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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on September 3, 2025?

24 free events take place on Wednesday, September 3 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 September 3 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 September . 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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24 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Wednesday, September 3, 2025

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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free events nyc Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum
free events nyc Sunset Celebration of Music & Community
free events nyc Latin Hustle
free events nyc The Artist (2011): Oscar-Winning Silent-Era Romance with Jean Dujardin & Berenice Bejo
free events nyc Inside While Israel Slept: Intelligence, Assumptions, and Surprise (In Person AND Online!)
        

Workshop | Combined Running & Yoga Class (All Levels Welcome)


Enjoy a class combining movement and recovery! Instructors will kick things off with a 2-mile run or walk along Manhattan’s West Side Highway. All paces welcomed. Post run, instructors will lead a 30-minute yoga flow specifically targeting hips, hamstrings, and quads. Perfect for all levels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 am
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Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Combined Running & Yoga Class (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Outdoor Tai Chi for All Ages


Improve balance, strength, and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the harbor provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
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Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Outdoor Tai Chi for All Ages

Workshop | Figure Drawing in the Park


This event offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Figure Drawing in the Park

Opening Reception | Sculptural Ceramics Challenging Form & Process


Explore an exhibition of wall-mounted and floor sculptures that defy traditional ceramic logic. The works hover with surprising weightlessness, combining organic textures and polished metal mounts that highlight the tension between process and permanence. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Opening Receptions, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Sculptural Ceramics Challenging Form & Process

Workshop | HIIT Workout in the Park


Enjoy high intensity interval training that involves alternating short bursts of intense exercise with periods of rest or low-intensity activity. For adults 18+
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, HIIT Workout in the Park

Workshop | Storytelling Seminar with Instructors from The Moth


Moth instructors will host workshops offering guidance, techniques, and practice on the craft of storytelling. Some content may not be appropriate for young children. Recommended for teens and adults.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Storytelling Seminar with Instructors from The Moth

Concert | Soulful Saxophone Dialogues


Two generations of saxophone artistry meet in a rich blend of jazz, gospel, and blues. With more than 150 albums between them, these master musicians deliver a heartfelt musical conversation rooted in deep mutual respect, tradition, and soul.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Concerts, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Soulful Saxophone Dialogues

Concert | Weekly Bagpipe Tribute: Honoring 9/11 Lives and Legacies


A moving weekly bagpipe tribute honors those who lost their lives on 9/11, as well as individuals affected by the lasting health impacts of that day. The tribute begins with a performance near a symbolic column preserved from the site, followed by a second performance in a nearby outdoor space.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Concerts, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Weekly Bagpipe Tribute: Honoring 9/11 Lives and Legacies

Museums | Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum


Internationally recognized as a premier museum and research center, this museum is known for its distinguished Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:30 pm
Pay-What-You-Wish, reservation required
Museumss, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum

Workshop | Outdoor Landscape Art Class


Artists of all skill levels can be inspired by park surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels, and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of verdant gardens. An artist/educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Outdoor Landscape Art Class

Concert | Sunset Celebration of Music & Community


Enjoy a three-block musical festival with live performances, family activities, food, and surprises.
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free
Concerts, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Sunset Celebration of Music & Community

Film | Pride & Prejudice (2005): Jane Austen Period Romance with Keira Knightley


Elizabeth Bennet feels the pressure to marry as the eldest of five sisters. Director: Joe Wright Cast: Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfadyen, Brenda Blethyn, Donald Sutherland, Rosamund Pike, Jena Malone, Judi Dench Keira Knightley is an English actress. Known for her work in independent films and blockbusters, particularly period dramas, she has received numerous accolades, including nominations for two Academy Awards, two BAFTAs, three Golden Globes, and a Laurence Olivier Award.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:45 pm
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Films, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Pride & Prejudice (2005): Jane Austen Period Romance with Keira Knightley

Dance Performance | Latin Hustle


Kick off September with Latin Hustle! Join DJ Natasha Diggs, Abdiel, and Kristine Bendul for an evening of high-energy rhythms, partner dancing, and community celebration.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free
Dance Performances, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Latin Hustle

Party | Play Settlers of Catan: All Levels Welcome


Play one of the most popular board games in the world. Organizers welcome players of all levels to this social! These socials are limited to 16 players, with 2 rounds. Organizers ask that participants arrive 15 minutes early to sign up.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Partys, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Play Settlers of Catan: All Levels Welcome

Talk | Experts Discuss The Role of Archives in Design


Enjoy a moderated discussion with Ken Smith NA, landscape architect and newly elected National Academician, and Thaïsa Way, PhD, Director of Garden and Landscape Studies at Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection. Focusing on the changing role of archives in an age of digital abundance, Smith and Way discuss how the shaping of archives can ensure their ongoing role as both generative and commemorative tools. With the capacity to capture the designer, the location, and its communities, archives can act as a resource for future thinking and design. As Smith archives his practice in landscape architecture, the conversation will explore what archives reveal about individuals, projects, and the cultural moments in which they are made. The discussion invites a deeper consideration of archival work as a way to interpret legacy, challenge assumptions, and imagine new directions for design.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Talks, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Experts Discuss&nbsp;The Role of Archives in Design

Opening Reception | First Sun: Monumental Sculpture Reimagining the God of the Rising Sun


A 17-foot iridescent sculpture by Berlin-based artist Monira Al Qadiri reimagines the ancient Egyptian deity Khepri as a hybrid human-scarab figure. Inspired by a visit to the Tomb of Ramses I, First Sun explores the connection between mythology, nature, and gender, inviting reflection on how even the most overlooked creatures sustain life on Earth.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Receptions, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, First Sun:&nbsp;Monumental Sculpture Reimagining the God of the Rising Sun

Opening Reception | Photography, Sculpture, and Paintings Exploring History, Memory, and Dreams


Two exhibitions open simultaneously, presenting distinct yet complementary explorations of history and imagination. Lisa Oppenheim reinterprets the legacy of Edward Steichen, engaging with overlooked histories of photography and its intersections with design, curation, and even flower hybridization. Rodrigo Hernández creates drawings, paintings, papier-mâché, and bronze sculptures that merge influences from pre-Columbian art, Japanese prints, and European modernism with philosophy and poetry. Together, their works invite viewers to consider how memory, history, and dreams shape artistic expression across media.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Receptions, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Photography, Sculpture, and Paintings Exploring History, Memory, and Dreams

Workshop | Sunset Yoga on the Hudson


Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come first serve.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Sunset Yoga on the Hudson

Workshop | Yoga in the Park with Expert Instructors (in Spanish & English)


This yoga class is suitable for all levels. It's taught by Mariana Fernandez. Mariana Fernandez has been a RYT for 15 years. She began instructing yoga in NYC and it was when she moved back to her home country in Mexico City that she found her footing as a yoga instructor. From introducing yoga to gyms and incorporating power vinyasa style in studios in CDMX, Mariana found her voice teaching in English and Spanish. Since then, she's fostered a place for multicultural and multilingual practitioners to come to the mat, as well as created a gateway for athletes to find yoga as a complement to their athletic endeavors. In Mariana's classes, you will dance, you will smile, and you will find a space of welcome to the world of yoga. Please register for each class and bring your own mat (the park does not provide yoga mats). It's also recommended to bring water and a towel.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Yoga in the Park with Expert Instructors (in Spanish & English)

Workshop | The Artist (2011): Oscar-Winning Silent-Era Romance with Jean Dujardin & Berenice Bejo


Winner of five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, The Artist is a charming black-and-white tribute to 1920s Hollywood. As silent film star George Valentin struggles with the arrival of sound, rising star Peppy Miller embraces the change--setting the stage for both rivalry and romance. Directed by Michel Hazanavicius and starring Jean Dujardin and Berenice Bejo, this modern classic captures the magic, melancholy, and transformation of cinema's golden age. Q&A with special guest to follow.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free
Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, The Artist (2011): Oscar-Winning Silent-Era Romance with Jean Dujardin & Berenice Bejo

Book Discussion | Inside While Israel Slept: Intelligence, Assumptions, and Surprise (In Person AND Online!)


Journalist Yaakov Katz discusses his new book, While Israel Slept: How Hamas Surprised the Most Powerful Military in the Middle East, co-authored with Amir Bohbot, in conversation with New York Times columnist Bret Stephens. The event examines questions surrounding Israeli intelligence and military preparedness ahead of the October 7 attacks, and considers how political and strategic assumptions shaped the response.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free
Book Discussions, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Inside While Israel Slept: Intelligence, Assumptions, and Surprise (In Person AND Online!)

Workshop | Sunset Yoga on the Water


End your day with yoga in a beautiful sunset setting, led by Meg SantaMaria of Roadside Yogi. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear comfortable and bring your own mat. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Sunset Yoga on the Water

Author Reading | Inside Scoop with Nonfiction Authors: The Influence of John Adams


A conversation with Dr. Lindsay M. Chervinsky, presidential historian, writer, and speaker. She is the Executive Director of the George Washington Presidential Library. Chervinsky will be speaking about her book: Making the Presidency: John Adams and the Precedents That Forged the Republic. An authoritative account of the second president of the United States that shows how John Adams's leadership and legacy defined the office for those who followed and ensured the survival of the American republic. Making the Presidency is an authoritative exploration of the second US presidency, a period critical to the survival of the American republic. One of the most qualified presidents in American history, he had been a legislator, political theorist, diplomat, minister, and vice president--but he had never held an executive position. Instead, the quixotic and stubborn Adams would rely on his ideas about executive power, the Constitution, politics, and the state of the world to navigate the hurdles of the position. He defended the presidency from his own often obstructionist cabinet, protected the nation from foreign attacks, and forged trust and dedication to election integrity and the peaceful transfer of power between parties, even though it cost him his political future. Offering a portrait of one of the most fascinating and influential periods in US history, Making the Presidency is a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of the presidency and the creation of political norms and customs at the heart of the American republic.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Author Readings, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Inside Scoop with Nonfiction Authors: The Influence of John Adams

Staged Reading | Memory, Loss, and Resilience: ASCO (Disgust)


Step into a poetic memory play by Cuban playwright Yunior García. ASCO (Disgust) traces Nara’s journey through grief and guilt as she confronts family conflict, machismo, and generational silence. Told in nonlinear waves, the story captures resilience in the face of loss. Translated and directed by Arnaldo Galbán, this staged reading offers a rare chance to encounter García’s work in English.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Staged Readings, September 03, 2025, 09/03/2025, Memory, Loss, and Resilience: ASCO (Disgust)
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