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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on January 24, 2026?

13 free events take place on Saturday, January 24 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 January 24 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 January . 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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13 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, January 24, 2026

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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8:00 am
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Workshops, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Park Walk | Explore Local Paths and Parks


Get moving and connect with others in this morning walking program. Explore local paths and parks while enjoying the benefits of a physically active lifestyle.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Park Walks, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Explore Local Paths and Parks

Book Club | Discuss Your Favorite Romance Books in a Group


Calling all romance book lovers! If you love romance or want to get into it, come to this romance book club! The group will be discussing everyone's favorite romance books, current reads, and more!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:15 am
Free
Book Clubs, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Discuss Your Favorite Romance Books in a Group

Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art


As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Museumss, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Jewish History: Centuries of Art

Tour | Explore One of New York's Iconic Buildings


Designed to inspire, building highlights include: The only free, publicly accessible rooftop terrace in Midtown A dramatic "Long Room" with 42-foot-high atrium offering five levels of open, browsable book stacks Commissioned public art celebrating creativity and curiosity
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Tours, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Explore One of New York's Iconic Buildings

Park Walk | Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park


Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, design, and landscape. Note: Spots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Park Walks, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park

Film | Harold and Maude (1971): Classic Romantic Black Comedy-Drama


This cult classic pairs a dead-pan disillusioned 20-year old with a fun-loving 80-year old eccentric. They meet at a funeral, and develop a taboo romantic relationship, in which they explore the tired theme of life with a fresh perspective. Director: Hal Ashby Cast: Ruth Gordon, Bud Cort, Vivian Pickles, Cyril Cusack, Charles Tyner, Ellen Geer
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Films, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Harold and Maude (1971): Classic Romantic Black Comedy-Drama

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
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Concerts, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Film | Charlie Chaplin's A Countess from Hong Kong (1967): Romantic Comedy with All-Star Cast


Tale of a shipboard romance between a diplomat and a Russian stowaway. Charlie Chaplin's last film. Director: Charlie Chaplin Cast: Marlon Brando, Sophia Loren, Sydney Chaplin, Tippi Hedren, Patrick Cargill Charlie Chaplin was an English comic actor, filmmaker, and composer who rose to fame in the era of silent film. He became a worldwide icon through his screen persona, the Tramp, and is considered one of the film industry's most important figures. His career spanned more than 75 years, from his childhood in the Victorian era until a year before his death in 1977. His films are characterised by slapstick combined with pathos, typified in the Tramp's struggles against adversity. Many contain social and political themes, as well as autobiographical elements. He received an Honorary Academy Award for "the incalculable effect he has had in making motion pictures the art form of this century" in 1972, as part of a renewed appreciation for his work.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Films, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Charlie Chaplin's A Countess from Hong Kong (1967): Romantic Comedy with All-Star Cast

Tour | Weekend Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections


Join these guided tours every Friday and Saturday at 2 PM to explore a museum’s history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. Led by educators, the tours last 45–60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tours, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Weekend Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections

Workshop | Try Creative Writing (All Levels Welcome)


This workshop is designed to help attendees unlock their creative potential.   Engage in fun idea generating exercises and work together to get results and find joy in the writing process. All writers of any experience level are welcome. If you're curious, come check it out! This workshop, the 35th in an ongoing series, will continue to explore foundational writing techniques and best practices.  Prior attendance is not required. Attendees will investigate alternative, non-traditional narrative forms, as well as read and discuss short stories and poetry.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Workshops, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Try Creative Writing (All Levels Welcome)

Classical Music | Weekend 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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4:00 pm
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Concerts, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Weekend Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue

Concert | Indie-Folk Music with River Whyless


Halli Anderson, Daniel Shearin, Ryan O'Keefe, and Alex McWalters are River Whyless, a band from Asheville, North Carolina whose music sits between folk, indie, and something harder to define. The group's recent NPR Tiny Desk and their showcase appearances at The Newport Folk Festival and Bonnaroo have earned them an avid audience drawn to their reputation for thoughtful songwriting, surprising arrangements, and lush harmonies. The band's most recent album, Monoflora, is a conversation between River Whyless's four distinct voices, charting a winding collective pathway between tradition and experimentation, between the familiar and the unexpected. River Whyless will play music from their forthcoming new LP and from throughout their career. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Tuesday before the event at noon.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concerts, January 24, 2026, 01/24/2026, Indie-Folk Music with River Whyless
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Complimentary Tickets

to shows, concerts ... (CFT Deals!)

Play | Broadway Actor in a Play About a Towering Figure in Media

Regular Price: $59
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Concert | Award-Winning Singer-Songrwiter at Legendary Jazz Club

Regular Price: $25
CFT Member Price: $0.00