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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on October 4, 2024?
38 free events take place on Friday, October 4 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 October 4 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 October . 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 October 4, 2024?
38 free events take place on Friday, October 4 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 October 4 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 October . 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!
38 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, October 4, 2024
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Editor's Picks
Workshop | Tai Chi
Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
Free
Free
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
$4
$4
Workshop | Dyeing Showcase
Bertha Estrada learned to make rebozos at the age of 11. Over her career as a dyer and weaver in Ahuirán, Mexico, she has mastered many kinds of knowledge: environmental, cultural, chemical, historical, and tacit. Bertha and her son Mateo shared their embodied knowledge with undergraduate and graduate students across disciplines in the Making and Knowing Project’s laboratory seminar class. The seminar investigates embodied knowledge, historical techniques, and the intersections between artistic making and scientific knowing. Students have the opportunity to work alongside Bertha and Mateo, learning about the materials for creating natural colors (including marigold flowers, coconut husks, and pomegranate peels), techniques, and the many forms of knowledge embedded in dyeing. During this showcase, Bertha and Mateo will give an introduction to their work and the Purépecha dyeing tradition and students will share their textile results and insights from their hands-on experience.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Festival | First Friday: Exhibitions, Tours, Workshops, Performances
Explore the museum's exhibitions and attend a tour, workshop, performance, or activity throughout the day.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Conference | How To Build A Fire: James Baldwin 2-Day Convening (Day 1)
In celebration of the centennial birth of James “Jimmy” Baldwin, there will be a two-day convening in collaboration with the Institute for Research in African American Studies and the Department of African and African Diaspora Studies at Columbia University. A group of scholars and creatives, including Prentis Hemphill, Bettina Love, PhD, Derrais Carter, PhD, Darnell Moore, Marsha Jean-Charles, PhD, Dante Stewart, Farah Jasmine Griffin, and more, will reflect on the blackprints Baldwin wrote for his time, toward building and making our own interventions in the present. Schedule 10:00 AM: Opening Session 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Panels and Breaks 5- 7 PM: Opening Reception + DJ
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Adult Zumba
Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
Free
Free
Museums | Asian Art and Culture Museum
The museum features a diverse collection of artworks, including traditional and contemporary pieces from various Asian cultures. 2 pm: guided tour.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Museums | Design Museum and Sculpture Garden
The museum was designed and created in 1980's by one of the 29C most important landscape architects and designers. It serves to preserve the legacy of the artist by showcasing his creations: sculptures, furniture pieces, lighting designs, ceramics, architecture, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Opera | Returning: The Ordeal of Olive Oatman: Opera Performance and Lecture
Composer Edmund Cionek and librettist Maryanne Bertollo offer an performance of the new work and a presentation on Olive Oatman's life and the meaning of her tattoo as a claim of identity. Oatman was a Mormon girl kidnapped by Native Americans in the 1850's. She was marked with a facial tattoo before going back to white society.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
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
Free
Free
Classical Music | Bach at Noon (In Person and Online)
Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:20 pm
Free
Free
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: Brennen Ernst.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | Lisa Frankenstein (2024): comedy-horror
Lisa Frankenstein is the story of a misunderstood teenager who goes on a murderous journey with a reanimated Victorian corpse. Together, they find love, happiness, and some missing body parts. Director: Zelda Williams Cast: Kathryn Newton, Cole Sprouse, Liza Soberano, Henry Eikenberry, Joe Chrest, Carla Gugino
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Enjoy an afternoon of crafting and conversation
Bring your own project or choose something from a provided collection to work on during this freeform crafting workshop. The workshop will include materials for sewing, knitting, crochet, coloring, paper crafts, and puzzles.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Guided 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
Book Discussion | The New Screen Ecology in India: Digital Transformation of Media
Smith Mehta's book is an open access book that provides an in-depth exploration of the digital transformation of the Indian media industry.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Tour of Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. First-come, first-served; this guided tour may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Black Mother (2018): An Ode to Jamaica
From red-light districts to lush rain forests, this documentary is a loving and lyrical ode to Jamaica and its people, a visual poem that is at once deeply felt love letter and ecstatic street-corner prayer. Director: Khalik Allah 77 mins.) Followed by a Q&A with the director
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Free Admission at Famous Museum for NYC Residents
This is your chance to see multiple floors of galleries with famous paintings. Proof of residency required.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | A Conversation with Writer Tatsuhiko Ishii
Tatsuhiko Ishii was born in Yokohama, Japan in 1952. He was a reporter for one of Japan’s largest newspapers covering cultural affairs. He has published a twelve collections since 1982.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | American History, Artifact Collections and Some Laughs in Between
Enjoy a stroll through galleries of an extensive collection of American art, learn about the history of New York and the USA. You can also catch a stand up comedy show from 6 pm to 7 pm. Last admission is at 7 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Birdwatching | Fall Migration Birding Tour
Spot the wonderful diversity of birds that visit the park during migratory season, with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, the park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | German and Austrian Art and Design
Explore early 20th-century German and Austrian art and design. The museum features a collection that includes paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. First come, first served. Expect to wait in line outside of the museum for entry. Children under 12 will not be admitted.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Jazz with Brazilian and Spanish Flair and Art Exhibitions at a Museum
The instrumental ensemble BeBimBop performs jazz infused with Brazilian and Spanish flair. Visitors also have access to the museum's fine art galleries with rare and noteworthy collections and a wide variety of exhibitions.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Modern Art: From The 19th Century to the Present Day
Experience the exhibits in the museum galleries which include paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, films, videos, and much more.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | New Games Social - Outdoors
Curious about a board game or looking to try something new? Hosts will be teaching how to play a wide range of fun board games every Friday.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Traditional Cypriot Folk Compositions and Dances
Sounds of Cyprus brings a showcase of traditional Cypriot music and dance to the heart of New York City. The ensemble comprises musicians and dancers who are deeply passionate about preserving and promoting Cyprus's cultural legacy. Through their captivating performances, Sounds of Cyprus aims to foster greater appreciation and understanding of the multicultural diversity of Cypriot traditions among audiences. Audiences can expect an immersive journey into the soul-stirring melodies, intricate rhythms,and dynamic movements that define Cypriot music and dance. From folk tunes to ballads, the concert will showcase the depth and variety of Cyprus's musical traditions, transporting listeners to the sun-kissed landscapes and vibrant communities that have shaped this unique cultural tapestry.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Eric Aho: Wild Meadow
An exhibition of new paintings. Aho embraces the meadow a space of contradictions, both still and humming with life, unruly yet organized by mysterious systems.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Movie in a Park | He's Just Not That Into You (2009): Interconnected Love Stories, with Jennifer Aniston
This Baltimore-set movie of interconnecting story arcs deals with the challenges of reading or misreading human behavior. Director: Ken Kwapis Stars: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly 129 min.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Robin Hood Gardens: Documentary on a Notorious Housing Complex in London
A screening of a documentary exploring the rise and fall of a brutalist housing complex in East London, uncovering the visionary yet ultimately failed ideals of modernism, and examining its enduring lessons for the future of urban living. A utopian idea for modern living is demolished, and the documentary searches the rubble for visions of a bygone era and the reasons for its failure from the beginning in 1972 until today when the building is lying in ruins and the debris has been shipped to the Venice Biennale. This film is about the intentions and the failing of a brutalist housing complex in East London and a search for answers about the failing of modernism. Robin Hood Gardens, a council estate unloved by its first residents in 1972, was hated and loved by internationally renowned critics and decades later earmarked for demolition. The British architects Alison & Peter Smithson failed with their vision, but what is really behind the ostracized facade? The documentary ventures a second look at the construction. Can't we still learn something from the design to improve living in the city of tomorrow?
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | The Third Realm: Humans Facing Enormous Change
From bestselling author Karl Ove Knausgaard, a kaleidoscopic novel about human nature in the face of enormous change—and the warring impulses between light and dark that live in all of us.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
$5
$5
Movie in a Park | Blue Beetle (2023): Superhero Origin Story
An alien scarab chooses Jaime Reyes to be its symbiotic host, bestowing the recent college graduate with a suit of armor that's capable of extraordinary powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the superhero known as Blue Beetle. Director: Angel Manuel Soto Stars: Xolo Maridueña, Bruna Marquezine, Becky G 127 min.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Coining a Wishing Tower: Death and the Afterlife
Ayesha Raees presents her book on the irrevocable connection between meditation death and the afterlife. Also featuring readings by Jiaoyang Li, Meher Manda, and Jasmine Reid, and music by PRIYA.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Japanese Art and Culture
The gallery showcases both traditional and contemporary Japanese art, including amine designs and theatrical production elements that evolved in the 17th century.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Poetry Reading | 5 Poets Read from Their Work
Featuring Leah Umansky, Anton Yakovlev, Jimin Seo, Topaz Winters, and Joan Kwon Glass
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
$5
$5
Concert | Band Mixes Indie Sounds and Mexican Music
The genre-defying band Y la Bamba mixes Indie pop and Mexican folk into a global, experimental sound.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Free
City Walk | Dazzling Lights! Immersive Experience by the Waterfront
Spanning across six acres, this Illuminating display features an array of 18,750 lowlight, fiber-optic stemmed spheres that illuminate with a slow subtle change of hue. Guests are immersed in the installation as they walk a winding path through the ethereal painted landscape framed by the city's iconic skyline and the waterfront.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Free
Musical | Sally: Reimagining of a 1921 Jerome Kern Musical
Sally is a reworking and reimagining of Jerome Kern's forgotten 1921 gem that queries the iconic "rags to riches" story and examines the early American musical itself. Featuring a new book by playwriting student Meg Ledford and new orchestrations by composer Calvin Hitchcock, the show interrogates the American Dream as it seemed to be in the 1920s, from today's vantage point. A student production.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Free
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Play | Broadway Actors in a Modern Adaptation of The World Classic
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