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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on September 27, 2025?

36 free events take place on Saturday, September 27 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 27 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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36 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, September 27, 2025

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Birdwatching | Bird Walk beside the Hudson


Explore the park on a family-friendly bird walk led by nature experts. Bring binoculars if you have them! Space 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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Birdwatchings, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Bird Walk beside the Hudson

Workshop | Get in Shape: Strength & Cardio Class


This event is a beginner friendly class that will focus on improving your strength and endurance by challenging your muscles and increasing the heart rate. Using foundational exercises, this class will transform you into a stronger confident you. Please bring a mat.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Get in Shape: Strength & Cardio Class

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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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Art&nbsp;in the Park

Workshop | Bollywood & Bhangra Dance Class on the Pier


Start your Saturday mornings with high-energy Bollywood and Bhangra dance for all ages and experience levels. These classes combine rhythm, expression, and joy while teaching technique and fun choreography. Perfect for dancers of all levels looking to move, learn, and celebrate South Asian dance and culture.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Bollywood & Bhangra Dance Class on the Pier

Park Walk | Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park


Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, design, and landscape.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Park Walks, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park

Workshop | Kayaking with View of Lower Manhattan


Want to go kayaking with a fantastic view of Lower Manhattan and the NYC harbor? Then you've come to the right place. Glide along the water this summer and fall in a protected embayment by kayaking! All levels are welcome, including first-time kayakers. Life vests and all equipment are provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. 20-minute timed slots.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Kayaking with View of Lower Manhattan

Fair | Celebrate Fall - Lively Outdoor Street Series


Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! There will be an array of 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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Fairs, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Celebrate Fall - Lively Outdoor Street Series

Performance | Celebrate the Changing Seasons with Andean Performance


Witness Sisa Pakari, Andean culture bearers, to celebrate the start of fall and the equinox. Experience traditional Indigenous dances and music from the Ecuadorian Andes, and learn about the cultural importance of the sun’s position and the changing seasons.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Performances, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Celebrate the Changing Seasons with Andean Performance

Museums | Family Fun with Maritime History


Every Saturday and Sunday, 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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Workshop | Get in Shape: Dance Fitness Class for All Ages


Colorful outfits encouraged at this creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics! Space 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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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Get in Shape: Dance Fitness Class for All Ages

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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Museumss, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Jewish History: Centuries of Art

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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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome

Fair | Lively Street Series - Artisanal Goods & Global Eats


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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Fairs, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Lively Street Series - Artisanal Goods & Global Eats

Workshop | Playful Community Dance


Join a playful movement workshop open to all ages and experience levels. Using games and guided improvisation, participants will explore creativity, discover new ways of moving, and dance alongside their neighbors. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Playful Community Dance

Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions


The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection of 10,000 items. One of the exhibitions includes famous Tiffany's leaded glass objects and a valuable insight into the development of the inuctry in the US at the turn of the 20th century.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions

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
11:30 am
Free
Tours, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Explore One of New York's Iconic Buildings

Author Reading | Hear from Author of Biography on Iconic Comic Artist Robert Crumb


Enjoy an illuminating talk by Dan Nadel about his latest book, Crumb: A Cartoonist's Life, the first biography of Robert Crumb. Nadel will be giving a lecture on his new work and the towering figure at the heart of it, a pioneering artist whose singular, unfiltered style helped redefine the boundaries of comics in the 1960s and beyond. Don't miss this deep dive into the life and legacy of one of the most provocative and important cartoonists of the 20th century. Best known for iconic creations like Zap Comix, Mr. Natural, and Fritz the Cat, Robert Crumb revolutionized the medium with his deeply personal, often controversial work that explored taboo topics, cultural anxieties, and the darker corners of the American psyche. As a founding figure of the underground comix movement, his influence can still be felt across graphic novels, contemporary art, and pop culture at large.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Author Readings, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Hear from Author of Biography on Iconic Comic Artist Robert Crumb

Gallery Talk | Artist Discusses Concept of Queer Lineages in Exhibited Work


Listen as interdisciplinaryartist Kang Seung Lee and art historian/curator Rattanamol Singh Johal host an in-gallery conversation that explores the concept of queer lineages in relation to the artist's practice and his works, The Heart of A Hand and Garden, included in the exhibition. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Homage: Queer Lineages on view at the gallery through October 19.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Gallery Talks, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Artist Discusses Concept of Queer Lineages in Exhibited Work

Workshop | Art Making in the Park With Local Artist


Explore creativity through hands-on collage and cyanotype techniques in a drop-in workshop led by teaching artist and writer Nadia Bongo. Following a brief introduction with well-known examples, participants will experiment with paper, pressed flowers, magazines, Polaroid pictures, and optional personal materials. Each session concludes with a reflective writing exercise and group share. All materials provided
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Art Making in the Park With Local Artist

Performance | Celebrate the Changing Seasons with Andean Performance


Witness Sisa Pakari, Andean culture bearers, to celebrate the start of fall and the equinox. Experience traditional Indigenous dances and music from the Ecuadorian Andes, and learn about the cultural importance of the sun’s position and the changing seasons.
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Performances, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Celebrate the Changing Seasons with Andean Performance

Workshop | Embodying Shorelines and Climate Futures


Explore the future of shorelines in this interactive workshop. Participants will investigate how climate change might shape their local shores 75 years from now, using a playful and participatory methodology that combines local history, embodied knowledge, discussions of climate predictions, and imaginative exercises. Through this two-hour session, participants will contribute to a shared vision of future shorelines, reflecting hopes, fears, and personal connections to the places they call home.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Embodying Shorelines and Climate Futures

Tour | Explore Hidden Worlds Through Nature and Discovery


Drop in for free open hours and investigate monthly educational themes. Observe local marine life in a 250-gallon aquarium, explore a large-scale park model, dive into crafts and reading, and more. Guided by expert educators, visitors of all ages are invited to uncover the hidden stories of the environment through hands-on activities and self-led exploration.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tours, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Explore Hidden Worlds Through Nature and Discovery

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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Partys, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Play Contemporary Games & Make New Friends

Film | Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001): The Iconic beginning of a magical journey Outdoors!


Synopsis: On his eleventh birthday, Harry Potter discovers he’s a wizard and is whisked away to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The first film in the beloved series, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, introduces audiences to a world of friendship, mystery, and destiny. Rated PG. Director: Chris Columbus Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Richard Harris, Maggie Smith, Alan Rickman, Robbie Coltrane Note: No rain dates; cancellations announced 24 hours prior. Bags may be subject to screening; personal items only (no backpacks, large bags, or large strollers). No animals except certified service animals. Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited.
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Films, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer&rsquo;s Stone (2001): The Iconic beginning of a magical journey Outdoors!

Film | Moonstruck (1987): Romantic Comedy with Cher & Nicolas Cage


Brooklyn widow, engaged to a mama's boy, falls in love with her fiance's brother. Director: Norman Jewison Cast: Cher, Nicolas Cage, Vincent Gardenia, Olympia Dukakis, Danny Aiello Cher is an American singer, actress, and television personality. Often referred to by the media as the "Goddess of Pop," she has been described as embodying female autonomy in a male-dominated industry. Cher is known for her distinctive contralto singing voice and for having worked in numerous areas of entertainment, as well as adopting a variety of styles and appearances throughout her six-decade-long career. Nicolas Cage is an American actor and film producer. Born into the Coppola family, he is the recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
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Films, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Moonstruck (1987): Romantic Comedy with Cher & Nicolas Cage

Film | Ocean's Eight (2018): Heist Comedy with Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, & More


Debbie Ocean gathers an all-female crew to attempt an impossible heist at New York Ciy's annual Met Gala. Director: Gary Ross Cast: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Paulson, Awkwafina, Rihanna, Helena Bonham Carter Sandra Bullock is an American actress and film producer. The highest-paid actress of 2010 and 2014, Bullock's filmography spans both comedy and drama, and her accolades include an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award. She was named one of Time's 100 most influential people in the world in 2010. Australian actor and producer Cate Blanchett has received much recogniton, including two Academy Awards, four British Academy Film Awards, four Golden Globes, and three Screen Actors Guild Awards. She's also been nominated for two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Tony Award. Among her honors are the 2001 Australian Centenary Medal, and an appointment to the Companion of the Order of Australia. Both a film and stage actor, Blanchett has been in 20 theater productions. American actress Anne Hathaway has been the recipient of an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe, and a Primetime Emmy. In 2009, she appeared on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Films, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Ocean's Eight (2018): Heist Comedy with Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, & More

Play | Political Playwrighting Competition: Vote for Your Favorite


The "Uncivilized Civics" theater slam invites attendees to enjoy several short , political plays. Then, the audience gets to vote for their favorite! All pieces are directed by Valerie Adami Juhlin and Peter Burford. The Plays: Don’t Jump the Gun by James C. Ferguson: How hard could it have been to put together the Bill of Rights, really? SPINIT, TWISTIT, and LIE by Cary Pepper: Will Spinit is a senior partner in Spinit, Twistit, and Lie, Washington media consultants supreme. Congressman Rightman isn’t sure he can stay in Congress because he has a problem — he’s suffering a crisis of conscience. But Spinit knows he can help Rightman get rid of that… thing. Because it’s business as usual in Washington and at Spinit, Twistit, and Lie. The Ward by William Ivor Fowkes: Shortly before the presidential election of 2016, two stroke victims wake up and learn the latest news about the campaign. Chicken Little by David L. Williams: As the sky has begun to quite literally fall over their country, a Prime Minister and his assistant have some important choices to make. Owl Calls an Emergency Meeting by Toby Inoue: When Owl calls an unprecedented meeting of birds to address the catastrophic effects of climate change, a solution is proposed, but it is outrageous. Or is it? In The Beginning… by Michael Chepiga: In the Beginning takes the audience to one of the earliest meetings ever held, where two men (of course men) debate whether or not they should start something they will call “government.” Unfortunately, they decide to give it a shot. Now… About that Vote by Lindsey Brown: It’s 1919 and we are present at a National Women’s League Committee meeting. The women are preparing a petition to take to Washington which demands the vote for women. But based on ‘rational’ arguments, which women will be eligible? Any of them? If we follow society rules, possibly none! Agnes’s Little War by Rosemary Frisino Toohey: Do citizens have the right to judge political candidates on personal morals? An idealistic voter is threatened when she demands the return of her campaign contribution after learning of a candidate’s philandering.
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Plays, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Political Playwrighting&nbsp;Competition: Vote for Your Favorite

Classical Music | Tchaikovsky Competition Prize-Winner Performs Beethoven & Brahms


Renowned pianist Misha Dichter celebrates his 80th birthday with a recital celebrating two great composers: Beethoven and Brahms. Program Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) Polonaise in C Major, Op. 89 Johann Brahms (1833-1897) Sonata #3 in F minor, Op. 5
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Tchaikovsky Competition Prize-Winner Performs Beethoven & Brahms

Performance | Celebrate the Changing Seasons with Andean Performance


Witness Sisa Pakari, Andean culture bearers, to celebrate the start of fall and the equinox. Experience traditional Indigenous dances and music from the Ecuadorian Andes, and learn about the cultural importance of the sun’s position and the changing seasons.
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Performances, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Celebrate the Changing Seasons with Andean Performance

Workshop | Writing Workshop for All Skill Levels


This workshop is designed to help patrons unlock their creative potential!   The group will engage in fun idea generating exercises and work together to get results and find joy in the writing process. Writers will also investigate alternative, non-traditional narrative forms, as well as read and discuss short stories and poetry. All writers of any experience level are welcome. If you're curious, come check it out!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Writing Workshop for All Skill Levels

Museums | Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum


Discover a vast collection of art from a diverse range of countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Italy, Russia, France, Spain, Japan, India, United States and more. Tickets for Pay-What-You-Wish hours are available online only and released at 10 am the morning of the event.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum

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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Party | Baila Social Club: Latin Dance Night


Step into the rhythm for an evening of salsa, merengue, bachata, and more. The night begins with dance instruction, no experience required, followed by social dancing to music from DJ Gagou. 
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Partys, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Baila Social Club: Latin Dance Night
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Concerts, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Opera Arias and Duets: Mozart, Puccini and More

Party | Stargazing on the Hudson


A summer evening in Manhattan is made complete with a great skyline and the stars, planets, and moon in full view. Peer heavenward to see celestial wonders with the help of the Amateur Astronomer's Association. 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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Partys, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Stargazing on the Hudson

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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Comedy Clubs, September 27, 2025, 09/27/2025, Standup Show
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