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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on July 11, 2025?
23 free events take place on Friday, July 11 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 July 11 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 July . 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 July 11, 2025?
23 free events take place on Friday, July 11 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 July 11 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 July . 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!
23 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, July 11, 2025
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Workshop | Outdoor Tai Chi for All Ages
Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of all ages.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
Free
Free
Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum
Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum explores the enormous impact of posters on society and culture, and how they have been adapted to contemporary use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it provides a space for inquiry for all those interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the aim of improving design literacy among the general public.
Posters explore:
mass communication and persuasion
the intersection of art and commerce
control of the public domain
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Zumba Class for All-Levels
Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
Free
Free
Museums | Asian Art and Culture Museum
The museum features a diverse collection of artworks, including traditional and contemporary pieces from various Asian cultures. 2 pm: guided tour.
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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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Piano in the Park: NPR-Featured Musician
Come on down and swing along to the best ragtime, stride, and jazz the Big Apple has to offer. Jazz pianist Jon Weber has recorded and toured all over the world, winning numerous accolades for performance and composition, and scoring extensively for television since 1987. He's at once an exceptional musician as well as a gifted historian and storyteller, and, above all, a true piano polymath. Jon stepped in to host NPR's Piano Jazz radio program, the station's longest-running cultural program, following host Marian McPartland's retirement; The Wall Street Journal sung Jon’s praises: "Most frequently seen across New York as the accompanist to any singer lucky enough to hire him, Jon Weber is best known to the rest of the country as the worthy successor to the late Marian McPartland on the NPR staple Piano Jazz." “Immensely gifted.” “Formidable talent.” “Phenomenal.” “Essential.” - The New York Times
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | Kinds of Kindness (2024): Black Comedy-Drama Anthology Film with Emma Stone from Yorgos Lanthimos
Three stories revolve around a man who tries to take control of his own life, a policeman whose wife seems like a different person, and a woman who searches for someone with a special ability. Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Cast: Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Willem Dafoe, Margaret Qualley, Hong Chau, Joe Alwyn Yorgos Lanthimos is an acclaimed Greek filmmaker, having received multiple accolades, including a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Lion, plus nominations for five Academy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. Lanthimos started his career in experimental theatre before directing film. He rose to prominence directing the psychological drama film Dogtooth (2009), which won the Un Certain Regard prize at the Cannes Film Festival and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Lanthimos transitioned to making English-language films with the black comedy The Lobster (2015), which earned him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, and the psychological thriller The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017). He received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Director and Best Picture for The Favourite and Poor Things, in addition to winning the Golden Lion for the latter. Emma Stone is an American actress and film producer. Over her career so far, she's earned such accolades as two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, and two Golden Globes. In 2017, she was the world's highest-paid actress and named by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Stone received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for playing a recovering drug addict in Birdman (2014) and Abigail Masham in The Favourite (2018). She won two Academy Awards for Best Actress for her roles as an aspiring actress in the romantic musical La La Land (2016) and a resurrected suicide victim in Lanthimos' comic fantasy Poor Things (2023). On television, she starred in the dark comedy miniseries Maniac (2018) and The Curse (2023).
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Unstrung Heroes (1995): Comedy-Drama Film
While trying to deal with his dying mother and distant father, a 12-year-old seeks solace in the company of his eccentric uncles. Director: Diane Keaton Cast: Andie MacDowell, John Turturro, Michael Richards, Maury Chaykin
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends
Freeform crafting and conversation! Bring your own project or choose something from the collection to work on. The organizers have materials for sewing, knitting, crochet, coloring, and paper crafts. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | Alto Knights (2025): Biographical Crime Drama with Robert De Niro
Based on the real-life bitter rivalry between the two top organized crime bosses in New York. Director: Barry Levinson Cast: Robert De Niro, Debra Messing, Cosmo Jarvis, Kathrine Narducci Robert DeNiro is an American actor who's known for collavorating with Scorsese. He's considered to be one of the most influential actors of his generation. De Niro has accrued many acheivements, 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
Free
Free
Museums | Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco, and Others
Explore the best items this museum has on display with this guided tour. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, antiquities, and more by world-famous artists.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | American History and Artifact Collections
Enjoy a stroll through galleries of an extensive collection of American art, learn about the history of New York and the USA. Last admission is at 7 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Workshop | Freeform Creative Workshop with Artistic Community
This event invites artists, poets, and musicians connect to practice mindfulness and artistry. As part of the evening, you're invited to participate in the Bala Wellness Art Social, where you can express yourself and connect with others through art, using provided kits and mood boards for inspiration. You'll have everything you need with fun icebreakers and a chance to tap into your inner child. Join this celebratory space for a summer evening of joy, healing, and inspiration curated by Lincoln Center's Poet-in-Residence, Mahogany L. Browne. Seating is first-come first-served. Just show up!
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Friday Evening at the Art/History Museum
This museum is an assemblage of illuminated, literary, and historical manuscripts, early printed books, and old master drawings and prints inside a historic building. Registration opens 7 days in advance & does sell out.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum
Enjoy art, drinks, special programming, music, city views, and more! Throughout the night, there will be a few "15-minute tours," highlighting different parts of the collection.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Play New Games like Blood on the Clocktower (BOTC)
Curious about a board game or looking to try something new? The Games Hosts will be teaching how to play a wide range of fun board games. Many come to play the social deduction game, Blood on the Clocktower (BOTC).
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum
Enjoy art, drinks, special programming, music, city views, and more! Throughout the night, there will be a few "15-minute tours," highlighting different parts of the collection.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Poetry Reading | Poetry Open Mic: Share Your Work or Listen to Emerging Writers
Participants can share their original work for up to five minutes. Space is limited to 15 readers; show up on time to get a slot!
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Family Fridays: The One-Move Card Game Challenge
Discover how a game with just one move and one rule can lead to rich patterns, surprising probabilities, and an unexpected twist! Using only a deck of cards, this interactive session turns simple gameplay into a room-wide mathematical adventure. Part of the Family Fridays series, this event invites families of all ages to explore hands-on math activities that spark curiosity and bring generations together through play and discovery.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Dancing | Live Music 1940s-Style Big Band: Learn To Swing Dance
When you take one of the greatest jazz vocalists of this generation and put her on stage with one of the world's premiere big bands, you get a night you'll never forget! During this special night, Catherine Russell will perform historic Louis Armstrong big band arrangements, newly restored by Jonokuchi, in partnership with the Louis Armstrong House Museum. You'll hear songs performed live for the first time since the 1940s! Arrive early for a warm-up DJ session and lesson from a dance instructor and you'll be ready to swing out on the dance floor. Trumpeter and bandleader Danny Jonokuchi's 17-piece band is one of the most popular dance ensembles on the jazz scene, conjuring up the height of Savoy Ballroom swing. GRAMMY winner and three-time nominee jazz vocalist Catherine Russell is a native New Yorker born into musical royalty. DJ set at 6:30 pm Dance lesson at 7:00 pm Live music at 7:30 pm There are two ways to access this free 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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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Music in the Park: "Imaginative" Orchestral Works with Bandoneon
Master bandoneon virtuoso Julien Labro--hailed as "a triple threat" (Chicago Tribune) for his brilliance as a performer, composer, and arranger--joins Brooklyn-based orchestra The Knights, conducted by Eric Jacobsen, for this performance in the park. Together, they deliver a vibrant program that blurs musical boundaries and invites audiences into a world of joyful exploration and unexpected connections. Defying genres and blazing trails through inspired collaboration, The Knights reimagine what an orchestral concert can be. Their performances radiate energy, spontaneity, and connection by fusing classical roots with global influences.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | A Multilingual Celebration of Inuit Culture
Experience the power and beauty of Elisapie live in concert—a vibrant evening of music performed in French, English, and Inuktitut. With deep roots in her Inuit heritage, the award-winning singer-songwriter brings stories of identity, resilience, and joy to the stage. Fresh off multiple wins at the 2024 ADISQ Gala and a Juno Award for Contemporary Indigenous Artist of the Year, Elisapie performs songs from her acclaimed album Inuktitut, reimagining rock and pop classics through the lens of her culture.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
Dancing | Silent Disco: Groovy Tunes from Back in the Day
It's time to turn up the volume and get down on the dance floor! head over to NYC's largest outdoor dance floor underneath our ten-foot disco ball. Experience music and DJs from around the world, spinning live at Lincoln Center straight to your high-fidelity headphones, distributed free on-site. Heather and Laura will keep you movin' and groovin' with tunes from back in the day, including the music of Motown and Stax, R&B, funk, and disco. 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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10:00 pm
Free
Free
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