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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on October 13, 2024?

14 free events take place on Sunday, October 13 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 October 13 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 October . 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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14 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, October 13, 2024

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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free events nyc Modern Art: From The 19th Century to the Present Day
free events nyc Learn Juggling in the Park
free events nyc Jazz Piano and Trumpet
free events nyc An Afternoon of Jazz with Multi-Grammy Winning Performers
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Tour | NYC Walking Tours: A Variety of Neighborhoods - Choose One Tour Or Many


These tours take place at various times. You can make reservations for as many tours as your schedule allows. See link for details: scroll down to find the daily scheduled tours at $4 (more costly tours are listed on top). Daily tours may include: Brooklyn Bridge SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Lower Manhattan Harlem Downtown Greenwich Village Central Park Lower Manhattan Midtown Manhattan Graffiti and Street Art Tours
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
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Tours, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, NYC Walking Tours: A Variety of Neighborhoods - Choose One Tour Or Many

Park Walk | Nature Walk in the Park


The park is home to many plant and animal species including over 100 species of birds. Take a closer look to observe butterflies, dragonflies and other interesting insects. Get to know the native plants that thrive in unexpected places in and around the River’s edge. Each Nature Walk is unique and offers a one-of-a-kind treasure hunt-like experience.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free
Park Walks, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Nature Walk in the Park

Fair | Street Fair


Free fun for the whole family, including arts, crafts, antiques, plants, entertainment, games, and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Fairs, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Street Fair

Museums | Modern Art: From The 19th Century to the Present Day


Experience the exhibits in the museum galleries which include paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, films, videos, and much more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
10:30 am
Free
Museumss, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Modern Art: From The 19th Century to the Present Day

Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


Get in a quick lesson, stay for the whole time, or just enjoy watching them 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free
Workshops, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Learn Juggling in the Park

Tour | Printing and Typography in the 19th Century: Walking Tour at the Port


In early 19th century, most printers were situated close to the city's primary port. Join the tour to explore the typography in this historic location where passenger and shipping services printed their tickets. This is also an opportunity to witness how it is done! Rain or shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tours, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Printing and Typography in the 19th Century: Walking Tour at the Port

Museums | Folk Art: Ornamentation, Vibrant Drawings and Over 100 Handmade Gameboards - Tour


Join the tour to explore the art of the Shakers from the mid-19th century: colorful intricate ornamentation representing celestial imagery, vibrant drawings and much more. Another exhibition contains about 100 handmade gameboards, including chess, Parcheesi, checkers, Monopoly, Chutes and Ladders crafted between the mid-19 and early-20 centuries. The Shakers are a religious community founded in the 18th century in England. They are known for their unique beliefs, which include celibacy, communal living, and a strong emphasis on craftsmanship and simplicity. They are also recognized for their distinctive style of furniture and architecture, as well as their vibrant music and dance traditions. In the early 20th century, there were about 12 Shaker communities in the US and as of 2019, there is only one active Shaker village remaining, located in Maine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Folk Art: Ornamentation, Vibrant Drawings and Over 100 Handmade Gameboards - Tour

Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson!


Enjoy a kayaking session - an exhilarating escape on the water. Must sign a waiver. Participants must be at least 18 years old and know how to swim. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Be sure to allow time for waiting in line: first-come, first-served (last admission is at 5:30PM)
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Kayaking on the Hudson!

Workshop | Ingredients of Love Drawing & Writing Workshop


In conjunction with the exhibition Projects: Tad?sk?a, this collaborative group-led workshop is intended to provide an opportunity to build community among people who are interested in drawing and writing about love, transformation, and freedom--themes that are explored in the work "ave preta m?stica mystical black bird" (2022). Participants will experiment with a series of drawing exercises inspired by bell hooks's "ingredients of love" designed by the artist and facilitated by MoMA and Studio Museum staff. Participants will be invited to have free-form group discussion about these themes and their drawings, followed by a small reception. This workshop will be geared toward adults who are eager to be in community with others; to have conversations about love, freedom, and transformation; and to write and draw. No experience or expertise in drawing required. All materials will be provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free
Workshops, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Ingredients of Love Drawing & Writing Workshop

Jazz | Jazz Piano and Trumpet


Bruce Barth Trio featuring the swinging style of jazz pianist Bruce Barth, joined by acclaimed trumpeter Terell Stafford, hailed as "one of the great players of our time, a fabulous trumpet player" by piano legend McCoy Tyner.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free
Concerts, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Jazz Piano and Trumpet

Concert | US Presidential Campaign Songs


Veteran stage actor Chuck Muckle performs US presidential campaign songs, including Van Buren; Ma, Ma, Where's My Pa?; Get on the Raft with Taft, and many more!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Concerts, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, US Presidential Campaign Songs

Jazz | An Afternoon of Jazz with Multi-Grammy Winning Performers


Multi-Grammy winning Pianist Billy Childs and his Billy Childs Trio. Billy Childs has 17 Grammy nominations, and six Grammy awards. His compositions have been commissioned by the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and more. As a pianist, Childs has performed with Freddie Hubbard, J.J. Johnson, Yo-Yo Ma, Sting, Renee Fleming, Chick Corea, Wynton Marsalis, and many others. The Los Angeles Times praised his "improvisatory skills and powerful sense of swing." Joining Childs is Scott Colley, a jazz double bassist and composer who has been called "one of the leading bassists of our post-bop era" (The New York Times). He has been nominated for four Grammy Awards, including Best Jazz Instrumental Album for Guided Tour in 2014 and Still Dreaming in 2019, and has performed on more than 200 recordings. Rounding out the trio is Ari Hoenig, an acclaimed jazz drummer, composer, and educator known for his unusual and intense approach to drumming. He has recorded, written, and produced 14 CDs as a leader and has collaborated with jazz legends such as Joshua Redman, Chris Potter, and Pat Martino.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free
Concerts, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, An Afternoon of Jazz with Multi-Grammy Winning Performers
3:00 pm
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Plays, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Historical Play About an American Soldier

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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Concerts, October 13, 2024, 10/13/2024, Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)
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Classical Music | Orchestral Masterworks at a Landmark Venue

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Performance | Music and Literature Extravaganza

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