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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on January 15, 2026?
21 free events take place on Thursday, January 15 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 January 15 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 January . 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.
Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on January 15, 2026?
21 free events take place on Thursday, January 15 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 January 15 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 January . 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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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!
21 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, January 15, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)
If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg
Mah-Jongg is a four-person tile game of skill, strategy, and luck! Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Attend a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own cards.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Film | Oklahoma! (1955): Classic Musical Film
In Oklahoma, several farmers, cowboys and a traveling salesman compete for the romantic favors of various local ladies. Director: Fred Zinnemann Cast: Gordon MacRae, Gloria Grahame, Gene Nelson, Charlotte Greenwood, Eddie Albert, James Whitmore
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Open Studios | Poetry & Voices Inspired by the Louvre
This week-long sonic installation brings together recorded poems by writers from around the world, each responding to the Louvre as a palace, a museum, and a cultural symbol. Featuring voices in multiple languages, the project presents an immersive listening experience that reflects on art, history, and shared humanity.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
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
Free
Free
Classical Music | Music Exploring Light & Shade (In Person AND Online!)
Conceived as a musical hymn to Apollo, the ancient Greek god of music and light, this program explores the notion of light and shade (chiaroscuro) translated to sound. Through sharp contrasts, rhapsodic vs. rhythmic dances, lamentation vs. celebration, and inner monologue vs. lively dialogue, the ensemble (Ben Katz, harpsichord, Dani Zanuttini-Frank, theorbo, Amanda Beranek, Baroque harp, and Jackie Hager and Nathan Francisco, violoncellos) searches out a magical middle ground, where time stops for a moment and ancient flames flicker once more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
Free
Free
Film | F1: The Movie (2025): Sports Drama with Brad Pitt
In the 1990s, Sonny Hayes was Formula 1's most promising driver until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, the owner of a struggling Formula 1 team convinces Sonny to return to racing and become the best in the world. Driving alongside the team's hotshot rookie, Sonny soon learns that the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone. Director: Joseph Kosinski Cast: Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Javier Bardem Brad Pitt is an American actor and film producer who has received various accolades, including two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, two Golden Globes, and a Primetime Emmy. As a public figure, Pitt has been cited as one of the most powerful and influential people in the American entertainment industry.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Discover the Colors of Korea
Curator Eleanor Hyun dives into the vibrant traditions and stories behind Korean artworks, offering fresh perspectives and hidden details. Note: Space is limited; first-come, first-served.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Hear from an Acclaimed Wildlife Photographer Speak about Her Craft
Acclaimed wildlife photographer and conservationist Melissa Groo leads attendees on an inspiring journey through her career. Melissa will share the story of how she moved from a beginner to a leading voice in wildlife conservation. You’ll learn how she became a professional photographer, hear about the exciting assignments she's worked on for major magazines, and discover how her love for taking pictures turned into crucial conservation advocacy. She'll also explain her commitment to ethical photography and show off some of her favorite camera gear. Come get inspired by Melissa's story and see how your photography can make a real difference in the world.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Next Up: Ripples: Multi-Artist Show Exploring Personal Histories and Collective Memories
The 14 artists in the exhibition Next Up: Ripples explore the porous boundaries between personal histories and collective memories by way of drawing, painting, printmaking, and photography. Distilling the patterns from nature, home, and childhood, the works on view find comfort in the past while evaluating the structures that aim to organize or contain these moments. While such arbitrary edges may provide emotions and histories with a sense of scale and shape, they cannot fully contain the expansiveness of nature and human life. At its best, generalization offers helpful labels for identification and community, but it can also perpetuate harmful stereotypes by those seeking to justify harsh judgment or ignorance. These artists evaluate the role of boundaries in their own lives, questioning the human inclination to delineate thresholds rather than build bridges to cross them. Through acts of imagination, thoughtful study, and playful depictions, the works on view represent shared pursuits of a more empathetic world.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Thursday Evening Exploring the Photography Museum
This museum is the world’s leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture. It was founded in 1974 to champion “concerned photography”—socially and politically minded images that can educate and change the world. Through its exhibitions, education programs, community outreach, and public programs, the museum offers an open forum for dialogue about the power of the image.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
$5, tickets required
$5, tickets required
Film | Stardust Memories (1980): Comedy-Drama
Deliberately invoking Fellini’s 8½, a filmmaker looks back on his attempts to deal with celebrity, fandom, the ups-and-downs of his own creative impulses, and his difficult relationships with women. Director: Woody Allen Cast: Woody Allen, Charlotte Rampling, Jessica Harper, Marie-Christine Barrault, Tony Roberts
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Gallery Talk | Art Exploring Indigenous Design and Kené
This discussion brings together artist Sara Flores and curator Manuela Moscoso to discuss Flores’s practice and the Shipibo tradition of kené, the intricate design system central to her culture’s cosmovision. Flores, a leading contemporary Indigenous artist, works across painting and textiles to explore memory, knowledge systems, and Amazonian worldviews. The program offers insight into her process and the cultural foundations that shape her work.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Multimedia, Multi-Artist Exhibition on Sensory Overload: Only a God Can Save Us
BFA Visual and Critical Studies presents Only A God Can Save Us, an exhibition of multi-media work curated by BFA Visual and Critical Studies student Dylan Smith and featuring the work of faculty member Joey Gonnella, Nicholas Sanchez, Chloe Lesser, and Sam Stewart. What role does appropriated imagery play in a world of sensory overload? In response to this question, four artists from Generation Z currently working with reappropriated imagery will exhibit works critically engaging with the contemporary image and its role, expounding upon the longstanding tradition of appropriation within contemporary art through the utilization of a distinctly poetic approach to tonality. Rather than seeking reflexive distance or an ironic gaze, the works showcased demonstrate a uniquely vulnerable and, at times, spiritual approach to the art of the found image.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | New Works Exploring Science, Systems, and Humor
This solo exhibition features new works by Mark Dion, whose practice explores and challenges the structures of science, education, and cultural institutions. Using found objects, sculpture, and works on paper, Dion employs the visual language of museums, field guides, and instructional diagrams, only to undermine their authority with humor and ambiguity. The exhibition includes drawings of animals that mimic educational illustrations, blending familiar images with elusive or unstable meanings. Striking a balance between wit and critique, Dion’s work questions how systems of knowledge are built and whether their promised logic and truth still apply today.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | The Final Dye-Transfer Prints: William Eggleston’s Last Works in Color
This exhibition presents the final dye-transfer photographs ever produced from images by William Eggleston, a pioneer of color photography. First embraced by Eggleston in the 1970s, the dye-transfer process is known for its rich saturation and precise tonal range. These works represent the last significant body of photographs created using this analog technique, offering a rare chance to see Eggleston's images as he originally envisioned them.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Vivid Landscapes and Portraits of the American West
This solo exhibition presents new paintings by British artist Billy Childish, whose work is known for its directness and expressive energy. The exhibition features landscapes and portraits depicting scenes from the western United States, including California’s Mojave Desert, Joshua Tree, and Lake Tahoe. Childish’s vivid, immediate style brings a raw and personal perspective to these American settings. Note: A poetry reading with the artist will begin at 7 PM.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Screening | An Autumn's Tale (1987): Hong Kong Romantic Drama
In An Autumn’s Tale, a young woman from Hong Kong travels to New York to join her boyfriend, only to be heartbroken when she discovers he is unfaithful. Depressed, she then develops an unexpected connection with her street-smart distant cousin, who helps her navigate life in 1980’s New York City. Free popcorn will be served, and a discussion will follow the screenings.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Author Edward McPherson Shares His New Book, Look Out
Author Edward McPherson sits down with fellow author Robert Sullivan to discuss his latest book, Look Out: The Delight and Danger of Taking the Long View. Look Out is an exploration of long-distance mapping, aerial photography, and top-down and far-ranging perspectives—from pre–Civil War America to our vexed modern times of drone warfare, hyper-surveillance at home and abroad, and quarantine and protest. Blending history, reporting, personal experience, and accounts of activists, programmers, spies, astronauts, artists, inventors, and dreamers, Edward McPherson reveals that to see is to control—and the stakes are high for everyone.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Book Club | Luddite Book Club: Hum by Helen Phillips
This Offline Book Club is a space for in-person conversation about the role technology plays in our world. Each month highlights a different book on the topic of technology’s impact on people's individual lives as well as society as a whole, followed by an open discussion to share recent experiences and observations. Hum: A Novel by Helen Phillips (2024) One of NYPL's Best Books of 2024. After losing her job to artificial intelligence, May takes her family on a three-night respite to the Botanical Garden, a rare green refuge, where her children come under threat, and she is forced to trust a robot to save them.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Comedy Club | Standup Show
Catch some of the best comedians at this free weekly stand-up show, featuring a lineup of rising stars and seasoned favorites. Past performers include Sheng Wang, Mark Normand, Dan Soder, Annie Lederman, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
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