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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 10, 2025!
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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, 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 10, 2025. Free shows, concerts, movies, tours are New York (NYC) best kept secret! New York City 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 do not wot till tomorrow, start using these unique New York City opportunities today, December 10, 2025!
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 10, 2025!
Join the Club!
Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
Join the Club!
Free things to do, free events that take place in the City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (December 10, 2025) 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, 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!
Join the Club!
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
Join the Club!
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!
Let New York City surprise, stimulate, entertain and excite you! Read More
Don't miss the 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).
Editor's Picks
50 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)
If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 am
Free
Free
Museums | New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity
This museum holds over 1,5 million artifacts, including photographs, paintings, decorative arts, costumes, and documents that tell the story of New York's development and its inhabitants. Explore the galleries and discover the rich history and vibrant culture of New York City!
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Tour | Explore an Exhibition on Black Musical Theater History
Enjoy a guided tour of the new exhibition on Black musical theater history, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way! This staff-led tour highlights the contributions of Black artists, shows, and theaters in the musical theater field, from pioneering artists of the 19th century to the great culture shapers and innovators of today.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Fair | Iconic NYC Holiday Market: Local Crafts and Gifts
Named the best holiday market in America in 2023, this holiday market features 185 vendors offering unique gifts from local craftspeople, artists, and entrepreneurs. Open from November 13 to December 24, the market is a festive destination for holiday shopping, offering a wide range of handmade and artisanal goods. Note: Hours vary throughout the week; the market is closed on Thanksgiving Day.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Festival | Carols, Cocoa, & Ice Sculptures
A festive afternoon with ice sculptures, live caroling, hot cocoa, and sweet treats. There will even be surprise swag giveaways!
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
Free
Free
Classical Music | Live Cello with "The Cajun Cellist"
Experience the lively sounds of Sean Grissom, known internationally as "the Cajun Cellist," blending Country, Cajun, Classical, Swing, and Rock into a vibrant performance style. Enjoy his weekly live sets every Wednesday.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Tour | New York City Hall Guided Tour
One of the oldest continuously used city halls in the nation that still houses its original governmental functions, New York's City Hall is considered one of the finest architectural achievements of its period. Constructed from 1803 to 1812, the building was an early expression of the City's cosmopolitanism. City Hall is a designated New York City landmark, and its rotunda is also a designated interior landmark. Note: When registering, choose the "Individual Tour" option.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection 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.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Book Discussion | Wartime Looting of Four French Jewish Art Collections (Online!)
Author Peter Elliott discusses the histories of four French Jewish families whose art collections were seized and whose businesses were confiscated during the Nazi Occupation of France. The talk traces the origins of their collections, the circumstances of their loss, and the paths their artworks followed during and after the war.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue
Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:20 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Freestyle Watercolor Paint & Sip
Create your own art on watercolor paper while sipping on some coffee or tea! This is not a painting class, you are free to paint whatever you wish. All materials provided, limited to 10 participants. First come, first served. No registration required.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Lincoln Center Chamber Music Showcase: Juilliard Wednesdays
Experience an afternoon of dynamic chamber music performed by Juilliard students. This free recital features a diverse program of ensemble works, highlighting the collaborative spirit and artistic excellence of emerging musicians. Note: Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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1:30 pm
Pay-What-You-Wish, reservation required
Pay-What-You-Wish, reservation required
Workshop | Free-Form Creative Writing Session
This event is an afternoon of live, free-form creative writing. No formal writing experience is required - just enthusiasm and curiosity to see where writing takes you. Participants are provided with suggested prompts at the start of the session, approximately 30 minutes to free write, and the remainder of the hour to share and listen to others' pieces. This is a relaxed forum to experiment with and strengthen your writing. There is the option, but not the requirement, to share your work in each session. Come write freely and meet other people who love writing for the sake of writing!
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | Airplane! (1980): Classic Disaster Comedy Film
A traumatized ex-flier boards a plane hoping to win back his flight attendant girlfriend. Meanwhile, after the crew becomes sick with food poisoning, a neurotic ex-fighter pilot must safely land a commercial airplane full of passengers. Director: Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker Cast: Robert Hays, Julie Hagerty
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Open Studios | Immersive Installation on Hope and Shared Humanity
Experience a powerful multimedia installation that explores themes of resilience, generosity, and collective belonging. Through layered projections, sound, and film, the piece centers on portraits of individuals who have rebuilt their lives after displacement, each illuminated by symbols of the gifts and stories they carry. Presented as a sculptural, projection-mapped environment, this time-limited installation invites visitors to reflect on connection, community, and what we bring to one another. On view through January 4th.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:15 pm
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Gallery Talk | Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum
Join a museum educator for a brief gallery talk tracing how a Gilded Age mansion was transformed into a world-class art museum.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Commerical Photographer Discusses Holiday Window & Illustrative Portraiture Photography
Learn from William Douglas King about "holiday windows" and "illustrative portraiture." Every Christmas since 2019, William Douglas King has photographed seasonal “Holiday Windows” displays of Macy’s, Bloomingdales, Bergdorf Goodman, and Saks Fifth Avenue. It’s brought him great joy, participating with thousands of people celebrating the holiday season in New York City. The contemplative spirit utilizing conceptual window design by the greatest iconic department stores is so inspirational during this time of year. In addition, William will show a selection of “Illustrative Portraiture.” Portraits which he formulated and digitally captured; profile, three quarter and frontal portraits in the studio.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Open Studios | Interactive Design Showcase: Reimagining Connection
Step inside this Interaction Design studio for an evening of innovation and exploration. Experience interactive projects and prototypes that rethink how we live, play, and connect. Engage with the creators and explore designs that envision the future of interaction.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Gallery Talk | J.M.W. Turner’s Masterpiece in Focus: Harbor of Dieppe
Join a museum educator for a brief gallery talk focused on J.M.W. Turner’s Harbor of Dieppe: Changement de Domicile. Gain insight into the painting’s technique, composition, and historical context in a focused, 15-minute discussion.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Read & Analyze the Poetry of Paul Celan with a Group
For this meeting, the group will read selections from Paul Celan's 1952 poetry collection, Poppy and Memory, translated from the German by Michael Hamburger and Christopher Middleton. Celan is regarded as one of the most important figures in German-language literature of the post-World War II era and a poet whose verse has gained an immortal place in the literary pantheon. Celan’s poetry, with its many radical poetic and linguistic innovations, is characterized by a complicated and cryptic style that deviates from poetic conventions. You can find a copy of the reading attached to the linked page. Please bring your printed copy to the discussion! the group will be reading aloud and interpreting the poems as a group.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Sonatas by Beethoven & Cesar Franck for Cello and Piano
The John Jay Duo (Miles Levine, cello, Steven Cui, piano) performs two sonatas. Program: Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) Cello Sonata No. 4 in C Major, Op. 102, No. 1 Cesar Franck (1822-1890) Sonata in A Major
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Trombone Works by Piazzolla, Amy Beach, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Austin Murray, tenor trombone, performs a series of pieces from the Romantic period through today. Program: Nino Rota (1911-1979) Trombone Concerto Anthony DiLorenzo Serenata Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992) Histoire du Tango Amy Beach (1867-1944) Meadow-larks Juraj Filas (1955-2021) Sonata for Trombone and Piano Saskia Apon (1957-) First Trombone Quartet
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Lecture | Art, Books, and the Little Things in Life
Join acclaimed artist, illustrator, and author Maira Kalman for an intimate and whimsical lecture exploring her recent work and collaborations. From her observations of everyday life in New York City to her inventive projects in books, film, and design, Kalman shares her unique perspective on creativity, storytelling, and the world around us. She will also present a short film in which she portrays Franz Kafka and answer audience questions. Kalman is the author and illustrator of over thirty books for adults and children and a frequent contributor to The New Yorker and The New York Times. Her work has been exhibited at major institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the ICA Philadelphia, and the Jewish Museum.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Artistic Performance Using Audiovisual Software
Enjoy a performance from students of Prof. August Luhrs' "Playful Performance Props" and "Virtual Performance and Unreal Interactions" courses for thrilling live performances using audiovisual software and video game engines.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Board Games Meet-Up
Play a variety of board games, including Scrabble, Chess, Boggle, Bananagrams, Scattergories, and more! Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels are welcome. Studies have shown that playing board games can have positive effects on your mental, emotional, and physical health, including: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Festival | Busan Performing Arts Market (Theater, Dance, & More)
Waves from Busan is an international performing arts initiative, with a program that introduces Busan’s creative performing arts scene to New York and fosters professional cooperation between the two cities. This performing arts market features full-length performances, showcases, pitch sessions, meetings, and networking programs across all genres.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Celebrate the World Monuments Fund's 60th Anniversary & New Book
Celebrate the World Monuments Fund's 60th anniversary publication, Irreplaceable: 60 of Humanity's Most Treasured Places, a call to safeguard some of the most important monuments of our shared cultural heritage. Enjoy a conversation with president and chief executive officer of World Monuments Fund ,Bénédicte de Montlaur, New York Times best-selling author André Aciman, and Director of the Robert Capa and Cornell Capa Archive at the International Center for Photography, Cynthia Young, to celebrate this new book.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Open Studios | Explore Computer Art Projects: Creative Work & Media (Immersive Installation, Animation, Design, etc.)
MFA Computer Arts presents its fall open studio event, bringing together multidisciplinary projects from students. The creative work encompasses a wide range of media, including immersive installation, animation, design, and interactivity. ”Art and technology have always been fantastic partners in creativity, and our latest student works offer some great examples of that intersection,” states department chair Terrence Masson. Exhibiting artists include Ronnie Ahlborn, Hyeonghoo Cho, Maya Khalil, Alexia Hartogensis, Zachary Dresher, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Author Reading | How a Celebrated Brazilian Novella Reaches English Readers
Join a translator and journalist for a discussion of a newly released English translation of an acclaimed Brazilian novella, winner of one of the country’s top literary prizes. The conversation will explore the book’s themes, its cultural roots, and the process of translating a deeply Brazilian story for new readers. A post-talk reception follows, and copies of the novel will be available for purchase.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Liederabend: Juilliard Vocal Arts Song Recital (In Person AND Online!)
An evening of art songs performed by students from Juilliard’s Ellen and James S. Marcus Institute for Vocal Arts and Collaborative Piano Department. The program features duets for voice and piano. Note: Please arrive 30-60 minutes in advance of your performance to sign in to the Juilliard building and receive your visitor badge. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Talk | Menorahs Across the Jewish World (Online!)
Collector Dr. Aaron Feingold shares the stories behind historical menorahs from Jewish communities around the globe. Drawing from his personal collecting journey, he highlights the cultural histories, craftsmanship, and diaspora traditions reflected in these ceremonial objects. Participants will also see selected examples featured in a current exhibition.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, registration required
Pay-what-you-wish, registration required
Book Discussion | Quiet Reading Meet Up
Bring a book or check one out of the library to read to yourself for one hour. After that, spend an hour socializing with those around you!
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Gallery Talk | The Art of Exploring the Creative Process
Join artists Greg Carideo, Naudline Pierre, and Rose Salane for a conversation on the ideas and processes shaping the exhibition As Above, So Below. The discussion brings together three distinct artistic perspectives to explore themes within the exhibition and the inspirations behind their work.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Translator Discusses Her Upcoming, Prize-Winning Book, The Jaguar's Roar
Juliana Barbassa will discuss her soon-to-be published English translation of the award-winning Brazilian novella, The Jaguar's Roar. Originally published in Portuguese as O Som do Rugido da Onça, the novella by acclaimed Brazilian author Micheliny Verunschk won Brazil's prestigious Jabuti Award in the Literary Novel category in 2022. At the event, Barbassa will talk about the novel’s central themes and how she worked to bring such a quintessentially Brazilian story to a new audience. Synopsis: The Jaguar's Roar takes as its starting point the real story of two Indigenous children taken from the Amazon to the Bavarian court in Munich in the early 1800s for display and study. The two German "scientists" who took them to Europe wrote extensively about Brazil, its flora and fauna, and included illustrations in their publications, so the images of the children are known in Brazil and beyond and part of the permanent display at the Itaú cultural institute in São Paulo. But the researchers noted nothing else about the children themselves, not even their names.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | A Long Table Conversation on Democracy & Community
Join neighbors and local arts organizers for an open discussion exploring how everyday interactions can strengthen democratic life. Guided by urban planner and cultural organizer Dr. Andrew Zitcer, participants will consider how cultural spaces can foster civic engagement and collective responsibility. The Long Table format, created to encourage non-hierarchical, community-driven dialogue, invites you to take part in a shared practice of democratic co-creation.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Poetry Reading | Hear Prize-Winning Poets Share Their Work (+ Signing)
Hear warm and inspiring poetry from five incredible poets:
Carey Salerno, author of The Hungriest Stars
Nicole Sealey, author of The Ferguson Report
Rosebud Ben-Oni, author of If This Is the Age We End Discovery
Andres Cerpa, author of the forthcoming collection The Palace
Joan Larkin, author of Old Stranger
Books will be available for purchase at the event. Cost of a $5 general admission ticket can be applied towards your purchase. The talk will be followed by a book signing. Books signed at this event must be purchased from this bookstore.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
$5, tickets required
$5, tickets required
Book Discussion | Historian Shares her New Book: Queen Mother: Black Nationalism, Reparations, and the Untold Story of Audley Moore (+ Signing)
Enjoy an evening of conversation and reflection with historian Dr. Ashley Farmer, author of Queen Mother: Black Nationalism, Reparations, and the Untold Story of Audley Moore, a groundbreaking portrait of one of the most influential yet overlooked figures in twentieth-century Black freedom movements. Through Queen Mother, Farmer reintroduces audiences to Audley “Queen Mother” Moore, whose decades of activism helped shape movements for reparations, Black nationalism, and Pan-African liberation from Harlem to Ghana. Farmer’s work reframes Moore as a political visionary whose ideas remain foundational to current struggles for racial justice, self-determination, and repair. Dr. Farmer will be joined in conversation with Dr. Brandi T. Summers, Associate Professor of African American and African Diaspora Studies at Columbia University. A book signing will follow.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Dance Performance | Holiday Dance Performance
Get in the holiday spirit with an exciting pop-up performance featuring a Toy Soldier Dancing Troupe!
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Lesson | Learn about New Architectural Projects (In Person AND Online!)
This conversation between OFFICE and A83 will focus on the three new volumes of OFFICE’s ongoing oeuvre catalogue — Four, Five, & Six — and more generally, on writing about architecture, and making books on architecture, as an expanded field of the practice. This is an important part of OFFICE production, which operates under the monicker “Office Without Office” and positions their own projects in the broader context of architectural discourse. The new books will be presented for the first time during this event.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Music Duo Brings Passion & Playfulness to Classical Works
Experience an evening of passion and playfulness, as Duo Minerva (clarinetist Johanna Gossner and accordionist Damian Keller) transforms love into sound - blending classical masterpieces, avantgarde, folk, and jazz into a dazzling musical journey. Duo Minerva demonstrates how thrilling and multifaceted classical music can be. Their interpretations breathe new life into familiar works, weaving playful arrangements that effortlessly move between genres. At the heart of the program lies love expressed through a vibrant mix of classical masterpieces, contemporary avant garde, folk traditions, and unexpected surprises. Virtuosity, emotional depth, and a touch of wit create a musical experience that is both intimate and daring, leaving audiences with a sense of discovery and wonder.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Talk | Musician & Scholar Discuss Bad Bunny's Music & Impact (+ Listen to His Tracks) (In Person AND Online!)
Listen to Bad bunny's key tracks and learn about the style and significance of this extremely popular artist, guided by a scholar and a musician. This event invites audiences to listen — really listen — to artists who have shaped our musical imagination, focusing on Bad Bunny. The Puerto Rican reguetonero, in his latest album (DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS), encapsulates powerful messages of cultural resistance, joy, and resilience. To better understand the historical and political resonances in Bad Bunny’s music, organizers welcome scholar Jorell Meléndez-Badillo and musician Miguel Zenón, who will guide the audience through selected tracks, offering a deep dive into the artist’s sound, style, and significance. Meléndez-Badillo, who collaborated with Bad Bunny on his recent album and tour, is associate professor of Latin American and Caribbean History at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and author of the award-winning book, Puerto Rico: A National History. Zenón, a masterful saxophonist and composer, and a former MacArthur Fellow, has released 17 albums, including the Grammy-winning El Arte Del Bolero Vol. 2.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Gallery Talk | Performance, Protest, and the “Squatting Body”
Artist and scholar Simon Leung will discuss his long-running exploration of the “squatting body” as a lens for examining nationalism, labor, property, identity, and public-space protest. Working across video, performance, sculpture, drawing, fiction, and opera, Leung reflects on site-specific projects connected to Hong Kong, Berlin, and Los Angeles, as well as his recent exhibitions and collaborations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Play | Sense & Sensibility: Jane Austen Adaptation
Sense and Sensibility traces the fortunes, and misfortunes, of the Dashwood sisters -- sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne -- after their father's sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in late 18th-century England, the play is full of irreverent humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. Sense and Sensibility examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. Written by Kate Hamill. Directed by Jose Zayas.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Surviving History: A Family Story of Courage and Resilience (Online!)
Hear an extraordinary family story passed down by the child of two Holocaust survivors who endured a combined ten concentration camps. In this moving conversation with her daughter, she reflects on her parents’ remarkable journey—acts of bravery and resourcefulness, the unlikely moment they met during a death march, and their liberation and rebuilding of a life in the United States. The event offers an intimate look at survival, memory, and the legacy carried forward through generations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Winter Wonderland Queer Variety Show
Enjoy an evening of queer joy and winter magic featuring comedy, dance, and more! Step into a winter wonderland for a sparkling queer variety show—an evening of short, dazzling performances full of comedy, dance, music, and more. Grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy the magic on stage for one night only! Hosted by Nicky O. Featuring: Brooklyn Irish Dance Company Honey Burlesque The Fuppets Stand-up comedian Motti Sarah Creamin’ Onion DJ Jo Disco and more! May contain mature content. 18+ | ID required.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Writer Sheung-King Talks about His New Novel, Batshit Seven
Writer Sheung-King (author of You Are Eating an Orange. You Are Naked., a finalist for the 2021 Governor General’s Award and the 2021 Amazon Canada First Novel Award), discusses his new novel, Batshit Seven. He speaks with translator Jeremy Tiang. The novel is about a millennial living through the Hong Kong protests, as he struggles to make sense of modern life and the parts of himself that just won’t gel. Inventive and utterly irresistible, with QR codes woven throughout, Sheung-King’s ingenious novel encapsulates the anxieties and apathies of the millennial experience. Batshit Seven is an ode to a beloved city, an indictment of the cycles of imperialism, and a reminder of the beautiful things left under the hype of commodified living.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
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Classical Music | Orchestral Wind Works by Mozart, Schubert, & More
Hear the Mannes Wind Orchestra perform in concert, conducted by Rebekah Heller and Judith Mendenhall. Program: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) (arr. Ray Thompson) Die Zauberflöte, K. 620 Overtüre George Lewis (1952-) Artificial Life 2007 Sarah Gibson (1986-2024) Pas de Deux Franz Schubert (1797-1828) (transcr. Jean Françaix) Three Military Marches Émile Bernard (1843-1902) Divertissement for 10 Winds, Op 36
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Classical Music | Contemporary & Modern Clarinet Works (In Person AND Online!)
Anju Aoto, clarinet and bass clarinet, performs a series of pieces by Contemporary & Modern composers. Program: Eunike Tanzil Veni Vidi Vici, Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra Emre Şener (2001-) Inheritance, for Clarinet in B-flat and Ensemble Aaron Copland (1900-1990) Concerto for Clarinet, Strings, Harp and Piano
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Musical Theatre Tunes
NYU's Musical Theater Ensemble explores harmony, storytelling, and the expressive power of the human voice. Through collaborative work, the ensemble shapes vocal color, texture, and emotion into unified musical experiences. Their goal is to create performances that resonate deeply with audiences and expand their sense of artistic connection and possibility.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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