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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, May 2, 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
May 2, 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, May 2, 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, May 2, 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 (May 2, 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!
Join the Club!
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
80 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Saturday, May 2, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Workshop | Drawing in Nature
Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of the park. An artist/educator will help participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided or bring your own.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Festival | Vintage-Style Circus (Clowns, Jugglers, Acrobats, & More)
This vintage-inspired circus features an eclectic mix of clowns, jugglers, wire walkers, acrobats, aerialists, and more--delivering high-flying fun for the whole family.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Get in Shape: Dance Fitness Class for All Ages
Colorful outfits encouraged at this creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics! Space is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art
As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome
This juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons.
All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Concert | Live Music Inspired by The Lion King + Family Film Screening
Enjoy a family-friendly event featuring a live performance followed by a screening of a beloved animated film. The concert draws inspiration from The Lion King's musical world, blending classical and contemporary works in an engaging introduction to live music. Program highlights include compositions by Eric Ewazen, Ivan Trevino, Heitor Villa-Lobos, Gene Koshinski, and Valerie Naranjo. After the performance, settle in for a film experience perfect for all ages.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn To Play Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 18+)
If you've ever been curious about Dungeons & Dragons (a.k.a. D&D), or interested in learning more about tabletop gaming, then this is the program for you! Dice Goblins NYC, a group of TTRPG enthusiasts will teach attendees the basics of Dungeons & Dragons, answer questions, and help players build their first character sheet. Then, if time permits, attendees will also have the opportunity to take part in a brief, one-off campaign. This program is intended for beginners, but more seasoned players are also welcome to share the space! Ages 18+ only.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:15 am
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Explore How the World of Literary Translation is Changing with Acclaimed Translators & Authors
Together, a panel of writers, translators, and culture experts will explore the evolving role of the translator and why translation remains essential to the future of literature. Learn about how literary translation opens the world to readers, bringing them into conversation with other cultures, languages, and historical contexts. Translators are writers, interpreters, and cultural ambassadors, preserving the nuance and voice that gives literature life. What does the role of the literary translator look like today, in the face of an increasingly globalized world and the advent of AI translations that flatten cultural and linguistic nuance? This vital conversation will bring together acclaimed translators and authors Michael Eskin (The Emprise of Poetry: Durs Grünbein, America, Antisemitism and the Pursuit of Liberty), Annelise Finegan (The Enchanting Lives of Others by Can Xue), Tess Lewis (Nevermore by Cécile Wajsbrot), and former translator for the UN Security Council and the UN General Assembly Abdelgabar Mohieldin, with moderator Sandra Smith (Suite Française by Irène Némirovsky).
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Fair | Independent Literature Celebration: Browse Books, Magazines, & More
Attend the tenth annual Indie Lit Fair, presented by the PEN World Voices Festival and the Community of Literary Magazines and Presses (CLMP). The Indie Lit Fair celebrates the vitality and diversity of independent literary publishing, showcasing new and established poetry presses, fiction and creative nonfiction publishers, and innovative literary magazines. Stop by to browse, buy, and bask in the breadth of the literary arts being published today. The Unbannable Library—an interactive installation celebrating the freedom to read—will also take place in the park.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Larger-than-Life Interactive Book Immersive Art Installation
The Unbannable Library comes to the park as a vibrant public art installation celebrating the freedom to read. Created through collaborations between community groups, high schools, and artist/writer teams, these unique larger-than-life interactive books draw attention to the voices and stories most often subject to censorship. Visitors are invited to turn the giant pages, encounter new works of art and writing, and reflect on the importance of intellectual freedom in our libraries and communities.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | What Does It Mean To Flea the Past? Authors Share Their Thoughts
Authors discuss how they engage with the hidden lives of families. What are the secrets that lurk behind the closed doors of a family’s history, unknown or unexplored even to the family itself? And how far must one run to escape them? Carol Bensimon’s Diorama (tr. Zoë Perry and Julia Sanches), Rodrigo Hasbún’s The Invisible Years (tr. Lily Meyer), and Bsrat Mezghebe’s I Hope You Find What You’re Looking For all examine attempts to flee buried pasts—whether in Brazil, Bolivia, or Eritrea—and come to terms with their repercussions in a foreign land. Moderated by writer and critic Anderson Tepper.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Reading | Fiction Writers, Poets, & Translators Share Their Work in the Park
Organizers present readings from a diverse array of independently published authors. The event will feature fiction writers, poets, and translators.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
Free
Free
Screening | The Wizard of Oz (1939): Musical Fantasy Film Sing-A-Long (+ Pre-Show Fun & Movie Snacks)
Experience comfy seating, complimentary popcorn, and entertaining pre-show fun before the lights get dim. Enjoy free sweet movie snacks featuring SmartSweets and more! Young Dorothy finds herself in a magical world where she makes friends with a lion, a scarecrow, and a tin man as they make their way along the yellow brick road to talk with the Wizard and ask for the things they miss most in their lives. The Wicked Witch of the West is the only thing that could stop them. Director: Victor Fleming Cast: Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr, Jack Haley, Billie Burke, Margaret Hamilton, Charley Grapewin Your whole party must enter the seating area at once. Please note that seating is limited, and guests will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Once capacity is reached, the seating area will be closed.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Tour | Midtown Historical Architecture Tour (Jane's Walk)
Guides lead a walking tour focusing on iconic buildings in the area, focusing on historical architecture.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | New York Philharmonic Leads Exploration into Music and Wellness
Whether you are curious about the wellness benefits of music, seek calm, or hope to be part of an expansive listening community, this gathering will leave you more attuned, present, and inspired. Musicians from the New York Philharmonic perform in an event facilitated by wellness expert Oneika Mays and a professional from Northwell Health. The program will be followed by an instrument tryout session led by New York Philharmonic Teaching Artists.
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Play New Games & Make New Friends
Play your favorite contemporary board games! Featured games include but are not limited to Chameleon, Wavelength, Avalon, Parade, Splendor, Century Spice Road, Mountain Goats, No Thanks, Codenames, Werewords, Spyfall, Azul, Letter Jam, Dixit, In Kahootz, and Captain Sonar. A new game will be selected each week.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park (1993): Sci-Fi Action Film
This Oscar-winning masterpiece invites you to a remote island where billionaire John Hammond has done the impossible: resurrected living dinosaurs. Paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant, paleobotanist Dr. Ellie Sattler, and mathematician Dr. Ian Malcolm are among the first guests, but their initial wonder soon gives way to terror. When a security breakdown unleashes the mighty Tyrannosaurus Rex and cunning Velociraptors, the visitors must scramble to survive the chaos. A brilliant blend of science fiction, adventure, and suspense, Jurassic Park remains a thrilling experience for audiences of all ages, proving that life finds a way - whether man is ready for it or not. Director: Steven Spielberg Cast: Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Richard Attenborough, Bob Peck, Martin Ferrero, BD Wong Steven Spielberg is an American film director, writer, and producer. A major figure of the New Hollywood era and pioneer of the modern blockbuster, he is the most commercially successful director of all time. He is the recipient of various accolades, including three Academy Awards, two BAFTA Awards, and four Directors Guild of America Awards, as well as the AFI Life Achievement Award in 1995, the Kennedy Center Honor in 2006, the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2009, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015. Seven of his films have been inducted into the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as "culturally, historically or aesthetically significant."
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Festival | Vintage-Style Circus (Clowns, Jugglers, Acrobats, & More)
This vintage-inspired circus features an eclectic mix of clowns, jugglers, wire walkers, acrobats, aerialists, and more--delivering high-flying fun for the whole family.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Most Watched International Sporting Events on the Big (30-foot!) Screen Outdoors: Baseball & Horseracing
Today's Schedule:
1:35 pm - 4:30pm MLB- NYY vs Baltimore
4:30pm - 8:00pm Kentucky Derby
*Scheduled programming subject to change. Seating is open to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. Wells Fargo customers receive priority seating.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:35 pm
Free
Free
Play | UNSUPERVISED AND UNRULY: Comedy on Adolescence
"Welcome to Kinesthetic Youth Solutions (K.Y.S. for short), a spiritually enlightened, emotionally immersive camp for young women - and Derrick. Using kinesiotherapy, tactile art therapy, and, most importantly, puppet play, our methodology hopes to help these children achieve total internal awareness and balance. Over the course of our two-week program, six children and three teenage counselors will experience the highs and lows of adolescence. Will these teens and tweens learn to work through their issues with themselves and each other, or succumb to their demons and destroy each other?" Devised by: Dune Streeter, Iona McKidd, Isabella Graziadei, Lebron Kenney, Mckenna Flekman, Pinhsien Chen, Sadie Redmond, Sariya Sealey, and Tess Johnstadt. Director: Ana Margineanu Cast: Dune Streeter, Iona Mckidd, Isabella Graziadei, Lebron Kenney, McKenna Flekman, Pinhsien Chen, Sadie Redmond, Sariya Sealey, Tess Johnstadt
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Young Adult (2011): Comedy-Drama with Charlize Theron
An author bonds with a former high-school classmate when she returns to her hometown in hopes of reliving her glory days. Director: Jason Reitman Cast: Charlize Theron, Patton Oswalt, Patrick Wilson, Elizabeth Reaser Charlize Theron is a South African and American actress and producer. One of the world's highest-paid actresses, she is the recipient of an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award. In 2016, Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
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
Tour | Explore Collection Which Features Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and More
Join these guided tours every Friday and Saturday at 2 PM to explore a museum's history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. Led by educators, the tours last 45-60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Exploring Dissent through Literature: resistance, Freedom, & Autocracy
Enjoy a conversation with three authors whose books examine clashes, from China to Hong Kong to Russia, and their aftermath, searching for answers to riddles of our politicized times: Ha Jin’s Looking for Tank Man, Gigi L. Leung’s Everyday Movement (tr. Jennifer Feeley), and Svetlana Satchkova’s The Undead: A Novel of Modern Russia. Moderated by Gloria J. Browne-Marshall, author of A Protest History of the United States, this discussion will surface the costs and necessities of dissent. What can novels tell us about the confrontation between freedom and autocracy? What does heroism look like in our daily lives—at home and in the streets—and how are acts of resistance remembered?
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Music on the Water: Carnegie Hall-Featured Pianist Performs Modern Latin American Pieces
Ana Lourdes Rodriguez, piano. Program: Ignacio Cervantes (1847-1905) 35 Cuban Danzas Ana Rodriguez (1980-) Dream Fragments Ernesto Lecuona (1895-1963) Afro Cuban Danzas Ernesto Lecuona (1895-1963) From Suite Andalucia
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Award-Winning Graphic Novelists Contend with the Transformative Power of the Genre
This panel of graphic novelists will explore what makes them so powerful, and so popular, and will reveal the challenges and joys of their creative process. Graphic novels for young audiences of all ages—from beginning readers to sophisticated teenagers—have become the fastest growing sector of publishing. Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of the National Book Award finalist YA memoir about the complexities of family addiction, Hey, Kiddo, as well as the Lunch Lady series for younger readers, will lead the conversation. He will be joined by Jennifer and Matthew Holm, author and illustrator, respectively, of the Babymouse series for very young readers about a spirited, imaginative mouse managing school, friendships, and daily life, and the popular middle-grade Sunny series; Huda Fahmy, author/illustrator of Yes, I’m Hot in This and Huda F Wants to Know?, novels that explore identity and coming-of-age as a Muslim-American teenager; and Robin Ha, author/illustrator of the Korean folklore-reimagining The Fox Maidens, as well as the memoir Almost American Girl, which looks at immigration and feminism via her Korean heritage.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free
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Discussion | Bestselling Author Amitava Kumar & Others Discuss American History & Survival
Bestselling and critically acclaimed author Amitava Kumar (My Beloved Life) leads writers Leila Aboulela, Mohammed Hanif, and Nino Haratischwili in a discussion about capturing pivotal moments in a nation's history and exploring questions of witness, survival, and whose lives are valued.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free
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Book Discussion | Black Poets Share How Their Poetry Explores Blackness, Past & Present
Nigerian-American poet and writer Hafizah Augustus Geter (The Black Period) leads a discussion with lauded poets about their reckonings with history, blackness, and belonging in different cultural contexts, and the art of poetry. Poetry brings a personal, emotional, and artistic lens to the historical record. It can bridge the past and present, offering startling insights and unexpected connections. D.M. Aderibigbe traverses poetic forms in 82nd Division to create a love song to his native Nigeria while exploring the imprint of British colonialism. In Gestuary (tr. Nancy Naomi Carlson), Sylvie Kandé offers a collection of gestures that fracture the flow of time, from Senegalese riflemen in World War I to contemporary migrants protesting immigration policies. In Heed the Hollow, Malcolm Tariq explores Blackness, sexuality, and the American South, where queer desire and ancestral voices converge to reckon with histories of trauma, memory, and longing.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Discover Work from International, Emerging Filmmakers: Day 1
Enjoy diverse films from students all over the world. Come celebrate all of the films!
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free
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Workshop | Queer Poetry Celebration: Write & Share (All Levels Welcome)
This event is a workshop where attendees will read, write, and celebrate queer poetry. The group will spend the first 90 minutes reading and writing new work, and the rest of the meeting will be used for personal introductions and sharing works. Bring your authentic selves, your best (or worst!) poems, and a love for the written word. Open to all experience levels.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free
Free
Party | Roller Rink Party with Live DJ
Get ready to roll into the excitement at an outdoor skate circle. With live DJs spinning the tunes, is as much fun to watch as it is to join! Whether you're a seasoned skater or just starting out, bring your own skates and get ready to groove with roller dancing. All skill levels are welcome. This is a family-friendly atmosphere perfect for all ages. Children under 14 must wear helmets for safety.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:45 pm
Free
Free
3:00 pm
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3:00 pm
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Jazz | Ethan Nunez Septet: An Afternoon of Bold, High-energy Jazz
With trombone-driven arrangements at its core, Ethan Nunez Septet blends a powerful horn section and tight-knit rhythm section to deliver original music and spontaneous improvisation Featuring Ethan Nunez and Eli Lake on trombone, Matthew Mahoney on trumpet, Cayden Cousins on baritone saxophone, Adam Jovert on piano, Joshua Roman on bass, and Jeremy Delgado-Cruz on drums.
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3:00 pm
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3:00 pm
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Performance | FEMM: Feminist Drama by Emerging Playwright
A museum for its patrons and a prison for its relics, FEMM is a place where women who behave outside of the patriarchal status quo are kept for their own safety. When Char is admitted to the “hysterics exhibition,” she meets four women who have been kept there for longer than they can remember—Ginny, an emotionally volatile recluse who touts complacency but is secretly manipulating her way to escape; Zee, an excitable harpy prone to fits of ecstasy; Via, an apathetic lover of morbidity; and Opi, who often gets lost in familiar places and speaks in strange hallucinogenic riddles. As Char enters their realm, she begins to discover a community among the madwomen, but pushes them to begin exposing the injustices of the emporium. Written by Zoe Stanton-Savitz.
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3:30 pm
Free
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Book Discussion | The Challenges of Writing New York CIty, Explored by Published Authors
In this discussion held against the backdrop of New York City on the festival’s outdoor stage, author and critic Hamilton Cain (This Boy’s Faith) will speak with writers about crafting a city as myth, metaphor, and reality. Cities live in our imaginations as sites of possibility. Self-transformation, unexpected encounters, and unforeseen opportunities are all within reach. In the novels of Amanda Lee Koe (Sister Snake), Sam Sussman (Boy From the North Country), and Gary Shteyngart (Vera, or Faith), cities are characters in their own right. In Koe’s retelling of the Chinese folktale “The Legend of the White Snake,” two sisters who are ancient snakes in human form navigate the constrictions and freedoms of Singapore and New York City. Sussman’s protagonist is drawn into his mother’s stories of late nights with Bob Dylan in her third-floor Manhattan walk-up. In Vera, or Faith, as the rest of the United States devolves into an authoritarian state, New York City struggles to remain a sanctuary of liberal values.
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3:30 pm
Free
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Jazz | Community Jazz Evening in the Park
For one unforgettable evening, hear the park in a jazz tempo. Enjoy a music-filled celebration and experience: open, welcoming, and joyful! Jazz was born in community—and that spirit lives here. Clap, sway, and settle into the groove under a spring sunset. Bring something comfortable to sit on, such as a blanket or yoga mat. Please note that chairs are not permitted on the green.
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4:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Deep Field: Sculpture, Space, and Perception of Light
Be the first to see a solo exhibition of new sculptural works by Alyson Shotz in plated steel, glass, paper, and wood. Drawing on natural and scientific phenomena, Shotz creates works that shift with light and vantage point, dissolving the boundaries between solidity and perception. The exhibition references the Hubble Deep Field image as a metaphor for slowed observation. The featured installation uses thousands of iridescent steel discs that continually change color and depth, evoking shifting celestial, molecular, and cosmic forms.
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4:00 pm
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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
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Book Discussion | How Comedic Writing Addresses Difficult Topics, with Bestselling Authors
Moderated by writer and arts administrator Jared Jackson, this discussion will explore the craft of writing comedy that stings and how humor can illuminate betrayal, grief, and the messiness of life. Writing a funny novel might be the hardest trick in fiction, but these writers make it look easy. Katie Yee and Benedict Nguyễn lead a discussion about writing novels that tackle painful and complicated topics—and are hilarious. In Maggie; or A Man and a Woman Walk Into a Bar, Yee spins gold from heartbreak when a Chinese American woman’s husband leaves her for a white woman named Maggie. In Hot Girls with Balls, Nguyễn serves up a hilarious setup—two trans women, star-crossed lovers, playing on competing sides of a professional men’s indoor volleyball league.
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4:30 pm
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Book Discussion | Multi-Genre Writers Explore Queerness, Masculinity, & Class
Together, writers will discuss the different ways queer lives unfold across continents and cultures. Definitions of queerness and masculinity shift across cultures, often shaped and enforced by class. Palestinian writer Tareq Baconi reflects on his childhood best friend, the boy he loved while growing up in Jordan, in his memoir Fire in Every Direction, set against the backdrop of his family's history of dispossession. Afro-Dominican writer Alejandro Heredia's novel Loca follows a queer Dominican immigrant processing trauma from his past in the Dominican Republic while navigating the financial and emotional precarity of his experience in the US. Moderating the conversation is Thomas Page McBee, whose memoir Amateur chronicles his training for a charity boxing match as he interrogates the cultural scripts of masculinity, aggression, and gender as a trans man.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
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Classical Music | Young Concert Artists Prize Winning Violinist Performs Beethoven & More: Open Rehearsal + Q&A
One of today’s most acclaimed violinists, Randall Goosby, and piano collaborator Zhu Wang play Beethoven’s Spring Sonata plus works by Harry Burleigh, Dvorak, Debussy, and Amy Beach. Please note: The free event is the open rehearsal from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. Paid tickets are also available for the following concert.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
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Museums | First Saturdays: Spring Blossoms and AAPI Heritage - Art, Literature, and Performance Celebration
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with an evening of art, literature, music, and performance inspired by renewal and seasonal transformation. This edition of First Saturdays draws on the imagery of spring blossoms and the contemplative atmosphere of the Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room, offering a space for reflection, inspiration, and cultural exchange.
Featuring artists from Asian American and Pacific Islander diasporas in Brooklyn and beyond, the program showcases diverse creative voices through live performances, readings, and interactive art experiences.
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Opening Reception | Pleasure, Consumption, and Pop Culture: Paintings by Walter Robinson
This exhibition features paintings by Walter Robinson that explore desire, consumer culture, and the psychology of pleasure. Blending the visual language of Pop Art with a critical edge, his work examines how identity and meaning are shaped through commodities and mass media. Balancing irony and empathy, Robinson’s paintings transform everyday indulgences into reflective, often subversive images, capturing the tension between attraction and critique in a culture driven by consumption.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | Economics Expert Guides You through Personal Finance
Economics Ph.D. Chitra Marti provides accessible guidance on managing your personal finances, demystifying retirement, savings, spending habits, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Jazz | R&B & Pop with Jazz Roots: Soulful, Cinematic Vocals
Anna Siciliano performs jazz influenced by those who classic genres into something completely new. Amy Winehouse, Frank Ocean, and Cleo Sol all have genre bending sounds that are reminiscent of Anna Siciliano's unique voice. Blending R&B and pop with unmistakable jazz roots, the New York-born artist of Italian heritage pairs rich harmonic textures with soulful, cinematic vocals--at once vulnerable, artful, and distinct.
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Screening | Ghost in the Machine (2026): Artifical Intelligence Documentary (+ Filmmaker Discussion)
Ghost in the Machine exposes the buried history of artificial intelligence, not as a neutral system of algorithms, but as a technology shaped by racism, misogyny, and entrenched structures of power. Rejecting the notion of AI as inevitable or objective, the documentary traces how myths of progress and efficiency have obscured deeper political and cultural agendas, revealing the ideological foundations beneath the systems now rapidly reshaping modern society. This film is not about machines. It is about power. Ghost in the Machine interrogates who builds AI, who benefits from it, and who bears the cost. Director: Valerie Veatch The screening will be followed by a discussion of the film, with Veatch in conversation with McKenzie Wark, Ezekiel Dixon Román, and Jessie Daniels.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Play | UNSUPERVISED AND UNRULY: Comedy on Adolescence & Mental Health
"Welcome to Kinesthetic Youth Solutions (K.Y.S. for short), a spiritually enlightened, emotionally immersive camp for young women - and Derrick. Using kinesiotherapy, tactile art therapy, and, most importantly, puppet play, our methodology hopes to help these children achieve total internal awareness and balance. Over the course of our two-week program, six children and three teenage counselors will experience the highs and lows of adolescence. Will these teens and tweens learn to work through their issues with themselves and each other, or succumb to their demons and destroy each other?" Devised by: Dune Streeter, Iona McKidd, Isabella Graziadei, Lebron Kenney, Mckenna Flekman, Pinhsien Chen, Sadie Redmond, Sariya Sealey, and Tess Johnstadt. Director: Ana Margineanu Cast: Dune Streeter, Iona Mckidd, Isabella Graziadei, Lebron Kenney, McKenna Flekman, Pinhsien Chen, Sadie Redmond, Sariya Sealey, Tess Johnstadt
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Dance Performance | Contemporary Dance Works Inspired by Progress in Choreography
Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, The New School, "home to one of the more progressive collegiate dance departments in New York" (The New York Times), offers a distinctive undergraduate dance experience centered on recent developments in the field. Featuring works by Donna Uchizono and Jasmine Hearn, along with student-created work from Juliette Mapp's time-based performance senior seminar. All choreography will be performed by students of the Eugene Lang College Contemporary Dance Program.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | Emerging Latine Artists Perform Diverse Works: From Contemporary to Neo-Classical
This event showcases some of the most compelling Latine artists working at the intersection of contemporary, experimental, and neo-classical music. This boundary-defying concert presents bold new pieces that celebrate the richness and complexity of Latine cultures, and highlights artists whose work expands the narrative of what Latine music can be, honoring diverse musical traditions while exploring new sonic futures. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Performance | Archives in Motion: Improvisation & Collective Creation in a Historic Site
Archives in Motion is a site-specific performance created and staged in a historic gymnasium—one of the first basketball courts in the United States. Led by faculty member Irina Kruzhilina, the project brings together performers to engage with the physical, historical, and social layers of the site. Drawing from materials found in the archives, the performance emerges through a process of research, improvisation, and collective creation.
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Play | Limitrophe: Apocalypstic Drama by Emerging Playwright
What can you build on a territory that has been reduced to ruins? On the edge of a border harbor, under a cloche, there aren’t many souls left living. Yet, THE GRAPEVINE narrates NEREO’s arrival to this terrible territory on Suspension Sunday. By chance (or not), he gets hired as a handyman at the Borrodale country house. There, in the middle of debris, are surviving THE BARONESS OF BORRODALE and JACKIE, childhood allies and accomplices. At first blush, the young man’s presence sows discord, friction, and jealousy between the two. At second blush, it also reveals the devastation of their past, and the limits of their future. Written by: Flavie Philipon
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Concert | A Steel Band Celebration of Trinidad & Tobago!
The concert by NYU Steel features an array of standard and contemporary works, joined by special guest artists from within the vibrant steel pan community. NYU Steel is an ensemble dedicated to the history, music, and culture of Trinidad and Tobago.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Classical Music | Diverse Choral Works Performed by 3 Distinct Vocal Ensembles
An evening of vocal performances from the NYU Chorale, Black Music Ensemble, and World Voices Collective. Three ensembles, representing diverse choral traditions, each offering a distinctive sound and cultural expression.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | Viola Works by J.S. Bach, Amy Beach, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Miranda Lucas, viola. Program: Fernando Arroyo Lascurain Novel Voices J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Partita No. 2, BWV 1004 Amy Beach (1867-1944) (arr. Roger Hannay) Sonata
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Classical Music | Violin Pieces by Clara Schumann, Poulenc, & Schubert (In Person AND Online!)
Aram Kim, violin. Program: Clara Schumann (1819-1896) Three Romances for Violin and Piano, Op. 22 Francis Poulenc (1899-1963) Sonata for Violin and Piano, FP. 119 Franz Schubert (1797-1828) Fantasy for Violin and Piano in C Major, D. 934
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Open Studios | Pilot Light: Endurance, Care, and Sustained Artistic Practice
This group exhibition brings together new and recent works by Bre Andy, Praise Fuller, Gerald Lovell, Devin N. Morris, Nickola Pottinger, Curtis Talwst Santiago, and Taylor Simmons, spanning painting, sculpture, and installation.
Framed as a meditation on endurance rather than spectacle, the exhibition presents artistic practice as a sustained, life-giving force rooted in care, community, and persistence. As its title suggests, it centers on the quiet yet continuous “pilot light” that keeps creative work alive amid changing conditions.
New York City, NY; NYC
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