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Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, July 30, 2026!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York, Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
July 30, 2026. Free shows, concerts, movies, tours are New York (NYC) best kept secret! New York City never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.
New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).
So do not wot till tomorrow, start using these unique New York City opportunities today, July 30, 2026!
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, July 30, 2026!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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Free things to do, free events that take place in the City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (July 30, 2026) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!
In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York, Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
Join the Club!
Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
Join the Club!
Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
Join the Club!
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!
Let New York City surprise, stimulate, entertain and excite you! Read More
Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides:
- free concerts in NYC
- free movies in NYC
- free jazz in NYC
- free poetry readings in NYC
- free tours/hikes in NYC
- free city walks in NYC
- free Yoga /Tai Chi in NYC
- fairs and parades in NYC
- free theater in NYC
- free tickets to concerts, theater and dance performances in NYC
'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).
54 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Thursday, July 30, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.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
Museums | An Architect of her own Legacy: The Life of Marilyn Monroe
Experience a captivating cultural exhibit that presents a more complete story of one of history's most iconic figures. While Marilyn has often been portrayed in a certain light, this exhibit uncovers the untold aspects of her story. Beyond her famous image, Marilyn's private life reveals her as a reader, strategist, and businesswoman who dedicated herself to her craft, fought for better roles, established a production company, and took charge of her destiny. Upstairs, a carefully curated selection from her personal library features over 400 books spanning literature, poetry, psychology, philosophy, and more, highlighting the curious and introspective mind behind the legend.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
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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11:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Multi-Level Community Yoga in the Park
A welcome multi-level yoga class in the park open to everyone. Bring your own mat.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | How To Compose Shots for Macro-Photography
Photographer Lester Lefkowitz will live-demonstrate some of the mechanics and hardware used to create successful close-up and macro photographs. These will include use of extension tubes and close-up filters, lighting (indoors and in the field), important tripod features, critical focusing methods, geared heads for perfect composition, small flash techniques, and the use of focusing slides for focus stacking (watch it in real time!).
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
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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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Live Jazz & Contemporary Music to Brighten Up Your Afternoon (Outdoors)
Come down to the park for lunch and let the musicians from The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music provide the soundtrack to your afternoon. Bistro tables and seating are provided for your enjoyment.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Broadway Showtunes from Acclaimed Shows: Wicked, Aladdin, Chicago, & More (in the Park)
A lunchtime performance of music with real Broadway performers. Hosted by Cubby & Christine
Aladdin
Chicago
SIX
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Titanique
Wicked
Pre-show: AMDA College of the Performing Arts
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Mixed Media Portrait-Making Session with a Professional Artist (Part 1)
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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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Works by Stravinsky & More for Violin & Piano
Lauren Conroy, violin, Matthew Schultheis, piano. Program: Morton Feldman (1926-1987) 2 Intermissions Toru Takemitsu (1930-1996) Hika Morton Feldman (1926-1987) For Aaron Copland Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971) 2 Eclogues (from Duo Concertant) George Enescu (1881-1955) Impressions d'enfance, Op. 28
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Hoppers (2026): Animated Sci-Fi Comedy with Jon Hamm (Family Movie)
Scientists have discovered how to "hop" human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals, allowing people to communicate with animals as animals! Mabel is an animal lover who seizes an opportunity to use the technology, uncovering mysteries within the animal world that are beyond anything she could have imagined, and finds herself at the center of a revolution formed to face a major human threat. Director: Daniel Chong Cast: Piper Curda, Bobby Moynihan, Jon Hamm, Kathy Najimy, Dave Franco Jon Hamm is an actor best known for his role as Don Draper in the period drama series Mad Men (2007–2015), for which he won numerous accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Predator: Badlands (2025) -- Sci-Fi Action Film with Elle Fanning
A young Predator outcast from his clan finds an unlikely ally on his journey in search of the ultimate adversary. Cast out from its clan, an alien hunter and an unlikely ally embark on a treacherous journey in search of the ultimate adversary. Director: Dan Trachtenberg Cast: Elle Fanning, Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi Elle Fanning is an American actress. Her accolades include nominations for an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and four Golden Globe Awards.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | A Poetic Quartet of Improvisation
Witness a performance featuring New Jersey native Steve Swell, who has performed in New York City since the mid-seventies. He is a trombonist, composer, and educator who has recorded with jazz legends including Lionel Hampton, Buddy Rich, William Parker, Anthony Braxton, Cecil Taylor, and Jemeel Moondoc. Swell has received recognition and accolades for his musical performances and will be joined by Rob Brown (alto saxophone), William Parker (bass), and Jeremy Carlstedt (drums).
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Most Watched International Sporting Events on the Big (30-foot!) Screen Outdoors: Baseball
Today's Schedule:
2:00pm - 5:00pm MLB- Yankees vs Chicago
7:00pm - 10:00pm MLB- Mets vs Miami
*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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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Play Mah Jongg on the Plaza
Play Mah Jongg with players of all skill levels! Socials are hosted and organized by Linda Fisher, and players play the National Mah Jongg League style. Participants are welcome to borrow equipment, or bring their own Mah Jongg sets. Mah Jongg lessons are currently unavailable at this time.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Award-Winning Photographer Leads Demonstration on Capturing the Human Face
In this two-hour live demonstration, Joe McNally will address the human visage with lenses that literally frame the face with incredible detail and light it with beautifully crafted light. Ongoing Q&A throughout the demo. McNally will talk his way through the process of building an effective portrait. It is the job of the photographer to find the beauty, literally, in everyone with the powerful combination of lenses and light. Human faces hold boundless stories, and it's our job as photographers to frame and illuminate those stories. Choice of lens is crucial, as is the mechanics of the lens. Wide open, closed down? Tight, wide? The frame the lens renders for the face begins the conversation. The light applied to that face shows the beauty and charisma of the subject. It's a partnership the light establishes with the camera and the lens.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | High School Musical (2006): Musical FIlm with Zac Efron
A basketball star and a brainy girl each want to perform in a high school musical, and fall in love. Meanwhile, a number of peers object to their new ambitions. Director: Kenny Ortega Cast: Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Lucas Grabeel, Alyson Reed, Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Stanely Kubrick's Full Metal Jacket (1987): Vietnam War Film
A young American Marine witnesses the dehumanizing effects of the Vietnam war on his fellow recruits, from their grueling bootcamp to the brutal fighting. Director: Stanley Kubrick Cast: Matthew Modine, Adam Baldwin, Vincent D'Onofrio, Lee Ermey, Dorian Harewood, Arliss Howard Stanley Kubrick was an American film director, screenwriter, producer, and photographer. Widely considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time, his films were nearly all adaptations of novels or short stories, spanning a number of genres and gaining recognition for their intense attention to detail, innovative cinematography, extensive set design, and dark humor. While many of Kubrick's films were controversial and initially received mixed reviews upon release--particularly the brutal A Clockwork Orange (1971)--most were nominated for Academy Awards, Golden Globes, or BAFTA Awards, and underwent critical re-evaluations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum
Explore a museum dedicated to Holocaust remembrance, Jewish life, and education. View expansive galleries, survivor testimonies, and tens of thousands of artifacts. The museum also offers a theater, a genealogy center, an outdoor memorial, and a cafe.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Kayaking on the East River
Glide along the water this summer in an East River embayment with a kayaking session! All levels are welcome including first-time kayakers -- life vests and all equipment provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Register for a 20-minute time slot. Please note this event is subject to change due to weather or other extenuating circumstances
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn Lawn Bowling on Historic Greens
The New York Lawn Bowling Club hosts a drop-in clinic on the greens. Show up, grab a set of bowls, and a club member will walk you through the basics before you play your first end. No experience needed, and no equipment to bring. The only requirement is flat-soled shoes to protect the turf.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Three Floors. Hundreds of Images. One Unforgettable Way to See
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
Workshop | Full-Body Fitness Class in the Park (All-Levels Welcome)
An outdoor workout in the park for building strength, balance, and community. This full-body fitness class is designed to energize your week, boost your mood, and build community in the heart of Lower Manhattan. Every movement can be modified, making it perfect for beginners, returning exercisers, and parents looking to reset after school drop-off.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Jump into Double Dutch with the Pros
Learn the fundamentals of street-style and competitive jump rope with the Double Dutch Aunties.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson
A welcoming public kayaking experience and see New York City from the water. Guests will receive basic paddling and safety instruction, be fitted with safety gear, and paddle in a protected area with trained volunteers nearby. No experience is needed, and children are welcome with a parent or guardian. Guests must know how to swim. First-come, first-served, sign-up line often closes early due to high demand.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Party | 2 Floors of House x Disco Music in the Museum (Dancing, Food, Drinks, & Community)
Enjoy an evening of soulful grooves and club sounds! Don't miss this night of dance, art, and community. DJ Stormin Norman and DJ Bridge will transform the museum into a dancefloor with sets spanning Disco favorites, soulful House, and dance floor anthems inspired by New York City’s nightlife culture. This event will celebrate the sounds that transformed New York into a global dance capital with two floors of nonstop music, from glittering Disco classics to deep House grooves. Highlights of the Night:
Summer cocktails and specialty drinks from our Park View Bar
Delicious bites and sweet treats available for purchase
Explore our exhibitions after hours
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Movie in a Park | Clueless (1995): 90's Teen Classic (Outdoors)
Shallow, rich and socially sucessful Cher is at the top ofher Beverly Hills high school's pecking scale. Seeing herself as a matchmaker, Cher first coaxes two teachers into dating each other. Emboldened by her success, she decides to give hopelessly klutzy new student Tai a makeover. When Tai becomes more popular than she is, Cher realizes that her disapproving ex-stepbrother was right about how misguided she was - and falls for him. Director: Amy Heckerling Cast: Alicia Silverstone, Paul Rudd, Brittany Murphy, Stacey Dash Guests are welcome to bring their own food for picnicking and encouraged to support nearby park concessions and neighborhood restaurants. Popcorn, water, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages (for those 21+) will be available for sale on-site. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets or small soft cushions, but reminded that lawn chairs and dogs are not permitted on the lawn, and glass bottles and outside alcohol are never allowed in the park.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Souls for Sale (1923): Silent Comedy Drama
A behind-the-scenes, "insider" look at Hollywood, circa 1923, in this previously lost silent film. A small town girl abandons her new husband and finds herself caught up in a film shoot. Director: Rupert Hughes Cast: Eleanor Boardman, Frank Mayo, Mae Busch, Richard Dix, Lew Cody, Barbara La Marr, Charlie Chaplin
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Carnegie Hall-Featured Musician Takes the Stage
Singer and drummer Ruby Laks lights up the stage with her dynamic rhythms and deep musicality. She’s shared the stage with Edmar Colón, Chico Pinheiro, Mark Mothersbaugh, and Gerald Cannon, and has appeared everywhere from intimate jazz clubs and private events to Carnegie Hall, NeueHouse Hollywood, and the Monterey Jazz Festival with the Women in Jazz Band.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Drag Trivia & Bingo Night at the Museum
Win prizes and glory at this museum-hosted trivia night. Come test your art history knowledge, and the trivia champions will even get the winning cocktail named after them.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Muay Thai Lessons: Hands-On Instruction To Improve Your Fitness
This summer, learn the fundamentals of Thai Boxing and kickboxing with Patrick Stout; starting with: stance, footwork, then moving on to offense, defense, and techniques. This is a great opportunity to receive hands-on instruction and hone your craft. Whether you’re looking to learn the fundamentals, improve your fitness, or challenge yourself with something new, the instructors will guide you every step of the way. Expect a dynamic mix of drills, conditioning, and technique. No experience is required.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Play | The Dancing Men: Sherlock Holmes Mystery Play 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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Award-Winning Novelist-Led Workshop on Fiction Writing 101
A workshop with Gotham Fiction instructor Susan Breen to get some grounded craft advice and work on your stories. Nothing beats playing make-believe on the page in the heart of summertime New York City. Susan Breen is the author of the novels Merry, The Fiction Class, and the Maggie Dove mystery series. Her short stories have appeared in American Literary Review, the Chattahoochee Review, Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine, and Ellery Queen’s Mystery Magazine, as well as the anthologies Best American Nonrequired Reading and Murder Most Diabolical, and she has won the Margery Allingham Short Mystery Competition.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Evening Yoga on the Water: Relax, Stretch, & Reset
Unwind and find your balance along the waterfront with Chelsea Piers Fitness. This class is the perfect place to relax, stretch out and reset. A great fit for any fitness level.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Multi-Genre Singer-Songwriter on the Waterfront (+ DJ Set)
A musical jack-of-all-trades, Amelia Day blends folk, rock, and pop with heartfelt storytelling and raw delivery, crafting songs that feel both fresh and familiar. Her songwriting explores themes from coming of age to climate change, with queerness and candor at center stage. 6:30 PM: DJ SET 7:30 PM: SHOW
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Dancing | Salsa on the the Pier (Beginners Welcome)
World-renowned dancer, instructor, and producer Talía Castro-Pozo and her line-up of friends lead a salsa dance party. Celebrated as “The Woman of Salsa” by Latina Magazine, Talía is trained in everything from Ballroom to Jazz. Whether you’re a novice or advanced dancer, every level is welcome, with beginner Salsa lessons to kick off the night before swinging into an open dance affair. 6:30 PM: Beginner Lessons 7:15 PM: Open Dance
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
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
Free
Free
7:00 pm
Regular: $45
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Regular: $45
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7:00 pm
Regular: $27
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Regular: $27
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Book Discussion | Prize-Winning Author Shares Her Latest Short Story Collection: Horizon Hong Kong
Novelist Xu Xi in conversation with author Robert Anthony Siegel. About the Book: One of Hong Kong’s leading English writers, Xu Xi investigates and invigorates the transnational, transcultural, and translingual dimensions of her beloved city in these 22 stories covering the 1960s to the present day. Written against the backdrop of tremendous political change—from Hong Kong’s transformation from a British colony to a Chinese Special Administrative Region in 1997 to the political turmoil of the 2014 Occupy Hong Kong protests and the 2019 Polytechnic University occupation—Xu’s stories capture the intimate realities of lives led and choices made under the shadow of a city that looms large in our imagination.
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
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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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Thursday Nights at One of NYC's Leading Museum
Contemporary art is a vital social force that advances questioning, learning, and working towards a better society. This weekly program offers an accessible opportunity to explore groundbreaking exhibitions by emerging and established artists from around the globe. Engage with current artistic dialogues and help expand the definition of art.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Concert | Broadway Star Celebrates R&B & Soul
An R&B Soulfest, a celebration of music, storytelling, and community, honoring the enduring influence of R&B and soul across generations. The event features Jared Wayne Gladly joined by a live band and guest vocalists. A dynamic multi-hyphenate star, whose work spans Broadway, Off-Broadway, and stages across the world, Gladly brings a sound that's rooted, rich, and expressive. Inspired by the communal spirit of Harlem and the energy of classic New York, the performance blends nostalgia with a fresh, contemporary edge. The result is a feel-good experience that invites audiences to gather, unwind, and move to the music together. 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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7:30 pm
Free
Free
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
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7:30 pm
pay-what-you-wish, tickets required
pay-what-you-wish, tickets required
7:30 pm
Regular: $60
Member: $0
Regular: $60
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Movie in a Park | Captain America: Brave New World (2025): Marvel Superhero Film (Outdoors)
Anthony Mackie returns as the high-flying hero Sam Wilson, who's officially taken up the mantle of Captain America. After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red. Director: Julius Onah Cast: Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Carl Lumbly, Xosha Roquemore, Giancarlo Esposito, Liv Tyler
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
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Dancing | Bop along to Latine Sounds To Connect the Past & Present: Cumbia, Danzon, & More
This event is a meeting of the minds, where experimentalists Camilo Lara's and Eblis Alvarez's deliriously catchy world compels you to move to a new tropical language. Lara and Alvarez have spent years exploring the far reaches of Latine music with their respective groups, Mexican Institute of Sound and Meridian Brothers. Merging their creative alchemies, the duo created Ruido Tovar, a new album that unpacks the musical lineage binding the creators' homelands: Colombia and Mexico. Ruido Tovar adds electronic elements to a wide variety of influences--from experimental tropical sounds, to '60s psychedelic cumbia from Mexico, danzon, and son--to connect the sonic past and present. 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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8:00 pm
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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,
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Comedy Club | Standup Show
Catch some of the best comedians at this free weekly stand-up show, featuring a lineup of rising stars and seasoned favorites. Past performers include Sheng Wang, Mark Normand, Dan Soder, Annie Lederman, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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8:30 pm
Regular: $35
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Regular: $35
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Dancing | Silent Disco: Blend of Classic & Breaking Hip-Hop, R&B, House, & Club Music on the Plaza
A night of dancing to body-shaking R&B from the 1990s and early aughts. A fixture across the city's underground party scene, the Bronx-based artist is known for her edits and bootlegs, as well as her artful blend of classic and breaking Hip-Hop, R&B, house, and club music. DJ FLWRSHRK is also a storyteller in her own right, publishing music journalism via her HangTime Magazine. DJ FLWRSHRK will bring the communal joy of the club to the plaza. 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
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