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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!
21 festivals/fairs in New York City (NYC) Mon, 08/10/2026 - and on...
New York City street fairs are good reflection of the City: the offerings are sofisticated and amusing, and you always can find something that fits your budget. Please see street fairs/festivals schedule below.Fair | Discussions & Clinics Focusing on Health in the Black Community
A full day of interactive programming on disease management and prevention. Panelists will elevate discussions on asthma, chronic kidney disease, mental health, nutrition, and much more. World-class faculty will share evidence-based insights, and they’ll help you jump-start your fitness routine with a master class taught by the Guru of Abs. The Clinical Trials Corner and take advantage of free health screenings.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Aug 13
8:00 am
Free
8:00 am
Free
Festival | Neighborhood Summer Celebration (Live Music, Food, Local Businesses, & More)
Enjoy an open-air night market bringing food, music, and community in a historic part of Harlem. Come for dinner, stay for the music, bring friends, or pull up solo. What to expect:
Local food vendors, rotating weekly
Live DJs and performances
Open-air summer night market
Community-first, family-friendly vibe
Easy access via subway and bus
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Aug 13
4:00 pm
Free
4:00 pm
Free
Festival | Food Festival with Local Vendors
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back. Enjoy a variety of eats and treats from local vendors.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Aug 14
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Festival | A Night of Harlem Flavors
Food, music, and culture come together to create something New York has been waiting for: a culinary celebration that belongs to the people who give this city its flavor.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Aug 14
4:00 pm
Free
4:00 pm
Free
Festival | Youth-Led Arts & Technologies Fair: Workshops, Showcases, Performances, & More
Through fashion, film, food, music, movement, design and hands-on workshops, you're invited to explore how people, materials, communities and technologies are constantly changing and shaping our experiences. From natural building and digital fabrication to storytelling, choreography and sound design, every project is an opportunity to experience transformation in action. Fashion exhibits, short films, live music and DJ sets, food labs, interactive art, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Aug 15
11:30 am
Free
11:30 am
Free
Festival | Kite-Flying Celebration on the Pier
Music and kites fill the air at this festival for all ages celebrating simple fun. Make-your-own kite kits are provided free for kids (while supplies last), or bring your own favorite kite from home.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Aug 15
12:00 pm
Free
12:00 pm
Free
Festival | Blues & BBQ Fest on the Water: Local & Well-Known Musicians, Marketplace, Food, Dancing, & More
Enjoy New York's smoked delicacies, music at two stages, games, family fun and so much more! It's a day packed with fun. Enjoy family-friendly activities and games for all ages. The main stage features world-renowned talent, while the Blues Second Stage delivers popular locals and accomplished artists alike, curated by the Jazz Foundation of America.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Aug 15
1:00 pm
Free
1:00 pm
Free
Parade | Eco-Luminary Art Parade
Sally Beauti Twin’s signature parade will take over the ark, with participants DIY-ing their own costumes, luminaries, and puppets before engaging in a procession that honors the flora, fauna, and celestial bodies of island.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Aug 15
2:00 pm
Free
2:00 pm
Free
Festival | Annual Car Show: Unique, Vintage VW Models
VW Grid-lock, the epic vin-tage Volk-swa-gen show, returns! A col-lec-tion of unique, vin-tage Volk-swa-gens from across the years, includ-ing icon-ic mod-els like the Bee-tle, Bus, Kar-mann Ghia, and Thing, will be parked all day for vis-i-tors to enjoy.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Aug 16
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Parade | Celebrate India Day with a Parade, Music, Art, Cuisine, & More
Enjoy a vibrant celebration of Indian culture, music, and heritage in the heart of New York City. The parade will feature colorful floats, traditional dances, live music, and delicious food. Experience the rich diversity of India as performers march down the streets of New York, showcasing the best of Indian art, fashion, and cuisine. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of India right here in the Big Apple!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Aug 16
12:00 pm
Free
12:00 pm
Free
Festival | Neighborhood Summer Celebration (Live Music, Food, Local Businesses, & More)
Enjoy an open-air night market bringing food, music, and community in a historic part of Harlem. Come for dinner, stay for the music, bring friends, or pull up solo. What to expect:
Local food vendors, rotating weekly
Live DJs and performances
Open-air summer night market
Community-first, family-friendly vibe
Easy access via subway and bus
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Aug 20
4:00 pm
Free
4:00 pm
Free
Festival | Food Festival with Local Vendors
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back. Enjoy a variety of eats and treats from local vendors.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Aug 21
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Fair | Outdoor Midtown Market
Celebrate community, creativity, and summer at this vibrant street fair! There will be an array of local vendors' booths. Enjoy delicious food and a variety of fun activities.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, Aug 23
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Festival | Outdoor Market Celebrating Pompei
Dive into the vibes and flavors of Pompei in the heart of the city, with great eats, music, vendors, and community.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Mon, Aug 24
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Festival | Neighborhood Summer Celebration (Live Music, Food, Local Businesses, & More)
Enjoy an open-air night market bringing food, music, and community in a historic part of Harlem. Come for dinner, stay for the music, bring friends, or pull up solo. What to expect:
Local food vendors, rotating weekly
Live DJs and performances
Open-air summer night market
Community-first, family-friendly vibe
Easy access via subway and bus
New York City, NY; NYC
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Thu, Aug 27
4:00 pm
Free
4:00 pm
Free
Festival | Food Festival with Local Vendors
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back. Enjoy a variety of eats and treats from local vendors.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Aug 28
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Fair | Downtown Outdoor Market
Celebrate community, creativity, and summer at this vibrant street fair! There will be an array of local vendors' booths. Enjoy delicious food and a variety of fun activities.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Aug 29
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Festival | Community End-of-Summer Block Party with Free Food, Entertainment, Carnival Games, & More
An annual block party celebrating the Lower East Side! Enjoy free food, ice cream, live entertainment by LES Creative People in Action, carnival games, face painting, art making with Abrons Arts Center, resource tables, and more!
New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Aug 29
12:00 pm
Free
12:00 pm
Free
Festival | Food Festival with Local Vendors
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back. Enjoy a variety of eats and treats from local vendors.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Fri, Sep 4
11:00 am
Free
11:00 am
Free
Festival | 52nd Annual Art Show in the Park
Staged in one of the prettiest and most 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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Sat, Sep 12
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
Festival | 52nd Annual Art Show in the Park
Staged in one of the prettiest and most 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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Sun, Sep 13
10:00 am
Free
10:00 am
Free
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