“With some New Yorkers still wary about the prospect of indoor dining, now is the perfect time to invest in a cozy fall jacket for all of the restaurants offering fall-friendly outdoor dining options. While we adapt to sipping cocktails out of chilled coupes with winter gloves on, there’s still plenty of socially distant fun to be had before the real cold sets in. 

This weekend, you can try new tacos from the chef behind one of LA’s most beloved spots, head to Rockefeller Center for the return of The Queens Night Market, or watch scary movies under the stars—we’ve rounded up everything to eat, drink, see, and do in NYC. “

Try tacos from an LA institution

Weekend-long
East Village
Amigo by Nai, lower Manhattan’s newest taco spot, is from the chefs behind NYC’s Nai Tapas and LA fave Carnitas El Momo. The menu’s six tacos—including oxtail, shrimp, and shawarma roasted cauliflower—are served on corn tortillas from nearby French bakery Le Fournil. For a taste of Los Angeles as the weather here gets cooler, be sure to get the famous carnitas available in bone-in pork butt, pork stomach, pork skin, or a mixto (aka all the meats). 
Cost: Tacos start at $6

Raise a stein to Oktoberfest

Weekend-long
Pier 15
The annual Oktoberfest celebration at the waterfront Watermark bar is still on…with a few minor changes. You can still down German beers and snack on bratwurst with sauerkraut, of course, as long as you stay seated and six feet apart. If you’re worried about missing the traditional raucousness of Oktoberfest, order a mini keg of Bitburger or Hofbräu Oktoberfestbier for your table to keep the beer flowing.  
Cost: Free to RSVP; 5-liter mini kegs are $100

Watch a scary movie under the stars

Friday, October 16, 7:30pm
Bushwick
Now that spooky season is in full swing, you can catch a scary movie right on the sidewalk on a dark October night. Bushwick’s Syndicated is projecting Halloween flicks against their building all month long, and on Friday they’ve picked the kinda-sexy-and-kinda-scary The Love Witch. Tables fill up about an hour before showtime, so you and your date will have plenty of time to eat a burger and drink a few beers before the movie starts.  
Cost: Snacks start at $5; beers start at $4

Get a taste of Queens at Rockefeller Center

Friday, October 16 – Saturday, October 17
Midtown
The Queens Night Market Outpost is popping up on the south plaza of Rockefeller Center with a few of its beloved vendors (fyi they’re open for lunch from 11am – 5pm, so the Outpost is really more of a “day” market). Make your way through the open-air stalls to try Portugese pastéis de nata from Joey Bats, Balinese treats from Mamika’s Homemade, Ecuadorian empanadas from La Braza, Jamaican jerk chicken from Treat Yourself Jerk, and other snacks from Queens’ global food scene. 
Cost: Varies

Get the low down on contemporary Korean art

Weekend-long
Virtual
The Korea Society is hosting a virtual event to drop some knowledge on contemporary Korean art from the ‘50s and on. Hosted by editors of the recently released Phaidon book, Korean Art from 1953: Collision, Innovation, Interaction, viewers can tune in to learn more about world renowned artists such as Nam June Paik (often referred to as the “Father of Video Art), in addition to the rich history of Korean art over the past seven decades. 
Cost: Free

Learn to bake your own buttery croissants

Saturday, October 17, 6pm
East Village
Sick of spending all your spare change on your morning pastries? Learn to make your own buttery, flaky croissants at Atelier Sucre. During this socially-distant cooking class, you can live your Great British Bake Off fantasy as you make a classic croissant and a pain au chocolat. If you haven’t been working on your baking in lockdown, don’t worry—novice bakers are welcome, and the instructors will guide you through every step. 
Cost: $65

Host a dance party in your own home

Saturday, October 17, 9:30pm
Virtual
If you’ve spent eight long months missing Saturday nights spent at sweaty, all-night, body-to-body raves, just know that you’re not alone. Secret Loft is recreating the vibe online with a 2-hour DJ set, a live light show, and aerial performances streamed on Instagram and Twitch. This Saturday night, the theme is mythical beasts, so put on your best unicorn or mermaid outfit and start a sweaty dance party for one (or two…) in your bedroom.  
Cost: Free

Binge-watch 150 movies at the Chelsea Film Festival

Weekend-long
Virtual
The Chelsea Film Festival is going online, offering more ways to bide your time while social distancing at home. A pass to the fest gets you access to 15 documentaries, 12 feature films, and more than 100 short films and VR experiences. Make yourself a couple of cocktails, pop some popcorn, and spend 72 hours making your way through the films. You won’t get to dress up all fancy for the opening ceremony or closing gala, but at least you won’t have to change out of your comfy clothes!
Cost: Passes start at $10