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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on January 29, 2026?
28 free events take place on Thursday, January 29 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 29 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.
Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on January 29, 2026?
28 free events take place on Thursday, January 29 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 29 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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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!
28 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, January 29, 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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6:30 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg
Mah-Jongg is a four-person tile game of skill, strategy, and luck! Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Attend a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own cards.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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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10:00 am
Free
Free
Film | The Sound of Music (1965): Classic Musical Drama with Julie Andrews
A tuneful, heartwarming story, it is based on the real life story of the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II. Julie Andrews plays the role of Maria, the tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey who becomes a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music into the home. Director: Robert Wise Cast: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Richard Haydn, Peggy Wood, Charmian Carr, Eleanor Parker Julie Andrews is an English actress, singer, and author, and one of the last surviving leading actresses from the Golden Age of Hollywood. She has garnered numerous accolades throughout her career spanning over seven decades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, two Emmy Awards, three Grammy Awards, and six Golden Globe Awards as well as nominations for three Tony Awards. She has been honoured with an Honorary Golden Lion, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2001, the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2007, and the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2022. She was made a dame by Queen Elizabeth II in 2000.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Birdwatching | Winter Birding in Central Park
This event will take place outdoors in Central Park, meeting at the library. It will be led by expert birder Alan Drogin and learn what birds stick it out through the winter months. Whether you're a seasoned birder or a curious beginner, this program will introduce you to the basics of bird identification, including how to recognize birds by shape, behavior, and sound. Learn about winter birds in Central Park and explore the natural wonders hidden in the heart of the city!
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Classical Music | Afternoon Bach
Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:20 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Historical and Contemporary Dutch Works for Harpsichord & Recorder (In Person AND Online!)
This program explores the rich tradition of Dutch keyboard and recorder music, connecting past and present, performed by Peter Hong-Jo Lim, harpsichord and recorder. Featuring works by historical and contemporary composers, it highlights the unique character of these instruments and their role in Holland’s musical heritage.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Choral Works by Poulenc & More in a Historic Setting
Herricks High School Chamber Choir performs Modern and Contemporary Works. Program: Ivo Antognini (1963-) Clamaverunt Justi Rosephanye Powell (1962-) The Word Was God David Caldarella Domine Deus Tracy Wong Echo Shireen Abu Khader Lao Rahal Soti Francis Poulenc (1899-1963) O Magnum Mysterium
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:45 pm
Free
Free
Film | The Naked Gun (2025): Action Comedy Parody Film with Liam Neeson & Pamela Anderson
Lieutenant Frank Drebin Jr. becomes a police officer like his legendary father and must save the police department from shutting down by solving a case. Director: Akiva Schaffer Cast: Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, Danny Huston Liam Neeson is a Northern Irish actor. He has received several accolades, including nominations for an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and two Tony Awards. He rose to prominence portraying Oskar Schindler in Steven Spielberg's holocaust drama Schindler's List (1993), for which he earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. He took blockbuster roles portraying Qui-Gon Jinn in George Lucas' space opera Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999), Ra's al Ghul in Batman Begins (2005), and Aslan in The Chronicles of Narnia trilogy (2005-2010). Pamela Denise Anderson is a Canadian-American actress, model, and media personality. She is best known for her modelling work in Playboy magazine and for her role as "C.J." Parker on the television series Baywatch (1992–1997).
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Team Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Celebrate National Puzzle Day with a freindly competition! Due to space and time constraints, only 8 teams will be chosen to participate. Round A of 4 teams will begin at 2:15. Round B of 4 teams will begin at 3:30. You will receive a separate confirmation if your team is chosen. Spectators are also welcome! The teams have 60 mins to complete the entire puzzle. Once the timer begins, the puzzle box may be opened.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Master Class | Learn the Ins-and-Outs of Great Violin Performance with Mihaela Martin
Violinist Mihaela Martin--who has won prizes at the in the Tchaikovsky, Montreal, Sion, and Brussels competitions--provides insight on the mastery of violin playing.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Club | Talk about An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser
Participate in a group to discuss An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Next Up: Tightrope: Multi-Artist Exhibition Exploring Connectednes
In Next Up: Tightrope, 13 artists aim to inform and inspire across bold, material-forward works in design, painting, sculpture, and printmaking. Spanning myriad topics, including the pace of contemporary life, historical texts, psychology, resistance, and self-definition, the exhibition prompts viewers to consider lessons taught by the past, emphasizing the interconnectedness of pattern (in both conceptual and visual respects), play, and introspection. In a world where physicality is increasingly disconnected from the mind, as evidenced by the rapid adoption of large language models and AI-generated images, the comprehension of humanity is being reconfigured with imagined and real perils all around. Through studies of cycles and stories across history, the work asserts that resilience comes from social connectedness, not isolated individualism. Approaching “what comes next” with a sense of hopeful optimism, these artists take on the challenges of creating work with clear-eyed determination in changing times.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Thursday Evening Exploring the Photography Museum
This museum is the world’s leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture. It was founded in 1974 to champion “concerned photography”—socially and politically minded images that can educate and change the world. Through its exhibitions, education programs, community outreach, and public programs, the museum offers an open forum for dialogue about the power of the image.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
$5, tickets required
$5, tickets required
Concert | "Consistently Invigorating" Singer-Songwriter Natalie Tenenbaum
Composer, pianist, and singer-songwriter Natalie Tenenbaum starts a special five-week residency. Each week, Tenenbaum will guide audiences on a sonic journey, traveling fluidly between classical, jazz, pop, and experimental soundscapes. Natalie Tenenbaum has premiered works worldwide, collaborated with artists including Lang Lang, Pentatonix, and David Byrne, and created arrangements for Broadway’s Mean Girls. Her recent albums—Duos/Solos and Standard Repertoire Vol. 1—reimagine everything from Bach to Stravinsky through her post-classical lens. Tenenbaum’s performances have been praised by The New York Times as “sparkling… consistently invigorating,” and her boundary-crossing approach is sure to make each evening of this residency a thrilling opportunity to hear familiar music in a wholly new way.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Ethan Frome (1993): Historical Romantic Drama Film with Liam Neeson
A new pastor arrives in a stark Vermont village and is intrigued by crippled, misshapen Ethan Frome living on an isolated, hardscrabble farm with his sickly wife Zeena. Based on the book by Edith Wharton. Director: John Madden Cast: Liam Neeson, Patricia Arquette, Joan Allen, Tate Donovan, Katharine Houghton Liam Neeson is a Northern Irish actor. He has received several accolades, including nominations for an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and two Tony Awards. He rose to prominence portraying Oskar Schindler in Steven Spielberg's holocaust drama Schindler's List (1993) for which he earned an Academy Award for Best Actor nomination. He followed by starring in Nell (1994), Rob Roy (1995), Michael Collins (1996), and Les Miserables (1998). He took blockbuster roles portraying Qui-Gon Jinn in George Lucas' space opera Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999), Ra's al Ghul in Batman Begins (2005) and Aslan in The Chronicles of Narnia trilogy (2005-2010).
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Gender Identity and Performance
This exhibition brings together works by Yasumasa Morimura and Charles Atlas, two artists whose practices offer bold and distinctive explorations of gender and identity. The presentation features a selection of new and exemplary works by Morimura spanning more than four decades, highlighting his signature practice of reimagining iconic images drawn from art history, film, photography, and popular culture. Through self-transformation and performance, Morimura collapses gender, culture, and time, challenging assumptions embedded in Western visual traditions.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Holocaust Remembrance Day in the 21st Century Panel (In Person AND Online!)
Hear a panel explore how societies remember and reinterpret the Holocaust in the 21st century, and what meaning International Holocaust Remembrance Day holds today. Inspired by the European Network Remembrance and Solidarity (ENRS) exhibition, Between Life and Death: Stories of Rescue during the Holocaust, on view at the United Nations from January 15 to February 20 as part of remembrance and education outreach organized by the Holocaust and the United Nations Outreach Programme, the discussion will focus on acts of rescue, individual moral choices, and the legacy of human solidarity during one of the darkest periods in history.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Library 120th Birthday Celebration (Live Music, Poetry, Art, & More)
Enjoy a festive, drop-in evening of creativity, history, and community. Enjoy light refreshments and a looping archival photo presentation highlighting the library’s 120-year history. What to Expect:
Live jazz music by the Rocco John Group.
Bespoke typewriter poetry—share a word, feeling, or idea and receive a custom poem on the spot by Mya Matteo Alexice.
Color our neighborhood with original drawings of Hudson Park and local landmarks by artist Lily Annabelle.
Historic letterpress printing with Dikko Faust, using 1800s wood type on a press the same age as the Library.
Make-your-own books with artist and author Esther K Smith—fold, stitch, draw, and write.
Combine your coloring, poem, and prints into a handmade book, or simply enjoy individual activities, the music, and the celebratory atmosphere—drop in for a few minutes or stay all evening.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Screening | The Count of Monte Cristo (Le Comte de Monte-Cristo) (2024): French Historical Action Adventure Film
Marseille, 1815. All of young Edmond Dantès’ dreams are about to come true –promoted to ship’s captain, he can finally marry the love of his life, Mercedes. But his success inspires jealousy from various quarters. Betrayed by his rivals and denounced as a member of a pro-Bonaparte conspiracy, he is imprisoned without trial at the Château d’If, with no hope of return. After fourteen years of secret instruction by a fellow inmate, Dantès manages to escape and to get hold of the legendary treasure hidden on the isle of Monte Cristo. Now with a huge fortune, he hatches an extraordinary plan to exact the vengeance he craves. But the price of revenge is heavy for one’s soul. Director: Matthieu Delaporte, Alexandre de La Patellière Cast: Pierre Niney, Bastien Bouillon, Anaïs Demoustier, Anamaria Vartolomei, Laurent Lafitte In French.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Interdisciplinary Panel on Trees & Plants and Their Relationship to Humanity
An interdisciplinary conversation with scholars and makers of literature, philosophy, art, and science, rethinking our relationship to trees and plants and their intersection with temporality, history, physical space, and materiality. Trees bring forth a commonality in research and artistic output, and, in doing so, allow people to imagine new implications for being and existing in the world. Featuring Patricia Dailey, English and Comparative Literature; Nicole Davi, Tree Ring Lab, Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory; Associate Professor of Professional Practice Miya Masaoka, Visual Arts + Sound Art; Rachel Grace Newman, African American and African Diaspora Studies; and visual artist and MFA student darylina powderface. Panelists will be presenting their recent research and work along these topics
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Screening | A Coming-of-Age Story of Corruption and Resistance in Madagascar
This screening of Disco Afrika: A Malagasy Story follows Kwame, a young man navigating life between clandestine sapphire mines and his hometown in Madagascar. As he reunites with family and friends, he is confronted with systemic corruption and the legacies of colonialism, forcing a choice between survival and political awakening. The film echoes the spirit of African civil rights movements of the 1970s through a contemporary lens.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Author Reading | National Book Award Finalist Valeria Luiselli & Novelist Kate Zambreno Share Their Work (with Q&A + Signing)
A reading by Valeria Luiselli and Kate Zambreno, followed by a conversation/Q&A. The event will conclude with a reception/signing with books for sale. Valeria Luiselli is an acclaimed writer of both fiction and nonfiction. She is the author of Lost Children Archive, Sidewalks, Faces in the Crowd, The Story of My Teeth, and Tell Me How It Ends (An Essay in Forty Questions), and most recently, Beginning Middle End: A Novel. Kate Zambreno's works include Animal Stories, To Write As if Already Dead, The Light Room, Drifts, Book of Mutter, and Heroines.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Contemporary Folk-Pop and Campirano with Dámaris Bójor (In Person AND Online!)
Dámaris Bójor describes her music as folkpirano, a heartfelt blend of contemporary folk-pop and campirano, the regional sound of western Sonora. Her songs center around her soulful voice and guitar, with gentle support from bass, harmonica, and percussion. While her sound is rooted in tradition, her perspective feels fresh and deeply personal. For this concert, Dámaris will bring warmth, stories, and songs from her 2025 album Folkpirana, tracing the path that brought her to this moment. There are three ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon 3. The event will also be streamed live for free on the linked web page.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Street Photographer Duscusses His New Book, Street Scenes
Enjoy a talk with street photographer Phil Penman. In his new book Street Scenes, Penman pays homage to the world's vibrant metropolises—from the shimmering lights of New York to the enchanted alleyways of Paris and the dynamic streets of Tokyo. Each of his images is a window into the emotional moments and impressive facets of urban life, masterfully captured through his lens. Penman's work is an invitation to see the complexity and beauty of urban landscapes with new eyes. The photographer shows us dynamic scenes that capture vibrant life, as well as quiet moments that inspire pause and reflect the soul of cities. A Q&A will follow, as well as a book signing.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Free
Open Mic | Poetry, Music, and Comedy Showcase (Online!)
Join a weekly online showcase featuring poems, songs, and comedy. Performers can sign up for a 4-minute spot by reserving one of 20 Artist-RSVP tickets, available starting Wednesdays at 8:00 PM ET. If all spots are filled, performers may join the “good-luck round” at the end of the session. Audience members are welcome to watch live via Zoom.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
Comedy Club | Standup Show
Catch some of the best comedians at this free weekly stand-up show, featuring a lineup of rising stars and seasoned favorites. Past performers include Sheng Wang, Mark Normand, Dan Soder, Annie Lederman, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
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