Community fitness, thrifting, fall celebrations, opera, waterfront fun and live music
Hello, Downtown Friends!
Saturday, October 3 is shaping up to be a wonderful day to explore New Rochelle.
From a community 5K and secondhand treasures to a neighborhood block party, autumn celebration, live Metropolitan Opera screening, waterfront festivities and evening music, there is something for everyone.
Below are seven ways to enjoy the day!
From Downtown to the waterfront, there is plenty to enjoy throughout New Rochelle on October 3. Choose your favorites, invite a friend and make a day of it!
Thank you for supporting our local businesses and community partners. I hope to see you around Downtown!
All the best,
Anne Gold
Executive Director
New Rochelle Downtown BID
1. Monroe Miles 5K Community Run and Walk
Kick off your Saturday with the Monroe Miles 5K, an annual Monroe University Homecoming tradition welcoming runners and walkers of all fitness levels.
Proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle and support programs and opportunities for local youth.
Saturday, October 3
9 AM
Monroe University
434 Main Street
2. Thrifting Treasure Hunt
Start at the TAG NR Community-Wide Tag Sale, then continue exploring the vintage and consignment shops throughout Downtown New Rochelle with our new Downtown Thrifting Map.
Saturday, October 3
11 AM–3 PM
Anderson Plaza
3. C-Town’s 20th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate 20 years of C-Town in New Rochelle with a community block party featuring a live DJ and family fun.
Saturday, October 3
11 AM–3 PM
538 Main Street
4. Neighborhood Harvest Celebration
Celebrate the season on the Plaza at Clinton Park with a market, local makers and artisans, live music, family activities and plenty of autumn fun.
Saturday, October 3
1 PM–3 PM
Plaza at Clinton Park
50 Clinton Place
*The celebration is free and open to everyone. Register through Eventbrite to receive event updates and be entered to win one of four Avalon Rose Spa Pedicures from Zén Shü Spa – Luxury Nail & Wellness.
5. The Met: Live in HD—Così fan tutte
Experience the Metropolitan Opera right here in Downtown New Rochelle! Mozart’s witty comedy of love, disguises and romantic mischief comes to the big screen in a colorful production inspired by 1950s Coney Island. Set amid a lively boardwalk amusement park, two couples find themselves on an emotional—and literal—thrill ride.
Saturday, October 3
1 PM
Regal New Roc
33 LeCount Place
Running time: 3 hours, 57 minutes
6. Views & Brews at Hudson Park
Continue the afternoon at the waterfront with Views & Brews at Hudson Park.
Saturday, October 3
2–7 PM
Hudson Park Bandshell
1 Hudson Park Road
Admission is free. Proof of age is required to purchase alcoholic beverages.
7. Feel-Good Music and Open Mic at Jolo’s
End your Saturday with free, multi-genre music and an open mic featuring Chip Shelton & Friends. This relaxed, all-ages gathering pairs live entertainment with Jolo’s health-building vegan food and beverages, available for purchase.
Guests may sign up for the open mic on-site or text 646-281-4262 with the subject “Open Mic.”
Saturday, October 3
5–7 PM
Jolo’s Vegan Kitchen
49 Lawton Street