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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on September 6, 2025?

25 free events take place on Saturday, September 6 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 6 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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25 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, September 6, 2025

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Festival | 51st Annual Art Show in the Park


Staged in one of the prettiest and peaceful waterside parks in New York City, this art show attracts over 100 regionally and nationally celebrated artists.   Buy one-of-a-kind paintings, photographs, and sculptures for your home and office. Bring the whole family for a day of inspiring activities. From 10 am to 12 pm, volunteers lead kids through hands-on art projects, teaching the basics of drawing and painting and expanding creative horizons.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Festivals, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, 51st Annual Art Show in the Park

Workshop | Art in the Park


Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of South Cove. An artist/educator will help participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshops, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Art&nbsp;in the Park

Fair | Massive Japanese Food Festival Returns to the Upper East Side 


Taste your way through a global lineup of vendors offering takoyaki, ramen, matcha sweets, okonomiyaki, and more. Billed as the world's largest Japanese food festival, it draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Now a year-round celebration, this popular outdoor event series spans Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens with nearly 30 gatherings each year.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Fairs, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Massive Japanese Food Festival Returns to the Upper East Side&nbsp;

Fair | Curated Pop-Up Market Featuring Local Makers


This returning favorite brings together a fresh mix of independent vendors offering handmade jewelry, skincare, apparel, home goods, artisanal treats, and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Fairs, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Curated Pop-Up Market Featuring Local Makers

Museums | Family Fun with Maritime History


Every Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the Museum hosts free hands-on activities and engagement stations for visitors of all ages. Explore maritime history, New York's origins as a port city, and the Museum's unique collections while enjoying fun, family-friendly programming across locations. Activities change monthly--ask staff for the day's offerings when you check in! Theme of the month: Get inspired by your surroundings! 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Museumss, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Family Fun with Maritime History

Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art


As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome


This juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshops, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome

Opening Reception | Immersive Four-Channel Film Installation


Experience the New York premiere of Renée Green’s Americas: Veritas (2018), reimagined as a four-channel immersive film installation with a pulsating techno soundtrack. Featuring layered visuals and a pulsating techno soundtrack, the installation explores themes of history, identity, and memory shaped during Green’s Harvard residency.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Opening Receptions, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Immersive Four-Channel Film Installation

Party | Play Contemporary Games & Make New Friends


Play your favorite contemporary board games! Featured games include but are not limited to Chameleon, Wavelength, Avalon, Parade, Splendor, Century Spice Road, Mountain Goats, No Thanks, Codenames, Werewords, Spyfall, Azul, Letter Jam, Dixit, In Kahootz, and Captain Sonar. A new game will be selected each week.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Partys, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Play Contemporary Games & Make New Friends

Film | Ocean's Eleven (2001): Heist Comedy with All-Star Cast


Danny Ocean rounds up his associates to stage a casino heist which involves robbing three casinos simultaneously during a popular boxing event. Director: Steven Soderbergh Cast: George Clooney, Matt Damon, Andy García, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Casey Affleck, Scott Caan, Elliott Gould, Bernie Mac
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Films, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Ocean's Eleven (2001): Heist Comedy with All-Star Cast

Classical Music | Music on the Water: String Works by Mozart, Beethoven, and Janacek


The Chen String Quartet (comprised of Chicago Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster Robert Chen, violin, his wife Laura Park Chen, violin, and their children Beatrice Chen, viola, and Noah Chen, cello) performs a series of pieces by well-known composers of the Classical and Romantic musical periods. Program Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) Divertimento in B-flat Major, K. 137/125b Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) String Quartet No. 11 in F minor, Op. 95, "Serioso" Leos Janacek (1854-1928) String Quartet No. 2, "Intimate Letters"
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concerts, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Music on the Water: String Works by Mozart, Beethoven, and Janacek

Performance | (un)belonging*: Documentary Theatre about NYC Community


This performance is is a powerful new documentary theatre play that archives the voices of New York City's Community Land Trust members. Developed through interviews, devising, and experimental storytelling, this original piece explores the pursuit of land stewardship, economic and environmental justice, and collective future-building. This will be an unforgettable evening of performance rooted in the lived experiences of those reclaiming their place in the city. Creative team: Brissa Lopez, Sophia Parker, Amalia Oliva Rojas, & Brennan Urbi Seating is limited and provided on a first come, first served basis. All unclaimed tickets are released 15 minutes before start time, so it is recommended to arrive early.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Performances, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, (un)belonging*: Documentary Theatre about NYC Community

Discussion | Kennedy Yanko in Conversation


Join artist Kennedy Yanko, Rachel Gladfelter, and Douglas Dreishpoon for a thoughtful discussion on papermaking, abstraction, and the inspirations behind Yanko’s newest work. Held in conjunction with her latest exhibition, the talk explores the creative process and the legacy of abstract art.  Seating is limited. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Discussions, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Kennedy Yanko in Conversation

Performance | Musical Sketch Comedy Revue


This Summer Shebang is a 45-minute musical sketch comedy revue packed with parody songs, quirky characters, and big laughs. Performed by a multigenerational cast, this lively show celebrates summer with humor and heart. Catch one or all five performances throughout Manhattan for an unforgettable theatrical experience.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Performances, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Musical Sketch Comedy Revue

Discussion | Exploring History and Identity: Renée Green in Conversation 


Join artist Renée Green in conversation with curator and scholar Mason Leaver-Yap, as they discuss Americas : Veritas—her immersive four-channel film installation. This event marks the culmination of the installation and connects to Green’s major solo exhibition. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
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Discussions, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Exploring History and Identity: Ren&eacute;e Green in Conversation&nbsp;

Museums | A Night of Live Music, Drinks & 5,000 Years of Art


Enjoy a stylish evening of art, live music, and engaging talks every Friday and Saturday night. From 5-9 PM, sip on drink specials, sample light fare, and take in the museum's vast collection spanning millennia. Grab a friend, a partner, or come solo--this after-hours experience offers something for everyone.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Museumss, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, A Night of Live Music, Drinks & 5,000 Years of Art

Museums | First Saturdays: Free Programs of Art and Entertainment


At the monthly First Saturdays, thousands of visitors enjoy free programs of art and entertainment, including dynamic performances and participatory experiences.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Museumss, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, First Saturdays: Free Programs of Art and Entertainment

Performance | A Leaf’s Pilgrimage: A Surreal Tea Journey


In her first live performance commission, artist Dominique Fung transforms the life of a tea leaf into a poetic, absurdist tableau. Guided by two eccentric characters, the audience witnesses the leaf’s journey, from tender sprout to farewell packaging, while themes of tradition, gender, and the gaze unfold in visually rich, theatrical scenes. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Performances, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, A Leaf&rsquo;s Pilgrimage: A Surreal Tea Journey

Opening Reception | Celebrity Crime Scenes in Paintings


Artist Sam McKinniss turns source images of lawbreakers and law enforcers, from Hollywood films, tabloid scandals, and even a runaway Highland bull, into vivid, cinematic paintings. Drawing on both pop culture icons and obscure local headlines, McKinniss presents a storyboard-like exhibition that blurs the line between reality and its mediated image. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Receptions, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Celebrity Crime Scenes in Paintings

Performance | A Leaf’s Pilgrimage: A Surreal Tea Journey


In her first live performance commission, artist Dominique Fung transforms the life of a tea leaf into a poetic, absurdist tableau. Guided by two eccentric characters, the audience witnesses the leaf’s journey, from tender sprout to farewell packaging, while themes of tradition, gender, and the gaze unfold in visually rich, theatrical scenes. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Performances, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, A Leaf&rsquo;s Pilgrimage: A Surreal Tea Journey

Performance | Broadway Stars Perform Showtunes in the Park


Broadway stars Ana Gasteyer, Darlesia Cearcy, Richard Kind, Ethan Slater, Tamkia Lawrence, Mary Louise Parker, and more bring the bright lights of Broadway to to the park with a one-night-only concert featuring showtunes that celebrate the Big Apple.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free
Performances, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Broadway Stars Perform Showtunes in the Park

Concert | International Indigenous Voices Perform Music of Conservation


Enjoy a euphoric music experience with four incredible Indigenous voices from Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, supported by a powerhouse ensemble. Their heart-expanding music carries messages of conservation and custodianship. Musically, this show occupies a third space between Indigenous, folk, classical and ambient music, and includes original compositions by Corrina Bonshek, Katia Madisski-Warren, and Bunna Lawrie.  There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Tuesday before the event at noon.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concerts, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, International Indigenous Voices Perform Music of Conservation

Performance | (un)belonging*: Documentary Theatre about NYC Community


This performance is is a powerful new documentary theatre play that archives the voices of New York City's Community Land Trust members. Developed through interviews, devising, and experimental storytelling, this original piece explores the pursuit of land stewardship, economic and environmental justice, and collective future-building. This will be an unforgettable evening of performance rooted in the lived experiences of those reclaiming their place in the city. Creative team: Brissa Lopez, Sophia Parker, Amalia Oliva Rojas, & Brennan Urbi Seating is limited and provided on a first come, first served basis. All unclaimed tickets are released 15 minutes before start time, so it is recommended to arrive early.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Performances, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, (un)belonging*: Documentary Theatre about NYC Community

Play | Shakespeare's Twelfth Night Outdoors with Lupita Nyong'o, Sandra Oh, Peter Dinklage, & Jesse Tyler Ferguson (OC)


Revel in the midsummer madness as twins Sebastian and Viola survive shipwreck, revenge plots, and the trick doors of love. Written by William Shakespeare Directed by Tony Award nominee Saheem Ali Cast: Lupita Nyong'o, Khris Davis, Sandra Oh, Junior Nyong'o, Peter Dinklage, Moses Sumney, John Ellison Conlee, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, b, Joe Tapper, Kapil Talwalkar, and more. This performance will be accompanied by open captioning.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Plays, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Shakespeare's Twelfth Night Outdoors with Lupita Nyong'o, Sandra Oh, Peter Dinklage, & Jesse Tyler Ferguson (OC)

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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9:00 pm
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Comedy Clubs, September 06, 2025, 09/06/2025, Standup Show
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Musical | "A Must See" Musical Directed by Emmy Nominee

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