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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on July 9, 2026?

16 free events take place on Thursday, July 9 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 9 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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16 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, July 9, 2026

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free events nyc Rio-Style Samba Circle with Brazilian Music Ensemble
free events nyc Resonant Bossa Nova & Musica Popular Brasileira
free events nyc Pele (2021): Biographical Documentary on Brazlian Soccer Star (Outdoors)
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Tour | New York City Hall Guided Tour


One of the oldest continuously used city halls in the nation that still houses its original governmental functions, New York's City Hall is considered one of the finest architectural achievements of its period. Constructed from 1803 to 1812, the building was an early expression of the City's cosmopolitanism. City Hall is a designated New York City landmark, and its rotunda is also a designated interior landmark. Note: When registering, choose the "Individual Tour" option.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tours, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, New York City Hall Guided Tour

Workshop | Learn the Art of Narrative Poetry: Immersion, Listening, & Creativity


Spoken-word poet and artist Abby Duran hosts a Narrative Poetry workshop! Get to know fellow participants in conversation, then compose a poem based on that conversation. This program's mission is to encourage poetry composition through active listening, breaking down the barriers that often obstruct the path of connection between people. Through the power of immersion, listening, and creativity, participants can find inspiration and camaraderie with fellow participants through their conversation and the subsequent poems created in this workshop.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Workshops, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Learn the Art of Narrative Poetry: Immersion, Listening, & Creativity

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
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Workshops, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome

Jazz | Live Jazz & Contemporary Music to Brighten Up Your Afternoon (Outdoors)


Come down to the park for lunch and let the musicians from The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music provide the soundtrack to your afternoon. Bistro tables and seating are provided for your enjoyment.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 pm
Free
Concerts, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Live Jazz & Contemporary Music to Brighten Up Your Afternoon (Outdoors)

Jazz | Piano in the Park: "Immensely Gifted" Entertainer


Come on down and swing along to the best jazz the Big Apple has to offer, with musician Jon Weber. “Immensely gifted.” “Formidable talent.” “Phenomenal.” “Essential.” - The New York Times 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. 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."
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concerts, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Piano in the Park: "Immensely Gifted" Entertainer

Film | Where the Sidewalk Ends (1950): Classic Film Noir with Gene Tierney


Film-noir drama about a New York City detective with a violent streak who gets involved in the accidental killing of a murder suspect and the subsequent cover-up, which leads to implicating an innocent cab driver. Director: Otto Preminger Cast: Dana Andrews, Gene Tierney, Gary Merrill Gene Tierney was an American stage and film actress. Acclaimed for her great beauty, Tierney was a prominent leading lady during the Golden Age of Hollywood. For her role in Leave Her to Heaven (1945), she earned a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress. Darryl F. Zanuck, co-founder of 20th Century Fox, said Tierney was "unquestionably, the most beautiful woman in movie history."
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Films, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Where the Sidewalk Ends (1950): Classic Film Noir with&nbsp;Gene Tierney

Workshop | Play Mah Jongg on the Plaza


Play Mah Jongg with players of all skill levels! Socials are hosted and organized by Linda Fisher, and players play the National Mah Jongg League style.  Participants are welcome to borrow equipment, or bring their own Mah Jongg sets. Mah Jongg lessons are currently unavailable at this time.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Workshops, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Play Mah Jongg on the Plaza

Film | Lola (1961): French Romantic Drama from Jacques Demy


Described by Demy as "a musical without music," a tale of crisscrossing lives in Nantes. A bored young man meets with his former girlfriend, now a cabaret dancer and single mother, and soon finds himself falling back in love with her. Director: Jacques Demy Cast: Anouk Aimée, Marc Michel, Alan Scott, Jacques Harden, Margo Lion Jacques Demy was a French filmmaker and lyricist. He appeared at the height of the French New Wave. Demy's films are celebrated for their visual style, which drew upon diverse sources such as classic Hollywood musicals, the plein-air realism of his French New Wave colleagues, fairy tales, jazz, Japanese manga, and the opera. His films contain overlapping continuity (i.e., characters cross over from film to film), lush musical scores (typically composed by Michel Legrand), and motifs like teenage love, labor rights, chance encounters, incest, and the intersection between dreams and reality. In French with English subtitles.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Films, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Lola (1961): French Romantic Drama from&nbsp;Jacques Demy

Workshop | Muay Thai Lessons: Hands-On Instruction To Improve Your Fitness


This summer, learn the fundamentals of Thai Boxing and kickboxing with Patrick Stout; starting with: stance, footwork, then moving on to offense, defense, and techniques. This is a great opportunity to receive hands-on instruction and hone your craft. Whether you’re looking to learn the fundamentals, improve your fitness, or challenge yourself with something new, the instructors will guide you every step of the way. Expect a dynamic mix of drills, conditioning, and technique. No experience is required.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Muay Thai Lessons: Hands-On Instruction To Improve Your Fitness

Concert | Rio-Style Samba Circle with Brazilian Music Ensemble


Gather your loved ones for an electrifying Roda de Samba with the New York-based Brazilian ensemble Regional Samauma. The group presents a vibrant tribute to samba, one of Brazil's most enduring musical traditions. Rooted in Afro-Brazilian community gatherings of early 20th-century Rio de Janeiro, the roda is more than a performance--it's a shared cultural experience where music, movement, and connection come to life. With guitars, cavaquinho, percussion, and communal singing, Regional Samauma brings the spirit of Rio's samba circles to New York City, inviting audiences to clap, sing, dance, and join the circle.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free
Concerts, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Rio-Style Samba Circle with Brazilian Music Ensemble

Workshop | Sunset Yoga in the Park


Sweet Water Dance & Yoga instructors lead a multi-level sunset yoga practice. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. Seating 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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6:30 pm
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Workshops, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Sunset Yoga in the Park

Concert | Resonant Bossa Nova & Musica Popular Brasileira


Representing the cultural tapestry of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, musician Alici takes the stage with her mission to join the serene sounds of her country with the gritty energy of the city. She draws from her upbringing split between Brazil, Seattle, and the UK to redefine the idea of what Brazilian music sounds like to a contemporary audience. Her soundscapes intertwine the sultry allure of bossa nova and MPB that crosses borders and resonates with listeners worldwide. 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 for all.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Resonant Bossa Nova & Musica Popular Brasileira

Screening | Pele (2021): Biographical Documentary on Brazlian Soccer Star (Outdoors)


Pulse-quickening archival footage and revelatory new interviews chart the larger-than-life ascent of the charismatic "King of Soccer," who led Brazil--then in the throes of political turmoil that would culminate in a U.S.-backed military dictatorship--to three World Cup championships. Directed by Ben Nichols and David Tryhorn. 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 for all.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free
Screenings, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Pele (2021): Biographical Documentary on Brazlian Soccer Star (Outdoors)

Dancing | Dance Along to the Sonic Spirit of Branzilian Forró Music


Baia Toca Forró highlights the work of acclaimed singer-songwriter Maurício Baia. With over 13 albums, and major festival performances, the Rio de Janeiro-based artist blends traditional sounds from Brazil with contemporary rock and pop. Baia's most recent album, Batidas do Coração, focuses on forró, a northeastern dance form and musical genre that centers on accordion, zabumba (bass drum), and metal triangle. Baia brings this Brazilian party to the dance floor in a forró concert featuring original works and classics by the genre’s leaders, such as Luiz Gonzaga and Alceu Valença. Come together and move to the sonic spirit of northeastern Brazil. 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 for all.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Dancings, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Dance Along to the Sonic Spirit of Branzilian Forr&oacute; Music

Play | Skakespeare's Othello: Tragedy of Betrayal


Shakespeare's searing tragedy of love, jealousy, power, and betrayal. Set in Venice and Cyprus, Othello follows the Moorish military commander Othello as he is manipulated by his ensign, Iago, into suspecting his wife Desdemona of infidelity. Written by William Shakespeare. Directed by Carl Cofield.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Plays, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Skakespeare's Othello: Tragedy of Betrayal

Dancing | Silent Disco: MoMA & SXSW-Featured DJ Spins Brazilian Samba, Boogie, & Electronic Beats 


This World Club DJ party features acclaimed Brazilian music producer and DJ Béco Dranoff. Dranoff has DJ’d special events at the Museum of Modern Art, SXSW, Cielo, and Abu Dhabi's Culture Summit. With over 30 years of music experience, Dranoff will bring a varied selection of Brazilian gems, both old and new, for a set that incorporates classic and contemporary Brazilian samba, boogie, and current electronic beats side-by-side with African and Caribbean flavors. In celebration of the athletes playing on sport's most popular stage, enjoy a DJ dance party made to move everyone together as one world. 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 for all.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Dancings, July 09, 2026, 07/09/2026, Silent Disco: MoMA & SXSW-Featured DJ Spins&nbsp;Brazilian Samba, Boogie, & Electronic Beats&nbsp;
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Performance | "Epic" True Story with Broadway Actor

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Theater | Storytelling at its Best from Far Away

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