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Free Events, Free Things to Do in New York City! Read More
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, December 9, 2023!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
December 9, 2023. Free shows, free concerts, free movies, free tours, free readings, worshops, lectures, etc. are New York's best kept secret! Learn all about it and do not miss the unique opportunities that only New York provides: NYC never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.
New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).
So start using these unique New York City opportunities today, December 9, 2023!
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, December 9, 2023!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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Free things to do, free events that take place in New York City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (December 9, 2023) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!
In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
Join the Club!
Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
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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!
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!
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Don't miss the unique opportunities that only New York provides:
- free concerts in NYC
- free movies in NYC
- free jazz in NYC
- free poetry readings in NYC
- free tours/hikes in NYC
- free city walks in NYC
- free Yoga /Tai Chi in NYC
- fairs and parades in NYC
- free theater in NYC
- free tickets to concerts, theater and dance performances in NYC
'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).
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25 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Saturday, December 9, 2023
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Conference | Between the Black Sea and the Bering Strait: Environmental Histories Across a Subcontinent
9:00 – 10:30am | Session 2: Technology and Environment in Soviet/Post-Soviet Contexts Moderator: Andy Bruno (Northern Illinois University) Elena Kochetkova (University of Bergen, Norway), The Green Power of Socialism: Wood, Forest, and the Making of Soviet Industrially Embedded Ecology Julia Lajus (Columbia University), Use of Science and Technology for Increasing Biological Productivity of Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems in the Late Soviet Union Artemy Kalinovsky (Temple University), Maintenance and Markets: The Water Energy Nexus in Central Asia after Socialism 10:45am – 12:30pm | Roundtable: Land, Space, Scale and the Methodology of Environmental Humanities Moderator: Catherine Evtuhov (Columbia University) Bathsheba Demuth (Brown University), Land as Method in Environmental History Mieka Erley (Colgate University), Reading Against the Grain: Film and the Natural Trace Jane Costlow (Bates College, ME), Messy reading and the unexpected [context, connection, collaboration] Jennifer Keating (University College Dublin, Ireland), Thinking environmentally about space and scale 1:15 – 2:45pm | Session 3: Environmental Transformations, Disasters, Ecocide Moderator: Anna Mazanik (Max Weber Foundation/LMU Munich, Germany) Dmitry Arzyutov (Ohio State University), Thinking with Novaya Zemlya in the Anthropocene: A Palimpsest of Environmental Transformations of the Arctic Archipelago Sarah Cameron (University of Maryland), Aral: Life and Death of a Sea Anna Olenenko (University of Alberta, Canada), Kakhovka Dam Disaster: Cycles of Ecocide 3:00 – 4:30pm | Contributions of Our Field to Global Environmental History Moderator: John McNeill (Georgetown University) David Moon (University College London, UK), Were the Steppe Rivers Drying Up? Debates over Environmental Change in the Russian Empire Taylor Zajicek (Columbia University), The Black Sea at the Cold War’s End—Local Oddity or Global Catastrophe? Andy Bruno (Northern Illinois University), From Place-Based to the Planetary: The Tunguska Explosion in Global Environmental History 4:30 – 4:45pm | Closing
New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
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Tour | 13 Tours, All City Neighborhoods, Any Time Of The Day, Choose One Tour Or Many -- Includes Holiday Lights Tour
These free tours take place at various times during the day, all day long. You can make reservations for as many tours as your schedule allows.
SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown
Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights + DUMBO
3 Hour Lower Manhattan
Harlem
Chelsea and the High Line
6 Hour Downtown Combined
Greenwich Village
Central Park
Lower Manhattan
Midtown Manhattan
Grand Central Terminal
Graffiti and Street Art Tours
World Trade Center
Holiday Lights Tour
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Hike | Holiday Flora and Fauna Exploration Hike
Enjoy the holiday season outdoors with the Urban Park Rangers and discover the flora and fauna of the park.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
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Festival | Holiday Extravaganza: Photo Ops with Favorite Characters, Classic Movies, Interactive Activities for Kids, and More!
Santa Claus is coming to town! This venue is transforming into a wonderland of family entertainment, with a lineup of events that will make your holidays unforgettable. From the whimsical world of My Little Pony to the high-flying antics of the Harlem Globetrotters, there's something for everyone. Step into a Peanuts paradise for a cozy holiday experience or join Rosie Fuentes from PBS Kids' Rosie's Rules for a festive celebration. Each event offers exclusive screenings, photo ops, and interactive activities for the kids. CFT members have to use a code (provided below the location) to get free admission.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Film | The Princess Bride (1987): Fantasy Comedy-Adventure
A bedridden boy's grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love. Director: Rob Reiner Stars: Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Robin Wright 98 min.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
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Classical Music | Chamber Works by J.S. Bach, Ravel, and More
Columbia Bach Society; Sofia Ouyang, Nitya Nigam, directors. Program J.S. Bach (1685-1750), Mass in B Minor, No. 1-3 Hannah Ishizaki, My Eyes Will Gleam Ravel (1875-1937), Mother Goose Suite Sofia Ouyang, Sweet Spontaneous Earth
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Outdoor Skills: Survival 101
Urban Park Rangers are well versed in outdoor lore. Learn tips and tricks that will enhance your knowledge of the natural world, and might just save your life. Whether you are preparing for an extended journey through the woods or just want to be more prepared for any situation, an outdoor skills program is the perfect fit for you. Learn the basic skills of outdoor survival including fire making, shelter building and water collection among other skills.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Winter Classical Music Festival
Piano Recital.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Nope (2022) Directed by Jordan Peele
A man and his sister discover something sinister in the skies above their California horse ranch, while the owner of a nearby theme park tries to profit from the mysterious, otherworldly phenomenon. Director: Jordan Peele Cast: Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, Steven Yeun, Michael Wincott, Brandon Perea, Keith David Jordan Peele is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker known for his film and television work in the comedy and horror genres. Peele started his career in sketch comedy before transitioning his career as a writer and director of psychological horror and satirical films. In 2017, Peele was included on the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Film | Sister Act (1992) with Whoopi Goldberg
When lively lounge singer Deloris Van Cartier sees her mobster beau, Vince LaRocca, commit murder, she is relocated for her protection. Set up in the guise of a nun in a California convent, Deloris proceeds to upend the quiet lives of the resident sisters. In an effort to keep her out of trouble, they assign Deloris to the convent's choir, an ensemble that she soon turns into a vibrant and soulful act that gains widespread attention. Director: Emile Ardolino Cast: Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Smith, Kathy Najimy, Wendy Makkena, Mary Wickes, Harvey Keitel Whoopi Goldberg is an American actor, comedian, author and television personality.] A recipient of numerous accolades, she is one of 18 entertainers to win the EGOT, which includes an Emmy Award, a Grammy Award, an Academy Award, and a Tony Award.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Museum Highlights Tour
A highlights tour of these exhibitions: A Collection without Borders -- celebrates the art and culture of Spain, Portugal, Latin America, Goa and the Philippines. Includes a wide range of paintings and decorative arts. Featuring works by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Murillo, Tápies, Viladrich, Arrieta, and many more. Anatomy of a Fresco: Drawings of José Clemente Orozco from the Wornick Collection -- Anatomy of a Fresco features a rare group of figurative sketches for portraits and preparatory works for large-scale murals made during the Mexican Mural Movement. Sorolla's Vision of Spain -- The monumental series of 14 paintings known as Vision of Spain by the Valencian master Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida. A truly unique, immersive experience that captures the essence of turn-of-the-century rural Spain. Sculpture on the Audobon Terrace -- Immerse yourself in Penetrable, an interactive sculpture created by Jesús Rafael Soto, as well as Marta Chilindron’s Orange Cube 48, the inaugural selection for Art on the Audubon Terrace, a partnership with the Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Silent Film Showcase: Circus Clowns (1922), Go West (1923), It's the Cats (1926) and The Lion's Whiskers (1925)
Silent Clowns, New York's longest-running regularly scheduled silent film showcase hosts an afternoon of hoots and hijinks! Presenting the silent comedies of Chaplin, Keaton, Laurel & Hardy, Lloyd, and many others, all with live musical accompaniment by renowned silent-film accompanist Ben Model. Every program features a spoken introduction and Q&A by film historians Steve Massa and Model. For classic-film fans young and old alike! Animals were very popular in silent films because the lack of sound made it easy for trainers to instruct the bestial Barrymores and put them through their paces on camera. Some frugal producers were able to develop stars without egos who would literally work for peanuts. For this selection of comedy critters we have Brownie the Wonder Dog, Numa the lion, and the Dippy-Doo-Dads in Circus Clowns (1922), Go West (1923), It's the Cats (1926) and The Lion's Whiskers (1925). Registration required.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free
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Concert | Chamber Music on the Water
A one hour performance (no intermission), including a Q & A session with the musicians. The program is announced at the performance.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Paper Engineering Workshop
In this workshop, artists Maria Luisa Portuondo Vila and Aurora De Armendi Sobrino will invite participants to explore the creation of a Volvelle structure inspired by their most significant memories of trees. Volvelles are early forms of paper engineering and paper analog computers. They are made by overlapping pieces of paper with rotating elements to convey information. Early forms of volvelles can be traced back to the 9th century. They were designed to record and share information about astronomy, mathematics, geography, and the natural sciences in general.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
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
Free
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Performance | Winter Holiday Skating Celebration and Tree Lighting
Many beautiful performances by the ITNY Professional Ensemble, Riverbank Skating Club, Figure Skating in Harlem with Alicia Hall Moran, the Skyliners, Sky Rink All Stars, and ITNY Youth Performing Apprentices Andrea and Selena Alphonse. At the end of the event Santa makes an appearance and they light up the tree.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
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Festival | Winter Celebration and Tree Lighting in the Park
Step into a world of wonder as they light up the tallest living holiday tree in a New York City park -- a magnificent 50-foot evergreen standing tall. Festivities include an ugly sweater dog parade, with music and refreshments. The tree will be lit promptly at 6pm after a few opening remarks.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Winter Classical Music Festival
Chamber Ensembles.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Spectacle of Chaos and Love: Inside Black Lodge
Opera and poetry provocateurs David T. Little and Anne Waldman sit down to discuss their Grammy-nominated opera/film hybrid that reimagines the operatic form through the fractured mythologies of artists like William S. Burroughs and David Lynch, with influences from glam metal and industrial music.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Winter Classical Music Festival
Chamber Ensembles.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Flute Works by Bela Bartok and More
Andrea Abel, flute, performs works by Bela Bartok, Valerie Coleman, Steve Reich, Guillaume Connesson, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Dance Performance | December Dance Concert
Featuring the Second Avenue Dance Company.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
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Poetry Reading | Seen, Sound, Scribe: Poets Read
A thought-provoking and politically driven evening of spoken word, spirited dialogue, and presentation of new work. The program features readings and conversations with the Pushcart Prize-winning poet and writer of the collection Up Jump the Boogie John Murillo, alongside poet, essayist, and faculty in Literature at Bennington College, Franny Choi.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Free
Dance Performance | Dance Fall 2023
Featuring works created by guest choreographers Ogemdi Ude (Movement Research Artist-in-Residence) and Katie Workum, along with student-created works from Mariana Valencia's Textual Strategies in Performance course. All choreography will be performed by students of the Contemporary Dance Program.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Winter Classical Music Festival
Chamber Ensembles.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
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