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5 free events take place on Monday, October 13 in New York City.

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5 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Monday, October 13, 2025

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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Snazzy Tunes for Organ & Gospel Choir

Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum

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Screening | Most Watched International Sporting Events on the Big (30-foot!) Screen Outdoors: Tennis, Soccer, & Football

Today's Schedule: 10:00am - 2:30pm Center Court Live-Multi City ATP Matches 2:30pm - 4:30pm UEFA World Cup Qualifiers - Germany vs Northern Ireland 4:30pm - 7:00pm Center Court Multi City ATP Marches 7:15pm - 10:15pm NFL Buffalo vs Atlanta *Scheduled programming subject to change. Seating is open to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. Wells Fargo customers receive priority seating.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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10:00 am
free, no reservation required

Tour | Discover One of New York's Most Famous Parks

Discover how Bryant Park Corporation successfully transformed "Needle Park" of the 1970s into Manhattan's Town Square of today. The guides are loaded with expertise on the park's rich history, award-winning design, distinct amenities, and ongoing maintenance efforts. Tours will continue as scheduled in light rain, but will be cancelled in heavy rain or inclement weather. Bring an umbrella if needed!

Manhattan, New York, NY

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11:00 am
free, registration required

Jazz | Snazzy Tunes for Organ & Gospel Choir

Jazz organist Mike LeDonne, who's played with such icons as Benny Goodman and Sonny Rollins, performs fun jazz pieces.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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1:00 pm
free, registration required

Museums | Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum

Discover a vast collection of art from a diverse range of countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Italy, Russia, France, Spain, Japan, India, United States and more. 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,...