37 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, September 2, 2016
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
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Alicia Keys is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. Keys' debut album, Songs ...
more >> in A Minor, was a commercial success, selling over 12 million copies worldwide. She became the best-selling new artist and best-selling R&B artist of 2001.[1] The album earned Keys five Grammy Awards in 2002, including Best New Artist and Song of the Year for "Fallin'."
7:00 am
free, no reservation required
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Hailing from Florida, this singer, songwriter, and dancer has sold over 50 million singles including ...
more >> "Wiggle," "Talk Dirty," "In My Head" and "Whatcha Say." His latest CD is entitled Everything Is 4. Attendees are advised to arrive early.
7:00 am
free, no reservation required
Twisted Sister is an American heavy metal band originally from Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, and later based ...
more >> in Long Island, New York. Twisted Sister's most well-known hits include "We're Not Gonna Take It" and "I Wanna Rock."
7:00 am
free, no reservation required
Are you a Bridge buff? Put your game face on and show off your best plays. Join the fun and meet new ...
more >> friends! All players welcome!
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
This is a 3-hour tour that begins with a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, an icon of New York City for ...
more >> over 125 years, with spectacular views of Manhattan and Brooklyn. The tour then moves on to a stroll of Brooklyn Heights, America’s and New York City’s first suburb. The tour then explores the neighborhood DUMBO before ending at the Fulton Ferry landing.
It is easy to forget that you are in a crowded city while walking through this spectacular park. The ...
more >> original plan for the City of New York, laid out by the City Commissioners in 1811 did not include the park. But as the city grew rapidly in size, that changed.
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The 3-hour walking and subway tour covers the Financial District including Wall Street and the World ...
more >> Trade Center, SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown. These are neighborhoods that simply can’t be fully appreciated from a bus. There will be one or two opportunities to sample tasty treats.
It is here, as much as anywhere, where American history started. It's where the first US Congress assembled ...
more >> and produced the Bill of Rights and where President George Washington took his first oath of office. It's here where the world's most important stock exchange and one of the most famous bridges stand. And it is here where an unspeakable tragedy took place and where a rebirth is underway. Tour takes place Mondays and Fridays.
Join a Manhattan Street Art Tour and experience the Lower East Side - SoHo, NoHo, Nolita and Little Italy. ...
more >> The Lower East Side of Manhattan is a playground for street artists, Soho is known to be one of NYC first permit Joint Live-Work Quarters for artists and the area received landmark designation in 1973. Noho and Nolita’s street art is either hidden in courtyards or on the more prominent street art facades. Learn about the history of the art of many famous and unknown artist.
Don't have enough time to take all of the tours? Prefer to experience Manhattan with a smaller group, ...
more >> but a private booking is out of reach? Then consider our All-in-One New York Tour. This tour utilizes your feet and the New York City Subway to transport you from Lower Manhattan, the birthplace of New York, through Wall St and the Financial District, the World Trade Center, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown, Little Italy, Chelsea Market and the Highline Park. Tour takes place Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central ...
more >> Park. Looking for a little more of the Big Apple? Maybe it's time to visit some of Manhattan's oldest and most enchanting historic districts. Take a relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown. Takes place daily.
Free fun for the whole family, including arts, crafts, antiques, plants, entertainment, games, and more.
New York City, NY; NYC
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
We Are New York is an Emmy Award-winning half hour TV show created to help people practice English. ...
more >> Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Adult learners will have the opportunity to learn English by watching We Are New York videos. The program works best for people who speak some English and want to practice. First come, first seated.
10:30 am
free, no reservation required
Coloring can be beneficial for adults. It helps us de-stress because when we focus on a particular activity, ...
more >> we focus on it and not on our worries. Coloring generates wellness, quietness and also stimulates brain areas related to motor skills, the senses and creativity. Coloring sheets and colored pencils will be provided. Bring your own non-alcoholic beverages, hot or cold. Adults only, please.
11:00 am
free, no reservation required
Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome ...
more >> to join in the fun. Equipment is provided. The event is offered daily, except Sundays.
12:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Discover architecture and social history of Grand Central neighborhood; learn secrets of Whispering Gallery ...
more >> in Grand Central Terminal; gaze upon hubcaps and roadsters on side of Chrysler Building; discover favorite Midtown Manhattan hangout of Mercury, Hercules, and Minerva; learn why Pershing Square isn’t really square; visit original Lincoln Memorial by Daniel Chester French. Award-winning tour led by urban explorer, historian, and storyteller Justin Ferate. This tour takes place every Friday.
12:30 pm
free, no reservation required
With: Frank Owens (Pianist/Arranger/Composer/Musical Director) has had a career in virtually all aspects ...
more >> of the music profession. His television credits include the first David Letterman Show in 1980 and It’s Showtime at the Apollo. He received a gold record for the rhythm concept of Tony Orlando and Dawn’s Tie a Yellow Ribbon ‘Round the Old Oak Tree. In addition to Tony Orlando, he has worked with a diverse array of singers including Johnny Mathis, John Denver, Chubby Checker, Petula Clark, and Lena Horne.
12:30 pm
free, no reservation required
Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international ...
more >> monetary gold on bedrock of Manhattan Island, five stories below street level. Learn why Federal Reserve has "Federal" in its name, while it's a private bank, not Federal at all. Tour times: 1:00pm, 2:00pm. This tour takes place Mondays through Fridays, except bank holidays.
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Stars: Sally Field, Max Greenfield, Tyne Daly. A self-help seminar inspires a sixty-something woman to ...
more >> romantically pursue her younger co-worker. 95 min.
1:30 pm
free, no reservation required
New York City is a mecca for graffiti and street art, making it a very attractive playground for artists ...
more >> from around the world. Bushwick, in a working class district on the north side of Brooklyn adjacent to Williamsburg, has been attracting artists for some time now. The neighborhood has a fair collection of art studios and galleries, but it’s Bushwick’s industrial landscape that’s attracting the street artist. If you came looking for 1960′s Greenwich Village, you’ll find something brewing in Bushwick. Tour takes place Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Stars: Michael Fassbender, Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen. Behind the scenes of the digital revolution, a portrait ...
more >> of the man at its epicenter. The story unfolds backstage at three iconic product launches, ending in 1998 with the unveiling of the iMac. 122 min.
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
A modern romantic fantasy with Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. In what at first is a chance ...
more >> encounter that turns into a week long business arrangement which then becomes a classic romance. It’s a timeless rags-to-riches love story with two fine actors. Will they both find true love in the end, or miss the opportunity. Find out and see!
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Stars: Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, Paul Le Mat. A couple of high school grads spend one final night ...
more >> cruising the strip with their buddies before they go off to college. 110 min.
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Greenwich Village is among Manhattan's most desirable and expensive residential neighborhoods. It's history, ...
more >> however, betrays it's monied status. The Village, with it's quiet, shaded streets, lined with lovely brick and brownstone townhouses, was once the incubating ground of artistic, social and political movements that have helped shape US history. From the Beats to the Folk Movement, from workers rights to gay rights, the Village has often been the center of it all. Tours are Mondays and Fridays at 2pm, and Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10am.
Although world famous, Harlem may be New York's best kept secret with some of the city's best architecture, ...
more >> food, music and people. Harlem's history is also one of the city's most dramatic, having gone through many ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic changes over the past roughly 400 years, which have resulted in a diverse array of places of worship, theaters, homes and eating establishments. This tour takes place Sundays, Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 2pm, and Saturdays at 10am.
Rockefeller Center is one of the most popular public spaces and tourist attractions in New York City. ...
more >> This depression-era commercial complex takes up over three full city blocks and is rich with history, public art, and art-deco architecture. Built by business mogul John D. Rockefeller Jr. with his own money, he instructed his team of designers and architects to build the most beautiful commercial complex of it’s kind in the world. That vision resulted in what is still one of NYC’s greatest treasures and gave rise to some of NYC’s favorite traditions including the Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the famous dance team the Rockettes and the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.
You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central ...
more >> Park. Looking for a little more of the Big Apple? Maybe it's time to visit some of Manhattan's oldest and most enchanting historic districts. Take a relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown. Takes place daily.
Adults and teens, beginners and masters, come to the New Amsterdam Library to play chess, checkers and ...
more >> scrabble and see who we crown The King. Every Friday.
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Bring your own food and beverages to this all ages, free to enter, B-I-N-G-O night where each game’s ...
more >> winner receives a prize. All ages are welcome.
5:30 pm
free, no reservation required
Once described as the lungs of the city, Central Park brings a breath of fresh air to New York's crowded ...
more >> urban terrain. What started out as the rocky and desolate northern fringes of a rapidly expanding city is today among the world's most famous and beloved public parks. With over 843 acres of meadows, hills, ball fields and bodies of water, it's impossible not to find something to enjoy in Central Park.
Back by popular demand, this third annual event returns with a fun-filled activities including steel ...
more >> pan drummers, stilt walkers, mass camp, sponsored tables, and free food for attendees who are encouraged to proudly rep their countries with paraphernalia and flags. First Fridays guests are invited to check out our wonderful pop-up display, “Caribean History,” sign up fora membership, and visit the shop—while networking and dancing the night away. The host for the night will be Dhalimu from Dhali's Closet, along with deejays DJ Slyk and DJ Debbie and special performances throughout the night! Suggested dress code representing your country.
6:00 pm
Donations welcome, registration...
A workshop taught by Noam Tamir. As seen in Men's Fitness, Self, Shape, Health and Huffington Post, this ...
more >> training is going to get you jumping, squatting and sweating, followed by recovery fuel.
6:30 pm
free, no reservation required
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One of William Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies is produced by the irreverent, surprising and critically ...
more >> acclaimed The Drilling Company: Takes place September 1 - 17.
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required
A renaissance is taking place on the southern tip of Manhattan Island. Since the terrorist attacks of ...
more >> September 11th 2001, a concerted effort has been undertaken to redevelop this part of the city, with the redevelopment of the World Trade Center and the construction of the National September 11th Memorial and Museum. And from twilight into the night is the right time to pay a visit to this part of New York City. From the Memorial to the Woolworth Building, City Hall to the Brooklyn Bridge, some of the your most memorable experiences in the city await you. Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
The ghosts of Greenwich Village are too numerous and interesting to meet in just one evening. Due to ...
more >> popular demand, they are offering a new tour, Ghosts of the East Village, as a companion tour to Ghosts of the West Village.
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Love story that follows the young heroine Viola, who disguises herself as a man when she washes up on ...
more >> the shores of Illyria. When Viola’s new boss, Duke Orsino, sends her to win over his unrequited love, the Countess Olivia, Viola’s disguise proves too effective, and the Countess falls for the young girl dressed as a boy instead. Artistic Director of Baltimore’s Center Stage, Kwame Kwei-Armah, directs this musical fever dream about love in all its many disguises, and transformative power of walking a mile in another's shoes.
8:00 pm
Free ticket required
Enoy free stand-up comedy! Produced by Michelle Slonim, a comedian who was featured on Comedy Central ...
more >> , HBO and on SiriusXM Radio. She plays regularly at Late Night at the Comic Strip, Broadway Comedy Club, Carolines on Broadway and at Solas Laughs.