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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on October 10, 2025?

15 free events take place on Friday, October 10 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 October 10 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 October . 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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15 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, October 10, 2025

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum


Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum examines the significant influence of posters on society and culture, and how they are adapted for modern use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it offers a space for inquiry for anyone interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the goal of enhancing design literacy among the general public. Works explore: mass communication and persuasion the intersection of art and commerce control of the public domain
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Museumss, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum

Museums | Asian Art and Culture Museum


The museum features a diverse collection of artworks, including traditional and contemporary pieces from various Asian cultures. 2 pm: guided tour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Museumss, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Asian Art and Culture Museum

Film | Maxxxine (2024): Horror Film Starring Mia Goth


In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. However, as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Los Angeles, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past. Director: Ti West Cast: Mia Goth, Elizabeth Debicki, Moses Sumney, Michelle Monaghan, Bobby Cannavale, Halsey, Lily Collins Mia Goth is an English actress who has earned recognition with the films A Cure For Wellness (2016), High Life (2018), Suspiria (2018), and Emma (2020). She achieved a career breakthrough as a scream queen by playing Maxine Minx and Pearl in the X film series (2022–2024).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Films, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Maxxxine (2024): Horror Film Starring Mia Goth

Film | The Day of the Jackal (1973): Political Thriller


Suspense thriller about a daring plot to murder French President Charles De Gaulle; based on Frederick Forsyth's best-seller. Director: Fred Zinnemann Cast: Edward Fox, Alan Badel, Tony Britton, Cyril Cusack, Derek Jacobi, Michael Lonsdale
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Films, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, The Day of the Jackal (1973): Political Thriller

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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2:30 pm
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Tours, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Explore One of New York's Iconic Buildings

Museums | American History and Artifact Collections


Enjoy a stroll through galleries of an extensive collection of American art, learn about the history of New York and the USA. Last admission is at 7 pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Museumss, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, American History and Artifact Collections

Birdwatching | Evening Birding in the Park with NYC Audubon


Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call New York home during migratory season with guided tours by NYC Audubon, led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. This park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Birdwatchings, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Evening Birding in the Park&nbsp;with NYC Audubon

Museums | Friday Evening at the Art/History Museum


This museum is an assemblage of illuminated, literary, and historical manuscripts, early printed books, and old master drawings and prints inside a historic building. Registration opens 7 days in advance & does sell out.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Museumss, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Friday Evening at the Art/History Museum

Museums | Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum


Enjoy art, drinks, special programming, music, city views, and more! Throughout the night, there will be a few "15-minute tours," highlighting different parts of the collection.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum

Museums | Friday Evening at the Art Museum


This special, all-ages evening celebrates the art and the city. Explore in the galleries, get creative with drop-in drawing sessions, and see a film in the theaters. Museum stores and café will be open, too, so you can grab a bite, get drinks, or shop for unique design objects. Free for New York State residents but must be reserved in advance (up to two adults), and are subject to availability and proof of residency. Tickets are released one week in advance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Museumss, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Friday Evening at the Art Museum

Workshop | Pilates in the Park


Club Pilates leads a series of controlled movements that emphasize proper form and breathing techniques to strengthen and improve flexibility in the core, back, and lower body. For ages 16+.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Workshops, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Pilates in the Park

Concert | Accordion Virtuoso: Fairytales & Original Compositions


Hanzhi Wang crafts new and original pieces, drawing inspiration from Hans Christian Andersen's stories and her hometown, Suzhou, where tradition and innovation come together. She's spearheading the resurgence of her instrument on the world's largest classical music stages.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free
Concerts, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Accordion Virtuoso: Fairytales & Original Compositions

Movie in a Park | Watch Clueless (1995) Outdoors


Grab a seat or bring your own blanket and watch a screening of Clueless. Synopsis: A beautiful, popular, wealthy high school student wants to do "good deeds". She befriends a newcomer and decides to give her a makeover while playing matchmaker for her teachers and examining her own existence. Director: Amy Heckerling Cast: Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash, Paul Rudd, Brittany Murphy Doors open at 5pm with each movie starting at 6pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Movie in a Parks, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Watch Clueless (1995) Outdoors

Concert | Accordion Virtuoso: Fairytales & Original Compositions


Hanzhi Wang crafts new and original pieces, drawing inspiration from Hans Christian Andersen’s stories and her hometown, Suzhou, where tradition and innovation come together. She’s spearheading the resurgence of her instrument on the world’s largest classical music stages. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concerts, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Accordion Virtuoso: Fairytales & Original Compositions

Concert | Latin GRAMMY-Nominated Band Performs Diverse Music (In Person AND Online!)


The electrifying trio DARUMAS makes their headlines their first show in New York City. Blending sounds across diverse musical roots--Latin funk, pop, and a touch of old-school charm, the Latin GRAMMY-nominated DARUMAS brings together multi-talented musicians Aldana Aguirre, Ceci Leon, and Vedala Vilmond, whose mosaic of cultural influences and musical styles aims to imbue their music with the spirit of resilience and positivity and promises a musical experience like no other. For ages 12+. 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
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, October 10, 2025, 10/10/2025, Latin GRAMMY-Nominated Band Performs Diverse Music (In Person AND Online!)
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