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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on August 8, 2025?
34 free events take place on Friday, August 8 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 August 8 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 August . 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 August 8, 2025?
34 free events take place on Friday, August 8 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 August 8 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 August . 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!
34 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, August 8, 2025
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Concert | Jonas Brothers LIVE, Pop-Rock Music Outdoors
Start your day with the bright pop-rock sound of this iconic three-brother band: the Jonas Borthers. With both nostalgic hits ("Burnin' Up," "Year 3000," "Lovebug") and newer jams ("Sucker," "What a Man Gotta Do," "Only Human"), the Jonas Brothers offer a little something for everyone! 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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Morning Yoga in the Fresh Air
Move, stretch, and start your morning with this open-level vinyasa class taught by Frances Burch. Please bring a yoga mat; organizers recommend a water bottle and towel.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Outdoor Tai Chi for All Ages
Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of all ages.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
Free
Free
Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum
Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum 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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10:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Zumba Class for All-Levels
Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
Free
Free
Museums | Asian Art and Culture Museum
The museum features a diverse collection of artworks, including traditional and contemporary pieces from various Asian cultures. 2 pm: guided tour.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
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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11:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome
This juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They’re a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons.
All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Piano in the Park: Internationally Acclaimed Jazz Musician
Come on down and swing along to the best ragtime, stride, and jazz the Big Apple has to offer. "Taste, style, charm, singing, playing - as good as it gets!" - Michael Feinstein Daryl Sherman has been an integral part of the NYC jazz/cabaret scene since the mid-70s- and is one of the rare singing pianists equally talented in both roles. From early stints at Sinatra jazz hang-outs, Daryl also played most of the major NY hotels and became internationally acclaimed for a stellar 14-year run at the Waldorf-Astoria, where she played Cole Porter's Steinway. Her versatility has kept her busy performing and recording with artists such as Wynton Marsalis, Artie Shaw, and Vince Giordano and The Nighthawks. Her newest release, Lost In A Crowded Place, highlights songs by Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, and Duke Ellington, as well as two Sherman originals.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | Flight Risk (2025):Action Thriller Starring Mark Wahlberg
A pilot transports an Air Marshal accompanying a fugitive and government witness to trial in New York. As they cross the Alaskan wilderness, tensions soar and trust is tested, as not everyone on board is who they seem. Director: Mel Gibson Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Dockery, Topher Grace Mark Wahlberg, formerly known by his stage name Marky Mark, is an American actor and former rapper whose work as a leading man spans the comedy, drama, and action genres. He has received multiple accolades, including a BAFTA Award, and nominations for two Academy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, nine Primetime Emmy Awards, and three Screen Actors Guild Awards.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Heartburn (1986): Comedy Drama with Meryl Streep & Jack Nicholson
Semi-autobiographical story of a food writer who weds a successful Washington columnist despite her reservations about marriage. While pregnant with their second child, she discovers her husband is having an affair with someone in their circle. Director: Mike Nichols Cast: Meryl Streep, Jack Nicholson, Jeff Daniels, Maureen Stapleton, Stockard Channing Meryl Streep is an American actress. Often described as "the best actress of her generation," Streep is known for her versatility and accent adaptability. She has received numerous accolades throughout her career spanning over four decades, including a record 21 Academy Award nominations, winning three, and a record 33 Golden Globe Award nominations, winning eight. Jack Nicholson is an American retired actor and filmmaker. Nicholson is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of the 20th century. Throughout his five-decade career he received numerous accolades, including three Academy Awards, three BAFTA Film Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, and a Grammy Award. He also received the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award in 1994 and the Kennedy Center Honor in 2001.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends
Freeform crafting and conversation! Bring your own project or choose something from the collection to work on. The organizers have materials for sewing, knitting, crochet, coloring, and paper crafts. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free
Free
Tour | Inside the Exhibit: Talk With Museum Experts
Celebrate 100 years since the historic acquisition of George Grey Barnard's medieval collection with an in-depth conversation led by Museum curators, conservators, scientists, and scholars. This expert-led program offers fresh insights, untold stories, and a closer look at remarkable works of art. Bring your questions for an engaging discussion that illuminates the legacy of this influential sculptor and collector. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Artmaking with Local Artist in the Park
Spend a Friday evening learning new artistic practices from a rotating group of incredibly talented local creators!
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | A Night of Live Music, Drinks & 5,000 Years of Art
Enjoy a stylish evening of art, live music, and engaging talks every Friday and Saturday night. From 5-9 PM, sip on drink specials, sample light fare, and take in the museum's vast collection spanning millennia. Grab a friend, a partner, or come solo--this after-hours experience offers something for everyone.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | American History and Artifact Collections
Enjoy a stroll through galleries of an extensive collection of American art, learn about the history of New York and the USA. Last admission is at 7 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Workshop | Freeform Creative Workshop with Artistic Community
This event invites artists, poets, and musicians connect to practice mindfulness and artistry. As part of the evening, you're invited to participate in the Bala Wellness Art Social, where you can express yourself and connect with others through art, using provided kits and mood boards for inspiration. You'll have everything you need with fun icebreakers and a chance to tap into your inner child. Join this celebratory space for a summer evening of joy, healing, and inspiration curated by Lincoln Center's Poet-in-Residence, Mahogany L. Browne. Seating is first-come first-served. Just show up!
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Friday Evening at the Art/History Museum
This museum is an assemblage of illuminated, literary, and historical manuscripts, early printed books, and old master drawings and prints inside a historic building. Registration opens 7 days in advance & does sell out.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum
Enjoy art, drinks, special programming, music, city views, and more! Throughout the night, there will be a few "15-minute tours," highlighting different parts of the collection.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Play New Games like Blood on the Clocktower (BOTC)
Curious about a board game or looking to try something new? The Games Hosts will be teaching how to play a wide range of fun board games. Many come to play the social deduction game, Blood on the Clocktower (BOTC).
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Experts Talk on the Intersection of Arts & Healing (In Person AND Online!)
How can the arts be leveraged to influence policy, health systems, and social movements? Leading artists, researchers, and lived experience experts join a conversation exploring the intersection of arts and healing. This conversation will be curated and moderated by Dr. Nisha Sajnani, Assoc. Professor and Director of the NYU Steinhardt Graduate Program in Drama Therapy, Chair of the NYU Creative Arts Therapies Consortium, Co-Director of the Jameel Arts & Health Lab, and co-founder of Healing Arts NYC, a city-wide arts and health network. Dr. Sajnani is an advocate for the arts as a global health resource and leads an international network of researchers dedicated to measurably improving lives through the arts and arts therapies. Seating is first-come first-served. Just show up!
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Author Reading | Emerging Writers Read Original Material
This event highlights emerging writers from the MFA and MA programs at the City College of New York. Cost of a $5 general admission ticket can be applied towards the purchase of any book or any product in the bookstore cafe the night of an event.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
$5, ticket required
$5, ticket required
Workshop | Family Fridays: One for the Funny, Two for the Win? Explore Games and More
What can you do with just a deck of cards, one move, and one rule? A lot more than you'd expect. Join educator Nat Stahl for a playful, hands-on session exploring how minimal mechanics can lead to maximum mathematical discovery. When a whole room joins in, patterns emerge, probabilities unfold, and a clever twist takes everyone by surprise.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Play | Henrik Ibsen's The Lady from the Sea on the Patio
Hudson Classical Theater Company is celebrating their 22nd season with the esciting show: The Lady from the Sea, a play by Henrik Ibsen. This play follows Ellida, the daughter of a lighthouse-keeper, who loves the sea. Although married, Ellida is restless and troubled by a former romantic attachment. When her former fiance shows up to fetch her, Ellida must choose between her former lover or her husband.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Dancing | Swing Dancing with Live Music from Cait Jones
Jazz vocalist and swing dancer Cait Jones has captivated audiences worldwide with her "lovely voice, dead-on pitch, and subtle swing," (Jazz Lives, Michael Steinman). For this concerrt, Jones will be fronting her septet, with the musical direction of trombonist and bandleader, Mariel Bildsten. This will be the stateside premiere of some of Jones' original music written with French composer Mathieu Najean from the pair's first collaborative album, Outta the Blue with You (2023), a repertoire inspired by the great masters: Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Count Basie. The septet will also feature original arrangements of swing hits. Arrive early for a beginner's swing lesson to pick up a few of the basic steps before the live music begins! 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
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Broadway-Featured Singer-Songwriter Performs in the Park
Singer-songwriter Dez Duron brings his signature blend of classic crooner charm and modern pop sensibility to the stage. After appearing on NBC's The Voice and making his Broadway debut in Maybe Happy Ending, Duron captivates audiences with his smooth vocals, effortless charisma, and magnetic presence. Whether delivering a timeless standard or offering a heartfelt original, Duron's performance promises a night of soulful storytelling and timeless melodies.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
7:00 pm
Regular: $50
Member: $0
Regular: $50
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Poetry Reading | Poetry & Music in the Park
Enjoy a summer evening in the park with music and poetry. This program features two poets and a musician to explore and highlight the connections between poetry and music. Line-Up: m.s. RedCherries, Danez Smith, and Speedy Ortiz
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Freeform Creative Workshop with Artistic Community
This event invites artists, poets, and musicians connect to practice mindfulness and artistry. As part of the evening, you're invited to participate in the Bala Wellness Art Social, where you can express yourself and connect with others through art, using provided kits and mood boards for inspiration. You'll have everything you need with fun icebreakers and a chance to tap into your inner child. Join this celebratory space for a summer evening of joy, healing, and inspiration curated by Lincoln Center's Poet-in-Residence, Mahogany L. Browne. Seating is first-come first-served. Just show up!
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
Play | Shakespeare's Twelfth Night Outdoors with Lupita Nyong'o, Sandra Oh, Peter Dinklage, & Jesse Tyler Ferguson
Revel in the midsummer madness as twins Sebastian and Viola survive shipwreck, revenge plots, and the trick doors of love. Written by William Shakespeare Directed by Tony Award nominee Saheem Ali Cast: Lupita Nyong'o, Khris Davis, Sandra Oh, Junior Nyong'o, Peter Dinklage, Moses Sumney, John Ellison Conlee, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, b, Joe Tapper, Kapil Talwalkar, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | DJ Concrete Husband Hosts Nightlife Celebration in the Park
Special guest Concrete Husband throws a party in the park. Concrete Husband is a New York City-based producer, DJ, composer, and flutist. He’s released two dance records to critical acclaim, with Document hailing him as “redefining avant-garde composition.” Trained as a classical flutist and composer at the New England Conservatory of Music, Concrete Husband draws on a comprehensive knowledge of musical history to create sonic narratives that shimmer with emotional resonance and surrealist imagination. His DJ sets weave grooves of hypnotic techno to generate moments of psychedelic mania and sensual release. Concrete Husband moved to Brooklyn in 2021, becoming a fixture on lineups at raves and clubs like Basement, Merge, Knockdown Center, Zero Chill, and Bossa Nova. As a composer and performer, his scope of influence is boundless. Recent highlights include scoring Dion Lee’s 2024 Shanghai Fashion Week presentation, performing for Michèle Lamy and Erykah Badu’s Pre-Met Gala Dinner and the Munch Museum’s event at Milan Fashion Week, and creating flute music for Ari Aster’s 2023 film, Beau is Afraid (A24). Seating opens 30 minutes before showtime and is available on the grass or benches. Accessible seating is available. Please inform staff upon arrival if accommodations are needed.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
Free
Free
Party | DJ DANIRO Hosts Nightlife Celebration in the Park
Mistress of the Night, DANIRO is an Artist, DJ, & Producer. With a proven track record of delivering innovative and engaging DJ sets. DaNiro consistently places a future centered focus on the voices of underrepresented communities that are the pulse of contemporary electronic music, art & culture. The Club Diva has become a force in the New York City queer underground music and nightlife scene. Her DJ sets, are full of energy and sensual passion as she seamlessly intertwines elements of Ghetto Tech, Jungle, House, Club, Southern Hiphop and other Dance Genres often telling a story that transports you into her world and back.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Musical Adventure through Fire & Water
Acclaimed string quartet Brooklyn Rider presents Fire & Water, part of their most recent commissioning and recording project, The Four Elements. This evening's program is focused on the elements of Fire and Water. The element of Fire is represented by Akshaya Tucker's haunting Hollow Flame and Dmitri Shostakovich's searing String Quartet No. 8. The two-part program concludes with the element of Water, as represented by Conrad Tao's enchanting Undone and Osvaldo Golijov's stunningly gorgeous Tenebrae. Comprised of violinists Johnny Gandelsman and Colin Jacobsen, violist Nicholas Cords, and cellist Michael Nicolas, Brooklyn Rider's gripping performance style and unquenchable appetite for musical adventure have firmly established them as a singular force in the world of string quartets over their two decade history. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 pm
Free
Free
Dancing | Silent Disco: Afrobeats with Hourglass of WERC Crew
It's time to turn up the volume and get down on the dance floor! This silent disco takes place at NYC's largest outdoor dance floor underneath our ten-foot disco ball. Experience music and DJs from around the world, spinning live, straight to your high-fidelity headphones, distributed free on-site. This event's special guest is Hourglass, of the legendary WERC Crew. Hourglass musically showcases the African diaspora in the freshest and most innovative ways possible, intentionally prioritizing the LGBTQIA+ Black experience. She's opened on stage for PinkPantheress, Kaytranada, NAO, Masego, DVSN, Princess Nokia, and Sango; but tonight she brings the funk to this dance floor! 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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10:00 pm
Free
Free
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