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8 free events take place in New York City on Thursday, December 23, 2021.

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8 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, December 23, 2021

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Tour | 13 Tours, All City Neighborhoods, Any Time Of The Day, Choose One Tour Or Many

These free tours take place at various times during the day, all day long. You can make reservations for as many tours as your schedule allows. SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights + DUMBO 3 Hour Lower Manhattan Harlem Chelsea and the High Line 6 Hour Downtown Combined Greenwich Village Central Park Lower Manhattan Midtown Manhattan Grand Central Terminal Graffiti and Street Art Tours World Trade Center

Manhattan, New York, NY

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10:00 am
free

Museums | British Decorative Arts, Design, Sculpture

Almost seven hundred works of art: British decorative arts, design, and sculpture created between 1500 and 1900. The exhibition provides a fresh perspective on the period, focusing on its bold, entrepreneurial spirit and complex history. You will find a 17th century staircase with exquisite naturalistic carvings; three magnificent historic interiors from Kirtlington Park, Croome Court, and Lansdowne House; one hundred English teapots; an array of enameled candlesticks, silver toys, necessaires, gold boxes and more. Proof of vaccination, ID, masks are required.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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10:00 am
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**Film | Holiday Inn (1942): Oscar Winning Musical**

At an inn which is only open on holidays, a crooner and a hoofer vie for the affections of a beautiful up-and-coming performer. 100 min. Director: Mark Sandrich. Starring Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, Marjorie Reynolds. Holiday Inn received a 1943 Academy Award for Best Original Song, as well as Academy Award nominations for Best Score and Best Original Story.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Fair | Holiday Market: Unique Gifts, Food Vendors and More

The market has over 160 vendors with unique gifts created by local craftsmen, artists and entrepreneurs. Nov 18 - Dec 24 Monday - Saturday, 11am - 8pm Sunday 11am - 7pm Closed Thanksgiving Day Closed at 4pm on Christmas Eve

Manhattan, New York, NY

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

**Classical Music | Essercizii Musici by Telemann (In-Person and Online)**

Alex Yu, recorder; Ka-Wai Yu, viola da gamba and baroque cello; Dongsok Shin, harpsichord. The Essercizii Musici by Telemann is one of the most accomplished collection of chamber music written in the late Baroque. It consists of 24 works composed for various combination of instruments. They are all very well-crafted pieces even though Telemann wrote this collection for amateur musicians at the time. Concentus will perform four of these sonatas for recorder, viola da gamba, and harpsichord. Concentus is consisted of active music educators, clinicians and sought-after artists, who are travelling internationally to bring witty fresh stream of Baroque Music to the audience.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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1:15 pm
free, no reservation required

**Gallery Talk | Supertall!: A Curator's Tour**

Museum director Carol Willis will offer a gallery tour of the show that surveys 58 supertalls worldwide and highlights a dozen recently completed towers that represent some of the stunning new forms and innovative approaches to structural engineering around the world today. See link for COVID protocols.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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3:00 pm
free

Museums | European Fine Art: Vermeer, Rembrandt and More

This museum of fine art was open to the public in 1935. Its permanent collection features masterpieces by major European artists from the Renaissance to the early 20th century. Exhibitions also include sculptures, furniture, porcelain items, textiles and more. Proof of vaccination and masks are required. Children under 10 are not admitted.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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4:00 pm
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Tour | Christmas in Chicago - Magnificent Mile Lights (online)

Chicago's winters are chilly, but you can discover how the city celebrates Christmas from the warmth of your own home! Join Mike for the "Christmas in Chicago" tour as he strolls around the city after sunset to share the beautiful holiday lights and so much more. On the "Magnificent Mile Lights" tour, you will stroll down the Midwest's premier retail corridor showcasing the wonderful Christmas decor and architectural landmarks stunningly lit up at night!

Manhattan, New York, NY

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6:00 pm
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Complimentary Tickets

to shows, concerts ... (CFT Deals!)

Play | Psychological Drama

Regular Price: $55
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Classical Music | Holiday Concert at a Landmark Venue

Regular Price: $40
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Dance Performance | "Astonishing" Choreographer

Regular Price: $54
CFT Member Price: $0.00