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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on October 19, 2025?

21 free events take place on Sunday, October 19 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 19 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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21 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, October 19, 2025

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Festival | Explore Behind-the-Scenes Spaces of New York City


Discover the spaces of New York City that you've never had access to before--across all five boroughs! This weekend-long festival unlocks over300 destinations across the city for special tours and activities. Enjoy visits to major new projects, explore neighborhoods in a new way, and discover why the city looks and works the way it does. Take a look at new buildings transforming the skyline, step inside infrastructure facilities keeping the city running, explore parks offering respite, discover state-of-the-art performance spaces, visit manufacturing workshops, browse private collections, and much more. Many museums, monuments, arts spaces, historical societies, architectural projects, and more are open for visitors. Many festival experiences are Drop-In—no tickets needed. Some require tickets for space or security reasons. Ticketing opens on October 3 at 12 pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Festivals, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, Explore Behind-the-Scenes Spaces of New York City

Conference | Learn about Accessibility Technologies: Connect, Innovate, Act (In Person AND Online!)


Attend the Accessible Technology Conference—a free and inclusive conference focused on the impact, affordances, and evolution of accessible technologies used by Blind, low-vision, and print-disabled people.  This year’s conference centers around the theme, “Connect, Innovate, Act.” The sessions will focus on community building and peer support, creativity in tech, new and emerging technologies, and systems of resistance. The conference is open to all community members. The conference team commits to a fully accessible conference, including providing accessible conference materials, an accessible venue, ASL, CART, and other access needs. Register to join in person or online, and request needed accommodations; space is limited.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Conferences, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, Learn about Accessibility Technologies: Connect, Innovate, Act (In Person AND Online!)

Fair | Fall Fair 


Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! There will be over 80 vendor booths featuring a wide variety of arts and crafts goods, handmade treasures, merchandise vendors, antiques, collectibles, and much more. Enjoy delicious food, live music, games, rides, and a variety of fun activities.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museums | Sunday at Pop Culture/Art Museum


Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum explores the enormous impact of posters on society and culture, and how they have been adapted to contemporary use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it provides a space for inquiry for all those interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the aim of improving 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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Museums | Family Fun with Maritime History


Step aboard an 1885 tall ship and discover the timeless skills sailors have relied on for centuries. Families of all ages can learn to coil lines, master sailor’s knots, and lasso a bitt, then put their new talents to the test with fun, hands-on activities on deck. Theme of the month: Sailor Skills! 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tour | Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century


This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. This guided tour is first-come, first-served. It may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tours, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century

Workshop | Rowing Along the New York City Skyline


Open to all and led by experienced coxswains, these outings take place in stable, traditional Whitehall gigs, offering a hands-on introduction to rowing, teamwork, and river navigation. Sessions include orientation and group rowing excursions lasting 1-3 hours. Participants assist with launching and cleaning the boats. Bring water and sunscreen. Life jackets are provided; a waiver is required for participation.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, Rowing Along the New York City Skyline

Screening | Art Works on Film + Conversation with One of the Artists


To mark the final day of the exhibition Homage: Queer Lineages on Video, enjoy a special screening of works by Luke Fowler and Derek Jarman. Fowler's recent film, Being Blue (2025), shot during a residency at Prospect Cottage—Jarman's final home—will be shown along with two recently restored and digitized Super 8 films by Jarman, Studio Bankside (1971-1972) and Sloane Square (1976). The screenings will be followed by a conversation between Luke Fowler and the exhibition curator, Rattanamol Singh Johal.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Fair | Halloween Dog Costume Competition


Happy Howloween! This annual dog costume event features over 200 creatively costumed pups strut their stuff before a blue-chip fashion industry coven of judges!
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
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Fairs, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, Halloween Dog Costume Competition

Party | Halloween Pickleball Tournament


Celebrate the spooky season and help support the courts at this fun Halloween-themed competition. Plus enjoy Halloween treats, family-fun games, and a costume contest! Tournament participants will be guaranteed at least 3 matches in the round robin.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Play | The Striker: Drama that Blends Fairy Tale, Psychological Tension, and Political Allegory


The Skriker is a bold, surreal, and poetic play that dives deep into themes of transformation, motherhood, and the fractured relationship between humans and the natural world. At its center is the Skriker—an ancient, shape-shifting demon who lures two young women into her uncanny realm. Blending fairy tale, psychological drama, and political allegory, Churchill’s visionary work unsettles and enchants through her signature language and fearless theatrical experimentation. Written by Caryl Churchill. Directed by Delia Dumont. Cast: India Shea, Pauline Lara, Katie Parkinson, Sophia Parker, Henry Sirota, Chloë Clark, Jordan Ward, and Amiere Bell. Please be advised that this production includes the following content: Mental illness & psychiatric hospitalization; Violence & threat of violence; Supernatural horror & psychological terror; Death & references to death ; Infanticide & child endangerment; Self-harm & suicidal ideation; Implied sexual violence; Abuse & manipulation; and Strong language.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Plays, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, The Striker: Drama&nbsp;that Blends Fairy Tale, Psychological Tension, and Political Allegory

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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Concerts, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Film | Jordan Peele's Us (2019): Psychological Horror Film with Lupita Nyong'o


Adelaide Wilson, her husband Gabe, her son Jason and her daughter Zora head to Santa Cruz, California, for a beach vacation at Adelaide's childhood home with their friends the Tylers. That night, the Wilsons are terrorized by a family of doppelgangers with murderous motivations. Director: Jordan Peele Cast: Lupita Nyong'o, Winston Duke, Shahadi Wright Joseph, Evan Alex, Elisabeth Moss, Tim Heidecker Jordan Peele is an actor, comedian, and filmmaker. He is known for his film and television work in the comedy and horror genres. He has received various accolades, including an Academy Award and a Primetime Emmy Award. Peele started his career in comedy before transitioning to writing and directing psychological horror with comedic elements. In 2017, Peele was included on the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world. Lupita Nyong'o is an actress who has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Daytime Emmy Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award, as well as nominations for two British Academy Film Awards, a Golden Globe Award and a Tony Award.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Films, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, Jordan Peele's Us (2019): Psychological Horror Film with Lupita Nyong'o

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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Gallery Talk | Meet the Three Egyptian Animal-Headed Gods


The Divine Egypt exhibition brings together 250 works of art and objects, all of which bring the gods to life. Egyptians revered the gods (more than 1,500 of them with varying and overlapping traits) — creating tombs, shrines, and temples so that there could be a vial connection between the divine world and humans. In conjunction with the Divine Egypt exhibit, join three experts in discussion on ancient Egyptian animal-headed gods: Hours, Sakhmet, and Taweret.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Classical Music | Music on the Water: Contemporary Latin American Piano Works


Joel Sachs, piano, performs new piano pieces by Latin American composers. Program: Roberto Sierra Piezas intimas Paul Desenne Miranda’s Rocket Tania León Homenatge [Homage] Diana Syrse Memorias fracturadas Roberto Sierra Piano Sonata No. 19
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Jazz | Traditional & Contemporary Tunes in the Park


A glorious sound floats over the park as Manhattan School of Music students play traditional and contemporary music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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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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Classical Music | 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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Concerts, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue

Workshop | Fix Your Bike!


Need to fix your bike? Bring it in for a free open shop session, where you can use tools and repair stands to work on your ride. Experienced mechanics will be on hand to guide you, but the work is all yours--perfect for learning and doing it yourself.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, October 19, 2025, 10/19/2025, Fix Your Bike!

Concert | An Evening of Acoustic Song & Storytelling


Unwind with an intimate evening of live acoustic music as part of the ongoing Nightmusic series. This week’s performance features singer-songwriter Justine Magnusson, bringing warmth and energy to the cozy back room.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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