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51 free events take place on Friday, July 31 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 31 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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51 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, July 31, 2026

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free events nyc Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum
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free events nyc Dance Festival with 5 of NYC's Most Acclaimed Dance Companies
free events nyc Orchestral Works by Brahms, William Grant Still, & More in Major Concert Hall
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Concert | Shaboozey LIVE: GRAMMY-Winning Vocalist (Outdoors)


A fun start to the day with this performance from country, Americana, and hip-hop vocalist Shaboozey. Fans on the General Admission line will be admitted if space permits. It's advised that you arrive early to join the line. Generally, concerts happen rain or shine. Check-in for those with fan passes is at 5:15 a.m. The start time is approximate. Photo ID required for entry. Generally, concerts happen rain or shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 am
Free
Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Shaboozey LIVE: GRAMMY-Winning Vocalist (Outdoors)

Workshop | Morning Yoga on the Plaza


Start your morning off balanced and refreshed with a yoga class led by local yoga instructors Mariah and Frances. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Morning Yoga on the Plaza

Workshop | Tai Chi (Outdoors)


Improve balance, strength, and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the harbor provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Tai Chi (Outdoors)

Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum


Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum examines the significant influence of posters on society and culture, and how they are adapted for modern use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it offers a space for inquiry for anyone interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the goal of enhancing design literacy among the general public. Works 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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Screening | Most Watched International Events on the Big (30-foot!) Screen Outdoors: Shark Week, Tennis, Baseball, & More


Today's Schedule: 10:00am - 11:00am Shark Week: Battle for Shark Mountain 11:00am - 12:00pm Shark Week: Air Jaws - Final Frontier 12:00pm - 2:00pm Tennis- Center Court Live 2:00pm - 5:00pm MLB- Yankees vs Chicago 5:00pm - 7:00pm Tennis- Center Court Live 7:00pm - 10:00pm ESPN Ocho: Redbull Flugtag, Ludwig's Streatmer Games, Roller Hockey, and Ball Hockey *Scheduled programming subject to change. Seating is open to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. Wells Fargo customers receive priority seating.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Screenings, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Most Watched International Events on the Big (30-foot!) Screen Outdoors: Shark Week, Tennis, Baseball, & More

Classical Music | Relaxed Open Rehearsal: Orchestral Works by Brahms, William Grant Still, & More in Major Concert Hall


The Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center performs a moving program expressing the enduring power of a mother's love, across time. William Grant Still's Mother and Child opens the evening with a tender portrait of love and quiet devotion. The program continues with the U.S. premiere of Jessie Montgomery's These Righteous Paths, an exploration of the composer's journey through grief following the loss of her mother five years ago. Anchoring the program is Johannes Brahms's radiant Symphony No. 2, whose warm lyricism--including the beloved melody later known as "Brahms's Lullaby"--brings the evening to a deeply satisfying close. Program: William Grant Still (1895-1978) Mother and Child Jessie Montgomery (1981-) These Righteous Paths (US Premiere) Johann Brahms (1833-1897) Symphony No. 2 Relaxed Performances are open to all, and especially welcoming for people with autism, sensory and communication disorders or learning disabilities.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Relaxed Open Rehearsal: Orchestral Works by Brahms, William Grant Still, & More in Major Concert Hall

Workshop | Zumba Workout for All


Enthusiastic instruction and easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography working on balance, coordination, and range of motion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Zumba Workout for All

Museums | Asian Art and Culture Museum


The museum features a diverse collection of artworks, including traditional and contemporary pieces from various Asian cultures. They typically have guided tours at 2 pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Asian Art and Culture Museum

Festival | Food Festival with Local Vendors


New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back. Enjoy a variety of eats and treats from local vendors.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Festivals, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Food Festival with Local Vendors

Workshop | Learn About Traditional Indigenous Games (Family Friendly)


Games are a vital part of Native community life. In this engaging and lively program, Museum Educators will introduce visitors to various games from different parts of the Americas and teach them how to play. Everyone is welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Learn About Traditional Indigenous Games (Family Friendly)

Workshop | Learn to Juggle in the Park


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 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Learn to Juggle in the Park

Jazz | Piano in the Park: "Dazzling" Kennedy Center-Featured Musician


Come on down and swing along to the best ragtime, stride, and jazz the Big Apple has to offer, with musician Isaac ben Ayala. "Both segments of this Stroman premiere were thoroughly enjoyed by the audience [and] Isaac ben Ayala was exceptionally dazzling on piano." - NYC Ballet Review Isaac ben Ayala has performed and recorded with many notable bands and greats, from Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, Louis and Bellson, to the New York City Ballet and The Sultans of Swing. He has scored numerous films and can be heard on the piano in Block Party, Evening, "The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor Honors - Carol Burnett", and more. His orchestral arrangement, Basin Street Blues, premiered at The Kennedy Center with The National Pops Orchestra, and is currently being performed by orchestras around the world.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Piano in the Park: "Dazzling" Kennedy Center-Featured Musician

Film | The Joy Luck Club (1993): Family Drama 


Four Chinese women along with their mothers delve into their past and try to find answers. Slowly, this search helps them to understand the complex relationship they share with each other. Director: Wayne Wang Cast: Tsai Chin, Kieu Chinh, Lisa Lu, France Nuyen, Rosalind Chao, Lauren Tom, Tamlyn Tomita Short film discussion to follow.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Films, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, The Joy Luck Club (1993): Family Drama&nbsp;

Workshop | Mixed Media Portrait-Making Session with a Professional Artist (Part 2)


This drop-in class invites participants to explore creativity through hands-on artmaking outdoors with artist Annie Legnini. All materials provided. At this workshop, participants will create mixed media portraits based on interview responses (this may be broken up into two classes or completed in one). Legnini is best known for her ongoing collaborative community art project called “Bronx Faces” - a series that pairs the stories and experiences of Bronxites with a mixed media portrait.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Mixed Media Portrait-Making Session with a Professional Artist (Part 2)

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.
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Workshops, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

Film | Children of a Lesser God (1986): Romantic Drama Starring WIlliam Hurt


Starting his new job as an instructor at a New England school for the deaf, James Leeds meets Sarah Norman, a young deaf woman who works at the school as a member of the custodial staff. A romance slowly develops between the pair in spite of Sarah's withdrawn emotional state due in part to her difficult relationship with her mother. Director: Randa Haines Cast: William Hurt, Marlee Matlin, Piper Laurie, Philip Bosco William Hurt was an American actor. Known for his performances on stage and screen, he received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and a Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor, in addition to nominations for five Golden Globe Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and a Tony Award.
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2:00 pm
Free
Films, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Children of a Lesser God (1986): Romantic Drama Starring WIlliam Hurt

Film | Io Capitano (2023): International Drama Film 


Longing for a brighter future, two Senegalese teenagers embark on a journey from West Africa to Italy. However, between their dreams and reality lies a labyrinth of checkpoints, the Sahara Desert, and the vast waters of the Mediterranean. Director: Matteo Garrone Cast: Seydou Sarr, Moustapha Fall
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Films, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Io Capitano (2023): International Drama Film&nbsp;

Film | The Patriot (2000): Epic Revolutionary War Film with Mel Gibson


A peaceful South Carolina farmer is driven to join the American Revolution as a militia leader. Director: Roland Emmerich Cast: Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Joely Richardson, Jason Isaacs, Chris Cooper, Tchéky Karyo Mel Gibson is an American actor and film director. He is known for his action hero roles, particularly his breakout role as Max Rockatansky in the first three films of the post-apocalyptic action series Mad Max and as Martin Riggs in the buddy cop action-comedy film series Lethal Weapon. In 1995, Gibson produced, directed, and starred in Braveheart, a historical epic, for which he won the Golden Globe Award for Best Director, the Academy Award for Best Director, and the Academy Award for Best Picture.
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Films, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, The Patriot (2000): Epic Revolutionary War Film with Mel Gibson

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Dance Performance | An Afternoon of Modern Dance Works Performed by Emerging Artists (+ Audience Workshop & Company Q&A)


A concert featuring original dances created and performed by an ensemble of New York City teens. Pieces feature original music by professional composers, in addition to live percussion by Music Director, William Catanzaro. Seasonal Fire, a signature work by Milton Myers, which premiered in 1994, will be re-staged for Young Dancemakers Company as a tribute to the Horton technique. The concert is followed by a free interactive audience workshop in on-the-spot dance-making, plus a post-concert Q&A with the company. Family-friendly. Ages 7+.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
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Dance Performances, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, An Afternoon of Modern Dance Works Performed by Emerging Artists (+ Audience Workshop & Company Q&A)

Tour | Explore Collection Featuring Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and More


Explore a museum's history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. It contains objects of artistic, historic, and literary interest for the advancement of the study of the Spanish and Portuguese languages, literature, and history around the world. Led by educators, the tours last 45-60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
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Tours, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Explore Collection Featuring Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and More

Tour | Curator Insights: Rail, Real Estate & Urban Identity


Join the Museum's director for a gallery tour of The Invention of Park Avenue, which explores how the creation of Grand Central and an avenue out of thin air became the key link between railroads and real estate, shaping Park Avenue's unique and evolving New York identity.
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Tours, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Curator Insights: Rail, Real Estate & Urban Identity

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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Museumss, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, American History and Artifact Collections

Festival | Community Summer Celebration (Live Music, Food, Local Businesses, & More)


Enjoy an open-air night market bringing food, music, and community in a historic part of Harlem.  Come for dinner, stay for the music, bring friends, or pull up solo. What to expect: Local food vendors, rotating weekly Live DJs and performances Open-air summer night market Community-first, family-friendly vibe Easy access via subway and bus
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Festivals, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Community Summer Celebration (Live Music, Food, Local Businesses, & More)

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.
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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.
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Performance | Fruit-Themed Live-Radio Romp with Radiolab


Host Latif Nasser and guest musician Rafiq Bhatia take audiences on a journey that reveals the surprising histories, mysteries, and marvels behind our most beloved natural sugarbombs. Seating opens 30 minutes before showtime and is available on the grass or benches.
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Performances, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Fruit-Themed Live-Radio Romp with Radiolab

Workshop | Learn Traditions of West African Dance Cultures with Acclaimed NYC Dance Company (Family Friendly)


A lesson in West African dance steps from Ailey Arts In Education teaching artists, accompanied by live drummers. Discover how this dance form brings together body, mind, and spirit in an energetic union of music, dance, and the oral traditions of West African cultures. This event is open to all ages, and dance experience is not necessary. Dance for a moment, remember for a lifetime.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Learn Traditions of West African Dance Cultures with Acclaimed NYC Dance Company (Family Friendly)

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).
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Partys, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Play New Games like Blood on the Clocktower (BOTC)

Museums | Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum


This special, all-ages evening celebrates the art and the city. Explore in the galleries, get creative with drop-in drawing sessions, and see a film in the theaters. Museum stores and cafe will be open, too, so you can grab a bite, get drinks, or shop for unique design objects. Free for New York State residents but must be reserved in advance (up to two adults), and are subject to availability and proof of residency. Tickets are released one week in advance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:30 pm
Free
Museumss, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum

Dance Performance | Tiger Hands: Authentic Personal Expression through Dance with Warrior Elements of Peking Opera on the Plaza


Choreographer Benjamin Akio Kimitch dreams beyond the mantra of East-meets-West with this dance work that honors his late mother, a dancer. He has welcomed a group of creative collaborators into his cosmic, sunrise-colored search for authentic personal expression, using warrior elements of Peking opera as a transformative source of beauty and strength--restaged for an outdoor experience. The work features music by Clarie M Singer and costumes by Carlos Soto; performed by Pareena Lim, Julie McMillan Castellano, and Lai Yi Ohlsen.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free
Dance Performances, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Tiger Hands: Authentic Personal Expression through Dance with Warrior Elements of Peking Opera on the Plaza

Workshop | Caribbean-Inspired Weaving Circle 


An interactive workshop offering hands-on engagement with multidisciplinary artist Cyle Warner's creative practices. This event is a weaving circle where conversation, repetition, and shared making become part of the artwork itself. Participants will explore Caribbean breeze block patterns as an architectural language that filters light, air, and visibility. With pre-designed templates by Cyle Warner, participants will translate patterns onto plastic canvases using simple weaving techniques. The woven studies of light and shadow will become a memento of time spent together. Materials will be provided. Guests are encouraged to mingle with other artists and arts enthusiasts while building a new skill. You will leave with an artwork to take home with you.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Caribbean-Inspired Weaving Circle&nbsp;

Open Studios | Guided Gallery Experience & Hands-On Art-Making at the Latin American Culture Museum


Spend an evening looking, making, and experimenting at the museum. Inspired by the photography exhibit Sophie Rivera: Double Exposures, this open studio begins with a guided gallery experience and continues with hands-on art-making and time to explore your own creative ideas. Recommended for Ages 18+,
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Open Studioss, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Guided Gallery Experience & Hands-On Art-Making at the Latin American Culture Museum

Discussion | Panel of Experts Discuss the Benefits of Collective Singing (+ Orchestral Performance of Works by William Grant Still & George Gershwin)


Bringing together voices from music, neuroscience, public health, and community practice, this event explores how collective singing can be understood not only as cultural expression, but as a scalable public health resource. Audiences are invited to reflect on how raising our voices together can help build healthier bodies, stronger relationships, and more connected communities. What if singing together were recognized as a shared health practice for individuals and communities? Collective singing is one of the most powerful wellbeing practices humans share. From lullabies and community choirs to spontaneous public song, singing together is a universal behavior linked to stress reduction, improved mood, social bonding, and physiological regulation. A growing body of research shows that group singing can support mental wellbeing, reduce loneliness, and strengthen social connection—protective factors central to World Health Organization (WHO) priorities for population health and noncommunicable disease prevention.  This event will begin with members of the Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center playing selections from William Grant Still's Motherless Child and George Gershwin's Lullaby.
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Discussions, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Panel of Experts Discuss the Benefits of Collective Singing (+ Orchestral Performance of Works by&nbsp;William Grant Still&nbsp;& George Gershwin)

Museums | Poetry & Museic in a Landmark Museum


An evening featuring the 2026 Narratio Fellowship cohort and oud player Bahar Badiei. Drawing inspiration from objects in the Ancient West Asian art collection, fellows have created original poems exploring memory, migration, identity, and belonging. Through the interplay of spoken word and the rich musical traditions of the oud, these performances invite audiences into stories that connect cultures, generations, and places across the globe.
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Play | The Dancing Men: Sherlock Holmes Mystery in the Park


Hilton Cubitt seeks the help of Sherlock Holmes when he comes across a series of mysterious stick figure drawings resembling “dancing men” about his garden. These drawings are linked to his wife, Elsie Patrick, an American woman who harbors a secret past. Holmes needs to decipher these “dancing men” before tragedy strikes. Written by Susane Lee, adapted from the short story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Directors: Susane Lee and Nicholas Martin-Smith.
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Plays, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, The Dancing Men: Sherlock Holmes Mystery in the Park

Dancing | Dance along to Live Blues, Swing, Roots & More on the Plaza


Lace up your dancing shoes and get ready to fly with Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Band! Reed's signature voice lives at the crossroads of barrel house blues, raucous big band swing, and the gems of the Great American Songbook for a true tour of American roots music. With five albums and a decade of playing to blues and swing-dancing audiences all over the world, these musicians' joyful, richly textured sets feel timeless, personal, and alive. The Dance Floor opens with 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 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
6:30 pm
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Dancings, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Dance along to Live Blues, Swing, Roots & More on the Plaza

Staged Reading | Dalloway: First Love -- Pop-Period Prequel to Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway


Dalloway: First Love is a feminist, queer-positive play. Clarissa, a bookish Victorian young woman, auditions a slew of suitors to save her family from financial ruin, while an unexpected romance with a socialite suffragette dares her heart to forge a brave new path. Through humorous, quippy banter and heartfelt confessions, the play touches on many pressing contemporary issues—including bodily autonomy, mental health visibility, multicultural equity and inclusion, and LGBTQ+ acceptance and legal protection—that resonate with contemporary New Yorkers. Written by Lindsay Joelle. Directed by Olivia Facini Cast: Lucas Iverson, Sarah Lasko, Omar Shafiuzzaman, and Chloé Lexia Worthington.
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Staged Readings, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Dalloway: First Love -- Pop-Period Prequel to Virginia Woolf's&nbsp;Mrs. Dalloway

Movie in a Park | National Treasure (2004): Action-Adventure Heist Film Starring Nicolas Cage (on the Hudson)


Benjamin Franklin Gates, a historian, along with computer expert Riley Poole and archivist Abigail Chase, search for a massive lost Freemason treasure, which includes a map hidden on the back of the United States Declaration of Independence. Director: Jon Turteltaub Cast: Nicolas Cage, Harvey Keitel, Jon Voight, Diane Kruger, Sean Bean, Justin Bartha, Christopher Plummer Nicolas Cage is an American actor and film producer. Born into the Coppola family, he is the recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award. Seating is first-come, first-served and space is limited. Light concessions will be available for purchase. Visitors are welcome to bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages. Alcohol is not permitted. Doors open at 7:00pm and films begin at sunset.
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Movie in a Parks, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, National Treasure (2004): Action-Adventure Heist Film Starring Nicolas Cage (on the Hudson)

Jazz | High-Energy Jazz, Funk, Reggae, & Bomba in the Park


Enjoy a Friday-night concert by the Afro-Puerto Rican bomba fusion innovators El Laberinto del Coco, led by master percussionist Hector "Coco" Barez. Blending jazz, funk, reggae, and numerous Latin influences with traditional bomba elements and instruments such as the barril and cua, the band expands the boundaries of bomba while staying true to its intoxicating essence. Experience a high-energy sonic tapestry that has attracted fans around the world.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
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Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, High-Energy Jazz, Funk, Reggae, & Bomba in the Park

Concert | Indie-Soul Vocalist in the Park


Get out to the park and kick off the weekend with some local sounds at this monthly musical get-happy hour with Christine Chanel. Christine is an indie-soul recording artist who is known for her powerful yet intimate vocals and emotionally grounded songwriting. Her music blends soul and indie influences with the patience of an artist who lets songs grow through live performance. A fixture of the New York tri-state music scene, Christine has spent years connecting with audiences in rooms both large and small, often alongside an incredible roster of musicians. Her approach is intentional and unforced, focused on creating moments that feel real, resonant, and lasting.
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Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Indie-Soul Vocalist in the Park

Concert | Neo-Soul Lineup in the Park (with ASL Interpreters)


Ben Carr aka CARRTOONS lights up the stage, one of today’s most sought-after producers and bassists, known for his flawless performances and in the studio. He’s joined by virtuosic vocalist Hailé Supreme. Frequent CARRTOONS collaborator singer/songwriter Julia Zivic opens the night with her tender. powerful storytelling. Panamanian singer song-writer Sofía Valdés rounds out the bill with lush, lyrical, Latin-infused soul. For d/Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities, there will be an ASL interpreter on stage. 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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Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Neo-Soul Lineup in the Park (with ASL Interpreters)

Play | Shakespeare's As You Like It: Pastoral Comedy (Outdoors)


As You Like It follows heroine Rosalind as she flees persecution in her uncle's court, accompanied by her cousin Celia to find safety and, eventually, love, in the Forest of Arden. In the forest, they encounter a variety of memorable characters, notably the melancholy traveller Jaques. Written by William Shakespeare. Directed by Hamilton Clancy. Cast: Christopher Martel, David Marantz, Aria Martinelli, Adama Joy Sall, Bob Arcaro, Lizabeth Allen, Marion Stenfort, Lia Bonfilio, Emmanuel Elpenord, Andy Rowell, Patrick Hart.
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Plays, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Shakespeare's As You Like It: Pastoral Comedy (Outdoors)

Concert | Song, Storytelling, & Improvisation with Singer, Composer, & Poet


Kristiana Roemer brings her intimate, genre-spanning sound to the stage. Drawing from jazz, folk, art song, and poetry, Roemer performs original music and arrangements in English, German, and French, creating lyrical works that move fluidly between song, storytelling, and improvisation. Her album, House of Mirrors, released on Sunnyside Records, introduced what Jazziz called a “distinctive and broad musical approach,” while DownBeat praised her “light-as-a-feather voice” and confiding, intimate tone.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Song, Storytelling, & Improvisation with Singer, Composer, & Poet

Dance Performance | Dance Festival with 5 of NYC's Most Acclaimed Dance Companies


This event unites five of NYC's most iconic dance companies--Ballet Hispanico New York, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, and Dance Theatre of Harlem--on one stage. This beloved festival offers the rare chance to experience treasured programming curated collaboratively by the artistic directors of each company, including repertory favorites.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
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Dance Performances, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Dance Festival with 5 of NYC's Most Acclaimed Dance Companies

Poetry Reading | Major Poets & Emerging Voices Share Their Work


Lincoln Center's inaugural Poet-in-Residence, Mahogany L. Browne curates thought-provoking evenings of spoken word, spirited conversation, poetry, and presentations of new work, presenting major poets and emerging voices on the New York literary scene. Featured artists to be announced soon! 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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Poetry Readings, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Major Poets & Emerging Voices Share Their Work

Classical Music | Orchestral Works by Brahms, William Grant Still, & More in Major Concert Hall


The Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center performs a moving program expressing the enduring power of a mother's love, across time. William Grant Still's Mother and Child opens the evening with a tender portrait of love and quiet devotion. The program continues with the U.S. premiere of Jessie Montgomery's These Righteous Paths, an exploration of the composer's journey through grief following the loss of her mother five years ago. Anchoring the program is Johannes Brahms's radiant Symphony No. 2, whose warm lyricism--including the beloved melody later known as "Brahms's Lullaby"--brings the evening to a deeply satisfying close. Program: William Grant Still (1895-1978) Mother and Child Jessie Montgomery (1981-) These Righteous Paths (US Premiere) Johann Brahms (1833-1897) Symphony No. 2
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
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Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Orchestral Works by Brahms, William Grant Still, & More in Major Concert Hall

Classical Music | as yet untitled: Melodic, Rhythmic, & Energetic Original Composition


British percussionist Bex Burch’s as yet untitled is a composition-in-collaboration will feature rombonist and Arthur Russell collaborator Peter Zummo; Chicago connections drummer Mikel Patrick Avery and cellist Lia Kohl; and New York-based bassist Carmen Quill and saxophonist Gabriel Birnbaum. The performance weaves together threads from the major movements of Burch’s life, from her formative study of the Dagaare gyil (a type of xylophone central to the music of the Dagaare people of northwest Ghana and southern Burkina Faso) to communing with musicians and audiences in London, Chicago, New York and Berlin, where she now lives and works. A deeply embodied performer with a palpable, physical presence on her homemade xylophone, drums, bells, shakers, voice and various other instruments, Burch balances a disarming openness with focused intention. In as yet untitled, the melodic, rhythmic and energetic materials of the score provide the framework and trust for the improvisational, emotional structures that emerge from each group’s unique combination of members, all of whom sing in addition to playing their instruments. Lyrical multi-instrumentalist and composer Tomin will open the evening with a solo set for flute and sampler.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, as yet untitled: Melodic, Rhythmic, & Energetic Original Composition

Play | Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale: Tony-Winning Director's Romantic Tragicomedy


When the King of Sicilia becomes convinced his pregnant wife has been unfaithful, the royal baby is smuggled to the coast of Bohemia where an old shepherd finds her and renames her Perdita. Sixteen years later, Perdita falls in love with another young shepherd, Doricles, who turns out to be a prince in disguise. Honesty is a fool and true love the only answer in this mysterious, romantic tale of defiance and destiny. Written by William Shakespeare. Choreography by Mimi Lieber. Directed by Daniel Sullivan. Cast: Heschel Bay, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Teagle F. Bougere, Chuck Cooper, Peter Douskalis, Matthew Eby, Raúl Esparza, Isabela Ferrer, Katie Griffith, Alex Hernandez,
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Plays, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Shakespeare's&nbsp;The Winter's Tale: Tony-Winning Director's Romantic Tragicomedy

Movie in a Park | When Harry Met Sally (1989): Romantic Comedy Starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan (Outdoors)


Harry and Sally meet when they share a car on a road trip. As the two build their lives and careers in Manhattan, they find love and heartache - with other people - but their paths continue to cross and their friendship continues to grow. Director: Rob Reiner Cast: Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Carrie Fisher, Bruno Kirby Billy Crystal is an American comedian, actor, and filmmaker known as a standup comedian and for his film and stage roles. Crystal has received numerous accolades, including six Primetime Emmy Awards and a Tony Award as well as nominations for three Grammy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards. He was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1991. Meg Ryan is an American actress known for her leading roles as quirky, charismatic women since the late 1980s. Ryan is particularly recognized for her work in romantic comedies, a genre she dominated during the 1980s and 1990s. Dubbed "America's sweetheart" by the media, she became one of Hollywood's most bankable stars of the latter decade. Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in the park! Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:30 pm
Free
Movie in a Parks, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, When Harry Met Sally (1989): Romantic Comedy Starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan (Outdoors)

Party | Triple DJ Lineup for a Party on the Water


An evening party hosted by Papi Juice, special guests include Tama Gucci, Nita Aviance, and Bobby Bethoven.
   New York City, NY; NYC
9:45 pm
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Partys, July 31, 2026, 07/31/2026, Triple DJ Lineup for a Party on the Water
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