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19 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, November 22, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Festival | European-Inspired Holiday Market: Local Crafts, Artisan Provisions, & Global Gifts
An open-air market, featuring artisans from New York City and around the world. Holiday Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Tour | Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Brooklyn Bridge, Financial District, 9/11 Memorial
This complimentary shuttle loops through more than 30 locations across Lower Manhattan, covering major sites from the Brooklyn Bridge to the Financial District and the World Trade Center area. Busses arrive about every 15 minutes throughout the day. Riders can board or exit at any marked stop, with unlimited trips at no cost. Daily service.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Museums | Family Art-Making and Gallery Activities
Spend your Sunday at a museum with free talks, art-making workshops, storytimes, and family gallery tours. Designed for visitors of all ages, these Sunday sessions offer a welcoming space to explore art and creativity together.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:00 am
free, reservation required...
free, reservation required...
Fair | Iconic NYC Holiday Market: Local Crafts and Gifts
Named the best holiday market in America in 2023, this holiday market features 185 vendors offering unique gifts from local craftspeople, artists, and entrepreneurs. Open from November 12 to December 24, the market is a festive destination for holiday shopping, offering a wide range of handmade and artisanal goods. Note: Hours vary throughout the week; the market is closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Museums | Sunday at a Unique Art Museum
Candid, genuine, and unexpected, this is New York City's only museum dedicated to folk & self-taught artists. The Museum celebrates the creativity of individuals whose singular talents have been refined largely through personal experience rather than formal artistic training. The museum's collection includes more than seven thousand works of art from four centuries and nearly every continent--from compelling portraits and dazzling quilts to powerful works by living artists in a variety of mediums. From critically acclaimed exhibitions and publications to inspiring educational programs and robust community outreach, the museum's mission is to be the leading forum shaping the understanding and appreciation of folk and self-taught art across time and place.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:30 am
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
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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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...
Poetry Reading | Jazz-Inspired Poetry Celebration
Brooklyn poet Patricia Carragon has a special celebration of her latest poetry collection, Stranger on the Shore (Human Error Publishing, 2026). Inspired by the rhythms and improvisational spirit of jazz, the afternoon will feature Carragon and invited readers performing selections from her collection, followed by a discussion and audience Q&A.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
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 | String Works by Felix Mendelssohn, Leonard Bernstein & More with East River View
Candide Quartet. Program: Leonard Bernstein (1918-1990) Overture to Candide Wynton Marsalis (1961-) At the Octoroon Balls - String Quartet No. 1 Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) String Quartet No. 6 in F minor, Op. 80 Aleksandra Vrebalov Pannonia Boundless
Brooklyn, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Tour | Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm. This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. This guided tour is first-come, first-served. It may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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3:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Jazz | "America's Big Band" Spotlights Current Compositional Talent (In Person AND Online!)
After six decades of sessions at the legendary Village Vanguard, the world’s oldest continually operating jazz venue, The Vanguard Jazz Orchestra continues to set the standard for large ensemble jazz. Embodying the precision, risk-taking, and soul that have always defined the genre, this group has come to be known as America’s Big Band. Though steeped in tradition, the musicians — who will bring a big band to Trinity’s Jazz Icons for the first time ever — marry legacy and innovation, honoring the architects of modern jazz while championing the current compositional talent.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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4:00 pm
free, RSVP required
free, RSVP required
Museums | Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum
Explore the premier collections of modern and contemporary art in one of the world's most iconic architectural landmarks. Tickets for Pay-What-You-Wish hours are available online only and released at 10 am the morning of the event.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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4:00 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...
Workshop | Creative Writing Session: Practice the Craft
Become a better writer! Suitable for all levels.
Writing exercises
Personal attention
Peer Workshop
Guest Lectures
Manhattan, New York, NY
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4:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Museums | Step Inside a Historic Mansion and Explore Centuries of Design Evolution
The museum showcases design's history, influence, and importance in everyday life. Housed in a historic mansion, the museum features a diverse collection of design objects, including decorative arts, architecture, graphic design, textiles, and industrial design. Note: The museum is undergoing an exhibition changeover. The second and third floor galleries are temporarily closed.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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5:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish from 5pm...
pay-what-you-wish from 5pm...
Classical Music | Holiday Sing-a-Long of Handel's Messiah (No Experience Needed)
The Opera Collective invites families, friends, and music lovers of all ages to come together. Whether you're a longtime Messiah fan or have never sung it before, everyone is welcome to join in the music--or simply sit back and enjoy the beautiful voices filling this spectacular neighborhood church. Come make a little music, meet your neighbors, and experience one of the season's most beloved musical traditions right here in NYC. No opera experience necessary--just bring your voice and your holiday spirit!
Manhattan, New York, NY
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5:30 pm
pay-what-you-wish, tickets required
pay-what-you-wish, tickets required
Classical Music | Works by Brahms, Debussy, Dvorak, & More (In Person AND Online!)
An evening faturing works by Susan Botti, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, Leo Delibes, Angel Guanga (MM '27), Justin Hines (MM '98), and Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson (BM '53, MM '54), and more.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:30 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Classical Music | Percussion Ensemble Performs "a Perpetual Acceleration Canon"
Experience the New York Premiere of John Luther Adams’s Prophecies of Fire, which had its world premiere by Sandbox Percussion in 2024, and makes its New York premiere with Sandbox Percussion.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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7:30 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
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