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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on July 12, 2022?

31 free events take place on Tuesday, July 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 July 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 July . 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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31 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, July 12, 2022

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

Editor's Picks

free events nyc Thunderous Drums in the Japanese Tradition
free events nyc My Name Is Sara (2019): A Teenager's Secret
free events nyc The Measure: Do You Want to Know How Long You'll Live?
free events nyc Richard III: Shakespeare Drama Outdoors
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Workshop | Tai Chi in Midtown


Learn and master this Chinese martial art for health and self-defense.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 am
Free

Workshop | Cardio Dance Workshop


A fusion of Hip-Hop, R&B, Afro beats and dance cardio that promotes self-love and body confidence, using easy-to-follow moves.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Yoga in the Park


They welcome all levels of practice. Every pose can be modified, adapted or adjusted to your liking. Be sure to bring your own yoga mat.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Exercise in disguise! Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Bring your friends and come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Workshop | Tai Chi in the Park


Tai chi—the ultimate mind and body workout, often described as “meditation in motion”—involves slow, fluid, continuous movements through formalized postures of centuries-old Chinese Taoist martial arts. Pin Pin Su teaches tai chi in conjunction with qi gong, with the philosophy that mind, body, and spirit are all interrelated. She combines her Eastern medicinal healing roots with a Western twist for an all-encompassing mind/body experience. When not in a classroom, she has private patients that come to her for one-on-one expressive therapy. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes to move around in. Water will be provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Workshop | Yoga: Calm Your Mind and Body


Calm your mind and nervous system with a very beginner-friendly yoga class that focuses on therapeutic movements and simple yet powerful breathing techniques. Flexibility is not a prerequisite to joining the class. The only requirement is an open mind and willingness to try! Please bring your own yoga mat for this class. All participants must sign an Exercise Release Form prior to attendance. Instructor Siewli is a bodyworker who specializes in using embodied practices to help others feel more connected to their bodies, health, and well-being. She believes that movement and feeling good in our bodies is a birthright and that everyone should have the opportunity to explore and enhance their relationship with their bodies through movement, breath, touch, and stillness.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Concert | Thunderous Drums in the Japanese Tradition


Taikoza created a new sound using the thunderous rhythms of the ancestral Taiko drums and the magical sounds of the bamboo flutes. Roughly translated, Taiko means big drums-and that's exactly what Taikoza brings. Big Drums, powerful rhythms, and electrifying, room-thumping energy. This exciting group draws from Japan's rich tradition of music and performance to create a highly visual performance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Blitz Chess & Backgammon


A lunch time program for passersby to play a quick game of chess or backgammon. Using clocks, opponents will play 5 minute games that are fast, furious and fun. An instructor will be on hand to offer pointers and tips to improve your game.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Jazz | Piano in the Park


New York City's finest ragtime, stride, and jazz pianists perform.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Workshop | Juggling in the City


Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in Midtown Manhattan. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Book Club | The Snake Pit: Inside the American Mental Health System


Mary Jane Ward's book is "one of the first novels about the American mental health system turns out to be among the freshest, and most darkly funny, examples of a genre that is often grimly earnest if well-meaning" (Kirkus Reviews).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Workshop | Origami Workshop


Learn the art of creative paper folding in the Japanese tradition. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and materials are provided. Classes are taught by Gay Merrill Gross, author of eleven origami and paper-folding books.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Workshop | Drop-In Chess


Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning -- plus it's fun. For ages 5 and up (adults welcome).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
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Concert | Midtown Music


Find accomplished musicians playing live music in a series of pop-up performances. Linger and listen for a song or two, come across an unexpected soundtrack during lunch or on your commute home, and be surprised by the melodies of midtown.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
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Dance Lesson | Salsa Social


Come alone and make some friends, bring a date or bring the family. Come as you are, everyone is welcome and dancers of all levels are encouraged to participate.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Open Mike | First Draft Open Mic


A reading series with a DJ and hosted by Urban Word NYC. First Draft is a free, uncensored, open mic for all ages, which encourages artistic expression, experimentation, and development across all genres.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:15 pm
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Book Discussion | Building the Brooklyn Bridge, 1869-1883: An Illustrated History with Images (online)


Jeffrey Richman, Green-Wood Cemetery's historian and collector of 19th-century New Yorkiana, has created a fresh book on a very familiar New York icon. Richman has assembled stereoview and lantern slide photographs of the bridge under construction, as well as woodcuts and other memorabilia, collaborated with other historians and collectors, and mined public archives for unpublished material and one-of-a-kind drawings and specifications to tell the story of how the Brooklyn Bridge came into being.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Film | My Name Is Sara (2019): A Teenager's Secret


Sara is a a 13-year-old Polish Jew who finds refuge and is taken in by a farmer and his wife. She soon discovers the dark secrets of her employers' marriage, compounding the greatest secret she must strive to protect, her true identity. Director: Steven Oritt Stars: Zuzanna Surowy, Konrad Cichon, Pawel Krolikowski 111 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Park Walk | Park Tour: From Freight to Flowers


Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, design, and landscape.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Poetry Reading | Poetry in the Park


Award-winning poetry by established and emerging poets. Featuring: Marisa Frasca Maria Giura George Guida Maria Terrone
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Dancing | Social Salsa Dancing


Salsa and social dancing in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Enjoy a free outdoor salsa class. Learn from New York City's finest salsa instructors, then, show off your moves on the dance floor with a full hour of social dancing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Author Reading | The Measure: Do You Want to Know How Long You'll Live?


It seems like any other day. You wake up, pour a cup of coffee, and head out. But today, when you open your front door, waiting for you is a small wooden box. This box holds your fate inside: the answer to the exact number of years you will live. From suburban doorsteps to desert tents, every person on every continent receives the same box. In an instant, the world is thrust into a collective frenzy. Where did these boxes come from? What do they mean? Is there truth to what they promise? As society comes together and pulls apart, everyone faces the same shocking choice: Do they wish to know how long they'll live? And, if so, what will they do with that knowledge? With author Nikki Erlick.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free

Dance Lesson | Afro-Caribbean Dance Class


Follow the sound of the booming drums and dance on over to Afro-Caribbean dance class. Batingua Arts is back, bringing energy and excitement to the waterfront. Tuesdays, July 5-26, 2022
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Pilates in the Park


Instructor Melissa Ricci leads a flowing, multi-level pilates mat class that will tone and balance your muscles, align your body, strengthen your core, and give you renewed energy. Bring your own mat. Tuesdays, July 5-August 16, 2022
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Yoga on the River


From guided meditation and refreshing yoga to high-intensity workouts and weekly run clubs, there's something for all skill levels to enjoy this summer.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Author Reading | Night of the Living Rez: New Short Stories (online)


Morgan Talty to the stage in honor of his debut short story collection. The collection is a striking amalgam of stories about what it means to be Penobscot, told through the eyes of various individuals in a Native community in Maine. Talty’s work is a celebration of contemporary fiction and the magic of the short story, challenging our imaginations of perspective and place with persistent humor and compassion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | The Poet's House: A New Novel by New York Times Bestselling Author Jean Thompson (online)


Jean Thompson's new novel is an unforgettable, lighthearted story about a young woman who discovers the insular world of writers, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Year We Left Home. Carla is in her twenties, working for a landscaper, lacking confidence, still unsure what direction her life will take. Viridian is a lauded and lovely aging poet whose reputation has been defined by her infamous affair with a famous male poet, Mathias, many years earlier. When Carla is hired to work at Viridian's house, she is perplexed by this community of writers: their tendency to recite lines in conversation, the stories of their many liaisons, their endless wine-soaked nights. And still she becomes enamored with Viridian and her whole circle, and especially with the power of words, the “ache and hunger that can both be awakened and soothed by a poem,” a hunger that Carla feels sharply at this stagnating moment in her young life. At the same time, she sees how even Viridian has had to compromise so much to take her place in the world of letters. And as Viridian’s standing begins to fade, a number of people angle to gain possession of Mathias’s cycle of poems written about Viridian, a cycle he famously burned as he read them. Yet long after Mathias' s death, one copy may still rest with Viridian. If so, why won't she release it?
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Video | Dance on Film: Vitruvian (online)


A solo performance by Jerron Herman, Vitruvian explores the ways natural phenomena and history enter and live in the body. This video work shares allegorical tale of the life cycle of the Vitruvian man as he traverses multiple hemispheres.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Play | Richard III: Shakespeare Drama Outdoors


Tony Award nominee Robert O'Hara (Slave Play, The Public's Barbecue) brings his sharp wit and storytelling genius with a bold new production of Richard III. One of Shakespeare's most indelible villains, Richard is determined to be King. Following his lust for power and the throne, he manipulates, kidnaps, and kills all who stand between him and his throne, using brilliant words and dark charm to conceal his dismantling of government and justice. This masterful dive into the muddy middle between political genius and violent power grab arrives with piercing relevancy and electrifying drama.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Reading | Female Genius & Friends: Voices, Commentary, Music (online)


Howl! Happening is pleased to present another in its &Friends residencies curated by Female Genius. It features programs curated by notable artists—with the voices, commentary, music, and writing of friends they admire and collaborate with. Female Genius is a collaborative musical group comprised of multidisciplinary artists: Julie Hair, Marnie Jaffe, and Nikki D’Agostino.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Play | Twelfth Night: "Afrofuturistic" Take on the Shakespeare Classic


Shakespeare’s classic gets an “Afrofuturistic” makeover. This interpretation will engage with the global conversation around equity and inclusion. It features a majority-Black creative team including director Carl Cofield, Classical Theatre of Harlem’s Associate Artistic Director.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
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Classical Music | Choral Work by Haydn and More at a Landmark Venue

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