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New York is full of wonderful things to do beyond the must see and must do New York attractions such as the Empire State Building, Metropolitan Museum, Ellis Island, Rockefeller Center and St. Patrick's Cathedral. There are many more places to visit and places to see if you visit New York for more than several days, or if you live here!  

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113 Best Free Events, Best Free Things to Do in New York City, NYC

We all know that best things in life are free, but nowhere it's true more than in New York (NYC).  Free shows, concerts, movies, tours, poetry readings, lessons of any kind (yoga, tai chi, tango, drawing, photography, etc.),  and many more free things to do happen all over the city every day of the year. Take a look at those free events that our editors think are the best things to do to in New York City at this point -- December 3, 2024 and on...   Please keep in mind that all those best things to do are free unless otherwise noted.

        

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Fair | Holiday Fair: Art, Jewelry, Home Goods and Savory Bites
Wander through the aisles showcasing art, jewelry, home decor, and delicious bites from local designers and artisans. It's the perfect spot to check off your holiday shopping list while experiencing the magic of winter in New York City. Dates: 12/3 - 12/31 Hours of Operation: Mon - Fri: 11-8 Sat - Sun: 10-8 Closed Christmas Day and New Year's Eve    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 3
11:00 am
to 8:00 pm
Free

Fairs, December 03, 2024, 12/03/2024, Holiday Fair: Art, Jewelry, Home Goods and Savory Bites
Concert | Holiday Harmonies Lunchtime Concert
Enjoy the enchanting sounds of talented musicians as they perform a delightful array of seasonal favorites, all while basking in a tropical atmosphere of palm trees. Featuring the guitar duo Aerial Acoustics, which has been delighting audiences for over 25 years with their spirited original and cover instrumentals. Described as "electrifyingly acoustic," Dorothy Wagner and Dennis Smith play complex arrangements of classic tunes, as well as original compositions, infused with elements of rock, jazz, classical and Spanish guitar.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 3
12:00 pm
to 1:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 03, 2024, 12/03/2024, Holiday Harmonies Lunchtime Concert
Festival | Seaport Holiday Tree Lighting
Festive photo opps. Live music. Holiday shopping and cozy beverages. Mark your calendar for this year's Holiday Tree Lighting--a celebration of community, music, and holiday cheer, hosted by Onika McLean. The festivities kick off at 3 PM with the Maum Market, a holiday pop-up on Pier 16 featuring over 40 unique, Asian-founded brands, alongside beats by a live DJ. From 6-7 PM, enjoy lively performances by Gotham Dance, Big Apple Chorus, Brooklyn United Drumline, and Carolina Rial, with surprise appearances adding to the magic. The evening culminates at 7 PM with the dazzling tree lighting ceremony, ringing in the holiday season.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 3
3:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
Free

Festivals, December 03, 2024, 12/03/2024, Seaport Holiday Tree Lighting
Dance Performance | A Demonstration of Playing and Dancing Baroque Dance Suite Movements
A demonstration on how to dance as well as play a Menuet, Sarabande, Gavotte and Bourree. Baroque dance suite music by J.S. Bach will be performed.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 3
4:30 pm
to 5:15 pm
Free

Dance Performances, December 03, 2024, 12/03/2024, A Demonstration of Playing and Dancing Baroque Dance Suite Movements
Film | A Fish Called Wanda (1988) with Jamie Lee Curtis
George Thomason and Ken Pile--a British gangster and his sidekick--draft a pair of arrogant Americans--grifter Wanda Wanda Gerschwitz and weapons expert Otto West--for a massive diamond heist. The job does not go according to plan, and Wanda tries to seduce George's lawyer, Archie Leach, to find out where George his the diamonds. At the same time, Ken repeatedly tries to murder an elderly woman who witnessed the heist. Director: Charles Crichton Cast: John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Kline, Michael Palin Jamie Lee Curtis is an American actress and producer known for her performances in the horror and slasher genres, in addition to roles in comedies. Curtis has received multiple accolades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards, as well as a nomination for a Grammy Award.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 3
5:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
Free

Films, December 03, 2024, 12/03/2024, A Fish Called Wanda (1988) with Jamie Lee Curtis
Book Discussion | The Impossible Man: Roger Penrose and the Cost of Genius (in-person and online)
Author Patchen Barss discusses his biography of the dazzling and painful life of Nobel Prize-winning physicist Roger Penrose.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 3
6:30 pm
to 7:30 pm
Free

Book Discussions, December 03, 2024, 12/03/2024, The Impossible Man: Roger Penrose and the Cost of Genius (in-person and online)
Classical Music | Japanese Sacred Court Music
Former directors of the Imperial Household Orchestra and young musicians invited from Japan (Shogo Anzai; Hideaki Bunno; Goro Ikebe; Naoyuki Manabe; Nagao Okubo; Yutaka Oto; Fumiya Otonashi); and the Columbia Gagaku Instrumental Ensemble of New York, perform Japanese Sacred Court Music, including classical repertoires and contemporary sho solo pieces.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 3
6:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 03, 2024, 12/03/2024, Japanese Sacred Court Music
Book Discussion | Atlas Obscura: Wild Life: An Explorer's Guide to the World's Living Wonders (online)
From author Cara Giaimo comes a nature book like no other--a dazzling, over-the-top collection of the world's most extraordinary wild species that takes you to all seven continents and beyond. It's more than a field guide-it's an adventure.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 3
7:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
Free

Book Discussions, December 03, 2024, 12/03/2024, Atlas Obscura: Wild Life: An Explorer's Guide to the World's Living Wonders (online)

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Museums | New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity and a Holiday Gingerbread City!
This museum holds over 1,5 million artifacts, including photographs, paintings, decorative arts, costumes, and documents that tell the story of New York's development and its inhabitants. Explore the galleries and discover the rich history and vibrant culture of New York City!    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
10:00 am
to 5:00 pm
Free

Museumss, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity and a Holiday Gingerbread City!
Museums | Tour of Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. First-come, first-served; this guided tour may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
3:00 pm
Free

Museumss, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, Tour of Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
Concert | Moulin Rouge Actors in a Holiday Concert
Embrace the holiday season with actors from Moulin Rouge! The Musical, the 10-time Tony Award(R) winner for Best Musical.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
4:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, Moulin Rouge Actors in a Holiday Concert
Talk | On the Edge of Water and Change: John T. Krawchuk's Photography of the West Village Waterfront in the Early 1990s (online)
An evening with John T. Krawchuk examining the West Village waterfront on the brink of radical change and redevelopment in the early 1990s. As part of his 1995 Columbia University graduate thesis in Historic Preservation, Krawchuk photodocumented the Meatpacking District, Far West Village, and Hudson River. This project took place at a pivotal time in the neighborhood's history. The contemporary removal of disused sections of the High Line south of Gansevoort Street and the conversion of the abandoned Hudson River piers and waterfront to parkland coincided with and helped spur dramatic gentrification and development in the area, which had been a gritty backwater for decades. Krawchuk will be joined in conversation with Village Preservation's Executive Director Andrew Berman and Director of Preservation and Research Dena Tasse-Winter to help further highlight life in this unique part of our neighborhood as it was about to undergo an irrevocable change.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
6:00 pm
to 7:15 pm
Free

Talks, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, On the Edge of Water and Change: John T. Krawchuk's Photography of the West Village Waterfront in the Early 1990s (online)
Discussion | The Artistic Crime of the Century: Highwire Artist Philippe Petit in Conversation
Fifty years ago, French high-wire artist Philippe Petit made international headlines with what was dubbed the "artistic crime of the century" - a daring tightrope walk between the Twin Towers. A quarter mile above the ground, Petit balanced and performed on the wire for 45 minutes without a safety net, captivating the world. His audacious feat not only made him a global sensation but also drew attention to the World Trade Center just one year after its opening. This evening, Petit reflects on his iconic performance, its lasting impact, and the enduring legacy of the World Trade Center.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
6:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
Free

Discussions, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, The Artistic Crime of the Century: Highwire Artist Philippe Petit in Conversation
Festival | Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
This year's Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree will come from Massachusetts, the first tree to hail from the state since 1959! The lighting is a cherished annual event viewed around the world.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
7:00 pm
Free

Festivals, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
Screening | Joseph Brodsky: Epitaph for a Centaur, Six Years Later: Short Film and Discussion
A panel discussion and screening of a short film examining the life of Joseph Brodsky, the celebrated Russian-Jewish American writer and Nobel Laureate. Through analyses of two of Brodsky's evocative poems, "Epitaph for a Centaur" and "Six Years Later," this 25-minute film encapsulates Brodsky's exploration of identity, belonging, and the passage of time. The film examines the paradoxical relationship between the U.S. and Russia during the Cold War, intricately portrayed through the symbolic figure of the centaur--a representation of Brodsky's own multi-faceted existence as Russian, American, and Jewish. By delving into the intricate language of Brodsky's poetry, this short film explores Brodsky's Jewish identity, his legacy, and the political undertones of his writing.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
7:00 pm
Free

Screenings, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, Joseph Brodsky: Epitaph for a Centaur, Six Years Later: Short Film and Discussion
Book Discussion | The Chief Rabbi's Funeral: The Untold Story of America's Largest Antisemitic Riot (online)
On July 30, 1902, tens of thousands of mourners lined the streets of New York's Lower East Side to bid farewell to the city's chief rabbi, the eminent Talmudist Jacob Joseph. All went well until the procession crossed Sheriff Street, where the six-story R. Hoe and Company printing press factory towered over the intersection. Without warning, scraps of steel, iron bolts, and scalding water rained down and injured hundreds of mourners, courtesy of antisemitic factory workers, accompanied by insults and racial slurs. The police compounded the attack when they arrived on the scene: under orders from the inspector in charge, who made no effort to distinguish aggressors from victims, his officers began beating up Jews, injuring dozens. To the Yiddish-language daily Forward, the bloody attack on Jews was not unlike the pogroms many Jews remembered bitterly from the Old Country, although no one was killed. But this was America, and Jews were now present in sufficient numbers, and possessed sufficient political clout, to fight back. Fed up with being persecuted, New York's Jews set a pattern for the future by deftly pursuing justice for the victims. They forced trials and disciplinary hearings, accelerated retirements and transfers within the corrupt police department, and engineered the resignation of the police commissioner. Scott D. Seligman's The Chief Rabbi's Funeral is the first book-length account of this event and its aftermath.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
7:00 pm
Free

Book Discussions, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, The Chief Rabbi's Funeral: The Untold Story of America's Largest Antisemitic Riot (online)
Concert | Songs by an Immigrant Vol. 3: Combining Broadway and Latin Sounds
Mexican-born musical theater artist Jaime Lozano celebrate the release of his new album, an exciting new collaboration with Broadway and Latine artists. Lozano honestly portrays the challenges of the first- and second-generation middle-class U.S. immigrant experience: finding a new home, learning a new language, dealing with discrimination, pursuing the American Dream, and searching for ways to build bridges instead of walls.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
7:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, Songs by an Immigrant Vol. 3: Combining Broadway and Latin Sounds
Classical Music | Klezmer Music Concert
Klezmer is an instrumental musical tradition of the Ashkenazi Jews of Central and Eastern Europe. The tradition includes dance tunes, ritual melodies, and virtuosic improvisations played for listening. Klezmer also incorporates elements of many other musical genres including Ottoman (especially Greek and Romanian) music, Baroque music, German and Slavic folk dances, and religious Jewish music. When the musical tradition was popularized in the United States in the 1910s and 1920s, it lost some of its traditional ritual elements and adopted elements of American big band and popular music. After the destruction of Jewish life in Eastern Europe during the Holocaust, and a general fall in the popularity of klezmer music in the United States, the music began to be popularized again in the late 1970s in the "Klezmer Revival." During the 1980s and onwards, musicians experimented with traditional and experimental forms of the genre, releasing fusion albums combining the genre with jazz, punk, and other styles.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 4
8:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 04, 2024, 12/04/2024, Klezmer Music Concert

Thursday, December 5, 2024

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

Thu, Dec 5
12:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required

Museumss, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions
Classical Music | Chamber Works by Schubert, Schumann and Others (in-person and online)
Artists in the D.M.A. Program perform in chamber ensembles. Works featured on this program are Songs of Kabir for flute and guitar by Judah Adashi, Schubert's String Trio in B-flat, Ives' Violin Sonata No. 4, and Schumann's Piano Trio No. 3.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 5
1:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, Chamber Works by Schubert, Schumann and Others (in-person and online)
Museums | Film and Television Industry: History, Artifacts, Interactive Displays
This museum is dedicated to the art, history, and technology of film, television, and digital media. It houses a diverse collection of industry related objects, including cameras, scripts, costumes, production materials, as well as interactive displays, and themed installations.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 5
2:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
Free

Museumss, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, Film and Television Industry: History, Artifacts, Interactive Displays
Concert | Holiday Concert with Broadway Actors from The Lion King, Aladdin
Experience a performance by Broadway actors from iconic shows, complete with a Q&A session. This family-friendly event combines the magic of Broadway with festive holiday spirit in the heart of Manhattan. Featuring actors from The Lion King, Aladdin, Wicked.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 5
5:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, Holiday Concert with Broadway Actors from The Lion King, Aladdin
Festival | 28th Annual Central Park Holiday Lighting
Celebrate the season with the 28th Annual Holiday Lighting. Come meet Santa and friends, sing carols on the Plaza, and warm up with hot cocoa while enjoying a variety of seasonal activities. The event concludes with the lighting of a flotilla of trees on the Harlem Meer.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 5
5:30 pm
Free

Festivals, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, 28th Annual Central Park Holiday Lighting
Festival | Holiday Lights Celebration in the Park
Kick off the holiday season with the illumination of the Battery Park City Holiday Tree. The festive evening features lively carols, beverages and treats, and many special guest appearances including PS / IS 276 Advance Chorus, Downtown Beats and Matias De La Flor from Broadway's Camelot, and a visit from you-know-who.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 5
6:00 pm
to 7:30 pm
Free

Festivals, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, Holiday Lights Celebration in the Park
Opening Reception | Cutting-Edge Art by "Undeniable Rockstar of the Modern Art World" – Rolling Stone
"Marko Stout is the Epitome of Glamour in Contemporary Art" - Cosmopolitan Magazine "Stunning, Bold & Unapologetically Avant-Garde" – Vogue Witness the unveiling of Marko Stout’s latest bold, vibrant works that push the boundaries of contemporary art. Anticipate a night of glamour, creativity, and intrigue!    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 5
6:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
Free

Opening Receptions, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, Cutting-Edge Art by "Undeniable Rockstar of the Modern Art World" &ndash; Rolling Stone
Book Discussion | The Fourth Industrial Revolution & 100 Years of AI (1950-2050): The Truth About AI & Why It's Only a Tool
Dr. Alok Aggarwal as he discusses his new book. Artificial Intelligence is ushering in a wave of change that will touch every aspect of our daily lives. Aggarwal, an early innovator in the field, demystifies Artificial Intelligence by explaining its history, capabilities, and limitations.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 5
6:30 pm
to 8:30 pm
Free

Book Discussions, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, The Fourth Industrial Revolution & 100 Years of AI (1950-2050): The Truth About AI & Why It's Only a Tool
Film | Proof of Identity (2021): Jewish in Poland Today
What does it mean to be a Polish Jew today? How do Polish Jews define their own identity at different stages of life? How do they define their identity when they're religious or atheist? Writer, reporter and photographer Mikolaj Grynberg seeks answers to these and many more questions in his directorial debut. Followed by a discussion with Grynberg.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 5
7:00 pm
Free

Films, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, Proof of Identity (2021): Jewish in Poland Today
Classical Music | Multiple Grammy-Winning Conductor, Leonard Slatkin; Orchestral Works by Shostakovich and More
MSM Symphony Orchestra; Leonard Slatkin, Conductor. Program Joseph Schwantner (b. 1943), New Morning for the World ("Daybreak Freedom") Shostakovich (1906-1975), Symphony No. 11 in G Minor, Op. 103 (The Year 1905) About the Conductor Leonard Slatkin's conducting debut was in 1966 when he became artistic director and conductor of the award-winning New York Youth Symphony. In 2000, Slatkin became the chief conductor of the BBC Symphony Orchestra. He has performed with the Philharmonia Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London, and more. In 1984, Slatkin won the Grammy Award for Best Classical Orchestral Recording with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, and in 1996, his recording with the National Symphony Orchestra won the Grammy Award for Best Classical Album. Then, in 2005, he received Grammy Awards for Best Classical Album and Best Choral Performance. And again, in 2007, his recording with the Nashville Symphony won Grammy Awards in the Best Classical Album and Best Orchestral Performance categories.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 5
7:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 05, 2024, 12/05/2024, Multiple Grammy-Winning Conductor, Leonard Slatkin; Orchestral Works by Shostakovich and More

Friday, December 6, 2024

Museums | Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others
Explore the best items this museum has on display with this guided tour. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, antiquities, and more by world-famous artists.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 6
2:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
Free

Museumss, December 06, 2024, 12/06/2024, Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others
Festival | Bloomingdale Bright Lights
Music, giveaways, and a tree lighting ceremony.
    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 6
4:30 pm
to 6:00 pm
Free

Festivals, December 06, 2024, 12/06/2024, Bloomingdale Bright Lights
Jazz | Works by Louis Armstrong and More
Columbia University Jazz Ensembles; and Peter Evans, trumpet, perform works by Louis Armstrong and more.
    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 6
7:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 06, 2024, 12/06/2024, Works by Louis Armstrong and More
Opera | La Carmencita: A Fresh Take on Bizet's Classic Opera
Get swept up in the world of Carmen like never before with La Carmencita from the innovative new opera company, The Opera Next Door. In a reduced, tango adaptation set in a Buenos Aires cafe, passion, jealousy, fate, and hope unfold as Carmen takes control over her destiny. La Carmencita features a tango adaptation of the score by Giraudo, who plays alongside his acclaimed quartet as the opera's intimate orchestra. The opera will be performed in a new Spanish translation with English subtitles. Come early: there will be a bid line there to enter the premises.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 6
7:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 06, 2024, 12/06/2024, La Carmencita: A Fresh Take on Bizet's Classic Opera
Classical Music | Opera Theatre: Rituals, Resistance, & Resilience: Part II
MSM Opers; with A. Scott Perry, Director, perform Rituals, Resistance, & Resilience: Part II.
    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 6
7:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 06, 2024, 12/06/2024, Opera Theatre: Rituals, Resistance, & Resilience: Part II

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Festival | Holiday Family Activities: Photo with Santa, Gingerbread City Display, Artcrafts
Celebrate the holiday season: take a picture with Santa Claus, explore a magical gingerbread exhibition by top NYC bakers, decorate cookies and enjoy activities in a discovery lab.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 7
1:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
Free

Festivals, December 07, 2024, 12/07/2024, Holiday Family Activities: Photo with Santa, Gingerbread City Display, Artcrafts
Park Walk | Winter Tree Tour
Get to know the trees of the Island. This is a tour of the Island's 3,000+ trees. Learn about how they care for the canopy year-round, discover the most common trees on the Island, and gain some common tree ID tips. Please dress with the weather in mind.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 7
1:00 pm
to 2:30 pm
Free

Park Walks, December 07, 2024, 12/07/2024, Winter Tree Tour
Film | Die Hard (1988) with Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman
John McClane, a New York city policeman, visits is estranged wife and two daughters on Christmas Eve, and they attend a holiday party at the headquarters of the Japanese-owned business she works for. But a group of terrorists interrupt the festivities when they take over the high-rise, holding everyone in the building hostage. McClane soon realizes that it's up to him to save everyone. Director: John McTiernan Cast: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, Alexander Godunov, Bonnie Bedelia Bruce Willis is an American former actor who achieved fame with a leading role on the comedy-drama series Moonlighting (1985-1989) and appeared in over a hundred films, gaining recognition as an action hero after his portrayal of John McClane in the Die Hard franchise (1988-2013) and other roles. Alan Rickman was an English actor and director who made his film debut as the German criminal mastermind Hans Gruber in Die Hard (1988). He won the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his role as the Sheriff of Nottingham in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991). He went on to play Severus Snape in all eight films of the Harry Potter series. In 2009, The Guardian named him one of the best actors never to have received an Academy Award nomination.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 7
2:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
Free

Films, December 07, 2024, 12/07/2024, Die Hard (1988) with Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman
Screening | Silent Clowns Film Showcase: The Strong Man (1926)
After years in vaudeville, Harry Langdon made his movie debut in 1924, and his career blazed brightly until 1928. Forgotten for many years, today's he's considered one of the era's greatest and most original film clowns. The Strong Man (1926) was the second for his own production company, and is his best-known and most successful starring comedy. It's also the first feature for director Frank Capra, and is the best example of their close collaboration, featuring some of Langdon's most memorable and celebrated comedy set pieces. Although his top stardom ended in 1928, Harry continued to entertain audiences until 1945. The Silent Clowns Film Series is New York's longest-running regularly scheduled silent film showcase. The programming reaches the serious film buff by including rarely-screened titles and rare prints, yet it also introduces kids and new audiences to the classics of the silent screen. Screenings feature live piano accompaniment by MoMA's Ben Model, with an introduction and Q&A by film historians Model and Steve Massa. Registration required.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 7
2:30 pm
to 4:30 pm
Free

Screenings, December 07, 2024, 12/07/2024, Silent Clowns Film Showcase: The Strong Man (1926)
Concert | Puerto Rican Holiday Caroling Outdoors
Celebrate the holidays in the vibrant Puerto Rican tradition of parrandas -- lively caroling full of spirit and joy!    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 7
3:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 07, 2024, 12/07/2024, Puerto Rican Holiday Caroling Outdoors
Lecture | Frida Kahlo Reconsidered
Although Frida Kahlo's story is wildly known, the influences that shaped her life and creative journey are less known. Historian Dr. Salomon Grimberg, author of books on Frida Kahlo's life and work, explores her developmental history and reveals how the iconographic elements in her self-portraits and still lifes are influenced by her connection to pre-Hispanic and Catholic traditions.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 7
3:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
Free

Lectures, December 07, 2024, 12/07/2024, Frida Kahlo Reconsidered
Jazz | Winter Jazz Fest
Don Sickler and Vince Cherico, director.
    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 7
4:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 07, 2024, 12/07/2024, Winter Jazz Fest
Museums | Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary
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.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 7
4:00 pm
to 5:30 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...

Museumss, December 07, 2024, 12/07/2024, Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary

Sunday, December 8, 2024

Other | Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides
This holiday season continues the annual tradition of Holiday Nostalgia Rides on the New York Transit Museum's 1930s R1/9 train cars! Operating between Second Avenue and Houston Street on the uptown F line and 96th Street and Second Avenue on the Q line, the Holiday Nostalgia Train will transport straphangers back in time. Don't miss your chance to travel through time. See link for full details and times.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
10:00 am
to 5:00 pm
Cost of a...

Others, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides
Fair | Holiday Market: Unique Gifts, Food Vendors and More
The market has over 180 vendors offering one-of-a-kind gifts created by local craftsmen as well as a selection of food from diverse cuisines and delicious desserts. Dates: 11/14 - 12/23 Mon - Fri: 11am - 8pm Sat - Sun: 10am - 8pm Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christman Eve. Closes at 4pm on Christmas Eve.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
10:00 am
to 8:00 pm
Free

Fairs, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Holiday Market: Unique Gifts, Food Vendors and More
Jazz | Winter Jazz Fest
Vocal Jazz Ensemble; Christine Correa, director.
    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
1:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Winter Jazz Fest
Performance | The Books of Jacob: A Unique Digital Theater Experience Happening in 7 Locations Around the World
In this quantum, Kabbalistic, VR spectacle -- written by Olga Tokarczuk and directed by Krzysztof Garbaczewski -- the story of Jacob Frank comes to life simultaneously in seven locations around the world in a synchronized performance happening in New York, Serbia, Poland, Ukraine, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Greece. Actors performing on physical stages in each country and on a digital stage in virtual reality, capture a world on the brink of change as they animate the story of a young Jew in the 18th-century who experiences ecstatic visions travels across the Habsburg and Ottoman empires, meeting heretical condemnation one moment and messianic recognition the next. The Books of Jacob is a live performance that audiences can experience in-person in each country or online in VRChat. Audiences in New York will have the opportunity to put on a VR headset and experience the production digitally, as well as from their seat where the virtual environment will be projected and layered into the scenography. The digital performance network activated as part of this project transforms how theater is experienced and expands the theater's global reach. Real-time translation services and subtitles in the virtual environment facilitates this multilingual production. Garbaczewski's project draws from Nobel prize-winning Polish author Olga Tokarczuk's epic historical novel The Books of Jacob. Garbaczewski was first drawn to the book while incorporating metaphysical texts into his theatre practice, especially those of Jewish messianic thinker Sabbatai Zevi and Jacob Frank - the 18th Century man who claimed to be Sabbatai Zevi reincarnated. Tokarczuk's novel takes on the perspectives of Jacob's followers and others who witnessed his establishment of a transformative religious movement against the kaleidoscopic backdrop of Poland, Ukraine, Turkey, and Greece. Despite its power in 18th Century Europe, Jacob's movement has largely been forgotten by European history. Struck by Jacob's ideas and their relevance to today, Garbaczewski is motivated to explore the work as a multiplayer virtual reality experience.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
1:00 pm
Free

Performances, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, The Books of Jacob: A Unique Digital Theater Experience Happening in 7 Locations Around the World
Film | La Dolce Vita (1960) Directed by Federico Fellini
Marcello Rubini, a restless reporter, drifts through Rome, contending with his girlfriend Emma's overdose. At the same time, he embraces a carefree approach to life as he pursues heiress Maddalena and movie star Sylvia. But he does have moments of queit reflection despite his hedonism. Director: Federico Fellini Cast: Marcello Mastroianni, Anita Ekberg, Anouk Aimee, Yvonne Furneaux, Alain Cuny, Annibale Ninchi, Magali Noel, Lex Barker, Jacques Sernas, Nadia Gray Federico Fellini was an Italian film director and screenwriter known for his distinctive style, which blends fantasy and baroque images with earthiness. He is recognized as one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers of all time. Fellini was nominated for 17 Academy Awards over the course of his career, winning a total of four in the category of Best Foreign Language Film (the most for any director in the history of the award).    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
1:30 pm
to 4:30 pm
Free

Films, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, La Dolce Vita (1960) Directed by Federico Fellini
Classical Music | Orchestral Works by Debussy, J.S. Bach, Mahler, and More
The Festival Chamber Orchestra; Ahmed Alom, conductor; Rosario Armas, mezzo-soprano. Program Debussy (1862-1918), Prelude a l'apres-midi d'un faune Clara Schumann (1819-1896), Lieder op. 12 Mahler (1860-1911), Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen ("Songs of a Wayfarer") Julian De La Chica (b. 1982), Canciones de la Muerte op. 20 J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Brandenburg Concerto no. 5 in D major    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
4:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Orchestral Works by Debussy, J.S. Bach, Mahler, and More
Festival | Holiday Tree Lighting
Enjoy a warm holiday tradition: Christmas carols by members of the highly acclaimed chorus, candlelight, candy canes and hot chocolate! Held snow or rain.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
5:00 pm
Free

Festivals, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Holiday Tree Lighting
Concert | Ger Suite: Film and Concert Celebrate the Rich History of Polish Jews
The premieres of two new works commissioned by the POLIN museum -- a documentary film and a concert reviving the art of Jewish mandolin orchestras. These events celebrate the rich history of Polish Jews and the renewal of this heritage for the next generation. This concert is the American premiere of Ger Suite, a moving new work commissioned by POLIN Museum, composed by Polish virtuoso Marcin Masecki, and performed by the composer and the orchestra in New York for the museum's 10th anniversary. The event is part of the New York City Jewish Book Festival at the Museum of Jewish Heritage. Conceived by Israeli-American Avner Yonai and directed by renowned multi-instrumentalist Mike Marshall, the Ger Mandolin Orchestra resurrects a little-known musical form that was once-widely popular across eastern Europe and in North American immigrant communities. The group brings to life a unique repertoire of Jewish, East European folk and light classical music, using the complete range of mandolin family instruments (mandolin, mandola, octave mandolin, mandocello, mandobass). Their rare and moving concert appearances over the last dozen years have been met with overwhelming audience and critical acclaim. Now, in its first foray into "new" music, the Orchestra will premiere repertoire from one of Poland's most prolific and idiosyncratic artists. Pianist/composer Marcin Masecki is known for his virtuosic fusion of styles spanning jazz, classical, and folk, blurring the line between high art and popular entertainment. "Gersuita" is a 6-part cycle of compositions created by Masecki specifically for the Ger Mandolin Orchestra. In its full version, the piece was first presented in Toronto in March 2024, during an extraordinary concert at the Glenn Gould Studio. This new chapter in the history of what seemed to be a forgotten art form, the mandolin orchestra, was rewarded with a nearly 10-minute standing ovation from the audience.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
6:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Ger Suite: Film and Concert Celebrate the Rich History of Polish Jews
Classical Music | Orchestral Works by Tchaikovsky, Richard Strauss, and More
Columbia University Orchestra. Program Jean Sibelius (1865-1957), Valse Triste, Op. 44 Richard Strauss (1864-1949), Don Juan, Op. 20 Tchaikovsky (1840-1893), Symphony #4 in F minor, Op. 36    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
7:30 pm
to 9:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Orchestral Works by Tchaikovsky, Richard Strauss, and More
Classical Music | Piano Works by Beethoven, Chopin, Brahms, and More
Works by by Beethoven (1770-1827), Chopin (1810-1849), Brahms (1833-1897), Liszt (1811-1886), Faure (1845-1924), and Debussy (1862-1918).    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 8
7:30 pm
to 9:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Piano Works by Beethoven, Chopin, Brahms, and More

Monday, December 9, 2024

Fair | Artisan Holiday Market and a Miniature Train Show Display at a Historical Site
An artisan market featuring one-of-a-kind handcrafted jewelry, charming pottery, stunning artwork, and much more. You can also enjoy a seasonal display of a miniature train show that will delight both children and adults. Dates of the market: Nov 11th - Dec 24th Monday to Saturday: 10am - 7pm Sunday: 11am - 6pm Open Christmas Eve: 10am - 6pm Train show dates: Nov 14 - Feb, 2025 Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 7:30pm Saturday - Sunday, 10:00am - 6:00pm CLOSED major holidays.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Dec 9
10:00 am
to 7:00 pm
Free

Fairs, December 09, 2024, 12/09/2024, Artisan Holiday Market and a Miniature Train Show Display at a Historical Site
Museums | Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary
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.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Dec 9
4:00 pm
to 5:30 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...

Museumss, December 09, 2024, 12/09/2024, Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary
Classical Music | Chamber works by Dvorak, Janacek, and More
Musicians will perform operatic arias and scenes, folk songs, and chamber works by Bedrich Smetana (1824-1884), Dvorak (1841-1904), and Janacek (1854-1928), including chamber works from masterpieces such as The Bartered Bride and Rusalka, as well as hidden gems of equal beauty. Curated and directed by William Gustafson.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Dec 9
7:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 09, 2024, 12/09/2024, Chamber works by Dvorak, Janacek, and More

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Concert | Holiday Harmonies with Grammy-Nominated Harpist
Enjoy the enchanting sounds of talented musicians as they perform a delightful array of seasonal favorites, all while basking in a tropical atmosphere of palm trees. Featuring a leading voice of the harp, Brandee Younger, who recently made history at the 2022 Grammy Awards as the first Black female solo artist nominated in the Best Instrumental Composition category for her song "Beautiful Is Black." Over her career, Younger has performed and recorded across countless genres with artists including John Legend, The Roots, Lauryn Hill, Common, Pharoah Sanders, Ravi Coltrane, Ron Carter, and Charlie Haden.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 10
12:00 pm
to 1:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 10, 2024, 12/10/2024, Holiday Harmonies with Grammy-Nominated Harpist
Classical Music | Works by Mozart, Janacek, and Beethoven for Violin and Piano
Stephanie Zyzak, violin; Sahun Sam Hong, piano. Program Mozart (1756-1791), Sonata for Violin and Piano in E minor, K. 304 Janacek (1854-1928), Sonata for Violin and Piano Beethoven (1770-1827), Sonata for Violin and Piano in G Major, Op. 96    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 10
12:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 10, 2024, 12/10/2024, Works by Mozart, Janacek, and Beethoven for Violin and Piano
Book Discussion | What Jewish Looks Like: 36 Stories (online)
Compiled by educator and author Liz Kleinrock and author Caroline Kusin Pritchard, this powerful intersectional anthology celebrates thirty-six Jewish heroes--from Tracee Ellis Ross and Victor "Young" Perez to Dona Gracia Nasi. A first-ever collection that disrupts the narrative of how a Jewish person is perceived, What Jewish Looks Like includes accessible primers on important Jewish history, a map, quotes, and much more!    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 10
3:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
Free

Book Discussions, December 10, 2024, 12/10/2024, What Jewish Looks Like: 36 Stories (online)
Book Club | Marcel Proust Festival: Literary Conversations
Participants will be reading aloud various letters to and from Marcel Proust, using Marcel Proust: Selected Letters, translated by Philip Kolb and Terence Kilmartin. This session will be reading Proust's dedication-letter of April 20, 1918 to Jacques Lacretelle (keys to the 'little phrase').    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 10
6:00 pm
to 7:30 pm
Free

Book Clubs, December 10, 2024, 12/10/2024, Marcel Proust Festival: Literary Conversations
Classical Music | Piano Work by Messiaen
Sebastian Bottone, piano, performs Messiaen's (1908-1992) Twenty Visions on the Newborn Jesus.
    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 10
6:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 10, 2024, 12/10/2024, Piano Work by Messiaen
Dance Performance | Open Dress Rehearsal for Dance Works
Featuring Jade Manns + Glenn Potter-Takata
    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 10
7:30 pm
Free

Dance Performances, December 10, 2024, 12/10/2024, Open Dress Rehearsal for Dance Works

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Jazz | The American Songbook Standards
Jazz guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guests play standards from the American Songbook. Bill Wurtzel has played worldwide with many jazz legends, including the Count Basie Countsmen, Wild Bill Davis, Bill Doggett, Jimmy McGriff, the Harlem Blues & Jazz Band, singers Gloria Lynne and Terri Thornton, as well as Paul Simon. Bill is a director of the Jazz Foundation of America.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 11
1:00 pm
to 2:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 11, 2024, 12/11/2024, The American Songbook Standards
Museums | Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, influence, and importance of design in everyday life. Housed in a historic mansion, the museum features a diverse collection of design objects, including decorative arts, architecture, graphic design, textiles, and industrial design. Free admission is daily 5 pm - 6 pm.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 11
5:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish...

Museumss, December 11, 2024, 12/11/2024, Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries
Talk | Becoming Fifth Avenue: 200 Years of Architectural History
An illuminating journey through 200 years of architectural history. On November 1, 1824, Fifth Avenue was born. At the time, the first portion of the avenue, extending from Washington Square North (then "Art Street") to 13th Street, was nothing more than a country road, surrounded by farmland. But a mere quarter century later, Fifth Avenue was already transforming into one of New York City's grandest thoroughfares, lined by opulent mansions for some of the city's wealthiest inhabitants. While most of those original homes have since been demolished in favor of towering 20th-century hotels and apartment buildings, a select few remain in place to this day. Village Preservation's Dena Tasse-Winter and Chloe Gregoire will explore how they uncovered the history of every single building to ever be constructed along lower Fifth Avenue. They'll reveal just how many of the avenue's current buildings have been in place since the beginning, and which others are only the second generation of structures to be constructed there (almost all of them!).    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 11
6:00 pm
to 7:15 pm
Free

Talks, December 11, 2024, 12/11/2024, Becoming Fifth Avenue: 200 Years of Architectural History
Concert | An Alpine Christmas Concert
A Christmas concert with the Austrian trio Diatonische Expeditionen. On a diatonic expedition, tradition meets innovation. The Austrian trio Diatonische Expeditionen takes listeners on a musical journey through alpine folk music, jazz, pop, classical, and their own compositions. They blend the unique sound of the Styrian button accordion with smooth alto vocals and the full, sparkling ring of a harp. Theresa Lehner, Katharina Baschinger and Alexander Maurer are excited to share a facet of the Austrian musical soul, rich in tradition and diversity, with audiences in the United States. Diatonische Expeditionen, founded in 2017, has performed in various venues, including the jazz club "Porgy & Bess" in Vienna and "Schleswig Holstein Musik Festival" in Germany. Their music has been broadcast by Austrian Radio ORF and featured on national television in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. The trio's music is also fueled by substantial musicianship; all of the musicians have undergone rigorous training at conservatoire level. Notably, Alexander Maurer is the first performer on the Styrian button accordion worldwide to have secured a tenured professorial rank at prestigious Anton Bruckner University in Linz.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 11
6:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 11, 2024, 12/11/2024, An Alpine Christmas Concert
Concert | A Celebration of Pop Idol Freddie Mercury
Venezuelan-born and Brooklyn-based artist Migguel Anggelo facilitates a community celebration of pop idol Freddie Mercury. Backed by an all-star lineup of live musicians, this concert celebrates the lead singer of the rock band Queen and examines the universal subjects of admiration, legacy, and identity. Icons explores artists that--by challenging the status quo--change how we see ourselves and the world. Directed by and developed with Adrian Alea, and led by Musical Director Jaime Lozano, Icons: Freddie Mercury will feature special surprise guests to be announced.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Dec 11
7:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 11, 2024, 12/11/2024, A Celebration of Pop Idol Freddie Mercury

Thursday, December 12, 2024

Discussion | A Convesration with Shaina Taub, Tony Award-Winning Creator of Broadway's Suffs (online)
Julie Salamon sits down with Tony and Obie Award-winning songwriter/performer Shaina Taub, Artist-in-Residence at the Public Theater, where Suffs first premiered before moving to Broadway. She created and performed in musical adaptations of Twelfth Night and As You Like It at Shakespeare in the Park with the Public Works community that have since been produced by London’s National Theatre, the Young Vic, and hundreds more theaters and schools worldwide.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
12:30 pm
to 1:15 pm
Free

Discussions, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, A Convesration with Shaina Taub, Tony Award-Winning Creator of Broadway's Suffs (online)
Discussion | Antisemitism and Democracy (online)
Amy Spitalnick discusses interconnection of antisemitism and democracy and the urgency of building alliances to protect Jewish communities. Since October 7th, the surge in antisemitism has raised important questions about how to effectively protect Jewish safety in a way that resonates with non-Jewish communities and strengthens democracy.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
1:00 pm
Free

Discussions, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, Antisemitism and Democracy (online)
Classical Music | French Baroque and Classical Noels for Violin, Bagpipe, Flute, and More (In Person AND Online!)
Ben Matus, musette (type of bagpipe) & bassoon; Kevin Devine, hurdy-gurdy (type of string instrument) & harpsichord; Kelsey Burnham, traverso (baroque flute); Jimmy Drancsak & Ryan Cheng, violins; Dan McCarthy, viola; and Sarah Stone, violoncello, perform 18th century French noels.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
1:15 pm
to 2:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, French Baroque and Classical Noels for Violin, Bagpipe, Flute, and More (In Person AND Online!)
Museums | Film and Television Industry: History, Artifacts, Interactive Displays
This museum is dedicated to the art, history, and technology of film, television, and digital media. It houses a diverse collection of industry related objects, including cameras, scripts, costumes, production materials, as well as interactive displays, and themed installations.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
2:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
Free

Museumss, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, Film and Television Industry: History, Artifacts, Interactive Displays
Concert | Holiday Concert with Broadway Actors from SIX, Book of Mormon
Experience a performance by Broadway actors from iconic shows, complete with a Q&A session. This family-friendly event combines the magic of Broadway with festive holiday spirit in the heart of Manhattan. Featuring actors from SIX, Book of Mormon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
5:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, Holiday Concert with Broadway Actors from SIX, Book of Mormon
Gallery Talk | Striking Photography: Artist Talk, Book Signing and More
David Yarrow is a British photographer and conservationist known for his striking wildlife photography. He often captures dramatic images of animals in their natural habitats, using a unique approach that combines storytelling with visual art, which is characterized by a cinematic quality.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
5:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
Free

Gallery Talks, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, Striking Photography: Artist Talk, Book Signing and More
Classical Music | Works by Robert Schumann and More for Soprano and String Quartet
The Glass Clouds Ensemble presents an evening of chamber music for soprano & string quartet on themes of nature and environment. The program includes music by Kaija Saariaho (1952-2023), Robert Schumann (1810-1856), and Pulitzer prizewinner Caroline Shaw (b. 1982), as well as new music commissioned in partnership with Earth Matter NY, a local environmental organization.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
6:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, Works by Robert Schumann and More for Soprano and String Quartet
Screening | Kidnapped: The Hostage Poster Wars: Screening and Discussion
On October 7, Dede Bandaid and Nitzan Mintz, Israeli artists in New York City for a residency program, never imagined they would spark a guerrilla public art war. Overwhelmed by the news from home about the mounting number of dead and kidnapped, they just wanted to channel their anguish into throwing a spotlight on the plight of the hostages. With the help of two graphic designers back home, they created "KIDNAPPED" posters with the images, names and ages of the hostages and began plastering them across the city, even asking random people to put them up in their neighborhoods. Suddenly, the posters were everywhere: on lamp posts, subway entrances, abandoned buildings. Just as suddenly, they were torn down, shredded or defaced, the word "KIDNAPPED" on one poster bearing the image of an 8-year-old girl replaced by the word "OCCUPIER." The posters are anti-Islamic propaganda, the defilers insisted. Pro-war agitprop. The new documentary film Torn delves into this proxy for a war thousands of miles away--the intense clashes between pro-Israel and pro-Palestine activists who turned New York City's streets into battlegrounds of ideology and emotion. This is a screening of the film and then a conversation with: -- Nitzan Mintz and Dede Bandaid, Street artists and KIDNAPPED Campaign designers -- Nina Mogilnik, Writer, Torn -- Nim Shapira, Writer, Director, Producer, Torn -- Alana Zeitchik, Hostage family member, Executive Director, The Narrow Bridge Project -- Moderated by Yuna Leibzon, US correspondent for Channel 12 News Israel.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
6:30 pm
Free

Screenings, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, Kidnapped: The Hostage Poster Wars: Screening and Discussion
Dance Performance | Awaken: A Holiday Dance Performance
A preview of the in-deblopment work Awaken. Awaken will weave original material with resonant choreography from Selwyn's 25 years of rich repertory. The piece will explore the struggle between distraction, a quest for certainty, and living in an embodied present. Selwyn's athletic choreography will dramatize the complexities of staying grounded, connected, and present in a modern world of endless distraction, consumerism, and convenience. Shifting sections of the work will zero in on our relationship with ambiguity, control, trust, overthinking, vulnerability, and resilience.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
7:00 pm
to 8:30 pm
Free

Dance Performances, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, Awaken: A Holiday Dance Performance
Classical Music | Works by Dvorak, Shostakovich, Grieg, and Robert Schumann for Violin, Piano, and More
Lucie Robert, violin; Mihaela Martin, violin; Matthias Buchholz, viola; Philippe Muller, cello; Jeffrey Cohen, piano; Michelle Cann, piano. Program Dvorak (1841-1904), Sonatina in G Major for violin and piano, Op. 100 Shostakovich (1906-1975), Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57 Grieg (1843-1907), Violin Sonata No. 2 in G Major, Op. 13 Robert Schumann (1810-1856), Piano Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 44    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 12
7:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 12, 2024, 12/12/2024, Works by Dvorak, Shostakovich, Grieg, and Robert Schumann for Violin, Piano, and More

Friday, December 13, 2024

Classical Music | Works by Mozart and Haydn for Strings and Fortepiano
Fortepiano and Strings Recital. Program Selected movements from: Mozart (1756-1791), Sonata for keyboard in G major, K. 283 Mozart (1756-1791), Sonata for violin and keyboard in Bb major K. 378 Mozart (1756-1791), Sonata for keyboard in G major, K.301 Mozart (1756-1791), Trio for violin, cello and keyboard in E major K. 542 Haydn (1732-1809), Sonata for keyboard in C major, Hob. XVi: 50 Mozart (1756-1791), Sonata for keyboard in D major, K. 284 Mozart (1756-1791), Fantasia for keyboard in C minor, K. 475 Mozart (1756-1791), Sonata for keyboard in Bb major, K.570 Mozart (1756-1791), Sonata for keyboard in A minor, K. 310 Mozart (1756-1791), Sonata for keyboard in C major, K 330    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 13
11:00 am
to 12:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 13, 2024, 12/13/2024, Works by Mozart and Haydn for Strings and Fortepiano
Museums | Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others
Explore the best items this museum has on display with this guided tour. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, antiquities, and more by world-famous artists.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 13
2:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
Free

Museumss, December 13, 2024, 12/13/2024, Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others
Jazz | Music Inspired by John Coltrane and J.S. Bach
Robert Nicolls, bass, performs a combination of original compositions and standards with his quartet. Robert's compositions are inspired by the music of John Coltrane and J.S. Bach as well as the films of David Lynch and Terrence Malick.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 13
6:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 13, 2024, 12/13/2024, Music Inspired by John Coltrane and J.S. Bach
Staged Reading | Jake: A Play-in-Progress
Written by Susan Yassky Each year, graduating writers get the opportunity for a workshop as they complete their time in the group. The internal process concludes with a fixed public reading.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 13
7:00 pm
Free

Staged Readings, December 13, 2024, 12/13/2024, Jake: A Play-in-Progress
Party | A Celebration of James Baldwin's Life and Legacy with Music, Readings, Dancing, Film, and More
Close out the year with a one-night-only celebration of James Baldwin's life and legacy. Explore a special display about Baldwin's early career, and learn more about the exhibit JIMMY! God's Black Revolutionary Mouth, on view at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, featuring materials never before shown in public. Plus, live readings and music, a special collections display, 16mm films, and more. This event includes: One-night-only display of photographs, books, and more curated from the Schomburg Center's Photographs and Prints Division and the Berg Collection of English and American Literature Readings of beloved Baldwin works by artists and writers including Phoebe Robinson, Darryl Pinckney, Tayari Jones, Daphne Brooks, and more Live musical performances by singer Candice Hoyes Selections of Baldwin's favorite music 16mm films spotlighting the writer, his influences, and passions Crafts and coloring Plus: Dance the night away with music, try your hand at games and puzzles, or relax with crafts and coloring. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. For ages 21+ | ID required    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 13
7:00 pm
to 10:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required

Partys, December 13, 2024, 12/13/2024, A Celebration of James Baldwin's Life and Legacy with Music, Readings, Dancing, Film, and More
Concert | Salsa and Spirit: Puerto Rican Pianist's New Band
The distinguished Puerto Rican pianist and arranger Arturo Ortiz has made significant contributions to the world of salsa and Latin jazz. Take the dance floor as he joins his new vibrant salsa band Los Impostores, drawing inspiration from the nostalgic salsa orchestras of the '70s and '80s, while infusing influences from the city's dynamic music scene. This upbeat night of salsa and spirit is just in time for the holiday season!    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Dec 13
7:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 13, 2024, 12/13/2024, Salsa and Spirit: Puerto Rican Pianist's New Band

Saturday, December 14, 2024

Museums | Family Fun at a Historical Site: Holiday Collages
Enjoy interactive activities and engagement stations for visitors of all ages. Make your own festive collage with provided supplies and learn about ships, life at sea and browse through galleries to explore numerous artifacts.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 14
11:00 am
to 4:30 pm
$1, registration required

Museumss, December 14, 2024, 12/14/2024, Family Fun at a Historical Site: Holiday Collages
Museums | Tour of Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. First-come, first-served; this guided tour may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 14
12:00 pm
Free

Museumss, December 14, 2024, 12/14/2024, Tour of Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
Museums | Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others
Explore the best items this museum has on display with this guided tour. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, antiquities, and more by world-famous artists.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 14
2:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
Free

Museumss, December 14, 2024, 12/14/2024, Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others
Museums | Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary
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.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 14
4:00 pm
to 5:30 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...

Museumss, December 14, 2024, 12/14/2024, Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary
Screening | Hip-Hop Movie Night
A series of must-see documentary and narrative movie screenings, featuring one-of-a-kind live conversations with the creators and trendsetters that move the music and the culture forward.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 14
7:30 pm
Free

Screenings, December 14, 2024, 12/14/2024, Hip-Hop Movie Night

Sunday, December 15, 2024

Festival | Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides
This holiday season continues the annual tradition of Holiday Nostalgia Rides on the New York Transit Museum's 1930s R1/9 train cars! Operating between Second Avenue and Houston Street on the uptown F line and 96th Street and Second Avenue on the Q line, the Holiday Nostalgia Train will transport straphangers back in time. Don't miss your chance to travel through time. See link for full details and times.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 15
10:00 am
to 5:00 pm
Cost of a...

Festivals, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides
Fair | Holiday Fair: Art, Jewelry, Home Goods and Savory Bites
Wander through the aisles showcasing art, jewelry, home decor, and delicious bites from local designers and artisans. It's the perfect spot to check off your holiday shopping list while experiencing the magic of winter in New York City. Dates: 12/3 - 12/31 Hours of Operation: Mon - Fri: 11-8 Sat - Sun: 10-8 Closed Christmas Day and New Year's Eve    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 15
10:00 am
to 8:00 pm
Free

Fairs, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Holiday Fair: Art, Jewelry, Home Goods and Savory Bites
Fair | Winter Market: Holiday Shops, Ice Skating and Spectacular View
This is an iconic NYC holiday destination. Featuring over 200 artisanal vendors offering unique gifts, you're sure to find something special for your shopping list. Enjoy a variety of exciting food options as you shop. Ice rink is open daily; reservations required. Market Dates: 10/25 - 1/5 Market Hours of Operation: Sun - Sat: 11am - 8pm    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 15
11:00 am
to 8:00 pm
Free

Fairs, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Winter Market: Holiday Shops, Ice Skating and Spectacular View
Fair | Artisan Holiday Market and a Miniature Train Show Display at a Historical Site
An artisan market featuring one-of-a-kind handcrafted jewelry, charming pottery, stunning artwork, and much more. You can also enjoy a seasonal display of a miniature train show that will delight both children and adults. Dates of the market: Nov 11th - Dec 24th Monday to Saturday: 10am - 7pm Sunday: 11am - 6pm Open Christmas Eve: 10am - 6pm Train show dates: Nov 14 - Feb, 2025 Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 7:30pm Saturday - Sunday, 10:00am - 6:00pm CLOSED major holidays.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 15
11:00 am
to 6:00 pm
Free

Fairs, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Artisan Holiday Market and a Miniature Train Show Display at a Historical Site
Classical Music | Guitar Works by Piazzolla, Albeniz, and More
Matias Inzunza, guitar, performs works by Piazzolla (1921-1992), Violeta Parra (1917-1967), Albeniz (1860-1909), Federico Moreno Torroba (1891-1982), and more.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 15
3:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Guitar Works by Piazzolla, Albeniz, and More
Classical Music | The Orchestra Now Performs Works by Tchaikovsky, Holst, and More
The Orchestra Now; All-City High School Orchestra; Leonardo Pineda, conductor; David West, principal conductor. Program Tchaikovsky (1840-1893), The Nutcracker Suite Johann Strauss II (1825-1899), Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka Alexander Borodin (1833-1887), "Polovtsian Dances" from Prince Igor Holst (1874-1934), "Mars" and "Jupiter" from The Planets    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 15
3:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, The Orchestra Now Performs Works by Tchaikovsky, Holst, and More
Performance | Unsilent Night: Making Some Holiday Noise
Composer Phil Kline will lead a massive chorus of boomboxes from the West Village to the East Village in this annual holiday presentation. He will hand out a limited number of vintage boomboxes from his collection. The public is strongly encouraged to bring their own boomboxes or sound-blasters (cell phone with bluetooth is recommended).    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 15
6:00 pm
Free

Performances, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Unsilent Night: Making Some Holiday Noise

Monday, December 16, 2024

Museums | Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary
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.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Dec 16
4:00 pm
to 5:30 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...

Museumss, December 16, 2024, 12/16/2024, Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary
Classical Music | Grammy Winning Wind Quintet Performs Works by Stravinsky and More
Grammy winning wind quintet Imani Winds. Program Stravinsky (1882-1971), Rite of Spring Jean Francaix (1912-1997), Quintet No. 2 Lalo Shifrin (b. 1932), La Nouvelle Orleans Valerie Coleman, Portraits of Josephine Baker    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Dec 16
7:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 16, 2024, 12/16/2024, Grammy Winning Wind Quintet Performs Works by Stravinsky and More

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Concert | Holiday Harmonies with Shoko Nagai's Menorahs Quartet
Enjoy the enchanting sounds of talented musicians as they perform a delightful array of seasonal favorites, all while basking in a tropical atmosphere of palm trees. Shoko Nagai, a Japanese-born composer, is a versatile and accomplished musician. She collaborates with world-renowned artists and creates original scores for films and live performances. She has showcased her mastery of the keyboard by adapting it to various instruments, such as prepared piano, accordion, electronics, and more. Whether performing Klezmer, Balkan, or experimental music, Nagai captivates audiences with her charismatic presence on stage, mesmerizing them with her intense focus and virtuosic sound. The performance will be accompanied by a therapeutic art-making activity led by art therapist Tova Speter. Inspired by the Edith Wharton quote "there are two ways of spreading light, to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it," the artist invites you to design a mini LED candle holder and coaster to brighten your spirit as you consider how you spread your light to others. Click here to learn more.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 17
12:00 pm
to 1:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 17, 2024, 12/17/2024, Holiday Harmonies with Shoko Nagai's Menorahs Quartet
Concert | Hanukkah Celebration with a Live Klezmer Band
Embrace the spirit of the season with art, music, warmth and community. Featuring: Michael Winograd's Heimishe Klezmer Band with special guest Sarah Mina Gordon Michael Winograd is one of the most celebrated klezmer musicians today and is currently making his Broadway debut in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club. He travels the world performing with his band The Honorable Mentshn, has released over a dozen of his own recordings, and is featured on countless more, including Vulfpeck's The Beautiful Game and Live at Madison Square Garden. When not on stage, he produces records, composes for film, teaches lessons, and plays weddings. He lives in Brooklyn.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 17
5:30 pm
to 6:30 pm
Free

Concerts, December 17, 2024, 12/17/2024, Hanukkah Celebration with a Live Klezmer Band
Classical Music | Works by Mendelssohn and Beethoven for Violin, Viola, and Cello
Hye Song Park, violin; Bangjun Xia, violin; Jinglin Zhou, viola; Yeeun Kong, cello; Nayoung Choi, violin; Sungmin Choi, violin; Ilgyeong Shin, viola; Ben Deighton, cello. Program Mendelssohn (1809-1847), String Quartet No. 2 in A minor, Op. 13 Beethoven (1770-1827), String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18 No. 3    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 17
7:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 17, 2024, 12/17/2024, Works by Mendelssohn and Beethoven for Violin, Viola, and Cello

Thursday, December 19, 2024

Museums | Tour of Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. First-come, first-served; this guided tour may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 19
11:00 am
Free

Museumss, December 19, 2024, 12/19/2024, Tour of Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
Concert | Holiday Concert with Broadway Actors from Chicago, Death Becomes Her
Experience a performance by Broadway actors from iconic shows, complete with a Q&A session. This family-friendly event combines the magic of Broadway with festive holiday spirit in the heart of Manhattan. Featuring actors from Chicago, Death Becomes Her, The Outsiders.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 19
5:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
Free

Concerts, December 19, 2024, 12/19/2024, Holiday Concert with Broadway Actors from Chicago, Death Becomes Her

Saturday, December 21, 2024

Dance Performance | Dance Works-in-Progress
Informal showings of new works in varying stages of development. Showings are followed by a reception, conversation, and Q&A between the artists. With: Symara Sarai + Anh Vo    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Dec 21
3:00 pm
Free

Dance Performances, December 21, 2024, 12/21/2024, Dance Works-in-Progress

Sunday, December 22, 2024

Other | Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides
This holiday season continues the annual tradition of Holiday Nostalgia Rides on the New York Transit Museum's 1930s R1/9 train cars! Operating between Second Avenue and Houston Street on the uptown F line and 96th Street and Second Avenue on the Q line, the Holiday Nostalgia Train will transport straphangers back in time. Don't miss your chance to travel through time. See link for full details and times.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 22
10:00 am
to 5:00 pm
Cost of a...

Others, December 22, 2024, 12/22/2024, Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides
Fair | Holiday Fair: Art, Jewelry, Home Goods and Savory Bites
Wander through the aisles showcasing art, jewelry, home decor, and delicious bites from local designers and artisans. It's the perfect spot to check off your holiday shopping list while experiencing the magic of winter in New York City. Dates: 12/3 - 12/31 Hours of Operation: Mon - Fri: 11-8 Sat - Sun: 10-8 Closed Christmas Day and New Year's Eve    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 22
10:00 am
to 8:00 pm
Free

Fairs, December 22, 2024, 12/22/2024, Holiday Fair: Art, Jewelry, Home Goods and Savory Bites
Hike | Winter Tree ID Hike: The Pinetum
A walk through the Arthur Ross Pinetum and learn about some evergreen trees! This tree walk will celebrate the cultural significance of conifers from Saturnalia to Christmas Trees as well as learning to distinguish and identify a plethora of species from around the world featured here in the Pinetum.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 22
1:00 pm
to 2:30 pm
Free

Hikes, December 22, 2024, 12/22/2024, Winter Tree ID Hike: The Pinetum

Monday, December 23, 2024

Fair | Artisan Holiday Market and a Miniature Train Show Display at a Historical Site
An artisan market featuring one-of-a-kind handcrafted jewelry, charming pottery, stunning artwork, and much more. You can also enjoy a seasonal display of a miniature train show that will delight both children and adults. Dates of the market: Nov 11th - Dec 24th Monday to Saturday: 10am - 7pm Sunday: 11am - 6pm Open Christmas Eve: 10am - 6pm Train show dates: Nov 14 - Feb, 2025 Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 7:30pm Saturday - Sunday, 10:00am - 6:00pm CLOSED major holidays.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Dec 23
10:00 am
to 7:00 pm
Free

Fairs, December 23, 2024, 12/23/2024, Artisan Holiday Market and a Miniature Train Show Display at a Historical Site

Thursday, December 26, 2024

Film | Murder on the Orient Express (1974) with Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, and Ingrid Bergman
Detective Hercule Poirot has just solved a case, and he settles into what he thinks will be a relaxing trip home on the Orient Express. But suddenly, an unpopular billionaire is murdered aboard the train, and Poirot takes on the case. Everyone is a suspect. When an avalanch blocks the tracks, Poirot uses it to his advantage, and he soon realizes that many of the passengers have revenge as a motive. Director: Sidney Lumet Cast: Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, Ingrid Bergman, Sean Connery, Martin Balsam Albert Finney was an English actor who won a Golden Globe, Emmy, and more. Finney was nominated for an Academy Award five times, as Best Actor four times, for Tom Jones (1963), Murder on the Orient Express (1974), The Dresser (1983), and Under the Volcano (1984), and as Best Supporting Actor for Erin Brockovich (2000). He received several awards for his performance as Winston Churchill in the 2002 BBC-HBO television biographical movie The Gathering Storm. Lauren Bacall was an American actress named the 20th-greatest female star of classic Hollywood cinema by the American Film Institute. She received an Academy Honorary Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2009 in recognition of her contribution to the Golden Age of motion pictures. Ingrid Bergman was a Swedish actress who starred in a variety of European and American films, television movies, and plays. With a career spanning five decades, she is often regarded as one of the most influential screen figures in cinematic history. In 1999, the American Film Institute recognised Bergman as the fourth greatest female screen legend of Classic Hollywood Cinema. She won numerous accolades, including three Academy Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and four Golden Globe Awards. Sean Connery was a Scottish actor who was the first to portray fictional British secret agent James Bond on film, starring in seven Bond films between 1962 and 1983. Over the span of his career, Connery received numerous accolades. For his role in The Untouchables (1987) he received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor - Motion Picture.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Dec 26
2:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
Free

Films, December 26, 2024, 12/26/2024, Murder on the Orient Express (1974) with Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, and Ingrid Bergman

Sunday, December 29, 2024

Other | Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides
This holiday season continues the annual tradition of Holiday Nostalgia Rides on the New York Transit Museum's 1930s R1/9 train cars! Operating between Second Avenue and Houston Street on the uptown F line and 96th Street and Second Avenue on the Q line, the Holiday Nostalgia Train will transport straphangers back in time. Don't miss your chance to travel through time. See link for full details and times.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 29
10:00 am
to 5:00 pm
Cost of a...

Others, December 29, 2024, 12/29/2024, Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides
Festival | Chanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration
Latkes. Hot cocoa. Live music, arts and crafts and a six-foot-tall chocolate Menorah. All are welcome at this family-friendly holiday celebration, which will include face painting, popcorn, chocolate and other traditional treats, and a musical performance by the FiDi Hebrew School. The pinnacle of the afternoon will be the traditional Menorah lighting ceremony, featuring this year's grand Menorah made from chocolate.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Dec 29
3:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
Free

Festivals, December 29, 2024, 12/29/2024, Chanukah Menorah Lighting Celebration

Monday, December 30, 2024

Museums | Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary
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.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Dec 30
4:00 pm
to 5:30 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...

Museumss, December 30, 2024, 12/30/2024, Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Museums | Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, influence, and importance of design in everyday life. Housed in a historic mansion, the museum features a diverse collection of design objects, including decorative arts, architecture, graphic design, textiles, and industrial design. Free admission is daily 5 pm - 6 pm.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Dec 31
5:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish...

Museumss, December 31, 2024, 12/31/2024, Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Film | Grease (1978) with John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John
A group of high school kids in the 1950s exerience friendship, romance, and adventure. Over the summer, good girl Sandy Olsson and greaser Danny Zuko fall in love. When they unexpectedly discover they are now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance? Directed by Randal Kleiser Cast: John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Stockard Channing, Jeff Conaway, Eve Arden, Frankie Avalon, Joan Blondell, Edd Byrnes, Sid Caesar, Alice Ghostley, Dody Goodman, Sha Na Na John Travolta is an American actor whose accolades include a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award, in addition to nominations for two Academy Awards and a BAFTA Award. Olivia Newton-John was a British and Australian singer and actress who won four Grammy Awards. She starred in the musical film Grease, which was the highest-grossing musical film at the time and whose soundtrack remains one of the world's best-selling albums.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Jan 10
2:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
Free

Films, January 08, 2025, 01/08/2025, Grease (1978) with John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John

Monday, January 13, 2025

Dance Performance | Open Dance Rehearsal
Company dancers provide a peek into the creative process and view the development of Selwyn's newest work, Awaken.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Jan 15
6:00 pm
to 8:30 pm
Free

Dance Performances, January 13, 2025, 01/13/2025, Open Dance Rehearsal

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Film | Chicago (2002) with Renee Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, Queen Latifah, and Lucy Liu
Velma, a nightclub sensation, murders her cheating husband. Billy Flynn, Chicago's slickest lawyer, is set to defend her, but he also takes on the case of Roxie, which becomes a media circus of headlines. This leads the two women into a fight for public fame and celebrity. Director: Rob Marshall Cast: Renee Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, Queen Latifah, John C. Reilly, Lucy Liu, Colm Feore Renee Zellweger is an American actress and the recipient of various accolades, including two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards. Catherine Zeta-Jones is a Welsh actress recognized for her versatility. She has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and a Tony Award. Richard Gere is an American actor who came to prominence with his role in the film American Gigolo (1980), which established him as a leading man and a sex symbol. Gere's other films include An Officer and a Gentleman (1982), The Cotton Club (1984), No Mercy (1986), Pretty Woman (1990), and more. For portraying Billy Flynn in the musical Chicago (2002), he won a Golden Globe Award. Queen Latifah is an American rapper, singer, and actress who has received various accolades, including a Grammy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a nomination for an Academy Award. In 2006, she became the first hip hop artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Lucy Liu is an American actress who has starred in the television series Ally McBeal (1998-2002), in two Charlie's Angels films (2000 and 2003), and in the crime-drama series Elementary (2012-2019), as well as in films Payback (1999), Shanghai Noon (2000), Chicago (2002), Kill Bill: Volume 1 (2003), Lucky Number Slevin (2006), and more. She has received two Primetime Emmy Award nominations.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Jan 17
2:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
Free

Films, January 15, 2025, 01/15/2025, Chicago (2002) with Renee Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, Queen Latifah, and Lucy Liu
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