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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on December 7, 2024?
39 free events take place on Saturday, December 7 in New York City. Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides! Exciting, high quality, unique and off the beaten path free events and free things to do take place in New York today, tonight, tomorrow and each day of the year, any time of the day: whether it's a weekday or a weekend, day or night, morning or evening or afternoon, December or July, April or November! These events will take your breath away!
New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment. Check out December 7 and see for yourself. Summer or Winter, Spring or Fall! Just click on any day of the calendar above and you'll find most inspiring and entertaining free events to go to and free things to do on each day of December . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!
Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on December 7, 2024?
39 free events take place on Saturday, December 7 in New York City. Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides! Exciting, high quality, unique and off the beaten path free events and free things to do take place in New York today, tonight, tomorrow and each day of the year, any time of the day: whether it's a weekday or a weekend, day or night, morning or evening or afternoon, December or July, April or November! These events will take your breath away!
New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment. Check out December 7 and see for yourself. Summer or Winter, Spring or Fall! Just click on any day of the calendar above and you'll find most inspiring and entertaining free events to go to and free things to do on each day of December . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!
Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
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The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
39 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, December 7, 2024
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Hike | Nature Exploration Hike
Discover the plants and animals that inhabit the urban forest. To enhance your experience, please bring your own binoculars and field guides.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Hike | Seal Exploration Hike
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle. Winter is an amazing time of year to observe seals in the Long Island Sound. You may be surprised by what looks like a rock in the distance, is actually a healthy seal.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Film | Elf (2003): Holiday Comedy with Will Ferrell, James Caan
Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn't know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit. Director: Jon Favreau Stars: Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart 97 min.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$5
$5
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
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11:00 am
$1, registration required
$1, registration required
Park Walk | Historic New York: New York Harbor
Urban Park Rangers lead an exploration of New York City history through the lens of the natural harbor and its development. Come learn about how a backwater port stood at the center of empires and grew to be the economic engine of North America.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art
As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Film | Elf (2003): Holiday Comedy with Will Ferrell, James Caan
Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn't know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit. Director: Jon Favreau Stars: Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart 97 min.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
$5
$5
Reading | Harlem Is. . .Presents Stories for Change
Bring in the holiday season and enjoy this free captivating storytelling event by Griots in Concert ft. Harlem’s own Dr. Linda H. Humes, Master Drummer Sanga of the Valley, and Musician Claude Jay. This expressive holiday event will have you feeling the spirit of the community and moving to the beat!
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Open Studios | Open Studios
Come check out the work and meet the artists.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Montgomery's Scientists: Operational Research in Northwest Europe (online)
Historian Terry Copp will speak on his book, a groundbreaking collection of documents details the technological and scientific research behind the victory campaign of Worlr War II. Dozens of documents empirically examine the effectiveness and employment of the various weapons and tools of war.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Exhibition Drawing Workshop
Illustrator and teaching artist Joan Chiverton leads an afternoon of sketching in the galleries in conjunction with the exhibition Madinat al-Zahra: The Radiant Capital of Islamic Spain. Develop your drawing skills and discover a new way of seeing the exhibit, as you sketch masterpieces and other objects. Following a brief introduction and tutorial, Chiverton will circulate the galleries and provide individual coaching, if desired. All skill levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced. Participants should bring their own drawing pad or paper with a board, but they will have paper on hand if necessary. Gallery specific pencils will be provided. For conservation reasons, pens, pastels, charcoal and paints need to be kept at home.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | The King of Staten Island (2020) Directed by Judd Apatow, Starring Pete Davidson, Marisa Tomei, and Steve Buscemi
A semi-autobiographical dramedy about Pete Davidson's life growing up in Staten Island. As a kid, he loses his father during 9/11, and grows up to enter the world of stand-up comedy. Director: Judd Apatow Cast: Pete Davidson, Marisa Tomei, Bill Burr, Bel Powley, Maude Apatow, Steve Buscemi Judd Apatow is an American director, producer, screenwriter and comedian, best known for his work in comedy films. Throughout his career, Apatow has received nominations for 11 Primetime Emmy Awards (three wins), one Golden Globe Award, and one Grammy Award. Pete Davidson is an American comedian, actor, and writer. He started doing standup in 2013 before being hired as cast member on the NBC late-night sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live for eight seasons from 2014 to 2022. Marisa Tomei is an American actress who gained prominence for her comedic performance in My Cousin Vinny (1992), which earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She received further nominations in the category for In the Bedroom (2001) and The Wrestler (2008). Steve Buscemi is known for his work as an acclaimed character actor. His breakout role was as Mr. Pink in Quentin Tarantino's Reservoir Dogs (1992). Buscemi has received numerous awards and nominations for his performances in film and television. He won both a Golden Globe Award and a Primtime Emmy Award and has been nominated for both numerous times.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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2:30 pm
Free
Free
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
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
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
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4:00 pm
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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
Free
Free
Festival | Winter Celebration and Tree Lighting
An evening of jazz and merriment as they again light up the tallest living tree in a NYC park. Tree is lit promptly at 6pm. Seasonal treats and temporary tattoos for the whole family while supplies last
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Winter Jazz Fest
Don Sickler and Vince Cherico, director.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Orchestral Works by J.S. Bach, Handel, Debussy, and More
Columbia University Bach Society. Program J.S. Bach (1685-1750), BWV 96: Herr Christ, der ein’ge Gottessohn, mvmt. 1 Prokofiev (1891-1953), Lieutenant Kije Suite, Troika (IV) Pergolesi (1710-1736), Stabat Mater, Stabat Mater Dolorosa (I) Handel (1685-1759), Zadok the Priest Debussy (1862-1918) Prelude a l’apres-midi d’un faune Arvo Part (b. 1935), The Beatitudes Brahms (1833-1897), Ein deutsches Requiem, mvmt. 2
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:15 pm
Free
Free
Festival | Holiday on the Hudson Tree Lighting
Celebrate the season with a holiday tree lighting, live music, decoration making, and hot chocolate (while supplies last). Tree lighting at 5:30pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Salsa and More
Singer and composer Don Sonero performs salsa, salsa dura, charanga, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Transition to Zone One: An Immersive Theater Experience
During the one-hour performance, groups of 60 humans (that's you) will embark on a journey through three Zones where you will be guided by 30 cyclones and encounter 20 artists. With over 60 artists involved in this production, guests will be surrounded by the art in a celebration of humanity that honors the bravery required for you to be the hero of your own journey.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Play | All Eight: Teammates and Rivals
In Lilly Camp's play, nine freshmen women have been recruited to a Northeast collegiate rowing team, where every morning at 6am they compete with each other for the best times, lowest body weights, and most influential seats, until race day when they are asked to put it all aside and row together as teammates in one boat. Off the water, their coach shows up at their parties and drinks with them, makes lewd comments about their bodies, and is allegedly sleeping with one of them. Over the course of their freshman year, All Eight examines how the world of collegiate sports drives these young women with varied power to fight to win– races, love, power– at the expense of even each other. A student production.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Transition to Zone One: An Immersive Theater Experience
During the one-hour performance, groups of 60 humans (that's you) will embark on a journey through three Zones where you will be guided by 30 cyclones and encounter 20 artists. With over 60 artists involved in this production, guests will be surrounded by the art in a celebration of humanity that honors the bravery required for you to be the hero of your own journey.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Inheritances: An Album of New Piano Works
To celebrate the release of his much-anticipated album, pianist Adam Tendler performs works from his headline-grabbing program and offers insights into its genesis. The pianist will be joined by composers and collaborators of the project—some of today’s most sought-after composers in the industry. When Tendler’s father unexpectedly died, he was left with an inheritance. He used it to commission a broad spectrum of composers to devise piano works exploring the theme of “inheritance”.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Free
Dance Performance | December Dance Concert
Featuring the Second Avenue Dance Company.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | Slide: Award-Winning Animation from Oscar Nominee Bill Plympton
The tale of a mythical cowboy showdown with eco-villains' intent on paving over idyllic Sourdough Creek. Two-time Oscar nominee Bill Plymptons wit and signature animation takes on the fight for the Wild West's fading glory, peppered with swinging western tunes. The film has currently won thirteen festival awards. Director: Bill Plympton Stars: Ana Sophia Colon, Claire Fonger, John Holderried 79 min.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Holiday Choral Concert
"Gloria" by Francis Poulenc will be sung by the Barnard-Columbia Chorus and Chamber Singers.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Orchestral Works by J.S. Bach and More
New York Repertory Orchestra. Program J.S. Bach (1685-1750)/Anton Webern (1883-1945), Ricercar a 6 Anton Bruckner (1824-1896), Symphony No. 6
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
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Performance | Transition to Zone One: An Immersive Theater Experience
During the one-hour performance, groups of 60 humans (that's you) will embark on a journey through three Zones where you will be guided by 30 cyclones and encounter 20 artists. With over 60 artists involved in this production, guests will be surrounded by the art in a celebration of humanity that honors the bravery required for you to be the hero of your own journey.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | French Horn Works by J.S. Bach, Messiaen, and More (In Person AND Online!)
Emily Jean Howell, French Horn. Program J.S. Bach (1685-1750), Sheep May Safely Graze Messiaen (1908-1992) Appel Interstellaire (Interstellar Call) from Des canyons aux etoiles Jeff Scott, Startin' Sumthin' Jerome Shedd, Lindi Dances for Horn and Piano Nikolai Tcherepnin (1873-1945), Six Horn Quartets, Op. 35 Rufus Wainwright (b. 1973), Little Sister Jeff Bowen (b. 1971), Two Duets from [title of show] Please arrive 30-60 minutes in advance of the performance to sign in to building and receive your visitor badge.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Viola Works by Robert Schumann and More (In Person AND Online!)
Jordan Watt, Viola. Program Robert Schumann (1810-1856), Fantasiestucke, Op. 73 Frederick Jacobi (1891-1952), Fantasy Arnold Bax (1883-1953), Viola Sonata, GP. 251 Please arrive 30-60 minutes in advance of the performance to sign in to building and receive your visitor badge.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
Free
Free
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