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Free Events, Free Things to Do in New York City! Read More
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, March 22, 2026!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York, Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
March 22, 2026. Free shows, concerts, movies, tours are New York (NYC) best kept secret! New York City never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.
New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).
So do not wot till tomorrow, start using these unique New York City opportunities today, March 22, 2026!
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, March 22, 2026!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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Free things to do, free events that take place in the City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (March 22, 2026) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!
In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York, Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
Join the Club!
Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
Join the Club!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
Let New York City surprise, stimulate, entertain and excite you! Read More
Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides:
- free concerts in NYC
- free movies in NYC
- free jazz in NYC
- free poetry readings in NYC
- free tours/hikes in NYC
- free city walks in NYC
- free Yoga /Tai Chi in NYC
- fairs and parades in NYC
- free theater in NYC
- free tickets to concerts, theater and dance performances in NYC
'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).
Editor's Picks
28 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Sunday, March 22, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Museums | Family Art-Making and Gallery Activities
Spend your Sunday at a museum with free talks, art-making workshops, storytimes, and family gallery tours. Designed for visitors of all ages, these Sunday sessions offer a welcoming space to explore art and creativity together.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Tour | Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. This guided tour is first-come, first-served. It may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection of 10,000 items. One of the exhibitions includes famous Tiffany's leaded glass objects and a valuable insight into the development of the inuctry in the US at the turn of the 20th century.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park
This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group's Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
12:30 pm
Regular: $30
Member: $0
Regular: $30
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Symposium | Dreamscapes & Symbolism: Perspectives of Three Painters (Online!)
This year's lecture features three painters who captured the world through dreamlike and symbolic views: Henri Rousseau (1844–1910), Gladys Nomfanekiso Mgudlandlu (1917–1979), and Lalitha Lajmi (1932–2023). Nancy Ireson reveals new findings on Rousseau's renowned paintings; Nontobeko Ntombela reinterprets Mgudlandlu as South Africa's first Black woman artist, highlighting the connection between cultural identity, artistic freedom, and social context; and Skye Arundhati Thomas explores Lajmi's self-portraits within the political and social environment of post-independence India.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Legacy in Harmony: African American Women Composers
A special concert highlights the important contributions of African American women to classical art song and jazz traditions. Soprano Cathy C. Smith and pianist Angela L. Manso perform a program honoring composers whose voices have shaped American music. The repertoire spans both classical and jazz genres, celebrating the enduring legacy of these artists and their impact on the cultural landscape.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
1:30 pm
Regular: $71.50
Member: $0
Regular: $71.50
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Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)
This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
2:00 pm
Regular: $20
Member: $0
Regular: $20
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Discussion | Inside the Ecology of a Painting
Join painter Cy Gavin and designer, author, and podcast host Debbie Millman for a discussion on art and nature. Focusing on a new exhibit in the European Paintings galleries that examines the connections between human and nonhuman histories, Gavin and Millman will discuss how aesthetics influence our perception of the natural and constructed worlds. Discover more about Gavin's work and his process of interpreting sites affected by human activity, geological, or cosmic events.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Original 10-Minute Plays
The Hudson Classical Theater Company hosts an afternoon of original ten-minute plays! Writers-A-Go-Go highlights the work of local contemporary playwrights, directed and performed by Hudson Classical company members. Stay after the show for light refreshments and conversation with the playwrights.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Piano Works by Rachmaninoff, Rossini, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Pianists Wael Farouk, Joanne Polk, and William Wolfram perform a series of pieces. Program: Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) Suite No. 2, Op. 17 Amr Okba One Coin and Two Sides (World Premiere) Anton Arensky (1861-1906) Suite No. 1 for Two Pianos, Op. 15 Gioachino Rossini (1792-1868) (arr. D. Krug) The Barber of Seville Fantasie for piano six hands
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | String Works by J.S. Bach, Bottesini, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Paul Gong, double bass and Gabriel Gaw, double bass. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1009 Reinhold Gliere (1875-1956) 4 Pieces for Double Bass and Piano, Op. 9 & 32 Giovanni Bottesini (1821-1889) Fantasia "Lucia di Lammermoor" Giovanni Bottesini (1821-1889) Gran Duetto No.2 for 2 Double Basses
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Award-Winning Screenwriter Teaches Screenwriting 101
Here you’ll learn how to bring stories to the screen with Gotham screenwriting instructor Jason Greiff. Whether you seek to write shorts or features, Hollywood glamour or indie grit, you'll learn how to write screenplays that audiences adore. Jason Greiff wrote the feature screenplay The Godparents, which was developed with Universal Studios and Marc Platt Productions. He has produced credits in children’s animation in China and Portugal and has helped develop shows for Disney Asia and China’s largest media company CCTV.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
3:00 pm
Regular: $20
Member: $0
Regular: $20
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3:00 pm
Regular: $33.85
Member: $0
Regular: $33.85
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3:30 pm
Regular: $35
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Regular: $35
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Museums | Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum
Discover a vast collection of art from a diverse range of countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Italy, Russia, France, Spain, Japan, India, United States and more. Tickets for Pay-What-You-Wish hours are available online only and released at 10 am the morning of the event.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...
Workshop | Creative Writing Session: Practice the Craft
Become a better writer! Suitable for all levels.
Writing exercises
Personal attention
Peer Workshop
Guest Lectures
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue (In Person AND Online!)
Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
4:00 pm
Regular: $25
Member: $0
Regular: $25
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Museums | Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, influence, and importance of design in everyday life. Housed in a historic mansion, the museum features a diverse collection of design objects, including decorative arts, architecture, graphic design, textiles, and industrial design.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish from 5pm...
pay-what-you-wish from 5pm...
Performance | Work-in-Progress Showing: A Ritual of Memory, Absence, and Unfinished Stories
This work-in-progress by Arturo Luíz Soria explores grief, memory, and what remains unspoken. After his brother’s death, a writer searches through a fragmented archive, creating a ritual from absence and erasure. The piece confronts cultural silence around suicide, prioritizing pursuit over closure. Audiences will experience a 45-minute excerpt, followed by a feedback session, with responses guiding the work’s next phase.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Works by J.S. Bach, Grieg, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Holy Trinity Music Director Austin Philemon joins Bach Vespers as featured soloist to perform early music by important composers. Program: Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) Holberg Suite, Op. 40: I. Praeludium J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Keyboard Concerto in d minor, BWV 1068 J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Orchestral Suite no. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air Heinrich Schutz (1585-1672) Meine Seele erhebt den Herren, SWV 344 Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) Holberg Suite, Op. 40: V. Riguadon
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Diverse Romantic & Modern Flute Works (In Person AND Online!)
Yazhuo Zhang, flute, and Alina Chen, flute. Program: Paul Taffanel (1844-1908) Grande Fantaisie sur Mignon Eldin Burton (1913-1981) Sonatina for Flute and Piano George Enescu (1881-1955) Cantabile et Presto Albert Roussel (1869-1937) Joueurs de flûte Frank Martin (1890-1974) Ballade for Flute and Piano Charles-Marie Widor (1844-1937) Suite for Flute and Piano, Op. 34
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Shostakovich, Haydn and More by Members of the European Chamber Music Academy
Trio Chimera: Marta Ceretta, piano; Stefano Raccagni, violin; Giorgio Lucchini, cello Program Haydn Trio Hob. XV:27 in C Major Fabio Vacchi Orna Buio Ciel (2000) Renaud De Bouw Luzmila (2023) Shostakovich Trio in e Minor No.2, Op.67
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Live Acoustic Evening
Enjoy an evening of acoustic music with The Wutet.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
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Classical Music | Choral Masterpieces by Brahms and More at a Landmark Venue
Regular Price: $65CFT Member Price: $0.00
Concert | Spirituals, Broadway Tunes and More at a Landmark Venue
Regular Price: $65CFT Member Price: $0.00
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