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, Dec 13, 2024

  • Union Square Greenmarket Fridays
    FREE Travel & Outdoors
    Union Square Greenmarket Fridays
    December 13 @ 7am - 5pm. Weekly

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

    Open Fridays year-round on North and West sides of Union Square Park. Located in one of New York City's great public spaces, the atmosphere at Union Square on ...
  • Friday the `13th @ VERDI with Inked NYC
    FREE
    Friday The `13th @ Verdi With Inked Nyc
    December 13 @ 11am - 8pm

    Verdi Cannabis Store, 158 West 23rd Street, New York, NY 10011

    Free flash tattoos and burgers (with purchase) are on a first come first serve basis. Depending on demand, not all ticketed attendees ARE NOT guaranteed free promotions.
  • Project Lol Holiday Jubilee
    December 13 @ 12pm - 3pm

    472 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USA

    PROJECT LOL HOLIDAY JUBILEE You are all cordially invited to the PROJECT LOL HOLIDAY JUBILEE! Join us for an afternoon of fun, food, and merriement at the ...
  • Celebrate with Gen See - Credo Beauty Williamsburg
    FREE
    Celebrate With Gen See - Credo Beauty Williamsburg
    December 13 @ 12pm - 5pm

    Credo Beauty, 99 North 6th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249

    Celebrate Gen See's new shades of Mixed Media Liquid Eyeshadows and dual-ended eyeshadow brush while enjoying complimentary cocktails, touch-ups, and ...
  • Concert for Beethoven's Birthday IN PERSON AT DOROT
    FREE
    Concert For Beethoven's Birthday In Person At Dorot
    December 13 @ 1pm - 2:30pm

    Dorot, 171 West 85th Street, New York, NY 10024

    It’s not entirely clear exactly when Beethoven’s birthday is, but it is sometime in the week of December 10-16! So we’ve split the difference and am honoring ...

WEEKEND

TOMORROW - Saturday, Dec 14, 2024

  • Union Square Greenmarket Saturdays
    FREE Travel & Outdoors
    Union Square Greenmarket Saturdays
    December 14 @ 7am - 5pm. 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 - ...
  • F45 X Lustoic Home Fragrances
    December 14 @ 9am - 11:30am

    33 E 33rd St, New York, NY 10016, USA

    Saturday, December 14th from 10am - 2pm Join F45 for shopping and training with Lustoic! Take a class for the chance to win free room spray! Experience the ...
  • Save the Date for our Kick Off to Kwanzaa 2024 Celebration
    FREE
    Save The Date For Our Kick Off To Kwanzaa 2024 Celebration
    December 14 @ 10am - 7pm

    Queens Library Langston Hughes, 100-01 Northern Boulevard, Corona, NY 11368

    Save the Date for our Kick Off to Kwanzaa 2024 Celebration Come join us for a festive celebration to kick off Kwanzaa at Queens Library Langston Hughes! Get ...
  • A Stroll in the Farmers’ Market
    FREE
    A Stroll In The Farmers’ Market
    December 14 @ 11am - 12pm

    Union Square Park, 201 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10003

    The local farmers' market is more than just a place to shop; it's a lifestyle.Join a leisurely stroll through the market. Connect over fresh produce and local ...
  • PCR Holiday Toy Distribution 2024
    FREE
    Pcr Holiday Toy Distribution 2024
    December 14 @ 11am - 2pm

    Leif Ericson Park and Square, 9th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220

    🎅🎁 Holiday Toy Distribution Join us this holiday season for a fun-filled Holiday Toy Distribution! Enjoy 🧸 free toy giveaways, 🎨 holiday arts & crafts, ...

Sunday, Dec 15, 2024

  • Christmas Bird Count
    FREE Volunteer
    Christmas Bird Count
    December 15 @ 9am - 2pm

    Icahn Stadium, 10 Central Rd, New York, NY 10035

    The 125th annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count—the nation’s longest-running Community-Science bird project—will soon be underway nationwide, and in all five ...
  • Lululemon Member's Holiday Shop at Hudson Yards
    FREE
    Lululemon Member's Holiday Shop At Hudson Yards
    December 15 @ 9:30am - 11am

    Hudson Yards, 500 W 33rd st, New York, NY 10001

    The holidays are almost here—and our gift to you is a members-only event. We’ll kick things off with little treats, followed by a private shop. This is your ...
  • Chanukah Jam
    FREE
    Chanukah Jam
    December 15 @ 10am - 12pm

    Brooklyn Brewery, 79 North 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249

    Join The Neighborhood, Tkiya, and friends for a warm and festive Chanukah celebration at Brooklyn Brewery! Together we’ll enjoy music, movement, a puppet show, ...
  • FIRE & ICE Santa's Slay Toy Drive Brunchmas
    FREE
    Fire & Ice Santa's Slay Toy Drive Brunchmas
    December 15 @ 10am - 6pm

    Sweet Brooklyn Bar, 608 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216

    Brunchmas Toy Drive: Sip, Savor, & Spread Holiday Cheer! Celebrate the season of giving at our Brunchmas Toy Drive! Join us for a festive morning filled ...
  • Penn Shoreline Cleanup
    FREE
    Penn Shoreline Cleanup
    December 15 @ 10am - 12pm

    Shirley Chisholm State Park - Penn Water Access Area, 1750 Pennsylvania Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11239

    Interested in volunteering and making a difference at Shirley Chisholm State Park? Join us for a shoreline cleanup along Fresh Creek at the Penn Water Access ...

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Monday, Dec 16, 2024

  • Union Square Greenmarket Mondays
    FREE Travel & Outdoors
    Union Square Greenmarket Mondays
    December 16 @ 7am - 5pm. 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 ...
  • Smell Of Money: Free Film Screening & Conversation
    FREE
    Smell Of Money: Free Film Screening & Conversation
    December 16 @ 3:30pm - 6pm

    NYU Department of Environmental Studies, 285 Mercer Street #8th Floor, New York, NY 10003

    Come join us to watch a powerful film that educates, inspires, and advances the fight for environmental justice for people & animals
  • OPEN MIC WITH OPEN DOORS
    FREE
    Open Mic With Open Doors
    December 16 @ 5:30pm - 7:30pm

    Roosevelt Island Library, 504 Main Street, New York, NY 10044

    Join OPEN DOORS for an open mic night at the Roosevelt Island Public Library (504 Main Street) on December 16 at 5:30pm. Share your poetry and win prizes. ...
  • Monday Night, Meet for a Bite
    FREE
    Monday Night, Meet For A Bite
    December 16 @ 6pm - 8pm

    Pier 57, 25 11th Avenue, New York, NY 10011

    It's Monday! Fuel up for the week, both physically and mentally. Get energized by new connections!Food is deeply connected to love and a sense of well-being in ...
  • Stephen's Birthday and Stephen and Lizette's Wedding Anniversary
    FREE
    Stephen's Birthday And Stephen And Lizette's Wedding Anniversary
    December 16 @ 6pm - 8pm

    Le Botaniste, 11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036

    Love saves the day! Stephen's B-Day and S&L's wedding date is 12/16. Celebrate with drinks + hors devours on us! Bring a gift for kids!

Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024

  • Holiday Toy Donation & Gift Wrapping Party  - 1285
    FREE
    Holiday Toy Donation & Gift Wrapping Party - 1285
    December 17 @ 3pm - 5pm

    1285 Ave of the Americas, 1285 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019

    **NOTE: This event is for UBS employees only. Be sure to register using your ubs.com email address. One registration per employee please! All are welcome as we ...
  • Zeta Charter Schools: Make Your Own Pizza at Uno's Pizza!
    FREE
    Zeta Charter Schools: Make Your Own Pizza At Uno's Pizza!
    December 17 @ 3pm - 4:30pm

    42-37 35th Ave, 42-37 35th Avenue, Queens, NY 11101

    Zeta is building high-performing, next-generation schools with an innovative, whole-child approach, preparing children for true participation and leadership in ...
  • Just Come! Free Brooklyn Comedy
    FREE Comedy
    Just Come! Free Brooklyn Comedy
    December 17 @ 3:30pm - 5pm. Weekly

    The Graham, 151 Meserole Street, Brooklyn, New York 11206

    A rip-roaring evening of jokes, music, and banter with some of NYC's most celebrated performers in an intimate Brooklyn bar backroom. Every Tuesday at The ...
  • Naked Beauty Spa Grand Opening
    FREE
    Naked Beauty Spa Grand Opening
    December 17 @ 5pm - 9pm

    120 E 56th St suite 540, 120 East 56th Street #suite 540, New York, NY 10022

    RSVP for the Exclusive Grand Opening of Naked Beauty Med Spa Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMLocation: Naked Beauty New York Spa 120 ...
  • Margarita Tuesdays  at Victory NYC - $20 Hookahs & 50% off all drinks
    FREE
    Margarita Tuesdays At Victory Nyc - $20 Hookahs & 50% Off All Drinks
    December 17 - December 18 @ 6pm - 1am

    Victory Restaurant & Lounge, 221 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018

    Join us for your favorite Tuesday night Dinner party. Each and every Tuesday at @victory_newyork Dinner service available Come out early to enjoy our Happy ...

Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024

  • Union Square Greenmarket Wednesdays
    FREE Travel & Outdoors
    Union Square Greenmarket Wednesdays
    December 18 @ 7am - 5pm. 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 ...
  • Line Dancing Aerobics
    FREE Dance
    Line Dancing Aerobics
    December 18 @ 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!
  • Hands Down, Elevate and Shoot Adults
    FREE Fitness
    Hands Down, Elevate And Shoot Adults
    December 18 @ 10am - 11am

    Gymnasium, 765 Manida St, Bronx, NY 10474

    Are you prepared to work on your jump shot this fall? Come in for a session using a shooting machine. This basketball shooting machine will act as an automatic ...
  • Art Exhibition: Kenshō by Vince Serecin
    FREE Education
    Art Exhibition: Kenshō By Vince Serecin
    December 18 @ 10am - 3pm

    Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard, 200-236 Satterlee St, Staten Island, NY 10307

    Celebrate Birds with an exhibition: Kenshō, artwork by Vince Serecin.Anitya: In Sanskrit means impermanence, passing or transient. Indeed, we all know that ...
  • Showbiz Budgeting: How to Budget and Actualize your Film or TV Project
    FREE
    Showbiz Budgeting: How To Budget And Actualize Your Film Or Tv Project
    December 18 @ 11:30am - 1pm

    Media Services NY, 36 West 20th Street 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10011

    Explore Showbiz Budgeting and its many features, from creating budgets to analyzing reports. This training is perfect for production accountants, production ...

Thursday, Dec 19, 2024

  • Deli Radio Presents: Food Futures + Co-Creations At The Farm
    December 19 @ 12pm - 5pm

    46 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205, USA

    Deli Radio aims to foster connection and shared experiences at a time when communal spaces feel essential. Over the course of two months, Deli Radio will host ...
  • Lunchtime Exhibition Tour: "Abraham Lincoln: His Life in Print"
    FREE
    Lunchtime Exhibition Tour: "Abraham Lincoln: His Life In Print"
    December 19 @ 1pm - 2pm

    The Grolier Club, 47 East 60th Street, New York, NY 10022

    Curator Mazy Boroujerdi leads a tour of his exhibition Abraham Lincoln: His Life in Print September 25 – December 28, 2024In many ways, books made Abraham ...
  • End-of-Year Celebration
    FREE
    End-Of-Year Celebration
    December 19 @ 3pm - 6pm

    Bon Bonbon, 1407 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210

    End-of-Year Celebration Come join us for a fantastic End-of-Year Celebration at Bon Bonbon! It's time to unwind, mingle, and celebrate all the hard work we've ...
  • Holiday Night at The Alchemist's Kitchen
    FREE
    Holiday Night At The Alchemist's Kitchen
    December 19 @ 4pm - 7pm

    119 Crosby St, 119 Crosby Street, New York, NY 10012

    EMBRACE THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT Experience an unforgettable evening at our retail storefront filled with holiday shopping, exclusive discounts, and samplings of ...
  • Merry Brews: A Festive Winter Beer Tasting
    FREE
    Merry Brews: A Festive Winter Beer Tasting
    December 19 @ 4pm - 7pm

    34-30 Steinway St, 34-30 Steinway Street, Queens, NY 11101

    Join us on Thursday, December 19th, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, at Astoria Beer Depot, for an evening filled with holiday cheer and great beer! 🎄❄️ What to ...

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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