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stop wondering what to do;
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28 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, November 21, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Workshop | Accessible, Grounding, & Restorative Yoga in the Park
Participants flow together and celebrate community through mindful movement with Yoga Sangraha. This is not a new style of yoga, but a gathering of timeless practices — accessible, grounding, and deeply restorative. Led with science and tradition at the heart, this class will guide you through a sequence of postures designed to balance, stabilize, and calm the body and mind. The word Sangraha means “a collection,” and this practice brings together postures and breathwork that activate the parasympathetic nervous system, helping you leave feeling focused, connected, and at ease. No prior experience needed — come as you are! Bring a bottled water. Organizers will provide the yoga mats. Weather permitting.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:30 am
free, registration required
free, registration required
Workshop | Drawing Session Exhibit on Loss, Disappearance, & Identity, with Royal Drawing School Artist
The Royal Drawing School’s visiting artist Leon Pozniakow leads a drawing session inspired by the exhibition Form, Shadow, Motion: Selections from the Burger Collection, Hong Kong.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:30 am
free, registration required
free, registration required
Book Club | Discuss Your Favorite Romance Books with Fellow Readers
If you love romance or want to get into it, you're welcome at this romance book club! Attendees will be discussing their favorite romance books, current reads, and more!
Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Tour | Guided Exhibition Tour Exploring Ancient Magic Practices
A walk through the current exhibition, Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World. From its integration into religious traditions in Mesopotamia and Egypt, to its marginal, often illicit status in Greece and Rome, magic played a central role in ancient societies. Cursed! examines the visualization and practice of magic between 2000 BCE and 300 CE in these communities, featuring rare objects in a variety of media-including sculpture in stone and bronze; decorated ceramics; amulets in semiprecious stones, gold, and silver; and papyrus scrolls. Taken together, these artifacts reveal a shared human desire: to influence the unseen forces shaping life and death.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Workshop | Learn to Juggle in the Park
This juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons.
All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Tour | Exploring One of New York's Iconic Fifth Ave Institutions
Designed to inspire, building highlights include:
The only free, publicly accessible rooftop terrace in Midtown
A dramatic "Long Room" with 42-foot-high atrium offering five levels of open, browsable book stacks
Commissioned public art celebrating creativity and curiosity
Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:30 am
free, registration required
free, registration required
Workshop | Full-Body Circuit Training
This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full-body workout. Whether you are a beginner who wants to learn proper form or know your way around the gym and looking for a challenge, this class is for you. Come engage in exercises that target all muscle groups and will get your heart pumping. Instructor: Rachel Prozeller
Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:30 am
free
free
Park Walk | Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Parks
Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, design, and landscape. Note: Spots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Workshop | Live Pastel Painting Demonstration with Contemporary Figurative Artist
A demo with Signature Artist Member Fang Sullivan. Fang is a contemporary figurative artist, classically trained and recognized for her distinctive use of color in both pastel and oil. Guided early on by her artist parents, she earned her BFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Fang is an instructor at the Pastel Society of America School, where she teaches weekly pastel portrait classes.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
free, RSVP required
free, RSVP required
Film | Home Alone (1990): Christmas Comedy Film
A mischievous 8-year-old who's picked on by his older siblings and ignored by his parents would really rather be left alone—and that's exactly what happens when he gets accidentally left behind in a frenzied rush to the airport for a family vacation in Paris over the holiday season. After learning to fend for himself, the boy has to protect his house against two bumbling burglars who are planning to rob it.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Dance Performance | The Nutcracker, Performed by New York Theatre Ballet
Set to Tchaikovsky’s cherished score in Art Nouveau-style circa 1907, the timeless classic features innovative choreography by Keith Michael.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Park Walk | Nature Walk Celebrating the Beauty of Late Autumn in NYC
The group will discover the plants and animals that inhabit the urban forest. Urban Park Rangers lead a relaxing hike that highlights the sights, sounds, and stories of nature in one of New York City's most iconic parks. Celebrate the beauty of late autumn on a guided nature walk. Discover how plants and animals prepare for the winter season, explore the park's colorful fall landscape, and learn about the natural changes taking place all around us.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Film | Adaptation (2002): Comedy-Drama Starring Meryl Streep & Nicolas Cage
A self-loathing screenwriter struggles to adapt a bestseller about a real-life orchid thief. Adapted from The Orchid Thief by Susan Orlean. Director: Spike Jonze Cast: Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep, Chris Cooper Meryl Streep is an American actress. Often described as "the best actress of her generation," Streep is known for her versatility and accent adaptability. She has received numerous accolades throughout her career spanning over four decades, including a record 21 Academy Award nominations, winning three, and a record 33 Golden Globe Award nominations, winning eight. Nicolas Cage is an American actor and film producer. Born into the Coppola family, he is the recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Film | Karate Kid: Legends (2025): Martial Arts Drama
After kung fu prodigy Li Fong relocates to New York City, he attracts unwanted attention from a local karate champion and embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition with the help of Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso. Director: Jonathan Entwistle Cast: Jackie Chan, Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, Ming-Na Wen, Ralph Macchio
Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)
This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
free, 1 drink...
free, 1 drink...
Workshop | Make Your Own Clay Pinch Pot Using Techniues from Indigenous Cultures
Get hands-on with clay and create a miniature pinch pot! This engaging activity introduces a time-honored art form practiced by Indigenous communities across the Western Hemisphere. Passed down through generations, pottery-making reflects creativity, skill, and deep cultural knowledge. All are welcome! *Children under 15 should be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Classical Music | Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Rachmaninoff, Chopin, & More with East River View
Asiya Korepanova, piano. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Jesu Joy of Man's Desire Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) Excerpts from The Nutcracker Suite Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) Two preludes, Op. 23 Frederic Chopin (1810-1849) Heroic Polonaise Modest Mussorgsky (1839-1881) Pictures at an Exhibition
Brooklyn, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Workshop | Explore the World of Zine-Making & Swap with Others
A zine making workshop and swap meet. Led by curator Anh Dao and Accent Sisters, a New York–based organization for diasporic creatives, the workshop explores the zine as a space for personal, confessional, and unfiltered expression. Participants will make their own zines and consider how self-publishing can be a way of putting names, stories, and histories back into circulation. No experience is necessary. Bring zines of your own to swap, or leave with something you made that day.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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3:00 pm
free, RSVP required
free, RSVP required
Workshop | LGBTQ+ Poetry Workshop
Read, write, and celebrate queer poetry. The group spends the first half of this meeting writing new work, sharing work in the second half. Bring your authentic selves, your best (or worst!) poems, and a love for the written word. Open to all experience levels.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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3:30 pm
free, RSVP recommended
free, RSVP recommended
Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in a Beautiful Church (In Person AND Online!)
Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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4:00 pm
Free, donations are...
Free, donations are...
Concert | Italian Duo Shares the Rhythms of Taranta
Singer-songwriter and composer Agadez joins violinist, percussionist, and composer Mauro Durante for a musical journey rooted in ancient ritual and contemporary expression. Drawing on sacred feminine mythology and world music traditions, Agadez creates evocative soundscapes through voice, frame drum, and guitar. She has collaborated with Willem Dafoe, Franco Battiato, Marina Abramović, and Robert Wilson. Her debut solo album, QUEENDOMS, features Angélique Kidjo and explores the archaic feminine cults through music and storytelling. A leading figure in the reinvention of southern Italy’s pizzica music, Durante leads the internationally acclaimed Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino, founded by his family in 1975. He has brought the rhythms of Taranta to stages around the world and has collaborated with artists including Ludovico Einaudi, Justin Adams, and Stewart Copeland.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:30 pm
free, RSVP recommended
free, RSVP recommended
Dance Performance | The Nutcracker, Performed by New York Theatre Ballet
Set to Tchaikovsky's cherished score in Art Nouveau-style circa 1907, the timeless classic features innovative choreography by Keith Michael.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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7:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Concert | "Dedicated and Vibrant" (New York Times) Percussion Ensemble Performs Contemporary Compositions
To honor their 40-year anniversary, Ju Percussion gives a live performance of original work crafted by its trio of in-residence composers. Founded by the storied Taiwanese percussionist Ju Tzong-Ching, the Ju Percussion Group has developed an international reputation as musical innovators with their fusion of Eastern and Western traditions presented in theatrical fashion. The virtuosic 20-person ensemble is renowned for its flair in performing contemporary compositions with classical precision. Since 1986, Ju Percussion has held over 3,500 concerts in 37 countries, establishing itself as one of Taiwan's premier artistic ambassadors and most diligent musical educators. 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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7:30 pm
free, fast-track option...
free, fast-track option...
Play | Accomplices: Political Family Drama
A new stage work inspired by Luchino Visconti's 1969 film The Damned. Set in Germany during the rise of fascism, the play follows one powerful family as ambition, fear, and the pursuit of power slowly transform them from bystanders into participants. Timely, provocative, and ensemble-driven, Accomplices explores how ordinary people become complicit in extraordinary events—and asks what happens when silence becomes a choice. Co-written by Arthur Makaryan, Emily Quin, Lucy Garcia, Twyla Weinstein, V Nivelle, and Clara Lupi. Directed by Arthur Makaryan Cast: V Nivelle, Mora Martinez, Shayne Ravello, Gergana Lilova, Prakhar Dixit, Lucy Garcia, Emily Quinn, Charles Cobb, Twyla Weinstein
Manhattan, New York, NY
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7:30 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
7:30 pm
Regular: $30
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Dance Performance | Original Dance Works in Varied Styles & Genres
Featuring original choreography by faculty members. Open to the public, appropriate for all ages.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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8:00 pm
$5, tickets required
$5, tickets required
Comedy Club | Standup Show
Catch some of the best comedians at this free weekly stand-up show, featuring a lineup of rising stars and seasoned favorites. Past performers include Sheng Wang, Mark Normand, Dan Soder, Annie Lederman, and more.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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9:00 pm
free, reservation required...
free, reservation required...
Comedy Club | Animal Documentary with Live Comedy
Mystery Science Theater meets Animal Documentary at Drunk Planet Earth. Hosted by Brian Morabito (Dropout) and Stephen Buckley (UCB), the twist of the show comes when the audience tries to stump the hosts with animal questions. Come for the animal facts, stay for the drunk hosts trying to remember what they know about giraffes.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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9:30 pm
free, tickets required
free, tickets required
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