About
The New Yorker Festival fills three days with live conversations, performances, and cultural debate.
What to expect
Ticketed single events (usually 60–90 minutes) across multiple Manhattan venues over three days: onstage interviews, panels, screenings with Q&As, and occasional live performances.
Good to know
- The speaker lineup and individual event tickets are announced on festival.newyorker.com — typically in September
- Events sell individually; the biggest names sell out immediately at on-sale
- Venues are spread across Manhattan — check each ticket for its location
- New Yorker subscribers historically get early ticket access
- Same weekend as Halloween-season events citywide; book dinner reservations early
Common questions
When does it run?
Friday through Sunday, October 23–25, 2026.
What is the format?
Live conversations, performances, and cultural programs.