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5 free events take place on Sunday, November 1 in New York City.

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5 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, November 1, 2026

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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Dia de Muertos Celebration of Mexican Art & Culture

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Tour | Explore a Unique Pocket of NYC: A Look at History, Design, & Environment

A historical walking tour of the area's highlights. Look into the past of this unique area of NYC and learn about its exciting transformation and future. In this walking tour led by official guides, you'll examine how historic preservation, innovative design, and environmental stewardship make the area what it is today.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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10:45 am
free, RSVP required

Tours, November 01, 2026, 11/01/2026, Explore a Unique Pocket of NYC: A Look at History, Design, & Environment

Tour | Explore a Unique Pocket of NYC: A Look at History, Design, & Environment

Manhattan, New York, NY

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12:45 pm
free, RSVP required

Classical Music | Beethoven's Piano Sonatas with East River View

Jeffrey Swann, piano. All Beethoven (1770-1827) Program: Sonata in E minor, Op. 90 Sonata in A major, Op. 101 Sonata in Bb major, Op. 106 ("Hammerklavier")

Brooklyn, New York, NY

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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, November 01, 2026, 11/01/2026, Beethoven's Piano Sonatas with East River View

Workshop | Sing Sea Chanteys Aboard a Historic Sailing Ship

A sea-song sing-along! Each session is hosted by a local artist who leads the group through a variety of traditional maritime work songs and ballads. Throughout the event, attendees of all skill levels are welcome to take the stage for this round-robin where you can sing and share the chantey of your choice. Attendees are encouraged to sing along with the chorus, but you can feel free to just sit back and enjoy the music. This event takes place rain or shine. In the event of rain, the event is moved inside.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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2:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, November 01, 2026, 11/01/2026, Sing Sea Chanteys Aboard a Historic Sailing Ship

Festival | Dia de Muertos Celebration of Mexican Art & Culture

This event celebrates a Mexican cultural tradition representing a time to honor and revere deceased family members and ancestors. You can help create a community ofrenda ("offering") in collaboration with Mano a Mano: Mexican Culture Without Borders by bringing copies of photographs, notes, and letters to honor your loved ones throughout this celebration. The night will feature a performance by Guachinangos. The unique sound of Guachinangos is born in Mexico from folk roots and has manifested in the diaspora, with an exciting presentation and electrifying instrumentation of son jarocho, cumbia, champeta, rancheras, and other rhythms of Latin America. Through music and dance, this group transmits stories of the many maestros who have kept these traditions alive in Mexico and beyond. Guachinangos is presented in collaboration with Mexico Now Festival, New York City's first and only independent festival spotlighting contemporary Mexican art and culture. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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6:00 pm
free, fast-track option...