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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on December 15, 2024?

21 free events take place on Sunday, December 15 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 15 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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21 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, December 15, 2024

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Editor's Picks

free events nyc Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides
free events nyc Artisan Holiday Market and a Miniature Train Show Display at a Historical Site
free events nyc Guitar Works by Piazzolla, Albeniz, and More
free events nyc The Orchestra Now Performs Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker Suite and More
free events nyc Unsilent Night: Making Some Holiday Noise
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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
10:00 am
Free
Fairs, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Holiday Fair: Art, Jewelry, Home Goods and Savory Bites

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
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10:00 am
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Fairs, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Holiday Market: Unique Gifts, Food Vendors and More

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
10:00 am
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Festivals, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Holiday Nostalgia Train Rides

Film | The Polar Express (2004): Magical Holiday Hourney with Tom Hanks


On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas. Director: Robert Zemeckis Stars: Tom Hanks, Chris Coppola, Michael Jeter 100 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Films, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, The Polar Express (2004): Magical Holiday Hourney with Tom Hanks

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
11:00 am
Free
Fairs, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Artisan Holiday Market and a Miniature Train Show Display at a Historical Site

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
Museumss, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Family Fun at a Historical Site: Holiday Collages

Performance | Light and Sound Experience: Immersive Cinematic Wonder!


Embark on a captivating journey filled with awe, warmth, and a sense of human connection. This immersive experience inspired by Dongji, the Korean Winter Solstice celebration, takes you on a journey through the cosmos on the longest night of the year, brought to life through captivating light and sound.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Performances, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Light and Sound Experience: Immersive Cinematic Wonder!

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
11:00 am
Free
Fairs, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Winter Market: Holiday Shops, Ice Skating and Spectacular View

Hike | Winter Tree ID Hike


Trees have a special place in our environment. Urban Park Rangers and the National Park Service Rangers teach you the best techniques on how to identify trees in the winter as well as some history behind the Park.    
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Hikes, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Winter Tree ID Hike

Film | The Polar Express (2004): Magical Holiday Hourney with Tom Hanks


On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas. Director: Robert Zemeckis Stars: Tom Hanks, Chris Coppola, Michael Jeter 100 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
$5
Films, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, The Polar Express (2004): Magical Holiday Hourney with Tom Hanks

Book Discussion | 2nd Annual Book Bash


A weekend-long-event convening independent publishers in art, architecture, culture, and more. Support publishers in/outside of NYC and shop from a variety of vendors, including zines, creative collaboratives, indie presses and more. Participants include: The Architectural League of New York with Urban Omnibus, Art Against Displacement, Center for Art, Research and Alliances (CARA), Center for Human Rights & The Arts at Bard, Columbia Books on Architecture and the City, Combos Press, e-flux, Grace Issues, Head Hi, Institute for Studies on Latin American Art (ISLAA), Log, Makan Press, Montez Press, New York Review of Architecture, Pina, Primary Information, Research and Destroy New York City, Small Editions, Third Place Zine, Vera List Center for Art and Politics, Wendy’s Subway, Winter Editions and Zone Books.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Book Discussions, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, 2nd Annual Book Bash

Hike | Ice Age Hike


Take a trip back in time with the Urban Park Rangers as you hike through the park discussing the lay of the land in prehistoric times. Rangers will discuss the Pleistocene megafauna of New York.  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Hikes, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Ice Age Hike

City Walk | 50th Annual Caroling Walk


Pull out your Christmas sweaters (ugly or not!), Santa suits, and holiday attire, and get ready to sing your fa-la-las! Join the 50th annual Caroling Walk through the historic neighborhood with members of the Chorale, leading the way with beloved seasonal songs! Fun for the whole family.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free
City Walks, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, 50th Annual Caroling Walk

Book Discussion | Black Snow (3.2 seconds 60 fps): Images of Professional Snowboarders


Ari Marcopoulos's book asked a group of snowboarders to send him their favourite clips of tricks which resulted in the film Black Snow. He then desaturated and inverted the clips so the stills looked like black-and-white negatives, connecting the relatively new technique of multi-channel video to the beginnings of photography. In this process the clip by Haku Shimasaki stood out and has been made into this publication. With text by Canon Georges LeMaire, Lucy Raven, and Ari Marcopoulos. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Book Discussions, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Black Snow (3.2 seconds 60 fps): Images of Professional Snowboarders

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
3:00 pm
Free
Concerts, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Guitar Works by Piazzolla, Albeniz, and More

Classical Music | The Orchestra Now Performs Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker Suite 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
3:00 pm
Free
Concerts, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, The Orchestra Now Performs Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker Suite and More

Concert | 51st Annual TubaChristmas: Holiday Classics under the Holiday Tree


Enjoy the holiday favorites performed by a large tuba orchestra. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
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Concerts, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, 51st Annual TubaChristmas: Holiday Classics under the Holiday Tree

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 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)

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
6:00 pm
Free
Performances, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Unsilent Night: Making Some Holiday Noise

Play | Polaroid Stories: Mythmaking as Survival on the Streets


A visceral blend of classical mythology and real-life stories told by homeless youth, Naomi Iizuka’s play journeys into a dangerous world where myth-making fulfills a fierce need to be heard by a society that has discarded them. Their stories give divine authority to the powerlessness of street life.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Plays, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Polaroid Stories: Mythmaking as Survival on the Streets

Concert | Saxophone Ensemble


   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, December 15, 2024, 12/15/2024, Saxophone Ensemble
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