HAPPY FALL! Turn off those air conditioners and settle in, because we’re about to max out the coziest, most fun-packed season. Think crunchy leaves, pumpkin spice with a little kick, and concerts that hit a little better without that extra layer of sweat.

Okay, first step to an amazing fall? Free tickets. Toad the Wet Sprocket brings their warm, melodic alt-rock to Sony Hall next month for a special acoustic tour made for sweater weather. Enter to win tickets.

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Who knew nerdy could be this sexy? Sins and Stardust: Science Night turns biology, chemistry, and physics into a glamorous burlesque show at Under St Marks this Monday. Enter to win tickets.*

• Brooklyn and Queens are coming together for the Out of the Darkness Walk on Sunday, 10/4. Register today to support suicide prevention and mental health resources. Can’t make it? Feel free to donate instead.*

• Speakeasy-style comedy in the LES? Done. The Setup is bringing national headliners to Revision Lounge this Thursday, along with strong drinks and half-price tickets. Use code SETUP26 and secure your seats now.*

• Outlander in Concert brings Claire and Jamie’s story to the big screen at Kings Theatre this Saturday. Win tickets and catch scenes from all eight seasons, backed by a live orchestra performing Bear McCreary’s score.*

• Plus other just-announced shows from Yebba, Braxton Keith, UFC 334, Hamilton Leithauser + Rostam, Labiahead, Tall Heights, Valley, and more!

HOW TO MAX OUT FALL IN NYC

Okay, fine, fall in NYC is pretty great. The humidity finally chills out, football takes over Sundays, and suddenly everyone wants an apple cider donut. From picking apples and pumpkins to finding the best fall drinks in the city, here’s how we’re doing fall this year.

• Apple & pumpkin picking near NYC

• Pumpkin spice lattes worth ordering

• Local breweries for a crisp afternoon

• Football bars for Sunday plans

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• Calling all fanfic writers, romance readers, and story obsessives. Wattpad x ThingsBook Writing Club hits Housing Works next month with creator talks, writing sprints, an open bar, and prizes. RSVP now.

• Things are heating up for National Coffee Day! Off Campus star Antonio Cipriano takes over Nespresso on Fifth Ave this Tuesday with his Maple Pecan latte. Stop by for a chance to meet him and score a signed tumbler.

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