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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on July 18, 2024?

50 free events take place on Thursday, July 18 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 July 18 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 July . 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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50 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, July 18, 2024

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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free events nyc Broadway in the Park: Biggest Hits by Broadway Performers
free events nyc Three-time Grammy-Winning Salsa and Latin Jazz Composer/Performer
free events nyc Moonstruck (1987): 3-Time Oscar Winner with Cher and Nicolas Cage
free events nyc Piano Works by Beethoven, Chopin, Ravel, and More
        

Workshop | Rooftop Yoga


Sputnik Yoga presents yoga sessions throughout the entire summer.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 am
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Workshop | CANCELLED***Mindful Movement Class in the Park***CANCELLED


A 60-minute group workout.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 am
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Workshop | Pick Up Pickleball


An exciting fusion of badminton and tennis, pickleball has been proven to strengthen muscles, boost cardiovascular health, and enhance brain function.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
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Tour | 13 Tours, All City Neighborhoods, Any Time Of The Day, Choose One Tour Or Many


These free tours take place at various times during the day, all day long. You can make reservations for as many tours as your schedule allows. SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights + DUMBO 3 Hour Lower Manhattan Harlem Chelsea and the High Line 6 Hour Downtown Combined Greenwich Village Central Park Lower Manhattan Midtown Manhattan Grand Central Terminal Graffiti and Street Art Tours World Trade Center
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tour | Tour of New York City Hall


One of the oldest continuously used City Halls in the nation that still houses its original governmental functions, New York's City Hall is considered one of the finest architectural achievements of its period. Constructed from 1803 to 1812, the building was an early expression of the City's cosmopolitanism. City Hall is a designated New York City landmark, and its rotunda is a designated interior landmark as well.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Film | Mirage (1965) with Gregory Peck and Walter Matthau


After a blackout in his office building, accountant David Stillwell finds he can't remember the past two years of his life. Discovering that a rich humanitarian died after falling from the same building, and that there are shady gunmen out to get him, Stillwell must piece together the missing memories of his life. Enlisting the help of a rookie private eye and a reluctant old flame, Stillwell uncovers the mystery detail by unexpected detail. Director: Edward Dmytryk Cast: Gregory Peck, Diane Baker, Walter Matthau Gregory Peck was an American actor and one of the most popular film stars from the 1940s to the 1970s. In 1999, the American Film Institute named Peck the 12th-greatest male star of Classic Hollywood Cinema. Walter Matthau was an American actor, comedian and film director. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the Billy Wilder film The Fortune Cookie (1966).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Hike | Adult Hike: Independence Red, White and Blue Trails


Celebrate Independence Day by hiking the colors of the flag along the red, white, and blue trails. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


Get in a quick lesson, stay for the whole time, or just enjoy watching them put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Musical | Broadway in the Park: Biggest Hits by Broadway Performers


106.7 LITE FM host: Helen Little Hits from: Disney on Broadway Aladdin Frozen The Lion King
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
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Jazz | Lunchtime Jazz in the Park


Let the students from The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music provide the soundtrack to your afternoon.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concert | Piano in the Park


Come on by and tap your toes to The Big Apple's finest ragtime, stride, and jazz pianists around! Featuring special events and performances by distinguished musicians. Today's pianist: Jon Weber.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Gallery Talk | Francesc Tosquelles: Avant-Garde Psychiatry and the Birth of Art Brut: Exhibition Tour


Co-curators behind the scenes of Francesc Tosquelles: Avant-Garde Psychiatry and the Birth of Art Brut, which explores for the first time in the United States the legacy of Catalan psychiatrist Francesc Tosquelles. The four curators will walk through the exhibition's artworks, archival documents and films, opening up a new window on psychiatry and its connections to art, literature and French theory.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Somewhere to Roost: Exhibition Tour


A tour of the current exhibition led by Luce Assistant Curator Brooke Wyatt. Featuring paintings, textiles, photographs, and sculptures, the exhibition explores the ways that artists evoke and construct ideas of “home.” Taken both literally and metaphorically, Somewhere to Roost represents spaces where artists live and work, as well as places remembered, imagined, or dreamed. The exhibition highlights experiences of immigration, incarceration, and housing insecurity, as well as visions of home that are playful, inventive, and unexpected.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Film | Mr. Hobbs Takes a Vacation (1962) with James Stewart


Banker Roger Hobbs wants to spend his vacation alone with his wife, Peggy, but she insists on a family vacation at a California beach house that turns out to be ugly and broken down. Daughter Katey, embarrassed by her braces, refuses to go to the beach, as does TV-addicted son Danny. When the family is joined by Hobbs' two unhappily married daughters and their husbands, he must help everyone with their problems to get some peace. Director: Henry Koster Cast: James Stewart, Maureen O'Hara James Stewart was an American actor. Known for his distinctive drawl and everyman screen persona, Stewart's film career spanned 80 films from 1935 to 1991. With the strong morality, which he portrayed both on and off the screen, he epitomized the "American ideal" in the mid-twentieth century. In 1999, the American Film Institute (AFI) ranked him third on its list of the greatest American male actors. He received numerous honors including the AFI Life Achievement Award in 1980, the Kennedy Center Honor in 1983, as well as the Academy Honorary Award and Presidential Medal of Freedom, both in 1985.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Film | One Love (2024): biographical drama musical


Jamaican singer-songwriter Bob Marley overcomes adversity to become the most famous reggae musician in the world. The story of how reggae icon Bob Marley overcame adversity, and the journey behind his revolutionary music. Director: Reinaldo Marcus Green Cast: Kingsley Ben-Adir, Lashana Lynch, James Norton
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Figure Drawing With a Live Model


Students will learn how to use the 8-head proportion guideline to determine the model's actual proportion and identify unique features based on this model. They will also learn how to create a stick figure using skeletal structure (skull, spine, ribcage, pelvis, arms, and legs), add muscles and thickness to the skeleton using simple geometric shapes, and finally, add shading to give it three-dimensional volume. This is open to students of all ages and levels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Big City Fishing


Over 200 species of fish are found in the Hudson River, including over 85 species in HRPK’s Estuarine Sanctuary waters. Anglers ages 5 and up are invited to participate at this program, with parental supervision required. Our River Project team provides all the necessary equipment and an on-site fishing tutorial. Participation is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Beginners and experts alike are encouraged to join Big City Fishing for a relaxing and educational experience at the water’s edge.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Workshop | Mah Jongg Social


Players of all skill level are welcome to play. Socials are hosted and organized by Linda Fisher, and players play the National Mah Jongg League style. Participants are welcome to borrow equipment, or bring their own Mah Jongg sets.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Maeve Eichelberger: Double Take - A Fresh Vision of the West


Maeve Eichelberger captures the essence of both urban and rural lifestyles in her innovative 3-dimensional artwork. Utilizing Plexiglass for its modern, durable, and transparent qualities, she delves into the depths of layering, honoring the diverse vitalities of the American West through the lenses of lifestyle, nature, and textiles.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Jazz | Jazz at the Crossroads of the World


New York City’s jazz scene comes to Broadway, creating the feeling of an intimate club amidst the lights and sounds. Featuring: Hiruy Tirfe Quartet
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Concert | Music and Art Under the Arch


Featuring: La Sonora Nuyorkina is a contemporary salsa band bringing a fresh sound to the latin genres, playing all-time classics to the most popular hits of today.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Poetry Reading | A Tranquil Haven for Poetry and Meditation


In the middle of the city’s most stressful hustle, there lies a simple oasis of gentle sound, creative energy, and common consideration called Our Echos Be Bloom. This is a tranquil and inclusive haven for a poetry and audio meditation bath to clean out your mind, your chakras, and your soul. Poet in residence Mahogany L. Browne hosts this free symposium, featuring innovative performance artists and wellness activations, further supported with arboreal sculptural pieces and arrangements by local floral designers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Concert | DJing Duo Makes the Crowd Move


Leg Room have individually been playing records in their own homes and private parties for years. The two have a wide range of tastes and neither like being boxed into one category. In the second half of 2023, they were given a residency at Outer Heaven in Manhattan, NY and moved the party outside of private spaces and into the club. Since then, they have taken on some of NYC’s most renowned dance floors such as Silo, Cafe Balearica, Jupiter Disco, Black Flamingo and more. The thing about Leg Room is, the more you get the better you feel.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Opening Reception | Friends Expo: Group Exhibition


A group exhibition of artist friends. Participating artists: Jonathan Barachowitz, Alberte Bernier, Judi Brice, Lucky Checkley, Jacqueline Firmo Falconi, Jessica Gondek, Jan Hoogenboom, Lorra Kurtz, Julie May, Connie McKinnon, Jessica Mieles, Esther Mizrahi, Stephen Mohn, Marjorie Morrow, Mary Alice Orito, Alan Reddick, Mary McKenna Ridge, Mitchell Rodbell, Helen C. Sprinkle, Kim Svoboda, Joel Tretin   
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Film | Mad Max (1979) with Mel Gibson


In a not-too-distant dystopian future, when man's most precious resource — oil — has been depleted and the world plunged into war, famine and financial chaos, the last vestiges of the law in Australia attempt to restrain a vicious biker gang. Max, an officer with the Main Force Patrol, launches a personal vendetta against the gang when his wife and son are hunted down and murdered, leaving him with nothing but the instincts for survival and retribution. Director: George Miller Cast: Mel Gibson, Joanne Samuel, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Steve Bisley, Tim Burns, Roger Ward Mel Gibson is an American actor and film director. He is known for his action hero roles, particularly his breakout role as Max Rockatansky in the first three films of the post-apocalyptic action series Mad Max and as Martin Riggs in the buddy cop action-comedy film series Lethal Weapon. In 1995, Gibson produced, directed, and starred in Braveheart, a historical epic, for which he won the Golden Globe Award for Best Director, the Academy Award for Best Director, and the Academy Award for Best Picture. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Reception | Sharp Cuts: Queer Collage


A group exhibition including work by sixteen artists. Encompassing a range of methodologies—from traditional scissors-and-glue assemblages to digital manipulations and intricate three-dimensional constructs—the exhibition demonstrates the varied and expansive potentials of collage as a form of queer expression. Collage synthesizes disparate elements to forge cohesive, albeit multifarious, narratives. This process mirrors the lived experiences of queer individuals who navigate, reconstruct, and recontextualize their identities within societal and political paradigms. The exhibition foregrounds this metamorphic journey, showcasing how materials can be appropriated and transformed to articulate new meanings, challenge commonly swallowed cultural mores, and foster inclusive discourses.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Reception | Summer City Idyll: Group Show


An exhibition showcasing a collection of contemporary work in all mediums by local and international artists. Marking the peak of the season, we want to celebrate new and established talent with a vibrant selection of pieces from our recent program and newly consigned collection. This is the very first edition of the exhibition, which will be hosted every summer in New York City. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Summer Show: Group Exhibition


Featuring the work of 14 gallery artists.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Talk | Art Talk: Justice Reflected


A talk with the director of public art about Justice Reflected, the mosaic art adorning the plaza wall. See art that tells an allegorical story of justice and injustice, freedom, and incarceration in America. Learn about the artist James Yaya Hough's life and his use of universal symbolism to express humanity's complexity. Start times: 6pm, 6:30pm
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Screening | Korean Short Films


6 films will be chronologically played, including Push Up (2024), The Killing Line (2024), Peeper (2023), Children of Light (2023), Layover (2024), and Seoul Switch (2024). 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | Martial Arts in the Park


A variety of martial arts classes for the masses.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Park Walk | Park Tour: From Freight to Flowers


Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, design, and landscape.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Party | Uptown Bounce Block Party


Celebrate East Harlem with the return of this summer block party.  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Dancing | Three-time Grammy-Winning Salsa and Latin Jazz Composer/Performer


The three-time Grammy Award-winning salsa and Latin jazz composer and performer Jeremy Bosch has always kept music at the heart of his life. Growing up in his native Puerto Rico, Bosch regularly played at his local church before studying at Berklee College. It was during these formative years that Bosch had his first professional experience as an artist, playing alongside Puerto Rican percussionist legend Giovanni Hidalgo and his All Star Band. Since those humble beginnings, Bosch has performed at concerts and festivals across the globe as the lead vocalist both for the acclaimed Spanish Harlem Orchestra and fronting for the legendary salsero Eddie Palmieri. Show up early for a pre-show salsa dance instruction class to learn the steps you'll need to keep up with the Orchestra's hot beats and sweet melodies!
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
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Book Discussion | The World After Alice: Families Bonded by Tragedy


Lauren Aliza Green's gorgeous and gripping story of two families brought together to celebrate an unexpected marriage, twelve years after a devastating tragedy upended their lives.  When Morgan and Benji surprise their families with a wedding invitation to Maine, they’re aware the news of their clandestine relationship will come as a shock. Twelve years have passed since the stunning loss of sixteen-year-old Alice, Benji’s sister and Morgan’s best friend, and no one is quite the same. But the young couple decide to plunge headlong into matrimony, marking the first time their fractured families will reunite since Alice’s funeral.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | Dialogue Writing 101


With Kuros Charney
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | HIIT Workout on the River


At MTHD by Oscar, they take longevity seriously. Their highly methodical, holistic approach to training is based on functional movement. Start with the basics – push, pull, squat, lunge, hinge, and rotation as you build each workout. This approach optimizes strength and stability to create more balance in the body.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | Rockers Reflect on Love and Loss - in the Park


Alynda Segarra, Hurray for the Riff Raff founder, has been something of a modern Huck Finn, an itinerant traveler whose adventures prompt art that reminds us there are always other ways to live. In their latest release, The Past is Still Alive, Segarra finally tells the story themselves, speckling stirring reflections on love, loss, and foundational scenes from their own life. 6:30 PM - Doors 7:00 PM - DJ Suzan Z Anthony 7:30 PM - Hurray for the Riff Raff
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Play | Shakespeare's Coriolanus: Getting Even with Rome -- in the Park


Coriolanus is a Shakespeare play that’s rarely produced. When his pride and rage get the best of him, Coriolanus is banished. He re-unites with his old enemy, and together, they plan his revenge on Rome. Presented by the Hudson Classical Theater Company.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | Sketching Nature


Channel your inner artist and get inspired by wildlife and nature in the park. Connect art and creativity to a natural environment with Sketching Nature. Observe gorgeous landscapes, fascinating local wildlife and unique park features to spark creativity. Learn more about the local park environment, followed by a session led by a local artist where you'll learn helpful tips and techniques during a guided sketching session.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Dancing | Sunset Salsa in the Park


6:30 PM: Beginner Lessons 7:15 PM: Open Dance Formerly the youngest Soloist from the National Ballet of Peru, Talía relocated to New York City to expand her dance abilities, study acting and manage some of the most successful Ballroom dance studios for over a decade. She is the producer of multiple salsa events around New York City. Her vast connection to the entertainment industry, combined with her warm, fun and inclusive approach to dance events, enables New Yorkers to fall in love with Latin Dance and Latin Culture.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | Sunset Yoga


A multi-level sunset yoga practice. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | A Personal Take on Latin American Music


Claudia Acuña returns with a program that includes her own compositions and a take on popular Latin American music, Jazz reimagined from a South American perspective, and Afro-Caribbean material infused with a wide rhythmic sensibility. Acuña stands out as a passionate and emotionally incisive singer with a warm tone. Her seven albums have established her as a creative force, as have her collaborations with masters of multiple genres. Be sure to catch this sublime artist on stage!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Movie in a Park | Moonstruck (1987): 3-Time Oscar Winner with Cher and Nicolas Cage


Loretta Castorini, a bookkeeper from Brooklyn, New York, finds herself in a difficult situation when she falls for the brother of the man she has agreed to marry. Director: Norman Jewison Stars: Cher, Nicolas Cage, Olympia Dukakis 102 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
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Movie in a Park | Pulp Fiction (1994): Oscar Winner with John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson


The lives of two mob hitmen, a boxer, a gangster and his wife, and a pair of diner bandits intertwine in four tales of violence and redemption. Director: Quentin Tarantino Stars: John Travolta, Uma Thurman, Samuel L. Jackson 154 min. Movies starts at sunset.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Comedy Club | Bomb Shelter Comedy Show


Bomb Shelter is a free weekly comedy show in New York City where you'll find some of the best comedians performing. Expect free pizza. With: Kenice Mobley - The Tonight Show Calvin Cato - Vice Media Spencer Wright - Pregame comedy show 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Classical Music | Piano Works by Beethoven, Chopin, Ravel, and More


Vladimir Rumyantsev, piano. Program Beethoven (1770-1827), Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 ("Moonlight") Chopin (1810-1849), 2 Nocturnes, Op. 27 Ravel (1875-1937), Gaspard de la nuit Sean Hickey (b. 1970), Cursive Prokofiev (1891-1953), Piano Sonata No. 8 in B-Flat Major, Op. 84
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
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Play | A Midsummer Night's Dream: Shakespeare Comedy Outdoors


The Classical Theatre of Harlem presents Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream starring comedian Russell Peters. This production of A Midsummer Night's Dream transports audiences to the height of the Harlem Renaissance, where four young lovers, a troupe of rude mechanicals and mischievous fairies find themselves entangled in a web of romantic chaos within a mystical forest. Having sold-out arenas around the world, including MSG and Barclays Center, this performance will mark Peters' stage and Shakespearean debut.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Movie in a Park | Toy Story 4 (2019): Animated Sequel


When a new toy called "Forky" joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world can be for a toy. Director: Josh Cooley Stars: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Annie Potts 100 min.
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Dance Performance | "Wondrous performer" [New York Times] in the Park


Melissa Toogood dances an epilogue to choreographer Pam Tanowitz's Day for Night
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