NYC is the greatest city in the world - the glitz and glamour leave us in awe, but we still can’t bring ourselves to pay double digits for a concert or show. There’s no reason to panic, because there are still hundreds of fun free events, free concerts and free things to do in New York for adults, families and couples. We’ve put together NYC Free Events Calendar with the best Free Things To Do in NYC: free concerts (classical, jazz, pop, rock, opera) indoor and outdoor, comedy shows, NYC Free Museums (free museum days, art exhibitions & galleries), free and cheap party and nightlife activities to do right now, today, tomorrow, every week day and on the weekend - in all NYC boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens & the Bronx.

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TODAY - Friday, Oct 4, 2024

  • INKwell Grown Folk Fridays Afterwork Rooftop
    FREE
    Inkwell Grown Folk Fridays Afterwork Rooftop
    October 4 @ 5pm - 11pm

    INKwell Harbor Club, 621 West 46th Street New York City, New York, NY 10036

    Welcome to INKwell Grown Folk Fridays Afterwork! Join us for a fun-filled evening of music, dancing, and good vibes at the INKwell Harbor Club. Get ready to ...
  • Exclusive Solo Art Exhibition: Immersive Art Experience with Live DJ | 6-11
    FREE
    Exclusive Solo Art Exhibition: Immersive Art Experience With Live Dj | 6-11
    October 4 @ 6pm - 11pm

    30-30 Steinway St, 30-30 Steinway Street, Queens, NY 11103

    Join us at Tibor Matijas: Solo Art Exhibition for an unforgettable evening where art, music, and creativity come together for a truly immersive experience! ...
  • Game Night Social (Free Drink, Ping Pong, Pool, DJ)
    $15
    Game Night Social (Free Drink, Ping Pong, Pool, Dj)
    October 4 @ 6:30pm - 10pm

    Sour Mouse, 110 Delancey St, New York, NY

    *GET TICKETS AT - [hidden] (Multiple groups are co-organizing so RSVP's shown are just a very small portion attending. We already have a good # registered.) ...
  • Book Launch: COINING A WISHING TOWER by Ayesha Raees
    FREE
    Book Launch: Coining A Wishing Tower By Ayesha Raees
    October 4 @ 7pm - 9:30pm

    Asian American Writers' Workshop, 112 West 27th Street #600, New York, NY 10001

    "Ayesha Raees’s Coining a Wishing Tower is everything I hope to find when I read a book of poetry—fearless reckoning with unprecedented experience spoken in a ...
  • Haunted Hues
    FREE
    Haunted Hues
    October 4 @ 7pm - 10pm

    Awita New York, 274 S Second St Awita New York, Brooklyn, NY 11211

    We are thrilled to invite you all for our upcoming Halloween-themed art show, **"Haunted Hues"**. This exhibition promises to showcase the darker, more ...

WEEKEND

TOMORROW - Saturday, Oct 5, 2024

  • Union Square Greenmarket Saturdays
    FREE Travel & Outdoors
    Union Square Greenmarket Saturdays
    October 5 @ 8am - 6pm. Weekly

    17th Street and Union Square West, New York, New York 10003

    Open Saturdays year-round on North and West sides of Union Square Park - the world-famous Union Square Greenmarket. Beer & Spirits of New York Pop-up March - ...
  • Greenmarket Volunteering at Union Square
    FREE
    Greenmarket Volunteering At Union Square
    October 5 @ 10am - 12pm

    Union Square Greenmarket, East 17th Street, New York, NY 10003

    Volunteer with us at our food scrap drop-off site at the Union Square Greenmarket! Fridays we are located on the north end of the plaza, across the street from ...
  • BON 2024 Summit
    FREE
    Bon 2024 Summit
    October 5 @ 10am - 6pm

    159 W 25th St 2nd floor, 159 West 25th Street #2nd floor, New York, NY 10001

    Centering BON’s continued mission of Telling Our Stories, Lifting Our Voices, and Cultivating Community, join us for our 2nd BON Summit in New York City this ...
  • Saturday Sobhooneh
    FREE
    Saturday Sobhooneh
    October 5 @ 11am - 6pm

    194 Graham Ave, 194 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206

    Lebas x BiBi Bakery Present | Saturday Sobhooneh We're back once again! Your favorite Lebas products will be available for purchase as well as a sneak at a new ...
  • glowfest
    FREE
    Glowfest
    October 5 @ 11am - 11pm

    Niteglow, 8 Wilson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

    We decided to throw our own little festival celebrating the endless possibilities of coffee and beer together! Come try our crazy coffee beers, cocktails ...

Sunday, Oct 6, 2024

  • Yoga at Socrates
    FREE Fitness
    Yoga At Socrates
    October 6 @ 10am - 11am

    Socrates Sculpture Park, 31-30 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11106

    Yoga at SocratesJune 23 through October 13, 2023Sundays with Astoria Yoga10:00 AM – 11:00 AM **In the event of morning cancellations due to morning weather or ...
  • Centennial Birthday Bash!
    FREE
    Centennial Birthday Bash!
    October 6 @ 10am - 4pm

    Shirley Chisholm State Park, 1750 Pennsylvania Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208

    Come celebrate with us! Honor Shirley Chisholm's legacy, learn about her and the parks history while commemorating the 100th anniversary of New York State ...
  • Leap to the Beat!
    FREE Dance
    Leap To The Beat!
    October 6 @ 10am - 10:45am

    Multi-Use Room, 3225 Reservoir Oval E, Bronx, NY 10467

    A dance fitness class that will not only raise your heart rate, but your spirits as well! Come “leap to the beat” and enjoy the benefits of working out while ...
  • Waterfront Walks
    FREE Education
    Waterfront Walks
    October 6 @ 10:30am - 12pm

    Pier 1, 8 Old Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

    Join Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy for a free walking tour of Brooklyn Bridge Park! Learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, the Park’s ...
  • Gotham Go Group at Barnes and Noble Cafe 3rd floor, Union Square, Sundays
    FREE
    Gotham Go Group At Barnes And Noble Cafe 3rd Floor, Union Square, Sundays
    October 6 @ 11am - 2pm

    Barnes & Noble, 33 E 17th St, New York, NY

    Join us again for food, drinks and Go at the Union Square Barnes & Noble cafe, 3rd floor. Every Sunday! Please bring go boards and stones, as unlike ...

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Monday, Oct 7, 2024

  • Union Square Greenmarket Mondays
    FREE Travel & Outdoors
    Union Square Greenmarket Mondays
    October 7 @ 8am - 6pm. Weekly

    17th Street and Union Square West, New York, New York 10003

    Open Mondays year-round on North and West sides of Union Square Park - the world-famous Union Square Greenmarket began with just a few farmers in 1976, has ...
  • Mobile Dev Memo Ad Week Happy Hour
    FREE
    Mobile Dev Memo Ad Week Happy Hour
    October 7 @ 6pm - 8pm

    Fiddlesticks Pub, 56 Greenwich Avenue, New York, NY 10011

    Everything is an Ad Week Happy Hour. Join Mobile Dev Memo and New York City's digital advertising community for an Ad Week happy hour at Fiddlesticks Pub in ...
  • Launch | Wrong Answers Only by Tobias Madden
    FREE
    Launch | Wrong Answers Only By Tobias Madden
    October 7 @ 6pm - 7pm

    Books of Wonder, 42 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011

    Set Sail with This New YA Title! Join us for the launch of Wrong Answers Only, the newest YA title by by TOBIAS MADDEN! In this funny coming of age story, a ...
  • Monday Night Figure Drawing
    $30
    Monday Night Figure Drawing
    October 7 @ 6:30pm - 9pm

    Drawing New York, 15 Gramercy Pk S, New York, NY

    Join us for Monday Night Figure Drawing from 6:30 - 9:00 pm. We draw from a live model. This uninstructed session begins with short poses for attendees to warm ...
  • Open Mic Night at The Jar Bar
    FREE
    Open Mic Night At The Jar Bar
    October 7 @ 7pm - 10pm

    The Jar Bar, 45-06 48th Avenue, Queens, NY 11377

    It is our very first open mic at The Jar Bar for singer songwriters in nyc. Seasoned and beginner performers welcome. First come serve sign ups at 7pm We will ...

Tuesday, Oct 8, 2024

  • Ocean Breeze Open House
    FREE Fitness
    Ocean Breeze Open House
    October 8 @ 5:30am - 7pm

    Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex, 625 Father Capodanno Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305

    Interested in becoming a member here at Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex?Visit us on the second Tuesday of each month! Stop in for a tour and see all of the ...
  • Forest Fitness
    FREE Outdoor Fitness
    Forest Fitness
    October 8 @ 7:30am - 8:30am

    Margaret Corbin Circle, Fort Washington Ave/Cabrini Blvd, New York, NY 10040

    Join us for a free, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays!This fitness class incorporates climbing multiple ...
  • Total Body Fitness
    FREE Fitness
    Total Body Fitness
    October 8 @ 8am - 9am

    Gymnasium, 1260 Prospect Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11213

    This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
  • Bodyweight Blast
    FREE Fitness
    Bodyweight Blast
    October 8 @ 8am - 8:45am

    102nd Street Field House, 102nd Street Field House, Riverside Park, W 101st St, New York, NY 10025

    Join us for 45 minutes of bodyweight exercises, combining cardio and strength for a full-body workout. This class is high-energy with programming options for ...
  • Senior Cardio Sculpt
    FREE Fitness
    Senior Cardio Sculpt
    October 8 @ 9am - 10am

    Sunnyside Community Services, 43-31 39th St, Sunnyside, NY 11104

    This low impact cardio workout consists of functional movement exercises designed to make daily activities easier to perform. Participants must be 60+ to ...

Wednesday, Oct 9, 2024

  • Union Square Greenmarket Wednesdays
    FREE Travel & Outdoors
    Union Square Greenmarket Wednesdays
    October 9 @ 8am - 6pm. Weekly

    17th Street and Union Square West, New York, New York 10003

    Open Wednesdays year-round on North and West sides of Union Square Park - the world-famous Union Square Greenmarket. Cooking demonstrations take place at the ...
  • Yoga
    FREE Fitness
    Yoga
    October 9 @ 8:30am - 9:30am

    Garibaldi Plaza, 8 Washington Square N, New York, NY 10003

    Move, stretch, and start your morning off right with this open-level vinyasa class. Please bring your own yoga mat, and we recommend a bottle of water and ...
  • Gaingels Week NYC Day 1: A.I., The Economy, & PortCo Spotlights
    FREE
    Gaingels Week Nyc Day 1: A.I., The Economy, & Portco Spotlights
    October 9 @ 8:30am - 7:30pm

    CIBC Commercial Banking Center, 300 Madison Avenue #7th Floor, New York, NY 10017

    Join us for the exciting kick-off of Gaingels Week NYC 2024, taking place on Wednesday, October 9th, at the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce in the heart of ...
  • Cardio Sculpt
    FREE Fitness
    Cardio Sculpt
    October 9 @ 9am - 10am

    Athletic Courts, 42-93 Skillman Ave, Sunnyside, NY 11104

    This cardio workout consists of functional movement exercises designed to make daily activities easier to perform. Meet at the athletic courts.
  • Line Dancing Aerobics
    FREE Dance
    Line Dancing Aerobics
    October 9 @ 9am - 11am

    Multipurpose Room, 720 Thomas S Boyland St, Brooklyn, NY 11212

    The line dance incorporates low impact dances that are very easy to learn and enjoy!

Thursday, Oct 10, 2024

  • Forest Fitness
    FREE Outdoor Fitness
    Forest Fitness
    October 10 @ 7:30am - 8:30am

    Margaret Corbin Circle, Fort Washington Ave/Cabrini Blvd, New York, NY 10040

    Join us for a free, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays!This fitness class incorporates climbing multiple ...
  • Total Body Fitness
    FREE Fitness
    Total Body Fitness
    October 10 @ 8am - 9am

    Gymnasium, 1260 Prospect Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11213

    This fun low-impact full-body workout includes cardio, strength and balance exercises to improve your overall fitness.
  • bodyART
    FREE Fitness
    Bodyart
    October 10 @ 8:30am - 9:30am

    Garibaldi Plaza, 8 Washington Square N, New York, NY 10003

    bodyART is a PTBT (physical therapy based training) movement experience. Break a sweat and be gentle on your joints as we explore joyful movement. Please bring ...
  • Gym Fun Explore
    FREE Adaptive Programs
    Gym Fun Explore
    October 10 @ 10am - 11:30am

    Gymnasium (Full), 1527 Jesup Ave, Bronx, NY 10452

    This program is a joint initiative with the DOE to provide physical education to children in public schools who lack adequate gym space during school hours.
  • Running Group
    FREE Fitness
    Running Group
    October 10 @ 10am - 11am

    Anne Loftus Playground, Anne Loftus Playground, Broadway &, Riverside Dr, New York, NY 10040

    This beginner's 5K running program is a 10-week program that gets you ready for your first 5K. It's an easy-to-follow program consisting of 3 days of active ...

More Free Things To Do in NYC Every Day

Besides many free events listed in our Free Events Calendar in NYC above, here are some more on-going Free NYC Events, Concerts and things to do every day:

Visit Grand Central Terminal
This iconic hub is a U.S. National Historic Landmark that welcomes more than 20 million visitors annually.  42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan - grandcentralterminal.com/
Grand Central Terminal is a great first stop on any visit to New York City due to its stunning architecture and picture-worthy features. This is a great spot to do an amateur photo shoot in the city. The dining concourse at Grand Central offers a perfect taste of eclectic NYC.

See a Taping of Your Favorite Late-Night Show
A free taping of the “Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon” at Rockefeller Center.  Rockefeller Center - nbc.com/the-tonight-show/blog/how-to-get-tickets-to-the-tonight-show-starring-jimmy-fallon/113111
People who plan a month in advance can score complimentary tickets to attend a live taping of “The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon” at NBC’s studio at Rockefeller Center. Each taping lasts for about 90 minutes. Nobody below the age of 16 is permitted to attend a taping. 

Attend a Free Wine Tasting
Astor Wines & Spirits routinely offers no-cost wine tastings.  399 Lafayette Street in New York, NY - astorwines.com/TastingEvents.aspx
Astor Wines & Spirits offers complimentary wine tastings on weeknights and occasional weekends. Finding out when you can enjoy some no-cost wine is as easy as checking the company's website to look for upcoming events. Tastings take place between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. on weeknights.

Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral
This neo-Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral has been considered one of New York City’s most prominent landmarks ever since it was built in 1878.  5th Avenue in New York, NY - saintpatrickscathedral.org/
St. Patrick’s Cathedral is a must-see spot for people making architectural pilgrimages in the city. What’s more, believers can attend daily mass and light candles at shrines throughout the cathedral. This church has hosted Pope Francis and served as the wedding location for members of prominent American dynasties like the Kennedy family.

Tour the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
This 52-acre garden offers a touch of green in the Big Apple and features 14,000 varieties of plants.  990 Washington Ave in Brooklyn, NY - bbg.org/visit/hours
Brooklyn Botanic Garden offers zero-fee admission on Friday mornings between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. from March to November. Guests can enjoy specialty gardens, plant collections and an art gallery. This is one of the best things to do if you're looking for a break from the concrete jungle that is New York.

Attend Broadway in Bryant Park
This summer series offers the public a chance to see Broadway performances outdoors.  Bryant Park - bryantpark.org/programs/broadway-in-bryant-park
Broadway in Bryant is a no-charge series that happens on Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. during the summer. Each performance lasts for approximately one hour. Cast members from current and future Broadway musicals take to the stage inside the park to entertain viewers.

Visit the Bronx Zoo
The zoo offers no-cost admission on Wednesdays.  2300 Southern Boulevard in the Bronx, New York - https://bronxzoo.com/
This world-class zoo offer no-cost admission on Wednesdays. Attractions include a children's zoo, a gorilla forest, a baboon reserve, an aquatic bird house and so much more. The zoo also features rides and a 4-D theater.

Attend Stargazing on the High Line
A chance to gaze at the stars from inside beautiful High Line park.  On the High Line at Little West 12th Street - thehighline.org/activities/stargazing
Stargazing on the High Line is a great nighttime activity that offers a peek at the stars in the shadow of Manhattan’s glittering lights. The Amateur Astronomers Association of New York sets up telescopes for the public to use each Tuesday night from April through October. The event begins at dusk and ends 30 minutes before High Line closes.

Play on Brighton Beach
A public beach in Brooklyn with a boardwalk.  Off of Beach Avenue in Brooklyn
Brighton Beach is a great place to enjoy a bit of quiet paradise in the City That Never Sleeps. Visitors can enjoy some swimming and views of the Atlantic Ocean. Brighton Beach Avenue is lined with lively restaurants and markets.

Attend a Movie Trivia Night
Win complimentary drinks and have fun while answering movie-themed trivia questions.  40 Bogart Street in Brooklyn, NY - syndicatedbk.com
Enjoy a trivia night at a popular bar in Bushwick called Syndicated Bar. This lively and social event happens every other Tuesday at 8 p.m. Participants can score drinks and tickets for the movie theater located inside the bar.

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Free Admissions for Students in NYC

Besides many free events listed in our Free Events Calendar in NYC above, here are Free Things To Do for Students in NYC:

MoMa – Free Admission
Students currently enrolled full-time at the following schools receive one free admission per MoMA visit with valid college ID at the information desk. Free admission is not available to part-time students, continuing education students, alumni, or staff. The following students receive one free admission: Columbia University in the City of New York, Cooper Union, CUNY/SUNY Schools, The New School, Pratt Institute, School of Visual Arts, The Juilliard School, The New School, New York University. https://www.moma.org/visit/discounts#free-admission

Bronx Zoo – Complementary General Admission
The Bronx Zoo offers complementary General Admission to NYC undergraduate college students. Eligible students must either be: a) attending a NYC college (must show a valid college ID from an institution within the 5 boroughs of New York City; b) NYC resident, attending non-NYC college (must show valid college ID and proof of NYC residency). https://bronxzoo.com/visitor-info/faqs

The Met Fifth Avenue, The Met Breuer and The Met Cloisters - Suggested Admission
For New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut students, admissions is pay as you wish. These tickets may be purchased onsite at a Museum ticket counter with valid Student ID. Who is considered a New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut student? Any enrolled student with an ID who attends school or resides in the states listed above. Suggested admission tickets include exhibitions and same-day entry at The Met Fifth Avenue (https://www.metmuseum.org/visit/met-fifth-avenue), The Met Breuer (https://www.metmuseum.org/visit/met-breuer), and The Met Cloisters (https://www.metmuseum.org/visit/met-cloisters).

El Museo del Barrio - Free Admission
Free Admissions affiliates: New York University, City University of New York, Columbia University. http://www.elmuseo.org/directions/

NY Hall of Science - Free general admission
Get free general admission to the NY Hall of Science on Fridays, 2 – 5 pm and Sundays, 10 – 11 am. https://nysci.org/visit/admission/


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