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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on March 5, 2016?

33 free events take place on Saturday, March 5 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 March 5 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 March . 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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33 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, March 5, 2016

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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free events nyc David W. Jacobsen performs from his CD Not What I Meant
free events nyc Concert on Water: Classical Music
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Workshop | Health and Race Walking


Moderate-to-brisk walks led by the NY Walkers Club for people 18 years and older of all abilities. This low-impact fitness program is perfect for those who want to get in shape, build muscle tone, strength and increase cardiovascular health while enjoying Central Park's beautiful landscapes. This event takes place every Saturday.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
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Tour | All-in-One Downtown Tour


This tour utilizes your feet and the New York City Subway* to transport you from Lower Manhattan, the birthplace of New York, through Wall St and the Financial District, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown and Midtown Manhattan. There will be ample opportunities for memorable pictures. You'll get the chance to savor NY's best pizza and cannoli and other treats, learn how to play NY handball, maybe bargain with a shopkeeper in Chinatown, observe a game of street chess in Greenwich Village, people watch and window shop in SoHo, and kick back on the Highline Park. Along the way, you'll master the subway and learn about New York's Finest! This tour takes place Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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City Walk | Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo Tour


This is a 3-hour tour that begins with a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, an icon of New York City for over 125 years, with spectacular views of Manhattan and Brooklyn. The tour then moves on to a stroll of Brooklyn Heights, America’s and New York City’s first suburb. The tour then explores the neighborhood DUMBO before ending at the Fulton Ferry landing. This tour takes place every day at 10am.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Mac Computers for Beginners


Learn the basics of using a Mac computer.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Tour | Andrew Freedman Home and Randalls Island Walk


Slow pace, total hike about 12 miles and 6 hours. First part, walking to the Andrew Freedman Home Open House and eating lunch, about 5 miles and 3 hours; second part, walking to Randalls Island then back to Manhattan over the pedestrian bridge, about 7 miles and 3 hours, with easy drop off points after the first part.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$3

City Walk | Manhattan Statues and Outdoor Monuments Walk: Financial District


Relaxed walking, child friendly/stroller friendly, level ground, 3 to 4 hours. Walk around Battery Park; view Indian Museum statues, beautiful historical building, the Bull, Trinity Church and cemetery, and Ground Zero sites. Bring lunch, water, binoculars or a camera with optical zoom lens. Wear very warm clothing and walking shoes. Heavy snow or rain cancels. Call Friday evening until 9:00PM, if weather is a question
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$3

Tour | Southern Park Welcome Tour


Travel from Grand Army Plaza, past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and stop at the Dairy on this trip through the southern Park highlights. Route involves moderate inclines and some stairs. 45 minutes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Discussion | Graphic Novels: Where They Come From and How They Work


A discussion and activity led by Jesse Karp, Professor at Pratt Institute. This discussion will allow you to dip into the birth of the art form with a look at a pivotal moment in the medium's history, then plug into the mechanics behind the images, with an examination of the structure and symbols sequential art uses to convey stories, ideas, and emotions. The discussion will end with a brief activity to allow the participant to experience the process of creating a graphic novel (no art or writing experience necessary).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Staged Reading | Instant Shakespeare Company: Twelfth Night


This is the Instant Shakespeare's 17th Season of presenting free readings of all of Shakespeare's plays annually.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Film | Tony Gilroy's The Bourne Legacy (2012): International Intrigue


Stars: Jeremy Renner, Rachel Weisz, Edward Norton. An expansion of the universe of Robert Ludlum's novels, centered on a new hero with stakes triggered by the events of the previous three films. 135 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Concert | David W. Jacobsen performs from his CD Not What I Meant


David W. Jacobsen performs catchy, acoustic songs mixing humorous social commentary and melancholy reflection.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:30 pm
No cover

Workshop | Photoshop for Beginners


Learn how to enhance photos using the number 1 photo editing software in the world; Adobe Photoshop. In this class you learn the features of Photoshop and learn about layers and use them to manipulate images to your desire. Class is conducted on Macintosh computers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Talk | Break Free of Limiting Beliefs


With Barbara Phillips. Gain greater clarity about what's holding you back from what you want in your life. Learn simple strategies to move beyond perceived limitations into a life you love living.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Brooklyn Heights Tour


Known as America's first suburb, Brooklyn Heights is truly a gem. Travel and Leisure named it one of America's top 10 most beautiful neighborhoods, and its beauty is rivaled only by its place in American history. These quaint, tree-lined streets have been the sites of Revolutionary War battles, abolitionist activism and have inspired numerous novelists. Visit a stop on the Underground Railroad, or the home of Truman Capote, where he penned Breakfast at Tiffany's and where Jackie Robinson signed with the Dodgers. This tour takes place Saturdays at 2pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Discussion | Meet the Founding Editors of the CBC Diversity Committee


In 2009, a group of children's book editors founded the group Diversity in Books. This in turn became part of the CBC Diversity Committee, a group dedicated to furthering the cause of diverse literature in children's publishing. Join founding editors Stacey Barney (Penguin Random House), Connie Hsu (Macmillan), Alvina Ling (Little, Brown and Co.), Nancy Mercado (Scholastic), and Stacy Whitman (Lee & Low Books) for a talk about how this issue has evolved through the years.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concert | Opening Performance of the Complete Bach Organ Series


Before his untimely passing in August of 2015, John Scott often spoke of his desire to perform a cycle of the complete organ works of J.S. Bach on the gallery organ. As a tribute to their mentor and to celebrate the completion of the Taylor and Boody organ, Stephen Buzard and Benjamin Sheen are undertaking this project in a monthly recital series. Program: Stephen Buzard plays: Fantasia super Komm, Heiliger Geist, BWV 651 Sonata VI in G major, BWV 530 Ich ruf zu dir, BWV 639 Wo soll lich fliehen hin, BWV 646 Wer nur den lieben Gott, BWV 657 Benjamin Sheen plays: Toccata in F, BWV 540 Ach bleib bei uns, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 649 O Lamm Gottes, unschuldig, BWV 618 Kommst du nun, Jesu, vom Himmel herunter auf Erden, BWV 650 Passacaglia in c, BWV 582
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

Film | Peter Yates' Oscar Winner Bullitt (1968): McQueen vs. Mafia


Stars: Steve McQueen, Jacqueline Bisset, Robert Vaughn. An all-guts, no-glory San Francisco cop becomes determined to find the underworld kingpin that killed the witness in his protection. 113 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Author Reading | Sally Eckhoff reads from her book F*ck Art, Let's Dance! An East Village Memoir


A chronicle of ten slam-bang years in a very slam-bang part of New York City, and of one young painter's crusade to make that place her own.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Union Square-Crossroads of New York Tour


The tour explores the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood through discussions of the people, history, architecture, and forces that have shaped this community. You’ll hear how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock (yes, it’s a clock!) on “The Metronome” sculpture and so much more! This tour takes place every Saturday.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Union Square-Crossroads of New York Tour


The tour explores the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood through discussions of the people, history, architecture, and forces that have shaped this community. You’ll hear how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock (yes, it’s a clock!) on “The Metronome” sculpture and so much more! This tour takes place every Saturday.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concert | She Walks in Beauty: Songs by Women Composers


Versatile tenor Aram Tchobanian deftly champions composers from all eras, singing comfortably in over 25 languages. In celebration of Women’s History Month, Tchobanian offers a recital of songs by women composers from around the globe and across music history.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Opening Reception | Spring Fever: An Invitational Art Show


Artists: Denise Adler, Linda Ganus Albulescu, Eris Rose Ameran, Dominick Botticelli, Liz Brozell, John Buonani, Ronald Cadet, Stephen Cimini, Joyce Cohen, Kimberly Dawn, Jim Durling-Jones, Barbara Fracchia, Xenia Garamvolgyi, Trine Giaever, Scott Griffin, Michael Grine, Nils Hasche-Vasquez, Lisa Hirkaler, Tyler Isaac, Greta Jaklitsch, Mae Jeon, Yelena Kimelblat, Bernice Sokol Kramer, Susan K Leshnoff, Vidho Lorville, Stephen Majchrzak, Akira Mamada, Leroy Miranda, Jaime Morlock, Lisa Beth Older, Carol A. O’Neill, Tony Rubino, Shane Townley, Lisa Tureson, Tami Uyama, Marilyn Yanke, Yu-Whuan
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Theater | The Balcony: A College Production of Jean Genet's Brothel Drama


Set in a brothel of an unnamed city in the midst of a revolution that has wiped out all the real holders of power, the Chief of Police enlists the regular customers to play out the fantasy roles that destiny has denied them. This mocking view of man and society plays out in macabre, climactic scenes, creating a microcosm of the establishment regime under threat outside. This play repeats March 3-5.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Artist Talk: Inbal Abergil


In her exhibition, Abergil examines the ways in which American families memorialize their relatives killed in military conflict. Abergil traveled throughout the U.S. to meet with relatives of fallen soldiers and military personnel and to document their methods of coping with loss through the preservation of personal effects.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Book Signing | Artist Franz Erhard Walther discusses his book First Work Set


A conversation with Franz Erhard Walther and a work demonstration of Großes Prozess-Buch will occur, followed by a reception.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Concert on Water: Classical Music


The concert is at the coolest classical music concerts location in New York City. Program and musicians TBA.
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free

Concert | Saturday Afternoon Organ Meditation


The program features the great repertoire of the organ on the 101-rank Pipe Organ built by Herman Schlicker and the 5 stop chamber organ built by Taylor and Boody Organ Builders. The Organ Meditation takes place every Saturday from Sept. 12, 2015 to May 28, 2016.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Lecture | The Green Stubble of the Fall: The Revolutionary Generation and Other Generations in the West of Ireland


Prof. Breandán Mac Suibhne delivers the 11th Annual Barra Ó Donnabháin. Focusing on the "revolutionary generation" in the west of Ireland, Prof. Mac Suibhne explores the social and cultural origins of the drive for Irish independence in 1916-1921. The lecture will be presented bilingually.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Festival | First Saturdays: Free Programs of Art and Entertainment


At the monthly First Saturdays, thousands of visitors enjoy free programs of art and entertainment, including dynamic performances and participatory experiences.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Concert | New York Session Symphony performs works by Wagner, Ravel, Mahler


Program: Wagner Lohengrin Overture Ravel Piano Concerto in G Mahler Symphony No. 4
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free

Theater | The Balcony: A College Production of Jean Genet's Brothel Drama


Set in a brothel of an unnamed city in the midst of a revolution that has wiped out all the real holders of power, the Chief of Police enlists the regular customers to play out the fantasy roles that destiny has denied them. This mocking view of man and society plays out in macabre, climactic scenes, creating a microcosm of the establishment regime under threat outside. This play repeats March 3-5.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Faith, Soulful Reggae Rockers


“For a soulful, far-reaching mélange of reggae, rock and just plain magic, you can’t do any better than Faith.” —Time Out New York Reggae rockers Faith have been a force in New York’s underground music scene since 1984 (when lead singer Felice Rosser first picked up a bass borrowed from her friend Jean-Michel Basquiat). Pushing the classic roots sound in bold new directions, this trio balances moody shades of soul and dream pop with frontwoman Rosser’s one-of-a-kind voice, a rich, expressive contralto that has garnered her comparisons to Nina Simone.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | Jim Hickey and Friends


New York-based guitarist Jim Hickey has recorded or performed with Kenwood Dennard, Pete Levin, Delmar Brown, Adam Holzman, Al MacDowell, Jaco Pastorious, Lonnie Plaxico, Larry Coryell, Steve Vai, Chris Botti, Michael Urbaniak, and Dave Kikoski. His music and guitar can also be heard on soundtracks for film and television.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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