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41 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, September 20, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Editor's Picks
Workshop | Tai Chi in the Park
Silvana Pizzuti leads a session to learn and practice Tai Chi, a slow-moving martial art with health ... more >> benefits for all fitness levels. 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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8:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Screening | International Events on the Big (30-foot!) Screen Outdoors: Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, & More
Today's Schedule:
8:55am - 11:00am Women's Soccer- 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup
11:00am - 11:30am ... more >> Pro Watercross Tour
11:30am - 1:00pm Sail GP Geneva 2026
1:00pm - 3:00pm American Kennel Club Events
3:00pm - 5:00pm WNBA- NY Liberty vs Toronto
5:00pm - 7:00pm MLB- Yankees vs Arizona
7:00pm - 9:00pm Pickleball- PPA Tour Open: Championship
*Scheduled programming subject to change. Seating is open to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. Wells Fargo customers receive priority seating.
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8:55 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Birdwatching | Celebrating Urban Biodiversity with NYC Bird Alliance
Seasoned birders highlight the importance of community science to bird conservation. The group will ... more >> share more about the wildlife monitoring program in Manhattan. The city's small green spaces can provide critical habitat for urban biodiversity. Come ask your birdy questions or even partake in your own point-count survey. Binoculars available for borrowing on-site.
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10:00 am
free, registration recommended
free, registration recommended
Workshop | Discover the Biodiversity of the East River
Get hands-on and up close with the marine life touch tank. Participants 14 years of age or older can ... more >> learn how to use a seine net to humanely catch and release organisms in the river. Protective waders and all equipment will be provided.
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10:00 am
free, registration required
free, registration 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 ... more >> 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.
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10:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson
A welcoming public kayaking experience and see New York City from the water. Guests will receive basic ... more >> paddling and safety instruction, be fitted with safety gear, and paddle in a protected area with trained volunteers nearby. No experience is needed, and children are welcome with a parent or guardian. Guests must know how to swim. First-come, first-served, sign-up line often closes early due to high demand.
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10:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Museums | Sunday at Pop Culture/Art Museum
Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum explores ... more >> the enormous impact of posters on society and culture, and how they have been adapted to contemporary use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it provides a space for inquiry for all those interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the aim of improving design literacy among the general public. Works explore:
mass communication and persuasion
the intersection of art and commerce
control of the public domain
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10:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Workshop | Tai Chi in the Garden
Start your Sunday with a peaceful Tai Chi session, led by Tai Chi Solution. This gentle movement practice ... more >> promotes balance, focus, and relaxation in a calm garden setting. All levels welcome.
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10:30 am
pay-what-you-wish, $15 suggested...
pay-what-you-wish, $15 suggested...
Tour | Explore a Unique Public Space: A Look at History, Design, & Environment
A historical walking tour of the area's highlights. Look into the past of this unique area of NYC and ... more >> learn about its exciting transformation and future. In this walking tour led by official guides, you'll examine how historic preservation, innovative design, and environmental stewardship make the area what it is today.
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10:45 am
free, RSVP required
free, RSVP required
Festival | Day of Performing & Visual Arts Kicking Off Climate Week NYC
This festival brings artists of all mediums together to creatively reflect on climate change and the ... more >> environment while envisioning future paths forward. A day full of eco-inspired performances, visual art, and participatory activities.
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11:00 am
free, tickets required
free, tickets required
Museums | Explore the Human Body as a Musical Instrument at a Landmark Museum
Multidisciplinary artists, musicians, and experts who contributed to the exhibition celebrate Musical ... more >> Bodies. From clapping hands and tapping feet to beatboxing and whistling, the human body is a musical instrument. Musical Bodies examines how musical instruments, in turn, often draw their form and decoration from human bodies, emerging as powerful vehicles that represent voices, actions, and identity. Take a deep dive into the exhibition's themes with dynamic presentations, conversations, and performances that explore the relationship between musical instruments and the body.
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11:00 am
free with museum...
free with museum...
Museums | Family Art-Making and Gallery Activities
Spend your Sunday at a museum with free talks, art-making workshops, storytimes, and family gallery tours. ... more >> Designed for visitors of all ages, these Sunday sessions offer a welcoming space to explore art and creativity together.Â
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11:00 am
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free, reservation required...
Concert | Rock, Pop, & Crowd-Favorite Hits in the Park
A family-friendly experience featuring an interactive mix of entertainment and activities for all ages. ... more >> From live performances to playful, hands-on activations, each event is designed to spark joy, creativity, and connection. Enjoy a high-energy, live performance with Mike Risko Band Acoustic, featuring rock, pop, and crowd-favorite hits, brought to life.
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11:00 am
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection ... more >> of 10,000 items. One of the exhibitions includes famous Tiffany's leaded glass objects and a valuable insight into the development of the inuctry in the US at the turn of the 20th century.
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11:00 am
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Workshop | An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before you arrive.
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12:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Workshop | Playwriting 101
A writing workshop on how to bring your stories to life on stage. You’ll learn some theatrical writing ... more >> craft, do some writing exercises, and get to meet fellow aspiring playwrights! Kuros Charney has had plays produced at numerous theaters, including Shame and Desire (Stella Adler Theatre), The Man from Brazoria County (ALAP New Works Lab), The Moving Forward of Souls (Coronet Theater), Anger (Elephant Theatre), and The Humanist (Dayton Playhouse).
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12:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Book Discussion | Psychiatrist Shares His New Book on Caring for Loved Ones
An engaging discussion with Dr. Tamir Aldad about his new book, Too Close for Comfort: Coping with a ... more >> Dependent Loved One. Dive into thought-provoking ideas, share your questions, and meet fellow caregivers. This is a chance to gain insight into how to care for loved ones while avoiding guilt and burnout in the process. About the Book: Millions of partners, parents, adult children, siblings, and caregivers find themselves overwhelmed by the emotional needs of someone they love. In his new book, Too Close for Comfort, Dr. Aldad reframes this often-misunderstood relationship dynamic and offers practical strategies for navigating severe emotional dependency while maintaining compassion and healthy boundaries.
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12:00 pm
free, RSVP required
free, RSVP required
Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park
This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of ... more >> their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
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12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Tour | Explore a Unique Public Space: A Look at History, Design, & Environment
A historical walking tour of the area's highlights. Look into the past of this unique area of NYC and ... more >> learn about its exciting transformation and future. In this walking tour led by official guides, you'll examine how historic preservation, innovative design, and environmental stewardship make the area what it is today.
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12:45 pm
free, RSVP required
free, RSVP required
Workshop | Kayaking in a Hudson River Cove
This event provides the equipment, instruction, and oversight you need to experience a safe and fun afternoon ... more >> of kayaking on the Hudson River. The program is beginner-friendly, and no prior experience is required. Participants must be at least 18 years old (or accompanied by a parent or guardian) and know how to swim. Come dressed to get wet! Lockers and locks will be provided to keep valuables dry, and on-site changing rooms will be available for use. To save time, you can also sign a waiver before arriving to save time, available at the link provided. Be sure to allow time for waiting in line when planning your visit. You may not get a chance to kayak if you arrive less than an hour before the boathouse closes.
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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Party | Reading on the Lawn: Bring a Book & Make New Friends (+ Live Music)
A summery Sunday afternoon for reading and socializing. Live music. Waterfront views. A couple hundred ... more >> people reading together for the afternoon. What to expect:
A low-key, unplugged Sunday afternoon on the waterfront
1 hour of reading to live music
1-on-1 breakout conversations and group discussion with fellow readers
What to bring:
BYO blanket (or towel, or yoga mat, no chairs on the lawn, please!)
BYO book (any book, any genre, whatever you want to read)
BYO sunscreen, water, sunglasses, and hat
A friend if you want, or come solo!
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1:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Workshop | Solar Gazing on the Pier with Special Equipment
The Amateur Astronomers Association and solar gazing bring solar telescopes specifically designed to ... more >> safely look at the sun and see sunspots and prominences under a summer sky. 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.
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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Jazz | "Virtuoso" Saxophonist Entertains at Arts Salon
Acclaimed musician Alex Hitch-cock for an after-noon of con-tem-po-rary jazz. Stick around after the ... more >> con-cert to explore the exhibits on dis-play through-out the house. Described by The Guardian as a "vir-tu-oso," Lon-don-born Alex Hitch-cock is a lead-ing inter-na-tion-al voice on the sax-o-phone. An award-ed com-pos-er and record-ing artist, Hitch-cock has released music on New Soil, Edi-tion Records, Whirl-wind Record-ings, and Fresh Sound New Tal-ent. Dream Band: Live in Lon-don (2023) was Jazz-wise's Edi-tor's Album of the Year.
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2:00 pm
free, RSVP required
free, RSVP required
Galleries | Musselquest: Closing Reception for Exhibition on Native Mussels
InterÂdisÂciÂpliÂnary artist PriscilÂla Stadler’s InstiÂtute of CreÂative Research presents ... more >> an evolvÂing exhiÂbiÂtion docÂuÂmentÂing an intuÂitive search for the Atlantic Ribbed MusÂsels. Using divÂinaÂtion and psyÂchoÂgeogÂraÂphy as research methodÂoloÂgies, MusÂselQuest interÂroÂgates assumpÂtions about learnÂing and knowÂing while priÂorÂiÂtizÂing conÂnecÂtion and joy. In this process-focused exhiÂbiÂtion, PriscilÂla Stadler’s hand-stitched lab coats and colÂlabÂoÂraÂtor EmiÂly Garfield’s map-themed texÂtile hangÂings will be joined by the ongoÂing results of their research on native mussels.
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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation 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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
free, 1 drink...
free, 1 drink...
Author Reading | Award-Winning Author Reads from His Latest Story Collection with Translator (English & Spanish)
This event brings together author Roberto Azcorra Cámara and translator Pennell Somsen for a bilingual ... more >> reading from Medusa reina. Azcorra Cámara's stories delve into the intimacy of relationships, revealing how, even amidst misfortune and missteps, a path remains — sometimes luminous, sometimes dark, always unexpected. They explore romantic love, maternal devotion, forbidden desire, and grief through the lens of memory and urban space, with five stories sharing a recurring protagonist whose arc forms a puzzle for the attentive reader. The stories don't end definitively, leaving the outcome to the protagonists — and to the reader. Azcorra Cámara and Somsen will read selected passages in both Spanish and English, discuss the process of writing and translating, and invite questions from the audience.
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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
This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects ... more >> 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. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.
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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Jazz | Let the Music Play in the Park: Local Jazz Artists
Berta Indeed presents a community jazz concert featuring an array of local musicians and vocalists. ... more >> 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.
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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Classical Music | Music on the Water: Works for Strings & Piano
Piano Trios by Shostakovich, Haydn, and Brahms. Performed by Mark Peskanov, violin, Julian Schwarz, cello, ... more >> and Marika Bournaki, piano.
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2:00 pm
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free, no reservation required
Party | Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ
Get ready to roll into the excitement at an outdoor skate circle. With live DJs spinning the tunes, is ... more >> as much fun to watch as it is to join! Whether you're a seasoned skater or just starting out, bring your own skates and get ready to groove with roller dancing. All skill levels are welcome. This is a family-friendly atmosphere perfect for all ages. Children under 14 must wear helmets for safety.
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2:45 pm
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free, no reservation required
Play | Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Don Juan has abandoned Elvira, whom he seduced into breaking her vows and marrying him. Over the course ... more >> of a single adventure-filled day, he and his loyal sidekick, Sganarelle, encounter many of the people Don Juan has betrayed. As he seduces women, defies social conventions, mocks religion, and revels in provocation, his appetite for transgression seems impossible to satisfy. Yet the signs are unmistakable: the walls are closing in. Will he truly repent? Or will he just pretend to, like so many around him, and continue down the same path to the bitter end? Playwright: Moliere Translator/Adaptor: Stephen Wadsworth Director: Lucie Tiberghien Cast: Keshav Moodliar, Kaliswa Brewster, Naomi Lorrain, Daniel Pearce, Michelle Veintimilla This presentation will feature live original cello music by Drama Desk-nominated composer Johnathan Moore.
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3:00 pm
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free, tickets required
3:00 pm
Regular: $50
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Regular: $50
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Concert | Autumn Arts & Music Jam
Hosted by Demetrius Daniel, stop by the Fall Equinox Jam to celebrate the beginning of fall with words, ... more >> music, and dance.
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3:30 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 ... more >> landmarks. Tickets for Pay-What-You-Wish hours are available online only and released at 10 am the morning of the event.
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4:00 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...
Jazz | Grammy-Winning Vocalist Brings Blues, Cabaret, Baroque, & More Tunes to a Historic Church (In Person AND Online!)
Cecile McLorin Salvant brings her musical imagination to this performance. She weaves jazz, blues, cabaret, ... more >> and baroque with her own compositions, through which she explores narrative power dynamics and folklore. Salvant will be collaborating with Glenn Zaleski, a pianist known for his stylistic versatility and refined touch.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
free, registration required
free, registration required
Poetry Reading | An Evening of Poetry in the Garden
Enjoy an outdoor poetry reading hosted in partnership with McNally Jackson. Submit your work at the link ... more >> provided to read at the event!
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Museums | Step Inside a Historic Mansion and Explore Centuries of Design Evolution
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, influence, and importance of design in everyday life. ... more >> Housed in a historic mansion, the museum features a diverse collection of design objects, including decorative arts, architecture, graphic design, textiles, and industrial design. Please note that the museum is currently undergoing an exhibition changeover, and the third-floor galleries are closed.
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5:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish from 5pm...
pay-what-you-wish from 5pm...
Classical Music | Organ Works by Wagner & More in a Beautiful Church
Organist Nigel Potts. Program: Richard Wagner (1813-1883) Prelude to Act 1 from Lohengrin Herbert Howells ... more >> (1892-1983) Prelude Set 2 No. 3 Guy Ropartz (1864-1955) Prelude funebre Max Reger (1873-1916) Siegesfeier
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5:15 pm
free, no reservation required
free, no reservation required
Play | Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Don Juan has abandoned Elvira, whom he seduced into breaking her vows and marrying him. Over the course ... more >> of a single adventure-filled day, he and his loyal sidekick, Sganarelle, encounter many of the people Don Juan has betrayed. As he seduces women, defies social conventions, mocks religion, and revels in provocation, his appetite for transgression seems impossible to satisfy. Yet the signs are unmistakable: the walls are closing in. Will he truly repent? Or will he just pretend to, like so many around him, and continue down the same path to the bitter end? Playwright: Moliere Translator/Adaptor: Stephen Wadsworth Director: Lucie Tiberghien Cast: Keshav Moodliar, Kaliswa Brewster, Naomi Lorrain, Daniel Pearce, Michelle Veintimilla This presentation will feature live original cello music by Drama Desk-nominated composer Johnathan Moore.
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7:00 pm
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