm schedules, admission and availability with each organizer before attending.
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Staten Island Fitness & Outdoor Activities
Make room for a little movement this November, from guided park hikes to group fitness classes. Check the official listings for registration, meeting points and weather updates.
North Shore Parks Super Hike
November 7 · 10:00 AM–noon
Meet at Snug Harbor for a brisk Urban Park Rangers hike through local parks, including Allison Pond, Goodhue and Jones Woods. Wear comfortable walking shoes for varied terrain.
Official Hiking Calendar →Shape Up NYC
Explore NYC Parks’ group fitness program, with options such as dance fitness, yoga and bodyweight workouts. Filter the official schedule for Staten Island locations and reserve your class.
Find Fitness Classes →Post-Thanksgiving Day Hike
November 27 · 10:00 AM–noon
Enjoy a longer outdoor walk with the Urban Park Rangers, starting at the Nevada Avenue parking lot in High Rock Park. Boots or sneakers are required.
Official Hiking Calendar →Community Information
Helpful Staten Island Community Resources
Keep official city resources handy for household disposal options and upcoming public programs.
Household Waste & Special Disposal
Planning a seasonal cleanout? Check NYC Sanitation for current SAFE Disposal Event dates and instructions for household materials that need special handling.
Review accepted items, drop-off options and location-specific rules before making a trip.
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