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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on December 8, 2024?

20 free events take place on Sunday, December 8 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 8 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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20 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, December 8, 2024

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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Tour | NYC Walking Tours: A Variety of Neighborhoods - Choose One Tour Or Many


These tours take place at various times. You can make reservations for as many tours as your schedule allows. See link for details: scroll down to find the daily scheduled tours at $4 (more costly tours are listed on top). Daily tours may include: Brooklyn Bridge SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Lower Manhattan Harlem Downtown Greenwich Village Central Park Lower Manhattan Midtown Manhattan Graffiti and Street Art Tours
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
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Tours, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, NYC Walking Tours: A Variety of Neighborhoods - Choose One Tour Or Many

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
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Museumss, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Family Fun at a Historical Site: Holiday Collages

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
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11:00 am
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Fairs, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Winter Market: Holiday Shops, Ice Skating and Spectacular View

Museums | George Washington's Farewell to NYC, 1783 - Reenactment


On December 4, 1783, nine days after the last British soldiers left American soil, George Washington and his officers gathered at this historical location for a poignant farewell. Be part of history by joining this moment where it all unfolded, and experience a special reenactment, complete with the chance to engage in conversation with Washington himself before he departs for Mount Vernon! Once reenactment is over, you can browse through the museum galleries.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
$1, tickets required
Museumss, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, George Washington's Farewell to NYC, 1783 - Reenactment

Birdwatching | Birding: Winter Waterfowl


Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best viewing spots to see winter waterfowl. Birding programs are an all-inclusive safe space and appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Spot some of the migratory waterfowl that spend the winter with us.  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Birdwatchings, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Birding: Winter Waterfowl

Jazz | Winter Jazz Fest


Vocal Jazz Ensemble; Christine Correa, director.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
Free
Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Winter Jazz Fest

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
1:30 pm
Free
Films, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, La Dolce Vita (1960) Directed by Federico Fellini

Concert | Pop and R&B Tunes


Alexa M. performs pop and R&B tunes, both in English and Spanish.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Pop and R&B Tunes
3:00 pm
Regular: $29
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Orchestral Works by Piazzolla and More
4:00 pm
Regular: $35
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Christmas Music and More by One of NYC's Leading Choral Ensembles

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
4:00 pm
Free
Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Orchestral Works by Debussy, J.S. Bach, Mahler, and More

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, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)

Jazz | Winter Jazz Fest


Afro Cuban Ensemble; Leo Traversa and Vince Cherico, directors.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Winter Jazz Fest

Classical Music | Bach Vespers: Choir and Period Instrument Musicians


Bach Vespers; and Robby Meese, conductor, perform J.S. Bach's (1685-1750), BWV 243 Magnificat. 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
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5:00 pm
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Bach Vespers: Choir and Period Instrument Musicians

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
5:00 pm
Free
Festivals, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Holiday Tree Lighting

Classical Music | Organ Music at a Beautiful Church


Maks Adach, organ.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:15 pm
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Organ Music at a Beautiful Church

Concert | Electronic Music


   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Electronic Music

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
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Orchestral Works by Tchaikovsky, Richard Strauss, and More

Concert | Percussion Ensemble


   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Percussion Ensemble

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
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Concerts, December 08, 2024, 12/08/2024, Piano Works by Beethoven, Chopin, Brahms, and More
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Musical | A Musical Comedy Inspired by a Classic Story

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