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6 free events take place on Sunday, December 25 in New York City.

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6 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, December 25, 2022

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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Festival | Luminaries: A Mesmerizing Display of Colorful Lanterns

Conceived by the LAB at Rockwell Group, Luminaries' glowing canopy consists of 640 twinkling custom lanterns that change in color and intensity. View a special light show at the top of every hour from 8am to 10pm, set to holiday songs.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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8:00 am
free...

Birdwatching | Birding: Winter Birds

Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best viewing spots in New York City to see migratory winter birds. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Please bring your own binoculars.

Queens, New York, NY

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10:00 am
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Classical Music | Handel's Messiah

At this Eucharist of Christmas Day the music of Handel's beloved oratorio Messiah provides all the liturgical material as well as musical settings of the traditional Christmas Day readings from both the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament. St John's professional Choir is joined by the Strathmere Ensemble (harpsichord and stings) and Leonard Bopp (trumpet) for this immersion in choruses and solos from Handel's great work. Hymns by Handel are also included, such as Joy to the World. A reception will follow.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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11:00 am
free, registration required

Birdwatching | Birding: Owls

Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best bird viewing spots in New York City. Learn more about the various species of owls found in our parks and hopefully be lucky enough to spot them. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Please bring your own binoculars.

Bronx, New York, NY

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1:00 pm
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