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The quality and quantity of
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that happen in New York City
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So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
15 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Monday, October 12, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Editor's Picks
Museums | Exploring Art, History, and Global Cultures in a Landmark Museum
Spend time exploring a world-renowned collection spanning centuries of art, design, and cultural history. From ancient artifacts to iconic masterpieces, these galleries invite slow looking, discovery, and reflection across works that connect global traditions, artistic innovation, and human stories. Note: Some galleries are closed for renovation.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:00 am
pay-what-you-wish for NY...
pay-what-you-wish for NY...
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. Dayly service.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Screening | International Events on the Big (30-foot!) Screen Outdoors: Tennis, Soccer, & Baseball
Today's Schedule:
10:00am - 3:00pm Tennis- Courtside Live
3:00pm - 5:00pm Soccer- English Premier League: Newcastle United vs Coventry City
5:00pm - 8:00pm Tennis- Courtside Live
8:00pm - 11:30pm MLB- AL Championship Game
*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
free, no reservation required
Parade | Annual Columbus Day Parade
Witness over 100 marching groups including musical bands and performers, various Italian American Cultural Institutions and colorful floats. The parade is a celebration of Italian American heritage, traditions and achievements. It is the largest celebration of Italian heritage globally.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:30 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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12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Workshop | French Petanque-Playing in the Park
Members of NYC’s oldest-running Petanque club guide a Petanque-playing session. This French lawn bowling game from the early 20th century is easy to learn, and the boules will be provided. Just bring yourself!
Manhattan, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Master Class | Explore Masterful Flute Playing
Jeffrey Khaner--Principal Flute, Philadelphia Orchestra--imparts skills and techniques for flute mastery.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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4:30 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Workshop | Self-Reflective Writing Session
In this first unit of the creative writing class, the group will be focus on life-writing wherein patrons will be writing creative nonfiction based on their own memories. As it will be Back to School season and the oncoming fall, the session will focus primarily on childhood memories, and developing these into stories by doing the following: 1) focusing on memory selection and developing into a detailed episode, 2) taking real life persons and developing them into characters in their narrative, and 3) crafting them into stories through an outlining/drafting process.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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4:45 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Master Class | "Genius" (LA Times) Grammy-Nominated Guitarist Shares His "Touch Technique"
Guitar virtuoso Stanley Jordan teaches guitar mastery. Stanley is a 4-time Grammy-nominated multi-dimensional artist and icon. His career has spanned 4 decades and he's toured over 60 countries. He is known for his mastery of a special two-handed technique on guitar that he created called the "touch technique". He is truly one-of-a-kind and will bring his brilliance and soulful, yet scholarly insight in two masterclasses and a culminating performance.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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5:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Museums | Step Inside a Historic Mansion and Explore Centuries of Design Evolution
The museum showcases the history, influence, and importance of design 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.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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5:00 pm
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pay-what-you-wish from 5pm...
Museums | Explore Memorial Museum and Reconnect with History
Reconnect with the feeling of community and cohesion that blanketed our city and nation in the wake of 9/11. This is a monument to human dignity, courage, and sacrifice. This museum honors the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and February 26, 1993, recognizes the courage of those who survived, and salutes those who risked their lives to help others.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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5:30 pm
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free, tickets required...
Book Discussion | Photojournalist & Designer Shares His New Book, Eight Seconds: Legacy in Motion (+ Signing)
A conversation with Ivan McClellan to celebrate his new book, a stunning monograph, documenting African-American cowboy culture. He will be in conversation with Maria Soccor, followed by a signing.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Performance | Meet, Greet, and Sing-Along with the Gods of "Il Risveglio degli Dei"
The deities of The Re-Awakening of the Gods gather around the piano to share their stories, accompanied by the musical's creator, Marco Savatteri. Enjoy this immersive storytelling experience, enhanced by the theatrical work's music and images from the extraordinary Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, in order to conjure the atmosphere of Il Risveglio degli Dei, the performance at dawn that has become a cult of the Sicilian summertime. The well-known numbers from the work will be performed by some of the Italian cast, in town as part of a partnership with Montclair State University.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:30 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Master Class | Explore Vocal Arts Mastery
Eva Hess Thaysen, Danish soprano--faculty of Royal Danish Academy of Music--imparts skills and techniques for vocal mastery.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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7:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Book Discussion | Literary Scholar Discusses Her New Book on Cultural History of Evil Women
A presentation by Eleanor Johnson of her new book, Monstrous Bitch: A History of Terrifying Women. About the book: How an ancient myth about a sexually voracious, baby-slaying, loudmouthed demoness became the defining misogynistic archetype of Western civilization.
Manhattan, New York, NY
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7:00 pm
free, RSVP required
free, RSVP required
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Classical Music | Symphony Orchestra, Large Chorus at a Major Concert Hall
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