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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on March 16, 2024?

20 free events take place on Saturday, March 16 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 16 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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20 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, March 16, 2024

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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
   New York City, NY; NYC
10:00 am
Free

Opening Reception | Sarah Crowner: Hot Light, Hard Light


An exhibition of new sculptures and paintings by Sarah Crowner, Hot Light, Hard Light is an installation conceived of by Crowner in her Brooklyn studio, where the perception of the form, shadow, and color of the works shifts constantly throughout the day in conjunction with the movement of the sun. Often edging their way toward monochromes, the abstract paintings—created by joining panels of painted and cut canvas—are rendered in assertive shades of orange, red, and magenta, interrupted here and there by moments of night-black and off-white. A series of new bronze sculptures sit atop pedestals painted in a shadowy blue-black; installed throughout the space their highly reflective and curved surfaces float somewhere between the potency of the paintings and the openness of the room.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Parade | St. Patrick's Day Parade


The New York City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is the oldest and largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the world. The first parade was held on March 17, 1762 — fourteen years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The parade is held in honor of St. Patrick, the Patron Saint of Ireland and of the Archdiocese of New York. Approximately 150,000 people march in the parade which draws about 2 million spectators.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Origami Meetup


OMG NYC (Origami Meetup Group! New York City) is a group for people to come together and share in the beautiful art of Origami - an ancient art of folding various mediums, most commonly paper. The word comes from the combination of the Japanese verb oru (to fold) and the noun kami (paper). Other materials often folded are fabric, wire mesh, sheet metal, tissue, thin plastic, cardboard, and straws.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Hike | Signs of Spring Hike


Spring season is upon us and nature adapts to the changes. Find some of these adaptations and signs of spring on a hike through the trails in the park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | CANCELLED***SharQui: The Bellydance Workout***CANCELLED


In a SharQui class, you'll learn new moves and combinations in flow. You'll gradually build up to more complex movements starting with the very basics! If you can walk in place, you can belly dance with SharQui. This class is taught to music with easy-to-follow steps that will surely get your heart pumping. Instructor: Kaitlin Hines-Vargas
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Chisel Tip Calligraphy Workshop


A special workshop that explores the art and historical methodologies of calligraphic writing. In this 90-minute workshop you will learn the fundamentals of drawing Roman capitals (majuscule) and lowercase (minuscule) letters using a chisel tip calligraphy pen. Together, as we get hands-on exploring this ancient artform, we will investigate different historical methodologies of calligraphic writing and discover typographic anatomy––the shoulders, strokes, cross bars, ascenders, descenders that constitute letters––and then experiment making our own forms.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Karl Wirsum: Eye Adjustment: 1963-2020


A solo show of historic works by Karl Wirsum. The exhibition features over forty paintings, sculptures, and drawings made between 1963 and 2020.    Karl Wirsum (1939–2021) first came to prominence in the mid-1960s as one of the founding members of the Hairy Who and became known for his vividly colorful and “unabashedly figurative” work. Drawing inspiration from newspaper comic strips, advertisements, carnival sideshows, Mesoamerican pottery, and Japanese woodblock prints, Wirsum created a distinctly graphic style. As the artist described, “The flat color seems to clarify and accentuate the shapes and forms in a more abstract way, independent of what the shapes represent.” With fragments taken from the real world and riddled with word play, Wirsum’s work is defined by layered references both enigmatic and humorous. His process was one of recollection and invention, what the artist called “an image stream of ideas” pulled from his “memory bank.”   The works in the exhibition span Wirsum’s six-decade career. Early paintings include Memory Mask (1964), which evokes an advertisement for before and after dental reconstruction, and The Odd Awning Awed (1966), a deteriorating face informed by medical disease drawings rendered in bright, undulating patterns inspired by fabric awnings at a local amusement park. In later works, such as Fat Snowball’s Chance (2013), Wirsum depicts the idiom with a stylized Devil in an arctic landscape posing with a snowball perched on his shovel. Wirsum’s paintings on shaped panel, which he referred to as “flying cutouts,” elaborate kites, and paper mâché sculptures further animate the artist’s explorations of the body and activate the surrounding environment.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Film | On the Basis Of Sex (2018) with Justin Theroux and Kathy Bates


Inspired by the powerful true story of a young Ruth Bader Ginsburg, On the Basis of Sex depicts a then-struggling attorney and new mother facing adversity in her fight for equal rights. Director: Mimi Leder Cast: Felicity Jones, Armie Hammer, Justin Theroux, Kathy Bates, Sam Waterston Justin Theroux is an American actor and filmmaker. He gained recognition for his work with director David Lynch in the mystery film Mulholland Drive (2001) and the horror film Inland Empire (2006). He also appeared in films such as Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (1997), American Psycho (2000), Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003), Strangers with Candy (2005), Miami Vice (2006), Wanderlust (2012), The Girl on the Train (2016), The Spy Who Dumped Me (2018), and Lady and the Tramp (2019). Kathy Bates is an American actor and director. Known for her roles in comedic and dramatic films and television programs, she has received various accolades throughout her career spanning over five decades, including an Academy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and two Primetime Emmy Awards, in addition to nominations for a Tony Award and two British Academy Film Awards.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

Film | Oppenheimer (2023) Directed by Christopher Nolan, Starring Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., and More


During World War II, Lt. Gen. Leslie Groves Jr. appoints physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer to work on the top-secret Manhattan Project. Oppenheimer and a team of scientists spend years developing and designing the atomic bomb. Their work comes to fruition on July 16, 1945, as they witness the world's first nuclear explosion, forever changing the course of history. Director: Christopher Nolan Cast: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnett, Casey Affleck, Rami Malek, Kenneth Branagh Christopher Nolan is a British and American filmmaker. Known for his Hollywood blockbusters with complex storytelling, Nolan is considered a leading filmmaker of the 21st century. His films have grossed more than $6 billion worldwide. The recipient of many accolades, he has been nominated for five Academy Awards, five BAFTA Awards and eight Golden Globe Awards. In 2015, and he was listed as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time. Cillian Murphy is an Irish actor. His early film credits include the horror film 28 Days Later (2002), the dark comedy Intermission (2003), the thriller Red Eye (2005), and more. He played a transgender Irish woman in the comedy-drama Breakfast on Pluto (2005), which earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination. Murphy began his collaboration with filmmaker Christopher Nolan in 2005, playing Scarecrow in The Dark Knight trilogy (2005-2012) as well as appearing in Inception (2010) and Dunkirk (2017). For portraying the lead role of J. Robert Oppenheimer in Nolan's Oppenheimer (2023), he earned a second Golden Globe nomination. Emily Blunt is a British actress. She is the recipient of several accolades, including a Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award, in addition to nominations for three British Academy Film Awards. Forbes ranked her as one of the highest-paid actresses in the world in 2020. Matt Damon is an American actor, film producer, and screenwriter. Ranked among Forbes' most bankable stars, the films in which he has appeared have collectively earned over $3.88 billion at the North American box office, making him one of the highest-grossing actors of all time. He has received various awards and nominations, including an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awards, in addition to nominations for three British Academy Film Awards and seven Primetime Emmy Awards. Robert Downey Jr. is an American actor. His career has been characterized by critical success in his youth, followed by a period of substance abuse and legal troubles, and a surge in popular and commercial success later in his career. His films as a leading actor have grossed over $14 billion worldwide, making him one of the highest-grossing actors of all time. In 2008, Downey was named by Time magazine among the 100 most influential people in the world, and from 2013 to 2015, he was listed by Forbes as Hollywood's highest-paid actor.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Chisel Tip Calligraphy Workshop


A special workshop that explores the art and historical methodologies of calligraphic writing. In this 90-minute workshop you will learn the fundamentals of drawing Roman capitals (majuscule) and lowercase (minuscule) letters using a chisel tip calligraphy pen. Together, as we get hands-on exploring this ancient artform, we will investigate different historical methodologies of calligraphic writing and discover typographic anatomy––the shoulders, strokes, cross bars, ascenders, descenders that constitute letters––and then experiment making our own forms.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Book Discussion | Persuasion: How To Pitch Your Ideas And Own The Room by Mayte Carvalho


Bestselling author Mayte Carvalho (Persuasion: How To Pitch Your Ideas And Own The Room) and successful entrepreneur Helena Simon will be in attendance, as they delve into the intricacies of communication, persuasion, and overcoming obstacles in the workplace, particularly for Latina women. Together, Mayte and Helena will engage attendees in a lively discussion on the unique obstacles faced by women in the workplace and offer practical advice on how to overcome them. From navigating gender biases, to fostering confidence and resilience, this Q&A session promises to empower women to take charge of their careers and thrive in any environment!
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free

Classical Music | Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Jamian Juliano-Villani: It


Juliano-Villani’s irreverent artistry is fueled by her obsession with consumer culture and social taboo, resulting in a mirage of distorted iconography. Augmenting this strategy with an awareness of representational painting’s history, she produces images derived from a personal archive of books, magazines, and photographs, as well as from online sources. Using acrylic, airbrush, and oil painting techniques, she incorporates fragments of her own writing and elements of the work of other artists such as Danish painter and sculptor Ovartaci (1894–1985). Juliano-Villani’s work also refers to cartoons, addressing racial, sexual, and social stereotypes through their mischievous wit and unsettling ambiguity. For her, these kinds of images are “democratic, based on impulse and speed; much like a sniper with a vision.”
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Performance | Mariupol: Diary of War and the Tree of Life


The performance piece is directed by Virlana Tkacz and features four diaries collected by Daria Kolomiec. The Mariupol diaries are by Yaroslav Semenenko, a member of the Ukrainian National Paralympic swim team; Yevhenia Ivanchenko, a captain in the Mariupol Police; Olena Nikulina, from an old Mariupol family, whose husband defended Azovstal and is currently a Russian captive; and Valeria Mykhailovska, was working in the Czech Republic and decided to return home to Mariupol to rescue her mother.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Opening Reception | Press Release (Cycle VIII): Group Exhibition


Presenting artists Aristotle Forrester, Kathryn Goshorn, Louisa Owen, Marcus Leslie Singleton, Wen Liu, and Michiko Itatani.  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | She Is...2024: Group Show


Featured Artists: Aprajita Lal, Hyon Hartberger, Jean Chiang, Joo Hyun Kang, Monisa Parekh, Motoko Otsuki, Nancylee Cidoni, Naomi Hyman, Penny Dell, SunHe Hong, Sunhee Yoon, Tanja Momcilovic, Vassilina Dikidjieva A group exhibition that views the world through a woman’s eyes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Sissòn: Waiting to Exhale


The exhibition is an exercise in breathing and birthing. Holding your breath suggests anticipation. But to wait to exhale is so much more loaded. The sensation is one of withholding more than anticipating. You want to dance, but only when you can do so with reckless abandon, without surveillance or interruption, or judgment. You want to live, but only on your terms. A real life, not a half life.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Reading | Seen, Sound, Scribe: Poetry, Spoken Word, & More


Brooklyn’s own Mahogany L. Browne curates thought-provoking and often politically driven evenings of spoken word, spirited conversation, and presentations of new work. This winter event features recitation and interviews with several major poets and emerging voices on the New York literary scene.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Play | No Different than Cotton or Cobalt: Cannibas Revelations


A cannabis dispensary in Colorado spirals out into another dimension as corporate exploitation, personal dynamics, and cultural conflicts all force the owners to take a hit. Written by Thaddeus McCants
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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