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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on April 1, 2026?

16 free events take place on Wednesday, April 1 in New York City. Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides! Exciting, high quality, unique and off the beaten path free events and free things to do take place in New York today, tonight, tomorrow and each day of the year, any time of the day: whether it's a weekday or a weekend, day or night, morning or evening or afternoon, December or July, April or November! These events will take your breath away!

New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment. Check out April 1 and see for yourself. Summer or Winter, Spring or Fall! Just click on any day of the calendar above and you'll find most inspiring and entertaining free events to go to and free things to do on each day of April . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!

Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
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16 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Wednesday, April 1, 2026

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Workshop | Learn Simple Printmaking Techniques


Explore fun and simple printmaking techniques--such as screen printing, monographs, and collagraphs--with the guidance of an artist/ educator. All materials provided! All skill levels welcome!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshops, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Learn Simple Printmaking Techniques

Museums | New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity


This museum holds over 1,5 million artifacts, including photographs, paintings, decorative arts, costumes, and documents that tell the story of New York's development and its inhabitants. Explore the galleries and discover the rich history and vibrant culture of New York City!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Museumss, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity

Museums | Celebrate Chinese American Heritage & History


Step into a space dedicated to preserving, illuminating, and celebrating the rich history and contributions of Chinese in America. Connect with stories that inspire and bridge communities, honoring the legacy of generations who shaped the American narrative. Walk through galleries showcasing art, artifacts, and personal histories that reflect resilience, innovation, and cultural heritage.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Museumss, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Celebrate Chinese American Heritage & History

Museums | If Fashion is of Interest to You...


Best known for its innovation and award-winning exhibitions, the museum has a permanent collection of more than 50,000 garments and accessories dating from the eighteenth century to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Museumss, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, If Fashion is of Interest to You...

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:20 pm
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Concerts, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Afternoon Bach

Workshop | Adult Chorus Session Open to All


Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the year.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshops, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

Book Club | Discuss John Steinbeck's Cannery Row


Discuss Cannery Row by John Steinbeck with a group of like-minded readers! Book Description: "Cannery Row is a book without much of a plot. Rather, it is an attempt to capture the feeling and people of a place, the cannery district of Monterey, California, which is populated by a mix of those down on their luck and those who choose for other reasons not to live "up the hill" in the more respectable area of town. The flow of the main plot is frequently interrupted by short vignettes that introduce us to various denizens of the Row, most of whom are not directly connected with the central story. These vignettes are often characterized by direct or indirect reference to extreme violence: suicides, corpses, and the cruelty of the natural world.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Book Clubs, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Discuss John Steinbeck's&nbsp;Cannery Row

Museums | Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum


Internationally recognized as a premier museum and research center, this museum is known for its distinguished Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:30 pm
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Museumss, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum

Film | Martin Scorsese's Raging Bull (1980): Biographical Sports Drama with Robert DeNiro


The life of boxer Jake LaMotta, whose violence and temper led him to the top in the ring, destroyed his life outside of it. Director: Martin Scorsese Cast: Robert De Niro Martin Scorsese is an American film director who's considered one of the major figures of New Hollywood. He is the recipient of many major accolades, including an Academy Award, three Emmy Awards, a Grammy Award, and three Golden Globes. Five of his films have been inducted into the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as "culturally, historically or aesthetically significant." Robert DeNiro is an American actor who's known for collaborating with Scorsese. He's considered to be one of the most influential actors of his generation. De Niro has accrued many achievements, including two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe, and more. In 2009, De Niro received the Kennedy Center Honor. He was awarded a Presidential Medal of Freedom from U.S. President Barack Obama in 2016.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Films, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Martin Scorsese's Raging Bull (1980): Biographical Sports Drama with Robert DeNiro

Gallery Talk | Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum


Join a museum educator for a brief gallery talk tracing how a Gilded Age mansion was transformed into a world-class art museum.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Gallery Talks, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum

Lecture | Learn about Immigration Rights 


Learn about the movement for immigrant rights, which faces unprecedented challenges. Immigrant communities are strong and resilient, yet face a vast deportation machinery that constantly threatens the lives they have built in the United States. When the law is so often used as a tool of oppression, how can it be used as a tool for liberation? What role can lawyers play in supporting movements that seek to protect and advance immigrant rights? Professor Alina Das, Director of the Immigrant Rights Clinic at NYU Law School, will address these issues and share examples from her clinic’s advocacy on behalf of its clients and community partners. She will discuss the power and limitations of lawyering, and the importance of solidarity across movements and disciplines to achieve justice.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Lectures, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Learn about Immigration Rights&nbsp;

Screening | Pianoforte (2023): Polish Classical Music Documentary (+ Lecture)


Experience a screening of Pianoforte (2023), with an introductory lecture by Tony H. Lin.  Pianoforte (2023) is an award-winning documentary about the International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, one of the world’s most prestigious classical music events held every five years. Focusing on several contestants, the film offers a behind-the-scenes look at how young pianists prepare for—and cope with—the musical equivalent of the Olympics. In pursuit of musical glory, the performers undergo a process that is both inspiring and demoralizing, as only one competitor can ultimately win. Director: Jakub Piątek Lin’s remarks explore the founding of the Chopin Competition in 1927 and its storied history of launching some of the most renowned pianists of our time.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Screenings, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Pianoforte (2023): Polish Classical Music Documentary (+ Lecture)

Party | Board Games Meet-Up


Play a variety of board games, including Scrabble, Chess, Boggle, Bananagrams, Scattergories, and more! Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels are welcome. Studies have shown that playing board games can have positive effects on your mental, emotional, and physical health, including: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Partys, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Board Games Meet-Up

Author Reading | Susan Cheever Shares Her New Nonfiction Book, When All the Men Wore Hats


Hear a reading with Susan Cheever as she sits down with Luis Jaramillo to discuss her new book, When All the Men Wore Hats.  In When All the Men Wore Hats, Susan Cheever looks back on her father’s work and seeks to understand the connections between art and life. How did a bit of local gossip, a slice of Greek myth, and a new translation of Madame Bovary somehow become a brilliant gem like “The Country Husband” or “The Swimmer”?
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Author Readings, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Susan Cheever Shares Her New Nonfiction Book,&nbsp;When All the Men Wore Hats

Talk | Visual Artist/Filmmaker Ohan Breiding Shares about His Craft & Career


Hear from Ohan Breiding, a Swiss-American visual artist and filmmaker raised in rural Switzerland, whose work has been exhibited at MASS MoCA, Arts and Letters, Hesse Flatow, and more. They are the recipient of the NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship, Puffin Award, A.I.R. Fellowship, Hellman Award, Rema Hort Mann Emerging Artist Award and a DAAD Award. Breiding is an Assistant Professor in the Art Department at Williams College and is represented by Ochi Gallery, Los Angeles.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Talks, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Visual Artist/Filmmaker&nbsp;Ohan Breiding Shares about His Craft & Career
8:00 pm
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Concerts, April 01, 2026, 04/01/2026, Jazz and Classical Works at a Landmark Venue
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Complimentary Tickets

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Musical | Famous Musical with Broadway Director

Regular Price: $30
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Dance Performance | Irish Music and Dance at a Major Venue

Regular Price: $39.50
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Concert | Multi-Grammy Nominee and The Great American Songbook

Regular Price: $67
CFT Member Price: $0.00