Living in the city that never sleeps doesn't have to be yawn. Finding Free Events in NYC may not be easy, but we’ve done the hard work so you can enjoy the freebies - our up-to-date NYC Free Events Today Calendar covers the best free concerts (classical, jazz, pop, rock, opera), free comedy shows, art exhibitions (museum, galleries), free and cheap party and nightlife activities & things to do right now, today, tonight - in all NYC boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens & the Bronx.

TODAY - Friday, Dec 5, 2025

  • One Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
    FREE
    One Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
    December 5 - December 6 @ 10am - 2am

    60 Furman St, 60 Furman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

    Experience house music like never before at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge Rooftop Lounge. The 1 Hotel in Dumbo offers stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and the ...
  • Free Community Screening Event & Food Giveaway
    December 5 @ 2:30pm - 5:30pm

    230 Broad St, Staten Island, NY 10304, USA

    🌟 About the Event Join us for a community celebration dedicated to promoting health, wellness, and connection. This special event brings together healthcare ...
  • HARLEM WELLNESS ON THE MOVE: COME CREATE OUR COMMUNITY TRAVELING MURAL
    FREE
    Harlem Wellness On The Move: Come Create Our Community Traveling Mural
    December 5 @ 3:30pm - 6:30pm

    71 E 111th St, 71 East 111th Street, New York, NY 10029

    Welcome to HARLEM WELLNESS ON THE MOVE: COME CREATE OUR COMMUNITY TRAVELING MURAL! Join us at 71 E 111th St on December 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM (Eastern Time) for a ...
  • You're Invited: A Classic Bourbon Tasting | Dec 5th
    December 5 @ 4:30pm - 7:30pm

    1479 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA

    🎉 A Night of Classic Bourbon! 🥃 You are cordially invited to an evening exploring the timeless flavors of Kentucky's finest. Join us at Vintage Grape Wines ...
  • Spiritual Cookies NYC Launch
    FREE
    Spiritual Cookies Nyc Launch
    December 5 @ 5pm - 8pm

    Geometry Garden & Floral Shop, 44 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249

    Jeremiah was a man of many scents and senses. Whether you knew him personally or not, his peaceful energy could transform a room. His fragrance was inviting, ...
  • Lobby Sounds by Najah Moeser
    FREE
    Lobby Sounds By Najah Moeser
    December 5 @ 5pm - 7pm

    Moxy Times Square, 485 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018

    Come listen to the sweet sounds of Najah Lewis. She’ll lift your mood linger in the lobby.
  • Voices of Francophone Cinema Festival: The Count of Monte Cristo
    FREE
    Voices Of Francophone Cinema Festival: The Count Of Monte Cristo
    December 5 @ 6pm - 9pm

    La Maison Française NYU, 16 Washington Mews, New York, NY 10003

    Join us for night five of the 5th edition of Voices of Francophone Cinema curated by Anna-Caroline Prost under the theme "Our Freedoms" in which we present ...
  • JS Joust Mixer at Media Commons - NYU Only
    FREE
    Js Joust Mixer At Media Commons - Nyu Only
    December 5 @ 6pm - 8pm

    370J Media Commons, 370 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

    💡🕹️ Join us for an evening of Johann Sebastian Joust Game Night at the Media Commons, brought to you by the NYU Game Center! 🎮✨ Johann Sebastian Joust (or ...
  • Skyline Restoration's 2025 Holiday Party
    FREE
    Skyline Restoration's 2025 Holiday Party
    December 5 @ 6pm - 11pm

    TAO Downtown Restaurant, 92 9th Avenue, New York, NY 10011

    Welcome to Skyline Restoration's 2025 Holiday Party! Join us at TAO Downtown Restaurant on December 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM for a night of festive fun.
  • First Friday After Work Dane Party
    FREE
    First Friday After Work Dane Party
    December 5 @ 6pm - 11pm

    LilliStar, 353 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211

    This vibrant event invites Brooklyn’s professionals and music lovers to unwind and celebrate the end of the work week in style.
  • Bourbon Old Fashioned Holiday Market and Tasting Event in Williamsburg.
    FREE
    Bourbon Old Fashioned Holiday Market And Tasting Event In Williamsburg.
    December 5 @ 6pm - 10pm

    1027 Grand St, 1027 Grand Street B26, Brooklyn, NY 11211

    Ever been completely surrounded by bourbon? Chill to music and tastings in our Williamsburg, Brooklyn warehouse. See the TAT2 Spirits man cave. Experience the ...
  • Epicenter NYC Holiday Party
    FREE
    Epicenter Nyc Holiday Party
    December 5 @ 6pm - 9pm

    The Local NY, 13-02 44th Avenue, Queens, NY 11101

    Join us as we raise a glass to another amazing year and close out the Music of Many Colours exhibition. Enjoy tapas and drinks as we honor the hard work, ...
  • Comfy Clash Comedy Contest Semifinal 2 (Featuring Tight Pants Comedy)
    December 5 @ 6pm - 7:30pm

    1568 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA

    Our annual standup comedy contest is back, featuring Tight Pants Comedy! Come see top comics battle it out to be the champ.
  • Champions of the Golden Valley
    FREE
    Champions Of The Golden Valley
    December 5 @ 7pm - 9pm

    The Great Hall at The Cooper Union, 7 East 7th Street Enter at corner of Astor Place and Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003

    The Cooper Union Gardiner Foundation Great Hall Forum presents a special screening of the Oscar-contending documentary Champions of the Golden Valley. The film ...
  • New Interfaces for Musical Expression (NIME)
    FREE
    New Interfaces For Musical Expression (Nime)
    December 5 @ 7pm - 10pm

    littlefield, 635 Sackett Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217

    DOORS 6PM | SHOW 7PM Join us for ITP's 24th annual New Interfaces for Musical Expression (NIME) show! Performers will play a series of newly invented ...
  • Wine, cheese and jamon serrano pairing
    FREE
    Wine, Cheese And Jamon Serrano Pairing
    December 5 @ 7pm - 9pm

    Char-CUTE-rie by Bohemian Picnics, 920 7th Avenue #Suite 110, New York, NY 10019

    Ever wondered what happens when the perfect wine meets the perfect cheese? Discover it during an exclusive evening featuring:” * Curated wine pairings * ...
  • RP1 EQ Activity
    FREE
    Rp1 Eq Activity
    December 5 @ 7pm - 9pm

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 8606 60th Road, Queens, NY 11373

    Come hang out with the Rego Park Elder's Quotum! [hidden]
  • Undergraduate Fall'25 Concert
    FREE
    Undergraduate Fall'25 Concert
    December 5 @ 7:30pm - 9pm

    The Peggy Theater @ Hunter College (TH 601), 930 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10065

    Please join us in a 2-night performance featuring original work by our Hunter Dance Students.
  • The Anti-Swipe: The Party Disrupting Dating App Culture
    FREE Party
    The Anti-Swipe: The Party Disrupting Dating App Culture
    December 5 - December 6 @ 8pm - 12am. Weekly

    Barrow's Intense Tasting Room at Industry City, 86 34th Street, Brooklyn, New York 11232

    This is your chance to ditch swipe culture, break free from app burnout and fatigue, and connect with new single people IRL for a night of dancing, interactive ...
  • Sizzling Electric Blues On The Upper West Side W/Mark The Harper & Friends!
    December 5 @ 8pm - 10:30pm

    2662 Broadway, New York, NY 10025, USA

    Sizzling Electric Blues on the Upper West Side w/Mark The Harper & Friends! Get ready for a high-energy night of electric blues that'll light up the Upper ...

More Free Things To Do in NYC Today

Besides many free events listed in our Free NYC Events TODAY calendar above, here are some more Free Things to Do in NYC Today & Every Day:

Get Fit for Free
Who says getting in shape has to cost a fortune? From spinning classes to kickboxing, it's easy to score a free pass to get that body bikini ready. Our favorites are Equinox and CKO Kickboxing. Various Locations | equinox.com/clubs/new-york | ckogramercy.com 

Explore the Ocean
If you find the deep, blue sea enchanting, this underwater adventure is for you. Hosted by the Explorer Club you can learn about everything from maritime security to the complexity of coral reefs. 46 E 70th St, New York | xplorers.org

Soar over the East River
There’s no better way to conquer your fear of heights than to suspend yourself above the East River. Jump on the Roosevelt Island and head over to South Point Park where you have an impromptu photo shoot as the sun goes down. Midtown Roosevelt Island Tram - East 60th St | rioc.ny.gov/302/Tram

Walk Along the Brooklyn Heights Promenade
With summer right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to stroll around Brooklyn Heights Promenade, which boasts the best views of Lower East Side. Play it safe and enjoy this hotspot during the week. Brooklyn Heights | en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brooklyn_Heights_Promenade

See Socrates Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, this free garden and public park is home to large-scale sculptures that will make you swoon. To get there, hop on the subway to Broadway in Queens. Then, walk a few short blocks until you reach Vernon Boulevard. Long Island City, Vernon Blvd | theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/new-york/articles/new-york-s-10-best-sculpture-parks-art-amid-nature/

Sunset Yoga
Down dog your worries away with an evening session of yoga in the park. Happening every Thursday until September, you can stretch, breathe and relax your way into a peaceful slumber. Various Locations | nycgovparks.org/events/2018/05/03/yoga-in-the-park

Go Bargain Hunting
The Lower East Side is home to one of the best flea markets in town. Hester Street Fair is where you shop until you drop. From local vendors to new startups, you'll be glad you came. Hester Street | timeout.com/newyork/shopping/hester-street-fair

Ride the Wave
Grab your besties and head to Rockaway Beach for a day of fun in the sun. Just a short trip from Midtown, you can people watch or catch a few rays for free. Just remember to bring your sunblock. Rockaway Beach | ferry.nyc/routes-and-schedules/route/rockaway/

Rooftop Apertivo
Spring is in full bloom, so there's no better time to head to the rooftop. Dream Hotel’s PHD Terrace is the perfect place to unwind after a long day at the office. Cocktails aren't free, but you can listen to some cool tunes from the Nick Palumbo Band gratis. Dream Hotel PHD Terrace | phdterrace.com

Vinyl Nights
Get ready for an outdoor dance party where you can cut a rug or channel your inner John Travolta. DJs spin an assortment of disco, house, soul and even salsa to help feel footloose and fancy-free. Plaza 33 | 34thstreet.org/attractions/plaza33

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