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43 free events take place on Thursday, September 17 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 17 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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43 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, September 17, 2026

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Concert | Kenny Chesney LIVE: Country Music Hall of Fame Artist (Outdoors)


A fun start to the day with country musician Kenny Chesney. Fans on the General Admission line will ... more >> be admitted if space permits. It's advised that you arrive early to join the line. Generally, concerts happen rain or shine. Check-in for those with fan passes is at 5:15 a.m. The start time is approximate. Photo ID required for entry. Generally, concerts happen rain or shine.
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Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Kenny Chesney LIVE: Country Music Hall of Fame Artist (Outdoors)

Workshop | Crafting Session: Decorate a Tote Bag


Decorate using fabric markers, paint, and more to make your own unique design. All materials provided. ... more >> Limited to 10 participants. First come, first served.
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Workshops, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Crafting Session: Decorate a Tote Bag

Workshop | Learn to Juggle in the Park


This juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching ... more >> jugglers put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
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Workshops, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Learn to Juggle in the Park

Classical Music | An Afternoon of Organ Works by J.S. Bach in a Beautiful Church (In Person AND Online!)


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach ... more >> in an intimate venue.
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Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, An Afternoon of Organ Works by J.S. Bach in a Beautiful Church (In Person AND Online!)

Jazz | Piano in the Park: Lincoln Center-Featured Jazz Musician (+ Tap-A-Long Dance Performance)


Come on down and swing along to the best jazz the Big Apple has to offer, with musician Yuka Aikawa. ... more >> "Yuka is a dedicated pianist/composer with worlds of talent." - Jimmy Heath Pianist and composer Yuka Aikawa is a frequent performer in NYC jazz clubs. You can hear her on Carline Ray's beautiful album, Vocal Sides. Yuka's new trio album, Clouds and Water, has been released in Japan, where she tours every year. During this special Tap-A-Long performance, host Toes Tiranoff and his repertoire of featured dancers will be your guides through dancing to this live music.
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Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Piano in the Park: Lincoln Center-Featured Jazz Musician (+ Tap-A-Long Dance Performance)

Workshop | Artmaking on the Plaza with a Professional Artist


Led by a local teaching artist, this drop-in class invites participants to explore creativity through ... more >> hands-on artmaking. Past mediums have included plein-air drawing, printmaking, cyanotypes, and more. All materials are provided.
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Film | Michael (2026): Michael Jackson Biographical Film


This film follows the early life of the American singer Michael Jackson, covering his childhood with ... more >> the Jackson 5 in the 1960s to the Bad World Tour in the late 1980s. Director: Antoine Fuqua Cast: Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, Juliano Valdi, KeiLyn Durrel Jones, Laura Harrier, Jessica Sula
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Films, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Michael (2026): Michael Jackson Biographical Film

Workshop | Relaxing & Educational Fishing on the Hudson (Equipment Provided, All Ages)


At this Hudson River catch-and-release event, make a fish wish--you might just get a bite! Over 200 species ... more >> of fish are found in the Hudson Rive. Anglers ages 5 and up are invited to participate at this program, with parental supervision required. The organizer team provides all the necessary equipment and an on-site fishing tutorial. Participation is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Beginners and experts alike are encouraged to join for a relaxing and educational experience at the water's edge.
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Workshops, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Relaxing & Educational Fishing on the Hudson (Equipment Provided, All Ages)

Museums | Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum


Explore a museum dedicated to Holocaust remembrance, Jewish life, and education. View expansive galleries, ... more >> survivor testimonies, and tens of thousands of artifacts. The museum also offers a theater, a genealogy center, an outdoor memorial, and a cafe.
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Museumss, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum

Birdwatching | Evening Birding with NYC Audubon


Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call the park home during migratory season, with guided ... more >> tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. The park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will's-widow!
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Birdwatchings, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Evening Birding&nbsp;with NYC Audubon

Museums | Three Floors. Hundreds of Images. One Unforgettable Way to See


This museum is the world's leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture. It was founded ... more >> 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.
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Museumss, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Three Floors. Hundreds of Images. One Unforgettable Way to See

Opening Reception | One Dozen Eggs & Other Stories: Solo Painting Exhibition Exploring "Abstract Naturalism"


A series of still lifes created by John Leicmon. After retiring from a career in graphic design, John ... more >> started experimenting with creating two-dimensional work that features an additional third dimension embedded in the titles of each piece. The style he arrived at, which he calls Abstract Naturalism, synthesizes ideas with representation.
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Opening Receptions, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, One Dozen Eggs & Other Stories: Solo Painting Exhibition Exploring "Abstract Naturalism"

Film | The Lobster (2015): Absurdist Black-Comedy Drama with Colin Farrell, Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos


In a dystopian society, single people must enter into a romantic relationship within a strict time limit ... more >> of 45 days or be transformed into an animal of their choice. Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Cast: Colin Farrell, Rachel Weisz, Jessica Barden, Olivia Colman, Ashley Jensen, Ariane Labed Irish actor Colin Farrell has been a leading man in blockbusters and independent films since the 2000s. He has received various accolades, including three Golden Globe Awards, one Screen Actors Guild Award, and one Volpi Cup, in addition to nominations for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. The Irish Times named him Ireland's fifth-greatest film actor in 2020, and Time magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2023. Yorgos Lanthimos is an acclaimed Greek filmmaker, having received multiple accolades, including a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Lion, plus nominations for five Academy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. Lanthimos started his career in experimental theatre before directing film.
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Films, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, The Lobster (2015): Absurdist Black-Comedy Drama with Colin Farrell, Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos

Workshop | Full-Body Fitness Class in the Park (All-Levels Welcome)


An outdoor workout in the park for building strength, balance, and community. This full-body fitness ... more >> class is designed to energize your week, boost your mood, and build community in the heart of Lower Manhattan. Every movement can be modified, making it perfect for beginners, returning exercisers, and parents looking to reset after school drop-off.
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Workshop | Jump into Double Dutch with the Pros


Learn the fundamentals of street-style and competitive jump rope with the Double Dutch Aunties.
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Poetry Reading | Poetry Open Mic: Share Your Work or Listen to Emerging Writers


Participants can share their original work for up to five minutes. Space is limited to 15 readers; show ... more >> up on time to get a slot!
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Opening Reception | Apocalypse: Exhibition of Works by Keith Haring, in Collaboration with William S. Burroughs


The complete series of 22 framed works of this well-known series of paintings. Keith Haring (1958-1990) ... more >> collaborated on the Apocalypse series with the Beat Era poet and author, William S. Burroughs (1914-1997), who wrote the introduction along with correlating texts to each of the 10 screenprints that Haring created. The series was completed in 1988, the same year that Haring was diagnosed with AIDS. Read in conjunction with Burroughs’ poetic words describing scenes of chaos, the prints act as a visual commentary about the AIDS crisis, illustrating the duality of life and death, heaven and hell, good and evil. These prints are a testament to Haring’s bold line work, use of color, and his meticulous eye for composition, resulting in collages that include religious, art historical ,and 1950s magazine imagery with scenes of urban destruction, modern technology, and monsters.
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Opening Receptions, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Apocalypse: Exhibition of Works by Keith Haring, in Collaboration with&nbsp;William S. Burroughs

Opening Reception | Best by 07/21/2026: Multi-Artist, Multimedia Exhibition Exploring "Ectogenesis" in the Art World


An exhibition featuring artists Clare Hu, Tianyi Sun, and Shaan Ken Rao. The three artists, working in ... more >> various mediums such as sculpture, weaving, painting, and photography, will create entirely new bodies of work using the gallery as their studio.  If artistic production generates its own forms of excretion, Best by borrows from the language of a system that organizes such distinctions: product packaging, where expiry dates sort the viable from the expired. These dates make disposal feel inevitable and predetermined, as though an object’s ending was written the moment of its making. The art world is no exception to expiry logic. In a climate of rising costs, contracting budgets, and institutional retrenchment, galleries are shedding artists and staff, recalibrating toward the marketable—what some might call a search for the institution's "soul.” Yet it is rarely the boldfaced names that go. Biennials and art fair cycles operate on the same logic, determining who and what is current, emerging, and relevant—and by extension, what has been spent.
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Opening Receptions, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Best by 07/21/2026: Multi-Artist, Multimedia Exhibition Exploring "Ectogenesis" in the Art World

Opening Reception | Eleven-Day Paintings: Landscape Paintings Exploring the Tension between Permanence & Transience


New works by Ryan Oakes and Trevor Oakes, identical twins whose paintings emerge from a singular collaborative ... more >> practice. Since 2018, the Hudson River has been the focus of the Oakes' most ambitious body of work. Painted from a fixed vantage point overlooking the river in Newburgh, New York, the series is executed on three-dimensional concave canvases shaped to approximate the spherical geometry of human vision, or more simply, the curvature of of an eyeball. Beginning in 2004, the Oakes have pioneered a distinctive method of painting on curved canvases, investigating perception, space, and light. In this series, they introduce a fourth dimension: time. Each painting is made entirely en plein air over eleven consecutive days. Beginning each morning and working until sundown, the artists complete a single two-inch-wide vertical section, recording the precise atmospheric conditions of that day. Freezing rain, dense fog, brilliant sunlight, shifting winds, and still water become embedded within a single image. The completed painting is not a frozen instant, but a chronology—a landscape accumulated through time. Seen together, these works reveal the tension between permanence and transience. Geography remains fixed while weather, light, and season continually transform it.
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Opening Receptions, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Eleven-Day Paintings: Landscape Paintings Exploring the Tension between Permanence & Transience

Opening Reception | Members & Muses: Multi-Artist Exhibition on Defining Womanhood


Archival works from the era of exclusion are juxtaposed with new juried works by contemporary women artists, ... more >> same subject, different hands, different authority. This is a show about who gets to define women. For a century, the answer was men. It isn’t anymore. For a century, the image of women in American art was largely made by men. This exhibition puts that history on the wall and asks women artists to answer.
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Opening Receptions, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Members & Muses: Multi-Artist Exhibition&nbsp;on Defining Womanhood

Film | Secret Beyond the Door (1947): Psychological Horror Thriller with Joan Bennett, from Fritz Lang


A playgirl marries a mysterious stranger with a disturbing obsession with murder in this expressionistic, ... more >> psychological thriller. Director: Fritz Lang Cast: Joan Bennett, Michael Redgrave Joan Bennett was a stage, film, and television actress. Beginning her career on the stage, Bennett appeared in more than 70 films from the era of silent films, well into the sound era. She is best remembered for her film noir femme fatale roles in director Fritz Lang's films and for her television role as matriarch Elizabeth Collins Stoddard in the gothic 1960s soap opera Dark Shadows, for which she was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Daytime Programming at the 20th Primetime Emmy Awards in 1968. Fritz Lang was an Austrian film director, screenwriter, and producer who worked in Germany and later the United States. One of the best-known emigres from Germany's school of Expressionism, he was dubbed the "Master of Darkness" by the British Film Institute. He has been cited as one of the most influential filmmakers of all time.
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Films, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Secret Beyond the Door (1947): Psychological Horror Thriller with Joan Bennett, from Fritz Lang

Opening Reception | Shelter from the Storm: Work Exploring Conflict, Memory, & Resilience


This exhibition brings together architect Stan Allen and visual artist Polly Apfelbaum in a collaborative ... more >> curatorial project that builds on decades of dialogue and creative exchange between them as a married couple. Allen and Apfelbaum were selected for their distinct yet deeply complementary ways of thinking and making; his grounded in spatial politics and architectural design, hers in material experimentation and vibrant abstraction. Shelter From the Storm rethinks, reinterprets, and reframes historic holdings through the lens of Allen and Apfelbaum’s creative and conceptual practices, bringing new perspectives to the collection. Their approach acknowledges history in a nuanced way that reflects a plurality of experiences and responses to events that have shaped our collective histories.
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Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, An Evening with an "Artist of Refined Taste and Musicianship&rdquo; (Strad Magazine) Cellist & Pianist (In Person AND Online!)

Workshop | Muay Thai Lessons: Hands-On Instruction To Improve Your Fitness


This summer, learn the fundamentals of Thai Boxing and kickboxing with Patrick Stout; starting with: ... more >> stance, footwork, then moving on to offense, defense, and techniques. This is a great opportunity to receive hands-on instruction and hone your craft. Whether you’re looking to learn the fundamentals, improve your fitness, or challenge yourself with something new, the instructors will guide you every step of the way. Expect a dynamic mix of drills, conditioning, and technique. No experience is required.
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Performance | Flamboyants!: Documentary Musical Theater Piece Exploring Memory, Identity, & More (Outdoors)


Reunion Island-based theater company Tilawcis brings its latest work to the stage, a concert version ... more >> of an original musical. This work of documentary theater with music explores the intersections of Creole culture and identity between the geographically distant communities of Reunion Island, New Orleans, and Puerto Rico through music, storytelling, and projections. Plot Summary: Reunion Island. While a cyclone rages, a man curses his name before throwing himself into the Indian Ocean. He has no idea what repercussions this action will have on the other side of the world. From Puerto Rico to New Orleans, Creole peoples will unite to teach him his true history. Five languages are spoken on stage, and nearly a dozen instruments are played, fusing maloya, bomba, and Mardi Gras Indians songs. The piece explores themes of memory, identity, resilience, connection, and cultural transmission through the prism of the Creole experience. It shines a light on the richness of Creole cultures and their capacity to overcome historical oppression.
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Performance | Reservoir: Interdisciplinary Reflection on Chile's Water Crisis


Part lecture, part performance, Reservoir weaves scientific data and embodied testimony, asking what ... more >> it means to inherit a crisis that is at once ecological, political, and deeply personal. Set against the water crisis of Santiago de Chile, the piece moves between the retreat of Andean glaciers and a legal architecture few outside Chile know exists: a water code, enacted under dictatorship, that made Chile the only country in the world where water is privatized. Directed + Performed by María José Contreras.
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Performances, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Reservoir: Interdisciplinary Reflection on Chile's Water Crisis

Workshop | Cardio & Strength Workout (All Levels Welcome)


Instructor Natalie Hahn leads 45 minutes of bodyweight exercises, combining cardio and strength for ... more >> a full-body workout. This class is high-energy with programming options for all levels!
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Workshop | Collage Night


Repurpose old book materials and create some art. Base supplies will be provided. Additional materials ... more >> are available for purchase at PWYC prices.
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Workshop | Evening Yoga on the Water: Relax, Stretch, & Reset


Unwind and find your balance along the waterfront with Chelsea Piers Fitness. This class is the perfect ... more >> place to relax, stretch out and reset. A great fit for any fitness level.
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Workshop | Intermediate Chess-Playing: Level-Up Your Game


Develop your strategies and take your game to the next level with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the ... more >> Marshall Chess Club. All ages are welcome! Chess has many benefits, including: Improving cognitive skills Encouraging creativity Building confidence Developing problem-solving skills
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Book Club | Luddite Book Club -- Resisting Big Tech: The Personalized Is Political 


This offline book club is a space for in-person conversation about the role technology plays in the world, ... more >> where the group will be discussing Resisting Big Tech: The Personalized is Political by Niels Niessen. Book Synopsis: Calls for a collective consciousness of how increasingly personalized online streams colonize our associations. Focusing on four domains of life—home, city, learning, love—advocates for the need to foster new offline communal spaces.
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Lecture | Re-Examining the History & Legacy of the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island


A talk from Chérie Adrienne Butler, Deputy Superintendent of the Statue of Liberty National Monument ... more >> and Ellis Island. Chérie has served as Superintendent of the Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and now as Deputy Superintendent - Park Operations for the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island. America’s past becomes palpably alive as she discusses these extraordinary sites, integral to our Nation’s history and very soul.
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Dancing | Sunset Salsa on the Pier


Get ready to dance the night away! Sunset Salsa returns for summer rhythm, hosted by acclaimed dancer ... more >> and choreographer Talia Castro-Pozo, hailed by Latina Magazine as "The Woman of Salsa." Each evening begins with a beginner-friendly salsa lesson and a vibrant open dance party under the setting sun. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a curious first-timer, all are welcome to join this joyful, high-energy celebration of Latin dance. 6:30 PM: Beginner Lessons 7:15 PM: Open Dance
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Dancings, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Sunset Salsa on the Pier

Workshop | Sunset Yoga in the Park


Sweet Water Dance & Yoga instructors lead a multi-level sunset yoga practice. Suitable for all fitness ... more >> levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. 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.
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Staged Reading | Don't Send Me to the Sea: Original Period Play


It's the 1900s. Marie has “hysteria” and is being “sent to sea.” Can her bff Cassandra help her ... more >> from a chic fate? Written by Catherine Weingarten. Directed by Leslie Kincaid Burby.
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Author Reading | New York Times-Featured Authors Share Their Works on Modern Life


An evening of literary conversation featuring some of today’s bestselling writers. A lineup of authors ... more >> whose work explores the complicated, funny, messy, and unforgettable parts of modern life. This includes: Melissa Broder, Jayson Greene, Ava Robinson, Bud Smith, Sofia Montrone, and Julian Tepper.
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Screening | Red Stars Upon the Field (2025): German Crime Drama (+ Director Q&A)


"If the ghosts can visit our time, we can visit theirs". This freewheeling tour of German history of ... more >> the 20th and 21st centuries follows a postmodern artist back to her East German village birthplace - where a discovered skeleton opens up mysteries both personal and political. Director: Laura Laabs Cast: Hannah Ehrlichmann, Hermann Beyer, Jenny Schily, Matthi Faust, Uwe Preuss, Camill Jammal, Simon Mantei In German with English subtitles. Followed by a Q&A with the director.
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Screenings, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Red Stars Upon the Field (2025): German Crime Drama (+ Director Q&A)

Screening | Zoolander (2001): Comedy Film with All-Star Cast (on the Plaza)


Clear the runway for Derek Zoolander, VH1's three-time male model of the year. His face falls when hippie-chic ... more >> Hansel scooters in to steal this year's award. The evil fashion guru Mugatu seizes the opportunity to turn Derek into a killing machine. It's a well-designed conspiracy and only with the help of Hansel and a few well-chosen accessories like Matilda can Derek make the world safe for male models everywhere. Director: Ben Stiller Cast: Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Will Ferrell, Christine Taylor, Milla Jovovich Bring your own blankets or portable chairs and enjoy this cinematic experience. Limited seating will be provided on a first come, first serve basis, with or without a ticket.This movie screening will have a special surprise activation, photo opportunity, or freebie to create a memorable experience for attendees.
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Concert | Carnegie Hall & TV Featured Performers Lead Yiddish Sing-a-Long in the Park


The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene performs with a bold, joyful lineup of emerging talent and distinctive ... more >> voices. The performance features an exciting roster of rising stars, including Yair Keydar, the 13-year-old Star Search veteran; Yosef Kogan, the 13-year-old violin prodigy who has performed at Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall, and the Prague String Festival; The Mamales, a dynamic trio of young women singers who met while performing Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish; Riki Rose, a Yiddish singer, songwriter, comedian from Williamsburg's Satmar community; Margot Weintraub, the young actress and singer best known for roles in the Amazon series Hunters and Sarah Silverman's Off-Broadway show The Bedwetter; and special guests The Shvesters, a dazzling and distinctive duo that transform classic Yiddish melodies into new jazz arrangements. Serving as masters of ceremony are the stars of the Canadian web series YidLife Crisis, collaborating with Frank London's Klezmer All Stars, a brass group that blends Yiddish, Hasidic music, and Klezmer with electronic beats.
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Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Carnegie Hall & TV Featured Performers Lead Yiddish Sing-a-Long in the Park

Festival | Immersive Outdoor Light Festival


Step into a park where interactive art, dazzling installations, and live DJs transform the night. Explore, ... more >> play, and dance under the stars in a luminous experience.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Festivals, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Immersive Outdoor Light Festival

Author Reading | Prize-Winning Authors Share Their Latest Fiction Works (+ Q&A & Signing)


Readings by Julie Buntin and T Kira Māhealani Madden followed by a conversation/Q&A with Darin Strauss. ... more >> Julie Buntin’s new novel, Famous Men, was published in summer 2026. Her debut, Marlena, was a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle’s John Leonard Prize and longlisted for the Center for Fiction’s First Novel Prize. T Kira Māhealani Madden is a queer, diasporic Kanaka 'Ōiwi (Native Hawaiian) nationally bestselling author of the novel Whidbey. Madden’s memoir, Long Live the Tribe of Fatherless Girls, was named a New York Times Editors' Choice, a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle John Leonard Prize, and the Lambda Literary Award. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Readings, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Prize-Winning Authors Share Their Latest Fiction Works (+ Q&A & Signing)

Museums | Thursday Nights at One of NYC's Leading Museum


Contemporary art is a vital social force that advances questioning, learning, and working towards a better ... more >> society. This weekly program offers an accessible opportunity to explore groundbreaking exhibitions by emerging and established artists from around the globe. Engage with current artistic dialogues and help expand the definition of art.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Museumss, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Thursday Nights at One of NYC's Leading Museum

Classical Music | Song Cycle Featuring Grammy-Winning Musicians + Dancing & Visual Arts


Equally praised for his work as a composer and advocate for the art of opera, baritone Will Liverman ... more >> has been called "a voice for this historic moment" by The Washington Post. The NYC premiere of Liverman's latest large-scale composition, Songs of Humanity & Peace, integrates dance from choreographer/performer Amina Vargas, unique illustrations from visual artist Marcela Avelar, and musical accompaniment from Grammy-nominated pianist Adam Tendler. Lyrical poetry crafted by Liverman, Jonathan King, Tesia Kwarteng, and Sara Teasdale anchors this ambitious, nine-movement song cycle. An optimistic musical exploration into finding meaning in the small things can evoke our humanity, helping us move forward collectively and in beauty. There are two 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
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Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Song Cycle Featuring Grammy-Winning Musicians + Dancing & Visual Arts
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Jazz | "Trad-Jazz Revivalist" at World Famous Venue

Regular Price: $35
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Jazz | Jazz Ensemble at World Famous Venue

Regular Price: $45
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Performance | Erotic Burlesque Show

Regular Price: $135
CFT Member Price: $0.00