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March 2, 2025. Free shows, concerts, movies, tours are New York (NYC) best kept secret! New York City never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.

New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).

So do not wot till tomorrow, start using these unique New York City opportunities today, March 2, 2025!

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Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!

The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, March 2, 2025!

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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.

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Free things to do, free events that take place in the City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (March 2, 2025) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!

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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York, Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!

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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!

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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
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The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.

So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
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Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides:
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  • free jazz in NYC
  • free poetry readings in NYC
  • free tours/hikes in NYC
  • free city walks in NYC
  • free Yoga /Tai Chi in NYC
  • fairs and parades in NYC
  • free theater in NYC
  • free tickets to concerts, theater and dance performances in NYC

'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).

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12 free  things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Sunday, March 2, 2025

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

Hike | Meanderings in 2 Bronx Parks


About 9.2 miles. Lakes, streams, bridges, and a small waterfall await. Some paved, some dirt trails. Some toilets.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
$5
Hikes, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Meanderings in 2 Bronx Parks

Tour | Historic Flatiron-Nomad District Walking Tour


Join a professional guide on a 90-minute journey through this vibrant neighborhood, viewing some of the City's most notable landmarks, including the New York Life Insurance Building, the MetLife Clock Tower, the Appellate Courthouse, and the famous Flatiron Building. Rain or shine. Every first Sunday of every month at 11 am.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free
Tours, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Historic Flatiron-Nomad District Walking Tour

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
11:00 am
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Museumss, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions

Gallery Talk | 3 South American Artists (online)


Talks will present new research by curators Gabriel Perez-Barreiro, Kiki Mazzucchelli and Miguel A. López, drawing on the themes and approaches of the Museum’s exhibition Madalena Santos Reinbolt: A Head Full of Planets. With a focus on South America in the long 20th Century, this year’s lecture presents three painters who defied realism, capturing daily life at a time of social, ecological and political changes: Jose Antonio da Silva (Brazil; 1909-1996), Helio Melio (Brazil; 1926-2001) and Rosa Elena Curruchich (Guatemala; 1958-2005). Schedule 1:00 p.m. ET Welcome & Opening Remarks 1:10 p.m. ET Gabriel Pérez-Barreiro on Jose Antonio da Silva (Brazil; 1909-1996) 1:40 p.m. ET Kiki Mazzucchelli on Helio Melio (Brazil; 1926-2001) 2:10 p.m. ET Miguel A. López on Rosa Elena Curruchich (Guatemala; 1958-2005) 2: 40 pm ET Q&A
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Gallery Talks, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, 3 South American Artists (online)

Birdwatching | Birding: Spring Migration


Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best viewing spots in New York City to see spring migratory birds. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome.  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Birdwatchings, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Birding: Spring Migration

City Walk | Bloomingdale Neighborhood Tour


Jim Mackin leads a mixed group of visitors to the city and resident New Yorkers on a one-of-a-kind, always interesting, walk around the historic Bloomingdale neighborhood.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free
City Walks, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Bloomingdale Neighborhood Tour

Workshop | Memoir Writing


Join the workshop instructor Kyleigh Leddy for an introductory on memoir writing. This session offers a brief yet insightful dive into transforming memories into compelling narratives. Participants will engage in freewriting exercises and explore key craft elements essential to capturing real experiences on the page. Limited amphitheater-style seating.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Workshops, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Memoir Writing

Concert | Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music (in-person and online)


A lively chantey experience will be hosted by a local artist who will lead the sea-song sing-along, featuring a variety of traditional maritime work songs and ballads. Attendees are encouraged to sing along with the chorus or just sit back and enjoy their performance. Throughout the event, both in-person and virtual attendees are welcome to take the stage for this round-robin where you can sing and share the chantey of your choice. Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Concerts, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music (in-person and online)

Discussion | The Life and Legacy of Historic Synagogues in New York and Poland (online)


This panel will explore commonalities and differences in how historic synagogues are preserved and transformed on both sides of the Atlantic. What were these synagogues like in their golden years, what remains of them today, and what does the future hold?
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free
Discussions, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, The Life and Legacy of Historic Synagogues in New York and Poland (online)

Film | Bau: Artist at War (2024): Finding Art and Hope in the Death Camps


The inspiring love story of Joseph Bau, artist, forger, holocaust survivor. Using his artistic skills, humor and hope in the camps, Joseph stays alive and helps hundreds to escape. Miraculously, he finds love in the midst of despair. Director: Sean McNamara Stars: Emile Hirsch, Inbar Lavi, Yan Tual 130 min. The screening will be followed by a conversation with writer/producer Deborah Smerecnik and Joseph Bau's daughters Clila and Hadasa Bau.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free
Films, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Bau: Artist at War (2024): Finding Art and Hope in the Death Camps

Classical Music | Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concerts, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)

Classical Music | Bach Vespers: Choir and Period Instrument Musicians


Bach Vespers; and Ruben Valenzuela, conductor, perform J.S. Bach's (1685-1750), BWV 161 "Komm, du sube Todesstunde." After 55 years, hundreds of performances, and two Grammy nominations, Bach Vespers continues to present Bach's cantatas and other great Baroque and early music masterworks every month.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free
Concerts, March 02, 2025, 03/02/2025, Bach Vespers: Choir and Period Instrument Musicians
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to shows, concerts ... (CFT Deals!)

Performance | Immersive Musical Theater with Broadway Actors

Regular Price: $68.43
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Theater | Storytelling at its Best from Far Away

Regular Price: $51
CFT Member Price: $0.00
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