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 - Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026

  • Broadway Spirits Santacon Celebration!
    January 13 @ 12:30pm - 8pm

    299 Broadway, New York, NY 10007, USA

    Get ready to celebrate SantaCon the Broadway Spirits way! Join us on December 13th for a festive lineup of tastings that’ll keep the holiday cheer going all ...
  • D-Crit Spring Kickoff Salon + Open Mic
    FREE
    D-Crit Spring Kickoff Salon + Open Mic
    January 13 @ 6pm - 8pm

    SVA MA Design Research, Writing and Criticism, 2nd floor, 136 W 21 Street, New York, NY 10011

    Kick off spring with short, lively readings from students, alumni, faculty, and friends of the program: criticism, reporting, research-in-progress, and other ...
  • Opera Wars:  Inside the World of Opera and the Battles for Its Future
    FREE
    Opera Wars: Inside The World Of Opera And The Battles For Its Future
    January 13 @ 6pm - 7:45pm

    Rizzoli Bookstore, 1133 Broadway, New York, NY 10010

    Join us for a conversation with Caitlin Vincent to celebrate her new book, a powerful up close look at the opera industry, its roots, its resistance to change, ...
  • Electric Burn
    FREE Fitness
    Electric Burn
    January 13 @ 6pm - 6:45pm

    NYPL- Bloomingdale Library, 150-160 W 100th St, New York, NY 10025

    Get ready to ignite your energy in this heart pumping dance cardio session! This class is designed to get the entire body moving at its full potential. Let ...
  • Cook-Connect-Create Income / Powered by Thermomix Queens New York
    FREE
    Cook-Connect-Create Income / Powered By Thermomix Queens New York
    January 13 @ 6pm - 8pm

    73-30 Grand Ave, 73-30 Grand Avenue, Queens, NY 11378

    Cook • Connect • Create Income Powered by Thermomix Join us for a hands-on Thermomix experience where food brings people together and ideas begin. During this ...
  • Dance Fitness
    FREE Fitness
    Dance Fitness
    January 13 @ 6pm - 6:45pm

    Brooklyn Public Library - Mill Basin, 2385 Ralph Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11234

    Dance Fitness is a creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics. The goal is to improve cardio fitness while having fun and getting a full body workout! This ...
  • Rhythm and Vibes
    FREE Fitness
    Rhythm And Vibes
    January 13 @ 6:15pm - 7pm

    Hope Gardens Community Center, 422 Central Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221

    This is a high-energy dance fitness class where everyone is welcome. No experience needed –just bring your good vibes and let the music move you. We are all ...
  • Zumba
    FREE Fitness
    Zumba
    January 13 @ 6:15pm - 7pm

    HANAC Corona Beacon at P.S. 19Q, 40-10 99th St, Corona, NY 11368

    Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic ...
  • Just Edgy Enough Comedy Show
    FREE
    Just Edgy Enough Comedy Show
    January 13 @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm

    Whiskey Cellar NYC, 77 East 7th Street, New York, NY 10003

    Comedian Bryan Stoops has performed in 22 countries on 5 continents. Bryan has performed in some of the most prestigious comedy clubs and comedy festivals in ...
  • Bodyweight Circuit Training
    FREE Fitness
    Bodyweight Circuit Training
    January 13 @ 6:30pm - 7:15pm

    Multi-Use Room - Full, Astoria Residents Reclaiming Our World, 35-38 35th St, Astoria, NY 11106

    This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full-body workout. Whether you are a ...
  • Queer Book Group
    FREE
    Queer Book Group
    January 13 @ 7pm - 8pm

    Hops Hill At Atlantic, 533 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217

    Queer Book Group with AlexDiscussing Some Strange Music Draws Me In by Griffin Hansbury Led by former Greenlight bookseller Alex, our Queer Book Group meets ...
  • Dance Fitness for Fun
    FREE Fitness
    Dance Fitness For Fun
    January 13 @ 7pm - 7:45pm

    Dance Room, 2180 1st Ave, New York, NY 10029

    Who doesn’t need a little fun in their fitness? Dance Fitness for Fun is a low-pressure high-energy class that will help you connect with your body, music, and community.
  • Zumba
    FREE Dance
    Zumba
    January 13 @ 7pm - 8pm

    Multi-Use Room, 411-415 Rockland Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314

    Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, ...
  • Bodyweight Circuit Training
    FREE Fitness
    Bodyweight Circuit Training
    January 13 @ 7pm - 7:45pm

    Multi-Use Room - 2nd Fl, To be named, Far Rockaway, NY 11691

    This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full-body workout. Whether you are a ...
  • Classic Film Screening At The Tiny Cupboard
    January 13 @ 7:30pm - 9:30pm

    10 Cooper St, Brooklyn, NY 11207, USA

    Iulios Kouroupis Presents: Movie Night!at The Tiny Cupboard Grab a drink from the bar, and enjoy a selection of films which will include a short program of ...
  • NYC Karaoke League : Pre-Season Open Mic Mixer!
    FREE
    Nyc Karaoke League : Pre-Season Open Mic Mixer!
    January 13 @ 7:30pm - 10:30pm

    The Shillelagh Tavern, 47-22 30th Avenue, Queens, NY 11103

    The best Karaoke in NYC is with NYC Karaoke League! And Tuesday night will be no exception - because the NYCKL invades Queens! The greatest Karaoke Open Mic in ...

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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