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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on September 28, 2025?

8 free events take place on Sunday, September 28 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 September 28 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 September . 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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8 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, September 28, 2025

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Workshop | Open Studio Art-Making for All Ages


Explore materials and techniques through artist-led demos, hands-on activities, and conversations with experts. All supplies provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshops, September 28, 2025, 09/28/2025, Open Studio Art-Making for All Ages

Concert | Mir Zaynen Do: Jazz & Testimony with Holocaust Survivor Millie Baran (In Person AND Online!)


Composer Albert Marquès presents Mir Zaynen Do, a powerful new project featuring the voice of 99-year-old Holocaust survivor Millie Baran, backed by top NYC jazz musicians. Blending spoken memory with live performance, this moving concert revives the Yiddish anthem of resistance, “Zog nit keyn mol,” and celebrates intergenerational resilience through music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concerts, September 28, 2025, 09/28/2025, Mir Zaynen Do: Jazz & Testimony with Holocaust Survivor Millie Baran (In Person AND Online!)

Jazz | Let the Music Play in the Park: Local Jazz Artists


Berta Indeed presents “Let the Music Play”, a community jazz concert featuring an array of local musicians and vocalists. 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concerts, September 28, 2025, 09/28/2025, Let the Music Play in the Park: Local Jazz Artists

Festival | Outdoor Tribute Celebrating the Legacy of Duke Ellington with Live Jazz & Tap


Join a vibrant outdoor celebration honoring the legendary composer and bandleader Duke Ellington. This event features the Duke Ellington Center Big Band performing timeless Ellington classics and jazz standards, accompanied by special guest musicians, dancers, and vocalists. The program highlights the rich connection between jazz and tap dance through dynamic performances and storytelling. Co-hosted by Mercedes Ellington, Duke Ellington's granddaughter
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Festivals, September 28, 2025, 09/28/2025, Outdoor Tribute Celebrating the Legacy of Duke Ellington with Live Jazz & Tap

Classical Music | Tchaikovsky Competition Prize-Winner Performs  Beethoven, Chopin, & Prokofiev


Renowned pianist Misha Dichter celebrates his 80th birthday with a recital celebrating three great composers. Program Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) Polonaise in C Major, Op. 89 Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) Four Mazurkas, Op. 17 Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) Polonaise in f-sharp minor, Op. 44 Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953) Sonata No. 7
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concerts, September 28, 2025, 09/28/2025, Tchaikovsky Competition Prize-Winner Performs&nbsp; Beethoven, Chopin, & Prokofiev

Discussion | Exploring the Universe: Astro Live (Online!)


Journey beyond our world in this monthly space science series. Meet astronauts, scientists, engineers, and space enthusiasts as they share insights into the mysteries of the cosmos. This interactive livestream brings together leading voices in astronomy and exploration for an afternoon of discovery and Q&A.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Discussions, September 28, 2025, 09/28/2025, Exploring the Universe: Astro Live (Online!)

Workshop | Creative Writing Session: Practice the Craft


Become a better writer! Sutiable for all levels. Writing exercises Personal attention Peer Workshop Guest Lectures
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Workshops, September 28, 2025, 09/28/2025, Creative Writing Session: Practice the Craft

Museums | Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries


The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, influence, and importance of design in everyday life. Housed in a historic mansion, the museum features a diverse collection of design objects, including decorative arts, architecture, graphic design, textiles, and industrial design.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, September 28, 2025, 09/28/2025, Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries
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Musical | "A Must See" Musical Directed by Emmy Nominee

Regular Price: $87
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Performance | Edge-of-Your-Seat Spectacular Show

Regular Price: $91
CFT Member Price: $0.00
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