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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on June 12, 2025?
56 free events take place on Thursday, June 12 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 June 12 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 June . 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 June 12, 2025?
56 free events take place on Thursday, June 12 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 June 12 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 June . 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!
56 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, June 12, 2025
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Editor's Picks
Workshop | Pick-Up Pickleball
An exciting fusion of badminton and tennis, pickleball has been proven to strengthen muscles, boost cardiovascular health, and enhance brain function. First come first serve basis.
New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
Free
Free
Fair | Community Fair
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Symposium | Explore the Impact of Art Collecting Practices on Medieval Source Sites in Europe
This event is a convening of local and international scholars for a single-day symposium reflecting on the centennial anniversary of The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s 1925 acquisition of the George Grey Barnard collection. Speakers consider the history of medieval art collections in U.S. museums and the impact of historic collecting practices on medieval source sites in Europe.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
registration recommended, free...
registration recommended, free...
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
Free
Free
Film | The 39 Steps (1939): Spy Thriller Directed by Alfred Hitchcock
A man in London tries to help a counter-espionage agent, but when the agent is killed and the man stands accused, he must go on the run to save himself and stop a spy ring that is trying to steal top-secret information. Director: Alfred Hitchcock Cast: Robert Donat, Madeleine Carroll, Lucie Mannheim, Godfrey Tearle Alfred Hitchcock was an English filmmaker who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of cinema. In a career spanning six decades, he directed over 50 feature films, many of which are still widely watched and studied today. Known as the "Master of Suspense," he became as well known as any of his actors thanks to his many interviews, his cameo roles in most of his films, and his hosting and producing the television anthology Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955-65). His films garnered 46 Academy Award nominations, including six wins, although he never won the award for Best Director despite five nominations.
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 | Lunchtime Jazz in the Park
Unwind with live jazz during lunch hour as skilled musicians bring smooth, summery sounds to the park.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Festival | Play New, Innovative Video Games All Afternoon
As part of the 2025 Tribeca Festival Games Program, this event celebrates the convergence of games, entertainment, and culture. The Tribeca Games Gallery hosts free, playable demos of this year’s nine selections for the public. At this event, you'll have the opportunity to try out the following games all afternoon:
Absolum: Fantasy world game where you can fight an evil king.
Cairn: Surivial-Climber game where you can reach a summit never reached before.
Death Howl: Journey through a spirit world.
Dispatch: Superhero workplace comedy where choices matter.
MIO: Memories in Orbit: Explore an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue.
Mixtape: Nostalgic adventure through dreamlike reenactments of pivotal memories, set to a curated 90s soundtrack.
Possessor(s): Escape a sprawling, flooded city overrun with surreal horror in this fast-paced action side scroller.
Sleep Awake: Navigate the horror of depraved death cults and otherworldly forces.
Take Us North: Narrative adventure/survival game following the journeys of migrants and asylum seekers attempting to cross the US-Mexico border.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Solve Jigsaw Puzzles & Make New Friends
Work with fellow jigsaw puzzle lovers on new pieces.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Piano in the Park: Prize-Winning Jazz Musician
A five, six, seven, eight... Come on down and swing along to the best jazz the Big Apple has to offer. Ted Rosenthal is a celebrated jazz pianist and composer who actively tours worldwide with his trio, as a soloist, or performing live with many jazz greats, including Gerry Mulligan and Art Farmer. Ted has released fifteen CDs; Rhapsody in Gershwin, which features his arrangement of Rhapsody in Blue, reached #1 in jazz album sales at iTunes and Amazon. Wonderland was selected as a New York Times holiday pick. His solo album, The 3 B's, received 4 stars from DownBeat magazine and features the music of Bud Powell, Bill Evans, along with his personal improvisations on Beethoven themes. Ted is the recipient of the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano Competition prize, grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, and has had many of his works commissioned and premiered by prestigious institutions like the New York City Opera and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. He has been featured at orchestral and pop performances around the globe and is a dedicated teacher at The Juilliard School and Manhattan School of Music. "A new jazz leader." - The New York Times
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Recorder Quartet Performs Works by J.S. Bach and More, from Medieval to Modern Times (In Person AND Online!)
The Boreas Quartett Bremen (Jin-Ju Baek, Elisabeth Champollion, Julia Fritz, Luise Manske, recorders), which got its name Boreas, god of the north wind, plays recorder music from Medieval to modern times. Highlights are works by Johann Sebastian Bach, William Byrd and Hans Leo Hassler, as well as pieces by the contemporary composer Piet Swerts. An hour full of contrasts: a gamut of instruments in a flashing presentation of magic consort sound.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
Free
Free
Film | Companion (2025): Sci-Fi Thriller
A weekend getaway with friends at a remote cabin turns into chaos after it's revealed that one of the guests is not what they seem. Director: Drew Hancock Cast: Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Lukas Gage
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Film and Television Industry: History, Artifacts, Interactive Displays
This museum is dedicated to the art, history, and technology of film, television, and digital media. It houses a diverse collection of industry related objects, including cameras, scripts, costumes, production materials, as well as interactive displays, and themed installations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
2:00 pm
Regular: $58.50
Member: $0
Regular: $58.50
Member: $0
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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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3:00 pm
Free
Free
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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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Gallery Talk | Learn about the New History of American Photography
Hear new insights and untold stories and take a closer look at the works of art. You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions. Presented in conjunction with The New Art: American Photography, 1839-1910. This exhibition presents a bold new history of American photography from the medium's birth in 1839 to the first decade of the 20th century. Major works by lauded artists such as Josiah Johnson Hawes, John Moran, Carleton Watkins, and Alice Austen are shown in dialogue with extraordinary photographs by obscure or unknown practitioners made in small towns and cities from coast to coast. Featuring a range of formats, from daguerreotypes and cartes de visite to stereographs and cyanotypes, the show explores the dramatic change in the nation's sense of itself that was driven by the immediate success of photography as a cultural, commercial, artistic, and psychological preoccupation. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served. Priority will be given to those who register.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
registration recommended, free...
registration recommended, free...
Staged Reading | New, Original Play about the Morality of De-Extinction
Two men in the Alaskan tundra search for woolly mammoth tusks as an alternative to elephant ivory. But their most recent discovery causes their employer to pivot from the ivory trade to a more technologically innovative venture as a means of combating climate change. Inspired by the real-life founding of Colossal Biosciences, The Tusk Hunters explores the morality of de-extinction . . . . Written by Dan Caffrey Directed by Dina Vovsi Cast: Peter Bradbury, Peter McNally, Erik Lochtefeld
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish, tickets required
pay-what-you-wish, tickets required
Lecture | Critical Digital Literacy: Understanding AI, Bias & Visual Culture (Online!)
How do algorithms shape what we see—and what we believe? Join researcher and educator Mackenzie Salisbury for a compelling virtual session on critical digital literacy. Blending pop culture, traditional art, and AI-generated images, this program explores how bias hides in plain sight and how cultural canons are formed. Designed for artists, educators, librarians, and curious minds, the talk offers practical tools for engaging with digital media more critically and creatively in an age of automation.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Tour | Explore the Commercial Core of Battery Park City
This thematic walking tour of Battery Park City will focus on the commercial core with its 1980s skyscrapers of the original World Financial Center (now Brookfield Place) by architect Cesar Pelli, as well as the expansive North Cove Marina and its public realm. This walk will investigate how the planning concept of public-private partnership was both the principle and economic engine of the Battery Park City project and how the goals of opening the waterfront to public access and recreation was realized over three decades.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Club | Short Books Discussion Group: Headshot by Rita Bullwinkel
This Short Reads Book Club is a discussion group focusing on novels that are quick to read - the organizers understand your time is precious. But that doesn't mean the club's selections won't be chock full of literary vitamins and minerals, nor will they be dry intellectual exercises devoid of joy and humor. June's Short Reads Book Club selection is Headshot (2024) by Rita Bullwinkel. Description: An unexpected tragedy at a community pool. A family's unrelenting expectation of victory. The desire to gain or lose control; to make time speed up or stop; to be frighteningly, undeniably good at something. Each of the eight teenage girl boxers in this blistering debut novel has her own reasons for the sacrifices she has made to come to Reno, Nevada, to compete to be named the best in the country. Through a series of face-offs that are raw, ecstatic, and punctuated by flashes of humor and tenderness, prizewinning writer Rita Bullwinkel animates the competitors' pasts and futures as they summon the emotion, imagination, and force of will required to win. Frenetic, surprising, and strikingly original, Headshot is a portrait of the desire, envy, perfectionism, madness, and sheer physical pleasure that motivate young women to fight--even, and perhaps especially, when no one else is watching.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Summer Picnic Concerts
Celebrate summer with the Washington Heights Chamber Orchestra at a series of relaxed, family-friendly outdoor concerts. Pack your own picnic, bring a blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy live music in beautiful uptown settings.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Music on the Deck: Capicu!
Get ready for a night of irresistible rhythms as Capicu! brings their signature mix of Latin-infused beats and feel-good vibes to the waterfront. Come for the sunset, stay for the dance floor.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Fresh Fusion Band Blends New Orleans and New York Traditions in High Energy Performance
Electrifying and bold, Brass Queens fuses the New Orleans brass tradition with NYC energy. This powerhouse, women-led band has captivated audiences since 2019, from Brooklyn streets to global stages. Fresh off the all-original album Hot Tub Sessions Vol. I, the group brings a high-energy performance that's guaranteed to get you singing, dancing, and celebrating.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
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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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Thursday Evening Exploring the Photography Museum
This museum is the world’s leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture. It was founded in 1974 to champion “concerned photography”—socially and politically minded images that can educate and change the world. Through its exhibitions, education programs, community outreach, and public programs, the museum offers an open forum for dialogue about the power of the image.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
$5, tickets required
$5, tickets required
Opening Reception | Multi-Artist Exhibition on Neon & LGBTQ Culture
Neon carries a lineage of queer signification. Since the 1960s, queer artists have turned to neon to reappropriate the medium’s commercial qualities, asking viewers to slow down and breathe in its poetics. Language cast in neon invariably hails. madder and madder and hotter and hotter brings together artworks that cite, transmit, remix, and illuminate queer, trans, and feminist lineages for an urgent now. The exhibition’s title comes from Audre Lorde’s daughter, who insisted on speech, knowing that censored or repressed language grows madder and hotter inside one’s body; the language on walls, here, glows. Offering balms, songs, chants, and signs, the works in this show mix the concrete qualities of words and sculpture with the ineffability of light. Artists in this exhibition include former Jeffrey Gibson, Lola Flash, Demian DinéYazhi’, and Nelson Santos, alongside Glenn Ligon, Ja’Tovia Gary, and others. The luminous pieces cite historical icons from Marsha P. Johnson to the collective ACT UP, as well as pop cultural references and ancestral wisdom. Together, they interpellate queer subjects in a bright, warm shout.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Birdwatching | Special Bird Walk featuring Bird Sculpture Artist
This special Bird Walk with artist Matthias Garff (currently in residency at the International Studio and Curatorial Program) will showcase his bird sculptures--a new body of work created during his residency. Garff's sculptures depict various bird species that live among us--often unnoticed, yet closely connected to our shared environment. Created from found materials, the works are the result of five months of close observation of NYC's birdlife. During this event, participants will scout out Garff's sculptures installed in situ , while also spotting real birds in their habitats. This is a one-afternoon-only outdoor installation and a unique opportunity to experience Garff's birds in their natural habitat. Everyone who spots all the hidden species will receive a small reward! This event will also include a guided tour by Garff together with Hannah Kirshenbaum, avid birder and founder of NYC Queer Birders. No supplies or equipment are necessary, but feel free to bring along binoculars or cameras if you wish.In case of rain, the event will be canceled.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | Airport '77 (1977): Air Disaster Film
A great, big, 1970s disaster movie, jam packed with aging Hollywood Stars! A luxury 747 packed with VIPs and priceless art goes down in the Bermuda Triangle after being hijacked by thieves — and time for a rescue is running out. Director: Jerry Jameson Cast: Jack Lemmon, Lee Grant, Brenda Vaccaro, Joseph Cotten, Olivia de Havilland
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Hope is a Dangerous Thing – Performance, Film & Reading Night
Rebecca Celli and Eden Deering co-programmed a one-night program of performance, film, and readings in conjunction with Hope is a Dangerous Thing, an exhibition exploring the emotional and cultural imprint of pop music. Inspired by Lana Del Rey’s 2019 song of the same name, the event features artists embodying personas of beauty queens, time travelers, flutists, and even an anthropomorphic swan, blending melodrama, vulnerability, and camp. 6–7 pm: Films by Jake Brush, Darby Routtenberg, and Marianna Simnett 7–8 pm: Performances & Readings by Michael Bullock, Raque Ford, Gabe Gordon, Wendy Lotterman, Kayode Ojo & Qiangyuan Deng Seating is first-come, first-served.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Award-Winning Art Reception
Enjoy refreshments and mingling amongst a display of fine art from talented artists. See the award winners! Soft drinks and platters will be provided for your enjoyment. If desired, the bar will be open on the lower level for purchase of wine and beer (card only, no cash). ID for age 21 and over will be required.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Exploration of Furniture and Objects by Celebrated Artist
Witness a rare solo exhibition devoted entirely to Alex Hay’s handcrafted furniture and utilitarian objects. On view are works shaped by Hay’s distinctive attention to material, form, and daily function—ranging from rocking benches to handmade boots and their custom tools. This exhibition offers an intimate look at the artist’s lifelong dialogue between utility and artistry, showcasing pieces created for his home and studio over decades. The artist’s work is in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, Illinois; San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, California; The Museum of Modern Art, New York; Moderna Museet. Hay's work is also featured in the Whitney Museum of American Art.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Talk | Exploring the Art of Jan Vermeer: Master of Domestic Scenes
This talk examines the life and work of Jan Vermeer (1632-1675). Vermeer's 34 known paintings are still life with human beings. The majority of his paintings are serene and beautiful images of domestic life, usually one or two or three figures in a room lit from the viewer's left. He shows precision in the painting of texture, color and form without looking labored. Mondrian, Picasso, and Dali all echo his work. Speaker Eleanor K. Sypher has volunteered her extensive skills in a series of talks on art history. Eleanor is well-acquainted with ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, The Italian Renaissance, The Baroque in Italy and Holland, Rococo in France, the Impressionists, and European and American artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. Her career has involved teaching, book editing, and directing a foundation for 25 years.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
$5, RSVP required
$5, RSVP required
Opening Reception | Kasia Muzyka’s Ritual-Based, Mystical Abstractions
This spiritually resonant solo exhibition, rooted in mysticism, quantum thought, and raw emotional truth, invites visitors into a visual and sensory pilgrimage through becoming, remembrance, and sacred choice cycles. The artist, Kasia Muzyka, blends wine, coffee, earth pigments, vibrational water, and egg tempera to create abstract works that function as portals—ritual objects as much as paintings.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Painting, Sculpture, and Graphics Group Show in Historical Gallery
This is an exhibition for painting, sculpture and graphics. These competitive fine art exhibitions are comprised of works from all over the country and allows both well known and up-and-coming artists to exhibit their work in this prestigious gallery.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Photographic Media Group Show: Competitive Exhibition in Historical Gallery
This competitive fine art exhibition features well known and emerging artists to exhibit their work in this prestigious gallery. The exhibition is showcases all types of photographic media; traditional as well as collage and conceptual/fine art photography.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Solo Exhibition of Experimental Poet N.H. Pritchard
Pritchard (1939–1996) was a groundbreaking experimental and sound-based poetry figure. His radical use of rhythm, spacing, and non-lexical typography set him apart in New York’s 1960s and ’70s literary and art scenes. A member of the Umbra collective and a regular at the Cedar Tavern, Pritchard’s work was recently featured in the 2022 Whitney Biennial. His poetry collections The Matrix and Eecchhooeess were reissued in 2021, and his novel The Mundus was published posthumously in 2024. The exhibition will accompany a series of events, including poetry readings and musical performances.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Dance Lesson | Creative Movement Class
Dances for a Variable Population leads creative movement classes for adults of all ages and abilities, with a focus on seniors. 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
Free
Free
Jazz | Dance to Vintage Tunes Played LIVE by The Nighthawks Orchestra
Big band jazz doesn't get much bigger than Vince Giordano and The Nighthawks! Based out of New York City, The Nighthawks Orchestra is one of the world's best known and most authentic champions of hot jazz music, the catchy and swinging style that set the clubs on fire in the 1920s and '30s. Led by the GRAMMY Award-winning multi-instrumentalist Vince Giordano, the Orchestra has become a Hollywood favorite for their unparalleled skills at setting a period mood, playing a starring role in the HBO series Boardwalk Empire and performing in films like The Aviator, The Cotton Club, and Revolutionary Road. Taking a brief break from their weekly residency at Birdland, Giordano and his band stop by for an evening of vintage big band excitement and ballroom dance. Show up early and dance floor instructors will prepare you with some beginner foxtrot steps to have you warmed up for the band! 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 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
Workshop | Jump into Double Dutch with the Pros
Learn to double dutch! Coach Kyra Lee and The Double Dutch Aunties will teach you the fundamentals of street-style and competitive jump rope.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Book Club | Juneteenth-Centered Discussion on A Taste for More by Phyllis R. Dixon
This book club discusses books on food. To celebrate Juneteenth, the group will be discussing A Taste for More by Phyllis R. Dixon. Reading the book prior to the program is strongly encouraged to facilitate conversation, but all are welcome! Additionally, this is NOT an author appearance - it is a conversation. Synopsis: In a breathtaking saga spanning the final three decades of the Great Migration – from the Jim Crow south in rural midcentury Mississippi through the transformative 1970s – a tenacious single mother and culinary genius builds an unprecedented empire. But the one dream she can’t stop chasing may cost her everything…
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Outdoor Yoga with Chelsea Piers Fitness
Take your practice outside this summer with Chelsea Piers Fitness during a free 60-minute yoga class open to all levels. This energizing session is led by expert instructors, invites you to stretch, strengthen, and reset in a scenic outdoor setting. Participants should bring their own mat and water bottle.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Play | Shakespeare Comedy in the Park: Much Ado about Nothing
Enjoy a performance of the beloved romantic comedy Much Ado about Nothing. Director Rebecca Martinez presents a bilingual, 100-minute, family-friendly take on the classic tale of love, deception, and misunderstandings blends Latine influences, original music, and Shakespeare's timeless wit. All performances take place outdoors. Chair seating is available at all locations, but seating is limited, and general admission is on a first-come, first-served basis, and is not guaranteed.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Play | Shakespeare's Julius Caesar on the Patio
The tragedy of Julius Casar is a history play and tragedy. It's about Brutus joining the conspiracy led by Cassius to assassinate Julius Caesar, to prevent him from becoming a tyrant. Caesar's right-hand man Antony stirs up hostility against the conspirators and Rome becomes embroiled in a dramatic civil war. Cushions will be provided to sit on the stairs of the monument. There is very limited room if you bring your own chair. Please arrive no later than 6:20pm. There will be no late seating.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Soulful Trombone & Voice: jazz, Rock, & more
Weaving the textured sounds of his trombone and soulful voice with sincere storytelling, Trevor Turla's sound is inspired by an amalgamation of American music, from jazz, to rock, and beyond.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
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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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Play | Tennessee Williams' Tiger Tail Outdoor Performance
A lesser-known (and somewhat controversial) Tennessee Williams play, Tiger Tail is a play he adapted from his 1955 screenplay for the film Baby Doll. The story follows Archie Lee, a shabby Mississippi cotton gin owner with a child bride who refuses to share her husband's bed until she is of age. After Lee crosses rival gin owner Silva Vaccaro, Vaccaro exacts his revenge by seducing the young girl.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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7:00 pm
Regular: $40
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Regular: $40
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Play | Shakespeare's All's Well That Ends Well in the Park (Family Night)
"This is the way Shakespeare wrote his plays to be seen." -The Huffington Post Get swept up in one of Shakespeare's boldest romantic comedies with New York Classical Theatre! Written around 1604, All's Well That Ends Well is one of Shakespeare's boldest romantic comedies. When Helena--a brilliant, determined young woman--heals a king, she earns the right to choose her husband. But love isn't so simple, and she must use wit, courage, and a daring plan to win the life she desires. Full of humor, heart, and twists, this rarely performed gem is a story of love on Helena's terms. New York Classical Theatre's signature style, Panoramic Theatre, turns public spaces into the world of the play. Instead of sitting in one place, the audience moves with the actors from scene to scene, following the action as it unfolds. This immersive approach creates a dynamic, interactive experience where every performance is shaped by its surroundings. This performance is designed for kids and grown-ups alike! Come at 6:30 p.m. to make your own crown/tiara and scepter to help you feel like royalty while watching this bold, funny tale unfold.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Film | Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning (2025): Korean Animated Fantasy Film
In the shadows of modern-day Seoul, four gifted individuals—a priest, a telekinetic woman, a grieving brother, and a magical prodigy—stand as the last line of defense against supernatural threats. As they confront dark forces ranging from possessions to vampires, their growing powers are tested by an ancient evil awakening from the depths. Director: Kim Dong-Chul Cast: Nam Doh-hyeong, Choi Han, Kim Yeonwoo, Chung Yuchung The film is in Korean with English subtitles.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Tour | Manhattanhenge Art Deco Architecture Tour
Guides lead a walking tours focusing on iconic buildings in the area, focusing on Art Deco architecture. This tour coincides with Manhattanhenge, when the sunset lines up perfectly with the city's street grid. It will end at a location ideal for Manhattanhenge viewing!
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Classical Music | Saint-Saens's "Organ Symphony" and Poulenc's Organ Concerto
Saint-Saens's Symphony No. 3, also known as the "Organ Symphony," is a grand and sweeping work combining symphonic power with the majestic sound of organ, and Poulenc's Organ Concerto in G minor is a bold and spirited piece blending Baroque inspiration with Poulenc's signature wit and intensity. Organist Gregory D'Agostino performs on a full-scale pipe organ.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Play | Shakespeare's Henry V in the Park
Henry V follows the young and newly crowned King Henry V of England as he seeks to prove himself a strong and legitimate ruler. The play begins with Henry’s claim to the French throne, based on ancestral ties, which the French reject. Insulted by the French Dauphin’s mocking gift of tennis balls, Henry launches a military campaign against France. The central action is the Battle of Agincourt, where Henry, despite being outnumbered and exhausted, delivers the famous “St. Crispin’s Day” speech to inspire his troops. The theater supplies 100 chairs nightly for the audience. Those chairs get snatched up fast though, especially at the end of the run or on beautiful summer days, so organizers advise that audience members wanting to use these folding chairs arrive 30 minutes before the start of the performance. You may bring your own chair or something soft to sit on. The theater almost never cancel due to rain, but if necessary, it will post updates on Facebook & Instagram.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Grammy-Nominated 'Cross-Cultural' Musician Gives Multi-Dimensional Performance
GRAMMY-nominated Hatian-American performer and composer Nathalie Joachim is hailed as "a fresh and invigorating cross-cultural voice" (The Nation). Her creative practice centers on an authentic commitment to storytelling and human connectivity while advocating for social change and cultural awareness. Attend a powerful concert by this multi-dimensional artist as part of this concert series, a space to cultivate the next generation of experimental canon. 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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8:00 pm
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Movie in a Park | The Karate Kid (1984): classic coming-of-age drama
In this beloved classic, a bullied teenager finds an unlikely mentor in a wise and patient handyman who teaches him not just karate, but confidence, discipline, and balance--both in martial arts and in life. Rated PG Director: John G. Avildsen Cast: Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue Grab a blanket and enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park! Movies begin at dusk. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. The screening may be canceled in heavy rain or extreme weather. This is part of the Movies Under the Stars series.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
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Play | Broadway Actors in a Play by Pulitzer Prize Winner
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