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Free Events, Free Things to Do in New York City! Read More
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, November 9, 2025!
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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
November 9, 2025. Free shows, free concerts, free movies, free tours, free readings, worshops, lectures, etc. are New York's best kept secret! Learn all about it and do not miss the unique opportunities that only New York provides: NYC never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.
New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).
So start using these unique New York City opportunities today, November 9, 2025!
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, November 9, 2025!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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Free things to do, free events that take place in New York City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (November 9, 2025) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!
In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
Join the Club!
Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
Join the Club!
Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
Join the Club!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
Let New York City surprise, stimulate, entertain and excite you! Read More
Don't miss the unique opportunities that only New York provides:
- free concerts in NYC
- free movies in NYC
- free jazz in NYC
- free poetry readings in NYC
- free tours/hikes in NYC
- free city walks in NYC
- free Yoga /Tai Chi in NYC
- fairs and parades in NYC
- free theater in NYC
- free tickets to concerts, theater and dance performances in NYC
'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).
Editor's Picks
26 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Sunday, November 9, 2025
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Classical Music | Best Young Musicians Competition (In Person AND Online!)
Every year, the best young musicians from around the world gather for the Young Concert Artistis Susan Wadsworth International Auditions. The criteria for winning are exceptional musicianship, virtuosity, individuality, projection as a performer, and promise. The Final Auditions are a thrilling all day event. Winners will be announced the following day.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Drawing as a Way of Discovery
Join visiting artist Nell Brookfield for a three-hour session that reawakens curiosity and imagination. Through guided drawing and open conversation, participants are invited to break free from habitual ways of observing and rediscover the wonder of seeing the world as if for the first time.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
Free
Free
Museums | Sunday Fun at an Iconic Art Museum
Enjoy a full day of art and inspiration on the second Sunday of every month! Explore exhibitions, join family-friendly artmaking activities inspired by works on view, listen to storytimes presented by The New York Public Library, take part in guided tours, and soak in stunning city views.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
Free
Free
Festival | Autumn Celebration With Local Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and fall at this vibrant street fair! There will be an array of local vendor booths. Enjoy delicious food and a variety of fun activities.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
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
Free
Free
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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11:00 am
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Other | Out of the Darkness Community Walk for Suicide Prevention
Join thousands of New Yorkers for a powerful walk dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention and mental health. This community event offers a space to honor loved ones, share stories of hope, and support one another in healing.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Dancing from Within: Somatic Movement
Join Lizzie Feidelson for a guided somatic movement class that explores the body's internal landscape. Participants will be led through five energetic modalities -- vibration, drawing, rhythm, displacement, and electrocution -- to initiate movement from the body's internal organs. This deeply embodied practice encourages participants to sense, name, and dance from the often-unseen information held within their own bodies.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Other | Pumpkin Smash — Composting Fun & Family Activities
Bring your pumpkins, jack-o’-lanterns, and gourds for a smashing good time! At Pumpkin Smash 2025, smashed pumpkins are transformed into compost to help rejuvenate soils in parks and green spaces. Enjoy family-friendly activities including earth loom weaving, painting with food scraps, live music by Kicki & The Fellas, light refreshments, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
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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12:00 pm
Free
Free
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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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Author Reading | Author Rebecca Baum Shares Her New Horror Novel, The Brood (+ Discussion and Q&A)
Author Rebecca Baum (Lifelike Creatures) discusses her new horror novel, The Brood, with The Writers Lab founder, Nitza Wilon. Enjoy a discussion of The Brood, a feminist body horror with elements of eco-horror, a dash of folk horror, and a slew of periodical cicadas. Rebecca and Nitza will dive into inspiration, story mechanics, and character development while also examining why the horror genre is ideal for exploring uniquely female experiences and anxieties. A fascinating blend of horror and magical realism, this spine-tingling thriller explores the complex relationship between women, their bodies, and the natural world. The event will include a reading from The Brood and audience Q & A. Light refreshments will be served!
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Festival Performance: Diverse Modern Program
Attend a concert devoted to modernism, which will focus on the beginnings of the movement within the first half of the twentieth century. From including well-known European classics as well as some rare masterpieces, to spanning from duos through sextets, and featuring music for keyboards, brass instruments, wind instruments, and strings, this will be one of the most diverse programs of the festival.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Music on the Water: String Works by Mozart and Beethoven
Violinist Mark Peskanov and the Semplice Players perform quintets and quartets by two of the most famous classical composers. Program: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) Selections from the String Quintets Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) Selections from the Opus 18 String Quartets
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Award-Winning Archival Documentary Trains Explores the 20th Century Through Railway Footage
Experience Trains, a haunting and masterfully edited archival documentary by acclaimed Polish filmmaker Maciej J. Drygas. Crafted entirely from historical railway footage, this powerful cinematic collage captures the rhythm, movement, and human emotion that defined the 20th century. Following the screening, join Drygas and Academy Award–nominated filmmaker Bill Morrison for a discussion on the art and ethics of archival documentary filmmaking. Praised by the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) for its “magic of cinema” and by Cineuropa as “a meditation on the moral weight and responsibility of images,” Trains has captivated audiences worldwide. The film is now screening in the U.S. as part of its campaign for Academy Awards consideration in the Best Documentary Feature category.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Gabriel Faure's Messe basse and Maurice Durufle's Messe Cum Jubilo
The talented musicians of Trinity Youth Chorus sing their own adaptations of two masses: Gabriel Faure's Messe basse, originally scored for upper voices, and Maurice Durufle's Messe Cum Jubilo, the composer's last large-scale work written for baritones and a baritone soloist. Rounding out the program is a favorite: Faure's beautiful Cantique de Jean Racine.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Global Holocaust Studies: Voices and Memories Across Continents (In Person AND Online!)
Co-editors Mark Celinscak and Mehnaz Afridi explore Holocaust studies from a worldwide perspective in Global Approaches to the Holocaust. Essays examine memory and impact across Africa, Asia, the Americas, Australia, and the Middle East, expanding the conversation beyond traditional European narratives.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn the Ins and Outs of Stop-Motion Animation From a Professional
Explore the art of stop-motion animation in this interactive workshop led by a professional animator. Participants will learn to create movement-based pixilations using their own bodies as live puppets, gaining insight into the creative process behind this unique filmmaking technique. Each session includes a guided walkthrough of an inspiring contemporary art installation and a collaborative animation activity.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
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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4:00 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...
Workshop | Creative Writing Session: Practice the Craft
Become a better writer! Sutiable for all levels.
Writing exercises
Personal attention
Peer Workshop
Guest Lectures
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Signing | Meet & Greet with Author Nika Song, with Her New Book, Night Chef
Enjoy a meet & greet and signing with children's book author Nika Song, featuring her new book, Night Chef. Ratatouille meets the magic of Studio Ghibli as a lonely raccoon who secretly lives inside a fine French restaurant and yearns to be a chef must venture into the woods for the first time to help a baby crow find its home. Attendees can also pre-order a signed copy of the book at the link provided.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
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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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | "Fascinating" Vocalist Performs Chamber Works by J.S. Bach & More
Vocalist Morgan Mastrangelo performs as the featured soloist in "Ich Armer Mensch, Ich Sündenknecht", Bach's precious solo cantata for tenor. Mastrangelo's “fascinating and flexible tone” (Operawire) will be paired with a chamber orchestration to create an intimate atmosphere appropriate for the personal nature of this work. Program: Dieterich Buxtehude (1637-1707) Praeludium in C Major, BuxWV 138 J.S. Bach (1685-1750) "Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden", BWV 230 J.S. Bach (1685-1750) "Ich armer Mensch, ich Sündenknecht", BWV 55 Heinrich Schütz (1585-1672) "Deutsches Magnificat", SWV 494 Dieterich Buxtehude (1637-1707) Praeludium in e minor, BuxWV 140
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Dance Performance | Improvised Music Meets Experimental Dance
In this experimental performance, composer and artist C. Spencer Yeh intersects live improvisational music with movement guided by Moriah Evans. Dancers respond to Yeh’s sonic explorations, blurring the lines between collaboration and parallel practice. The performance investigates the collision of sound, body, and consciousness, creating a dynamic encounter between improvisation and choreographic structure.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Festival Performance: Diverse Modern & Contemporary Program (with Original Works)
Attend a concert devoted to modernism, which will feature music written over the last seventy-five years by well-known living composers, coached by our esteemed composition faculty member at The New School, Chris Cerrone, and even music written by Mannes students! This night will be a special treat, in which concertgoers will hear music written as far back as 1951 to music written in just the last few weeks!
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Evening of Acoustic Sounds
Enjoy acoustic music performed by singer/songwriter Jord within a bookstore setting.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
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