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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on July 19, 2025?

27 free events take place on Saturday, July 19 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 19 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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27 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, July 19, 2025

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Workshop | Art in the Park


Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of South Cove. An artist/educator will help participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Art&nbsp;in the Park

Workshop | Kayaking with View of Lower Manhattan


Want to go kayaking with a fantastic view of Lower Manhattan and the NYC harbor? Then you've come to the right place. Glide along the water this summer and fall in a protected embayment by kayaking! All levels are welcome, including first-time kayakers. Life vests and all equipment are provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. 20-minute timed slots.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Kayaking with View of Lower Manhattan

Workshop | Tai Chi in the Park led by Certified Instructor


Start your weekend with balance and clarity at this free Tai Chi Warm-Up Essentials class led by certified Universal Tao instructor Richard Anton Diaz. Open to all levels, this gentle yet effective practice helps improve posture, ease joint stiffness, sharpen mental focus, and reduce stress. Held weekly in the peaceful surroundings of nature, this outdoor class offers a restorative start to your Saturday—and simple tools to enhance your daily well-being. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Tai Chi in the Park led by Certified Instructor

Master Class | Learn African Drumming Techniques & Methods


Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Saturday morning drumming program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming techniques and methods. Drums provided, dancing welcome!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Learn African Drumming Techniques & Methods

Workshop | Catch-and-Release Fishing in the Park


Explore the wildlife teeming beneath the surface, home to over 200 fish species. This free catch-and-release program is open to all skill levels. Participants receive hands-on instruction and all necessary gear. Whether you're casting a line for the first time or you're a seasoned angler, this waterfront program offers a fun, educational way to connect with local ecology. Offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshops, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Catch-and-Release Fishing in the Park

Workshop | 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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Workshops, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Dance Fitness Class for All Ages

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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Museumss, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Jewish History: Centuries of Art

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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Workshops, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome

Classical Music | New Works & Classics with Juilliard Summer Music Students


This event is a concert featuring the talents of Juilliard Summer Music students, performing new works and classics! Each year, high school-aged musicians from around the world audition for the opportunity to live and study at Juilliard during the month of July, fully immersing themselves in an environment of live performance, intensive study, and artistic exploration. Participants in the program come to the school’s campus to be guided by world-renowned Juilliard faculty and guest artists, refining their skills while building meaningful connections with peers and mentors. Juilliard Summer Music is shaping the future of the performing arts by sharing our commitment to excellence and curiosity with our learning community and our audiences. Celebrate a joyful summer filled with music and inspiration! Seating is first-come first-served. Just show up!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Concerts, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, New Works & Classics with Juilliard Summer Music Students

Workshop | Samba Fitness Class 


Let the rhythm lift you in this energetic fusion of samba dance and functional fitness. A celebration of movement, culture, and community led by Marizete Browne and rooted in the vibrant rhythms of Brazil, this class is specially curated to enhance cardiovascular health, coordination, and full-body strength. As you relieve stress and embrace the power of movement, you will strengthen, tone, enhance agility, mobility, balance, and coordination! 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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11:00 am
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Workshops, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Samba Fitness Class&nbsp;

Fair | The Summer Outdoor Market Returns


Shop over 40 rotating vendors at this open-air market celebrating NYC's independent makers and artists. Discover handcrafted jewelry, home goods, apparel, art, artisanal foods, and more. Enjoy cocktails, lawn games, and a lively summer atmosphere--perfect for a weekend day trip.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Fairs, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, The Summer Outdoor Market Returns

Workshop | Origami Meet-Up


This event is for people to come together and share in the beautiful art of Origami--an ancient art of folding various mediums, most commonly paper. The word comes from the combination of the Japanese verb oru (to fold) and the noun kami (paper). Other materials often folded are fabric, wire mesh, sheet metal, tissue, thin plastic, cardboard, and straws.This group meets to teach each other new models and share paper, books, and tips. This meeting iopen to all level of folders from beginner to advanced. There will be free paper available to share. You may choose to bring your own paper and books and just show up and fold! If you have models you would like to learn, or teach, let the organizers know, and they will try our best to accommodate.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Origami Meet-Up

Tour | Explore Hidden Worlds Through Nature and Discovery


Drop in for free open hours and investigate monthly educational themes. Observe local marine life in a 250-gallon aquarium, explore a large-scale park model, dive into crafts and reading, and more. Guided by expert educators, visitors of all ages are invited to uncover the hidden stories of the environment through hands-on activities and self-led exploration.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tours, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Explore Hidden Worlds Through Nature and Discovery

Party | Play Contemporary 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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Partys, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Play Contemporary Games & Make New Friends

Film | Rain Man (1988): Road Comedy-Drama with Dustin Hoffman & Tom Cruise


A self-centered man learns he has an autistic older brother he never knew about after their father dies and leaves the older brother the bulk of his multi-million dollar estate. Director: Barry Levinson Cast: Dustin Hoffman, Tom Cruise, Valeria Golino Dustin Hoffman is one of the key actors in the formation of New Hollywood. Hoffman is known for his versatile portrayals of antiheroes and emotionally vulnerable characters. He is the recipient of numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, five Golden Globe Awards, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. Tom Cruise is one of the world's highest-paid actors. He's received three Golden Globe Awards and has been nominated for an Academy Award four times. His films have grossed over $4 billion in North America and over $11.5 billion worldwide, making him one of the highest-grossing box-office stars of all time.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Films, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Rain Man (1988): Road Comedy-Drama with Dustin Hoffman & Tom Cruise

Concert | Music on the Water: Lincoln Center-Featured Pianist Performs Ragtime Tunes


Richard Dowling, piano, performs selections by Scott Joplin, the "King of Ragtime".
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Music on the Water: Lincoln Center-Featured Pianist Performs Ragtime&nbsp;Tunes

Play | Shakespeare in the Fresh Air: Richard II


He is the king, anointed and absolute. But Richard II is also a man consumed by a weakness that could tear England apart. As tensions rise and factions form, those closest to him face an impossible choice: stand by their flawed king or risk a century of bloodshed. Where does personal loyalty end and national duty begin? Cast: Sophia Aranda, Emily Ann Banks, Jordan Allen Bell, Isabella Chang, Nicholas-Tyler Corbin, Will DeVary, Allison Fletcher, Chris Harcum, Tasha Milkman, Dave Quinones, Coleman Shu-Tung, Tarantino Smith, Shannon Stowe, and Mark Eugene Vaughn Wheelchair accessible.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Plays, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Shakespeare in the Fresh Air: Richard II

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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Museumss, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco, and Others

Tour | Explore one of New York's Iconic Library Buildings


Explore NYPL’s largest circulating branch in a guided tour. Designed to inspire, building highlights include: The only free, publicly accessible rooftop terrace in Midtown A dramatic “Long Room” with 42-foot-high atrium offering five levels of open, browsable book stacks Commissioned public art celebrating creativity and curiosity
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tours, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Explore one of New York's Iconic Library Buildings

Movie in a Park | Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story (2024): Outdoor Documentary Screening & Music Performance


A special night of film, Hip-Hop, and reggae under the stars. Catch a screening of Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story, a documentary about the trailblazing dancehall DJ and singer, along with a music performance to be announced soon. Doors open at 3 PM. Please note: RSVPing helps you stay up-to-date on show info, but does not guarantee entry. Entry is first come first served.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Movie in a Parks, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story (2024): Outdoor Documentary Screening & Music Performance

Museums | Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary


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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Museumss, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary

Concert | Music on the Water: Lincoln Center-Featured Pianist Performs Ragtime Tunes


Richard Dowling, piano, performs selections by Scott Joplin, the "King of Ragtime".
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4:00 pm
Free
Concerts, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Music on the Water: Lincoln Center-Featured Pianist Performs Ragtime Tunes

Discussion | Dancing Experts Breakdown National Identity in Dance


Conceived in collaboration with Janete Da Silva, founder of the Silva Dance Company, this panel discussion highlights how Brazilian artists are reshaping ballet’s future, exploring the role of identity in shaping a dancer’s career. Moderated by the Executive Director of The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, Roberta Pereira, the confirmed panelists for this talk will include Brazilian-born Nayara Lopes, currently a principal dancer with the Philadelphia Ballet; Ingrid Silva, founder of the arts equity organization EmpowHer NY and originally from Rio de Janeiro; and Dylan Santos, an eleven-year veteran with Dance Theatre of Harlem and on Broadway in the smash-hit The Lion King. The conversation closes with an open audience question and answer session. Seating is first-come first-served. Just show up!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Discussions, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Dancing Experts Breakdown&nbsp;National Identity in Dance

Concert | Brazilian Singer-Songwriter Anelis Assumpcao


Brazilian singer-songwriter Anelis Assumpcao channels the socially critical, intellectually liberal, and culturally diverse perspectives of Sao Paolo DIY movement Vanguarda Paulistanta into her work. Assumpcao's music is a lively blend of jazz, funk, prog rock, dub reggae, samba and pop, all held aloft by her sinewy, melodic voice. Assumpcao's art synthesizes the ancestry of the Afro-Brazilian people, presenting their authentic experience through words and rhythms. She has released four albums, a children's book, and numerous singles and noteworthy collaborations, establishing herself as one of the most important artists of her generation. 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
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Brazilian Singer-Songwriter Anelis Assumpcao

Concert | Sunset Music on the Water: Spontaneous Sounds of the Mediterranean & Middle Eastern


Prinkipo is an ensemble based in New York City that blends the musical traditions of the Mediterranean and the Middle East. The ensemble includes Fuat Caner Tokgozol on oud, Gilbert Mansour on percussion, Ozlem Rozanitis on vocals, Sal Mamudoski on clarinet, Dila Oktay on kemenche, and Bashar Farran on bass. Their repertoire showcases a rich blend of maqams, rhythms, and various musical traditions from these regions, including rebetiko, traditional folk, and classical music. Their music is a collection of traditional melodies, passed down through generations and shared across the Eastern Mediterranean. These songs serve as living narratives, woven into the collective heritage of these regions, forming a rich sound atlas. Each performance is marked by expressive solos and spontaneous musical conversations. Each performance is marked by expressive solos and spontaneous musical conversations. As a multicultural ensemble, Prinkipo’s sound is a celebration the timeless power of music to unite people. Recently, Prinkipo has gained recognition through captivating performances, including performances at Drom, Barbes, Hidirellez Festival, and Make Music New York. The ensemble aims to bring communities together, celebrating the diversity of their musical traditions while exploring new creative paths.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Sunset Music on the Water: Spontaneous Sounds of the Mediterranean & Middle Eastern

Concert | Latin Grammy-Winning Singer-Songwriter Liniker (In Person AND Online!)


Born in the countryside of Sao Paulo, the bold and groundbreaking superstar, singer-songwriter Liniker is proving that you don't have to choose between changing the world or charting hits. Honored as an "Immortal" by the Brazilian Academy of Culture, cast in a star role in the Amazon Prime Video series Manhas de Setembro, and winner of the Latin GRAMMY for Best Portuguese Language Popular Music Album (making her the first transgender artist to ever win a Latin GRAMMY), Liniker's resume speaks for itself. Liniker originally made her mark on the Brazilian music scene as the bandleader of Liniker e os Caramelows, singing a fusion of samba, pop, soul, jazz, dub reggae, R&B and cabaret torch songs. Her sophomore solo LP, 2024's CAJU, was a major winner at the 2024 Multishow Awards, deemed by the culture journal escutai to be "diverse, dynamic, plural, orchestral, psychedelic... a mix of the many parts of the grand whole that is Liniker." There are three 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. 3. The performance will be streamed live for free on the linked web page.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free
Concerts, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Latin Grammy-Winning Singer-Songwriter Liniker (In Person AND Online!)

Dancing | Silent Disco: Brazilian, African, House, and Disco


It's time to turn up the volume and get down on the dance floor! DJ and record collector Mari Mac Dowell, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro and currently residing in Brooklyn, spins an electric set. Her expansive collection of Brazilian, African, house, and disco records make all her sets energetic, percussive, and full of unique grooves. Mari has played at several clubs in the city such as Public Records, Mood Ring and Jupiter Disco; and she currently has a residency at ACE Hotel in Manhattan. 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
9:00 pm
Free
Dancings, July 19, 2025, 07/19/2025, Silent Disco: Brazilian, African, House, and Disco
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