CBGB music and film festival
CBGB Music & Film Festival
Oct. 8-12
Various locations
$10+,www.cbgbfest.com
Hilly Kristal’s dump of a bar came a long way, turning into the punk capital of the world before succumbing to the gentrification of the Bowery in 2006. Alongside music from Jane’s Addiction, Devo, Surfer Blood et al, educate yourself about the punk genre with screenings of “This Is Spinal Tap,” “Hardcore Devo Live” and more.
Grub Street Food Festival
Oct. 5, 11 a.m.
Hester and Essex streets
Free, www.hersterstreetfair.com
The foodie section of New York Magazine takes over this regular street festival to gather local restaurants and vendors with special menus, giveaways and a beer garden with tailgating and TVs, because it’s football season). Brooklyn Taco Co., Mayhem & Stout, Deviant Chef and Roberta’s are among the more than 70 participants.
Brooklyn Hot Sauce Takedown
Oct. 8, 7 p.m.
Brooklyn Brewery
79 N. 11th St., Williamsburg
$20, 718-486-7422
www.brooklynbrewery.com
Because some like it hot, and others? Well, they’re wimps. But don’t worry, after taste-testing hot sauces prepared by 20 competing chefs, local NYC ice cream joints including Adirondack, Luca and Bosco, and Mikey Likes will be there to quell the flames in your mouth. And you’re at the Brooklyn Brewery, so feel free to douse your mouth fire with BEER!
Modern Sky Festival
Oct. 5-6, 5 p.m.
Rumsey Playfield
Fifth Avenue and 69th Street
$48-$150, www.modernskyfestivalnyc.com
Rock out for two days as one of China’s best music fests makes its U.S. debut. Some of the biggest names in Chinese rock and electronica made the trek to the States to play alongside domestic favorites like Cat Power and The Blood Brothers.
Oktoberfest Midnight Yacht Cruise
Oct. 4, 11:30 p.m.
Harbor Lights Yacht
SkyPort Marina, 2430 FDR Dr.
$25-$40, 212-686-4548
www.nypartycruise.com
Don’t let October’s crisp late-night weather put a stop to your midnight cruising, especially if you’re aboard this themed party. The multilevel boat will be hopping with house, top 40 and reggaeton compliments of DJs E.M. and ISH. Dress sharp — no baseball hats, sneakers or shorts — and bring cash for the bars and buffet.
Autumn Crafts Festival
Oct. 4-5, Oct. 11-12; Saturdays
11 a.m., Sundays 10 a.m.
Lincoln Center
70 Lincoln Center Plaza
Free, 212-875-5000
www.craftsatlincoln.org
Browse more than 250 juried craft displays from around the country, plus demonstrations, food and entertainment.
Rogue Taxidermy Fair
Oct. 5, 3 p.m.
The Bell House
149 Seventh St., Gowanus
$10-$30, 718-643-6510
www.thebellhouseny.com
Indulge your morbid curiosity at this fair celebrating the release of Robert Marbury’s book “Taxidermy Art” with live demos, artist panels, booths and music by The Lucky Chops Brass Band.
New York City Challenge Race
Oct. 5, 8 a.m.
Randall’s Island Park
1 Randall’s Island
$50-$95, 212-307-7171
www.citychallengerace.com
For fans of “American Ninja Warrior” who’ve always wanted to give it a go, here’s your (less extreme) chance. There will be climbing walls, water jugs, ropes, cargo nets, sandbags, monkey bars and more.
Power Play: Steampunk and the Transit System
Oct. 2, 7 p.m.
Transit Museum
Brooklyn Heights
$35, 718-694-1600
www.web.mta.info/mta/museum
It’s an after-hours gathering at a decommissioned subway station better known as the Transit Museum. Spend the night checking out handpicked items from the museum’s permanent collections as you explore the transformation from steam to electric power in the early 20th century. Plus an open bar of Victorian-inspired cocktails, a band and lots of classy outfits – period wear is encouraged.
A Night of Pen & Ink
Oct. 7, 7 p.m.
Housing Works
Bookstore Café
126 Crosby St.
Free, 212-334-3324
www.housingworks.org
Everyone should have a good story behind their tramp stamp, tribal tat and the infamous Black Flag bars, and now you will with the release of “Pen & Ink: Tattoos and the Stories Behind Them.” Tao Lin, Saeed Jones and Lori Petty will be among the storytellers of the evening. Get your own temporary tattoo while there and never have to share a story about it!
