You've made it! The weekend is finally here in New York City, and you're ready to go out and have some fun. Unfortunately, payday isn't until next week. Take a deep breath and relax because we've done the dirty work for you and rounded top Free Things to Do in NYC this weekend in our up-to-date NYC Free Events This Weekend Calendar that 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 this weekend (this Saturday and Sunday) - in all NYC boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens & the Bronx.

WEEKEND

Saturday, May 3, 2025

  • Union Square Greenmarket Saturdays
    FREE Travel & Outdoors
    Union Square Greenmarket Saturdays
    May 3 @ 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 - ...
  • Family Day At Little Scholars Childcare Center X Brooklyn Bridge Parents
    May 3 @ 10am - 1pm

    345 Adams St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA

    Families with children 0 to 5 years old are invited to the Family Opening Party at Little Scholars Childcare Center in Downtown Brooklyn for a free day of ...
  • Bgi Greenway Stewardship Volunteer Orientation And Stewardship Day
    May 3 @ 10am - 1pm

    Naval Cemetery Landscape, 63 Williamsburg St W, Brooklyn, NY 11249, USA

    Keeping the Greenway clean and green isn't easy, but with your help, together we can keep the Greenway litter-free and enjoyable for all! We're excited to ...
  • Steph’s murderous birthday
    FREE
    Steph’S Murderous Birthday
    May 3 @ 10am - 12pm

    Central Park, Central Park, New York, NY 10019

    For my birthday this year, I’m planning something truly exciting and a bit different—I'm hosting a murder mystery party set in the vibrant, mysterious world of ...
  • Gotham Sound Expo 2025
    FREE
    Gotham Sound Expo 2025
    May 3 @ 10am - 4pm

    IATSE Local 52, 19-02 Steinway Street, Queens, NY 11105

    Registration is free, open to everyone, and guarantees you access to demo the newest production audio gear, hobnob with your fellow sound people over a free ...
  • A Stroll in the Farmers’ Market
    FREE
    A Stroll In The Farmers’ Market
    May 3 @ 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 ...
  • Cypress Hills Fulton BID Block Party Celebration
    FREE
    Cypress Hills Fulton Bid Block Party Celebration
    May 3 @ 11am - 3pm

    Fulton Street between Hale and Norwood Streets, Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11208

    Cypress Hills Fulton BID Block Party Celebration Come join us for a fantastic block party celebration of the brand new Cypress Hills Fulton Business ...
  • RicanVisions: Exhibition Closing & Reception
    FREE
    Ricanvisions: Exhibition Closing & Reception
    May 3 @ 12pm - 3pm

    20 Cooper Sq, 20 Cooper Square, New York, NY 10003

    Join us for a final open house marking the close of our spring exhibition RicanVisions: Global Ancestralities and Embodied Futures. Light refreshments and ...
  • Halfway To Halloween | Gothic Market Of Confections And Curiosities
    May 3 @ 12pm - 6pm

    175 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215, USA

    Halfway To Halloween Market | A Gothic Market of Confections & Curiosities Come join us at the Halfway To Halloween Gothic Market at No Filter Coffee! Dare ...
  • Christ-in-the-City - 1st Saturday Movies at St. John the Baptist Church
    FREE
    Christ-In-The-City - 1st Saturday Movies At St. John The Baptist Church
    May 3 @ 1pm - 2:30pm

    St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 213 West 30th Street, New York, NY 10001

    Welcome to 1st Saturday Movies at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Join us at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 213 West 30th Street, New York, NY ...

Sunday, May 4, 2025

  • Summer on the Hudson: Tai Chi
    FREE Fitness
    Summer On The Hudson: Tai Chi
    May 4 @ 8am - 9:30am

    Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, Riverside Dr, W 89th St, New York, NY 10024

    Join Silvana Pizzuti to learn and practice Tai Chi, a slow moving martial art with health benefits for all fitness levels. Wear comfortable clothes and sunscreen.
  • Vinyl Records! The Jersey City Record Riot! An Outdoor Market Of Vinyl!
    May 4 @ 9am - 5pm

    319 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USA

    It's the return of the Jersey City Record Riot! Outdoors on the Grove Street PATH Plaza! Over 40 tables of LPs, CDs, 45s and more. Great music all day long. ...
  • Apex For Youth X Chinatown Runners: Run Through Sunset Park
    May 4 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm

    4024 6th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11232, USA

    Join Apex for Youth and Chinatown Runners for a morning casual 5k to Sunset Park, Brooklyn. This event is a great opportunity to connect with fellow runners ...
  • Grand Opening of Bang Cookies City Point Brooklyn
    FREE
    Grand Opening Of Bang Cookies City Point Brooklyn
    May 4 @ 10am - 3pm

    Bang Cookies - City Point Brooklyn, 445 Albee Square West, Brooklyn, NY 11201

    Come celebrate with us Sunday, May 4th at 10am for our GRAND OPENING of Bang Cookies Brooklyn at @citypointbklyn and meet comedian and celebrity tiktoker ...
  • VSCO Photo Walk  — High Line NYC
    FREE
    Vsco Photo Walk — High Line Nyc
    May 4 @ 10am - 12pm

    The High Line, New York, NY 10011

    Celebrate the beauty of New York City through your lens. VSCO is hosting a photowalk on May 4, guided by visual storyteller Brandon Ruffin. We'll meet up ...
  • Greenbelt Hike (Vigorous)
    FREE Nature
    Greenbelt Hike (Vigorous)
    May 4 @ 10am - 11:30am

    Forest Hill Road and Alaska Place, Forest Hill Rd/Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314

    Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. Urban Park Rangers will lead hikers through some of the hidden gems of ...
  • Zumba
    FREE Dance
    Zumba
    May 4 @ 10am - 11am

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

    Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, ...
  • The Chique Collective's Grand Opening
    May 4 @ 11am - 2pm

    363 2nd St, Jersey City, NJ 07302, USA

    • Enjoy light refreshements • Permanent Jewelry from Bond Society • Get a Tiny Tattoo by a local artist • Goodie bags, Raffle and more!
  • Summer on the Hudson: Over, Under, Through
    FREE Fitness
    Summer On The Hudson: Over, Under, Through
    May 4 @ 11am - 12pm

    Parkour Park, Riverside Park South Basketball Court, W 70th St, New York, NY 10069

    Coaches from The Movement Creative teach the basics of parkour during this 6-week program. Build your strength, agility, coordination, and mobility with fun ...
  • Alice’S From Wonderland Birthday
    May 4 @ 11am - 4pm

    200 W 86th St Apt 6d, New York, NY 10024, USA

    ATTENTION-ATTENTION!On May 4th from 11 AM to 4 PM, White Rabbit’s Books is celebrating Alice’s Birthday from Alice in Wonderland and invites children ages 3 ...

More Free Things To Do in NYC This Weekend

Besides many free events listed in our NYC Free Events this Weekend calendar above, here are some more Free Things to Do in NYC This Weekend:

Tour the Brooklyn Brewery
No-cost tours every half hour from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Brooklyn Brewery offers no-cost daytime tours on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests can also visit the brewery’s tasting room and explore a selection of food trucks while enjoying a beer-themed afternoon. Each tour is limited to 40 people. 79 North 11th Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn - http://brooklynbrewery.com/visit/visiting-the-brooklyn-brewery

Go Shopping at Brooklyn Flea
A flea market that has been popular for a decade. People from all over Manhattan flock to Brooklyn Flea in DUMBO every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. during its run from April through October. Vendors show up with unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that range from clothing and jewelry to sculptures and crafts. Brooklyn Flea also hosts a number of highly acclaimed food vendors. Manhattan Bridge Archway Plaza at Anchorage Place and Pearl Street in Brooklyn - http://brooklynflea.com/

Listen to Live Jazz Music
Barbès is a renowned jazz club that doesn't charge a cover fee. People from around the city find their way to Barbès to hear live jazz music. The bar features a small back room where all of the musical magic happens. Unlike most bars in the city, Barbès doesn't charge a cover fee to hear some of the best jazz musicians in the NYC. What's more, drink prices here are extremely reasonable. This is an amazing place to be on a Saturday night. 376 9th Street in Park Slope, Brooklyn - http://www.barbesbrooklyn.com/about.html 

See a Live Improv Show at the Upright Citizens Brigade in Chelsea
A no-cost show from a comedy group that has launched plenty of comedy stars. The no-charge Sunday night Upright Citizens Brigade improv show is one of the highlights of the weekend for New Yorkers. You never know which celebrity is going to show up as the guest monologist at this fun event. Guests should plan to get in line by 6:30 p.m. if they want to snag a ticket and be able to attend the 9:30 show. 555 W 42nd Street in New York, NY - https://hellskitchen.ucbtheatre.com/

Do Yoga in the Park
Socrates Sculpture Park offers yoga classes on weekends during the summer. Free yoga classes are available at Socrates Sculpture Park on Saturdays and Sundays from May 19 to Sept. 16. Saturday classes are from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sunday classes are from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. All expert levels are invited to participate. Vernon Blvd in Long Island City, NY - http://socratessculpturepark.org/programevent/free-yoga/ 

Music on the Hudson
As the days get longer, what’s better than sliding into the weekend with free live music down by the Hudson? Head down to the Hudson River for free music and an evening of classical music. Hudson River Park | hudsonriverpark.org 

Party Like You're in LA
Let the good times roll! Project Parlor’s backyard will make you feel like you’re at a Southern California house party. DJs spin the tunes while you chow down on Bowie’s BBQ. Beer is free as long as supplies last! 742 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY | nymag.com/listings/bar/project-parlor

Empandas and Egg Rolls
Cultural delights await you on in the Lower East Side. Watch Peking Opera performers or take a free language lesson at this enormous block party. Grub is available for a price. Lower East Side | timeout.com/newyork/things-to-do/egg-rolls-egg-creams-empanadas-festival

Coney Island Mermaid Parade
Get ready for Coney Island’s 36th annual Mermaid Festival with barely clad sex vixens on grandioso floats. If you’re down, you can even dress up and try to win the coveted title of Queen Mermaid or King Neptune. Where: Coney Island | coneyisland.com/programs/mermaid-parade

Vogue on Sunday
What started as a ceremony of expression has now become the dance of choice. Voguing is to Sunday and brunch is to NYC. Not sure where to go? Check out House of Magnifique or House of Lavin. Where: East Village | eventbrite.com/d/ny--new-york/vogue/

Tribeca Drive-In
Tribeca's drive-in at Westfield World Trade Center is back with its summer series of movies alfresco in the Oculus Plaza. In addition live music and tasty tidbits (for sale), you get to kick back and watch classics like The Princess and the Frog. Tribeca | tribecafilm.com/drive-in

Get Punked
Summer is the perfect time to scope out new music venues. Especially for free. If you’re short on cash, check on all of the summer events on Randall Island, which includes a punk fest. You can rage to more than 70 bands and let those frustrations out. Randall Island | randallsisland.org 

Broadway in Bryant Park
If you haven't been able to score a pair of tickets for a Broadway show, you're in luck. Both on and off Broadway performers are bringing the show to you in Bryant Park. Bryant Park | nycgo.com/events/broadway-in-bryant-park

Pet Day is the Best Day
Take your four-legged pal for a ride on the Wonder Wheel at this annual event. Dress to impress and your pet can even with a $150 Petco gift certificate to buy everything your furry friend desires. Various Locations | stores.petco.com/ny/newyork/pet-supplies-newyork-ny-778.html?cm_mmc=GMapsPet-_-NY-_-NewYork-_-778 

Rubin from the Block
Everyone Knows Jenny from the Block, but have you ever heard of Rubin? Check out this outdoor art festival where you can relax in a mobile garden, build an imaginary future city and watch sand mandala performances. Brooklyn Popcorn Truck and Van Leeuwen ice cream are on hand to keep your tummy happy. 150 West 17th St | rubinmuseum.org

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