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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on August 27, 2015?

42 free events take place on Thursday, August 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 August 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 August . 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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42 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, August 27, 2015

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Workshop | Park Tai Chi


Classes for all ages and experience levels. Park Tai Chi is provided by the Tai Chi Chuan Center and led by teachers and students who train at CK Chu Tai Chi under the direction of Jeremy Hubbell. Classes are rain or shine. Takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays through September 24.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 am
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City Walk | Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo Tour


This is a 3-hour tour that begins with a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, an icon of New York City for over 125 years, with spectacular views of Manhattan and Brooklyn. The tour then moves on to a stroll of Brooklyn Heights, America’s and New York City’s first suburb. The tour then explores the neighborhood DUMBO before ending at the Fulton Ferry landing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tour | SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Tour


You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central Park. Looking for a little more of the Big Apple? Maybe it's time to visit some of Manhattan's oldest and most enchanting historic districts. Take a relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Film | David Lynch's Oscar Nominee The Straight Story (1999): Trip on a Lawnmower


Stars: Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, Jane Galloway. An old man makes a long journey by lawn-mover tractor to mend his relationship with an ill brother. 112 Minutes
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Park Walk | Randall’s Island Waterfront Garden Tour


Take a tour of a waterfront garden. Located along the coast of the East River, the garden offers year-round beauty, from spring-blooming daffodils and narcissus, to winter-blooming witchhazel and hamamellis. Join an experienced member of the Horticulture Department and learn about the flowers that are growing on the Island along the waterside. You will be able to enjoy breath-taking views of Manhattan while you explore the winding paths of the shade garden. A Randall’s Island Park Alliance staff member will be on site approximately 10 minutes prior to the tour to greet you.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Tour | Explore Castle Williams Tour


Castle Williams, the centerpiece of the system of fortifications designed to guard New York City just prior to the War of 1812, has long been off-limits to the public. After an extensive rehabilitation project in 2011, the National Park Service opened the Castle's to the general public for the first time in the fort's 200-year history. Tours of the Castle take visitors through all three levels and the roof. Tours are approximately 30 minutes in length. Visitors are advised that tours require climbing three flights of stairs. The Castle's upper floors are not handicap-accessible. Start times: 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided. Lessons are weather permitting.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Exhibition Tour: Public Eye, 175 Years of Sharing Photography


Join a 45-minute docent led tour of the exhibition.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Jazz | Jazz on the Plaza


These midday concerts are free of charge and open to the general public. Many people bring a lunch or purchase it from one of the several area vendors. Concerts run for a little over an hour. Dates generally feature jazz groups from area colleges and performing arts high schools, a way to support the ongoing development of young jazz musicians.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
$10 suggested donation

Jazz | Victor Lin, Columbia Jazz Piano Instructor


A former student of jazz legend Kenny Barron, Victor Lin is currently a jazz music instructor at Columbia University, Teachers College, and The Calhoun School.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Workshop | Big City Fishing


Fishing in New York City? You bet! Each summer, Big City Fishing offers a free program, to those as young as five who are eager to learn both how to fish and about the Hudson River environment. They provide the rods, reels, bait and instruction. Beyond teaching fishing, the program also provides participants with a first-hand opportunity to learn about river ecology and the many fish species that can be found in the river. Participants can drop in a line and relax, or engage with environmental educators on such topics such as water quality, fish biology and more. A fun and educational experience, Big City Fishing offers city-dwellers a unique option for outdoor family recreation.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Tour | Federal Reserve Bank Tour


Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international monetary gold on bedrock of Manhattan Island, five stories below street level. Learn why Federal Reserve has "Federal" in its name, while it's a private bank, not Federal at all. Tour times: 1:00pm, 2:00pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Gallery Tour: Folk Art and American Modernism


Tour will be led by the museum’s gallery guides.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Retro Board Gaming for Adults


Share your passion for checkers, chess, mahjong, Monopoly, or Scrabble. All levels of play welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Yoga at the Mansion


Certified yoga instructor Chelsea Best conducts Awesome Asana Yoga, an open-level Vinyasa class designed to accommodate beginners and experts alike. All are welcome, and mats, if you haven’t one, are provided. This workshop takes place on Thursday, August 27 and Sunday, August 30, 2015.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
$5

Screening | Napoleon: An Epic Life - Part 4 (2003): Emmy-Winning European Mini-Series


Stars: Christian Clavier, Isabella Rossellini, Gérard Depardieu. Part four of four sees Napoleon's downfall begin with the disaster in Russia. 100 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Alternative New York Tour


Time to learn about the other New York City; the city that nurtured political, cultural and intellectual revolutions. The city that gave birth to punk rock, the beat poets and graffiti. The city that has survived two centuries of mass riots, crime and corruption, murder and mayhem. The city that has flourished in spite of economic and social hardship.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Harlem Tour


Although world famous, Harlem may be New York's best kept secret with some of the city's best architecture, food, music and people. Harlem's history is also one of the city's most dramatic, having gone through many ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic changes over the past roughly 400 years, which have resulted in a diverse array of places of worship, theaters, homes and eating establishments.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Film | Jack Conway's Oscar Nominee A Tale of Two Cities (1935): Dickens' French Revolution


Stars: Ronald Colman, Elizabeth Allan, Edna May Oliver. A pair of lookalikes, one a former French aristocrat and the other an alcoholic English lawyer, fall in love with the same woman amongst the turmoil of the French Revolution. 128 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Subway Art Tour


Many people think of the New York City subway as one of the largest, most efficient, if not the cleanest mass transit systems in the world. Few, however, think of it as the largest and longest art gallery on the planet. Well, they don't know what they are missing. This lively walking AND subway riding tour visits over a dozen subway stations to experience a selection of these striking often whimsical works that go largely unnoticed by the general public. Join this climate controlled subway and walking art tour. Along the way you'll learn about and become expert at navigating the (in)famous NYC subway system. There's also the invaluable opportunity to confer about your other sightseeing plans with the acclaimed Bronx born, vastly experienced licensed NYC tour guide, Darryl Reilly.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Exhibition Tour: Public Eye, 175 Years of Sharing Photography


Join a 45-minute docent led tour of the exhibition.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
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Tour | Behind-the-Scenes Hard Hat Hills Tour


Take a tour of the Hills rising on Governors Island! The Hills are currently under construction at the southern end of the new park. Made of recycled fill materials, the Hills will rise 25 to 70 feet above the Island, and the summit of the tallest Hill will provide visitors with a 360-degree panoramic view of the Harbor. Get a behind-the-scenes look at these Hills as you climb to the top and experience an entirely new perspective on New York Harbor.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:15 pm
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Workshop | Beginners' Chess Social


Join us at our weekly Game Socials to meet up with like-minded players interested in the same games as you. On Thursdays, beginners are invited to play chess.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Other | Summer's Last Stand


Enjoy what’s awesome about the summer – before it’s over. They’re setting up open play Sand Volleyball, Spikeball, KanJam, Table Tennis, Speedminton, Nok Hockey, Cornhole and Ladder Golf. This event is FREE and for adults 18 and up.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Workshop | Kayaking in the Park


Glide along the water while kayaking. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. All levels are welcome and no experience is necessary.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Book Discussion | Book Discussion Group


This month's selection is THE CIRCLE by DAVE EGGERS. Please come prepared.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:45 pm
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Film | John McTiernan's Die Hard (1988): Nominated for 4 Oscars


Stars: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, Bonnie Bedelia. John McClane, officer of the NYPD, tries to save wife and several others taken hostage by German terrorist Hans Gruber during a Christmas party at the Nakatomi Plaza in Los Angeles. 131 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Park Yoga


Perfect your downward dog under the trees and on the lush lawn at the 12th season of outdoor yoga classes, presented by Athleta with instructors curated by Yoga Journal and media support from Flavorpill. Mats are provided by Athleta - no need to bring your own.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Party | Summer Salsa White Party


DJ Woody kicks off summer in style spinning hot Latin rhythms at an outdoor after work party. The spacious outdoor plaza features plenty of room to dance and relax, with gorgeous waterfront views. Have two left feet? Arrive early for a mini dance lesson with Omar Martinez. Cash bar. ,br> Come dressed all in white and celebrate in style. Bring the kids for free face painting and cotton candy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Park Circuit Workout


Reach your fitness goals in the world’s most beautiful outdoor gym! Get fit with innovative exercises designed by top trainers to utilize the Park’s best natural features: rocks, trails, stairs, hills, and gorgeous open lawns. A variety of in-Park classes will help you to maximize your strength and agility, as well as increase flexibility and muscle tone. Age 18 years and older.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Slide Lecture | Paul Moses discusses his book An Unlikely Union: The Love-Hate Story of New York's Irish and Italians


This illustrated lecture unfolds the dramatic story of how two of America’s largest ethnic groups learned to love and laugh with each other in the wake of decades of animosity.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Author Reading | Barry Yourgrau reads from her book Mess: One Man's Struggle to Clean Up His House and His Act


Hilarious and poignant, a glimpse into the mind of someone who is both a sufferer from and an investigator of clutter.Millions of Americans struggle with severe clutter and hoarding. New York writer and bohemian Barry Yourgrau is one of them.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Poetry Reading | Kick Assonance Reading Series


Award-winning storyteller and Huffington Post blogger Leslie Goshko hosts tonight’s curated evening of original poetic works that’s sure to Kick Assonance! Join co-creators Kyle Erickson ("Enduro’s Lament") and Steven Leyva ("Low Parish") as they welcome fellow authors Ron Kolm (founding member of The Unbearables) and Zakia Henderson-Brown (Pushcart Prize nominee) for an evening of original poetry that Time Out New York magazine named a “Critics’ Pick.”
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Lakesha Baker discusses her book A Diamond in the Rough


Lakesha Baker writes of the fatal stabbing of her mother, an attack she witnessed as a child, and the mental, physical and emotional toll this took. She details her struggle for personal peace and happiness and shares the joy she has finally found.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Velvet Gloves Gentleman’s Boxing


Velvet Gloves Gentleman's Boxing is a nomadic club that offers conditioning classes and lessons in boxing technique. The club provides a fitness and wellness experience tailored to the cultural sensitivities of urban gay men. Workouts are meant to challenge body and mind, and participants say they are faster, leaner, have more endurance, and feel stronger after them. Velvet Gloves is all about gentlemanly respect, empowerment, social responsibility and diversity. The co-founders, Vance Garrett and Francisco Liuzzi, promise that no one has ever been hit in the face. After the 75-minute class comes the club part – a social cool down complements the experience. Workouts are open to adults of all genders and orientations. Absolute beginners, novices, and fitness enthusiasts alike are welcome. RSVP required.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Write-In Writers Workshop


Gotham Writers Workshop invites you to let go of your literary anxiety and pick up a pen. You’ll get three short writing prompts, a few minutes to write, and the chance to tell your story. Gotham instructor Melissa Petro leads this exercise for your writer brain—no pressure, no angst, just freewheeling creativity.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | Zumba Class


Zumba class for adults of all fitness and experience levels. Young people ages 13 to 16 are welcome if accompanied by parent or guardian. Children under 13 may not attend.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Tour | Dark Side of the High Line Tour


The skeletal remains of the High Line’s elevated tracks set the perfect scene for a spooky evening. Join a journey to the creepier side of New York City’s most unique park. On this tour you’ll hear tales of the strange eccentric who lived below the tracks and saved them from demise, the curse of a West Side Cowboy who fell to his death from the elevated track, and the children who haunt the street formerly known as Death Avenue. If the moon hangs right perhaps you’ll witness the spectacle of a ghostly ship floating down the Hudson River; is it the long forgotten crew of Henry Hudson’s Half-Moon warning sailors not to go to sea? Or is it Captain Kidd protecting the treasure he buried on Liberty Island? Venture at your own risk through the dark side of High Line.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Downtown Comes Uptown Concert


Featuring: Morningsiders, Michael Daves, Animal Years, Kate Davis. Hosted by Rita Houston from WFUV.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Film | Jim Abrahams, David Zucker and Jerry Zucker's Airplane! (1980): Fun Spoof of Disaster Films


Stars: Robert Hays, Julie Hagerty, Leslie Nielsen. An airplane crew takes ill. Surely the only person capable of landing the plane is an ex-pilot afraid to fly. But don't call him Shirley. 88 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Tour | Midtown Manhattan Night Tour


New York is a skyscraper city and there is no better time to view Manhattan’s icons than after the sun sets and the lights go on. Fueled by competition and a dash of audacity, New York City is still producing one of mankind’s most remarkable skyline. NOTE** THIS TOUR SPENDS MUCH TIME INDOORS OR IN SUBWAYS AND GREAT FOR ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS. Please note they do utilize the subway on this tour so you will need $5 for subway tickets.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | Journey to the Stars: Stargazing in the Park


Come out and see the stars, planets and the Moon from the park. On Thursday nights in July and August, members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York will set up hi-powered telescopes for stargazing sessions that are free and open to the public. Weather permitting.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
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