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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on May 27, 2025?

10 free events take place on Tuesday, May 27 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 May 27 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 May . 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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10 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, May 27, 2025

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Workshop | Tai Chi in the Park: Harmonize Body & Mind


Learn how to practice this traditional system of health and self-defense out in nature. Derived from the philosphy of Taoism, Tai Chi was designed to develop the optimum degree of harmony between body and mind, as well as between the individual and the natural order of the universe. Classes are led by teachers and students who train nearby at CK Chu Tai Chi under the direction of Master Hyland Harris. Classes are rain or shine. All levels are welcomed, and no equipment is necessary. Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated, and wear comfortable, breathable clothes!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 am
Free
Workshops, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, Tai Chi in the Park: Harmonize Body & Mind

Birdwatching | Morning Birding in the Park with NYC Audubon


Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call New York home during migratory season with guided tours by NYC Audubon, led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. This 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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8:00 am
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Birdwatchings, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, Morning&nbsp;Birding in the Park&nbsp;with NYC Audubon

Museums | History, Culture, and Arts of Indigenous Peoples


This cultural institution showcases a vast collection of Native artifacts, such as objects, photographs, archives, and media.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Museumss, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, History, Culture, and Arts of Indigenous Peoples

Workshop | Zumba Class for All-Levels


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
Workshops, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, Zumba Class for All-Levels

Concert | Japanese Artist Who Performed on Grammy Award-Winning Soundtrack


Masayo Ishigure, who has performed at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and BAM, will showcase her Japanese Kyoto musical skills. The acclaimed musician was nominated as one of the "Top 5 Japanese Women Promoting Japanese Culture in New York" by Prime Minister Abe in 2016. Her music can be heard on the Grammy Award-winning Memoirs of a Geisha soundtrack.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concerts, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, Japanese Artist Who Performed on Grammy Award-Winning Soundtrack

Concert | Piano in the Park: Lively Swing Music with Kennedy Center Musician


A five, six, seven, eight… Come on down and swing along to the best ragtime, stride, and jazz the Big Apple has to offer.  The park is pleased to present a performance by Isaac ben Ayala. Isaac ben Ayala has performed and recorded with many notable bands and greats, from Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, Louis and Bellson, to the New York City Ballet and The Sultans of Swing. He has scored numerous films and can be heard on the piano in Block Party, Evening, "The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor Honors - Carol Burnett", and more. His orchestral arrangement, Basin Street Blues, premiered at The Kennedy Center with The National Pops Orchestra and is currently being performed by orchestras around the world.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concerts, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, Piano in the Park: Lively Swing Music with Kennedy Center Musician

Party | Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors


Organizers bring a wider selection of board games to the Games Cart at this event, with games like Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, Catan, King of Tokyo and more. Not sure what to play? The Games Hosts can help you find the perfect game and match up players!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Partys, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors

Park Walk | Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park


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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6:00 pm
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Park Walks, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park

Workshop | Painting with Words: Writing Class


Writers and artists gather to read and discuss their writing in a supportive, relaxed and nurturing environment. Leading the group will be Harold Slazer, founder of the creative writing and acting programs at Middle Collegiate Church, as well as a playwright, screenwriter, poet, and NYFA City Artist Corps grant recipient. Carol Wierzbicki, the editor of Sunday, Middle’s literary magazine, will help you fine-tune your work.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshops, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, Painting with Words: Writing Class

Talk | Photographer and Creator of Journal and Travel Show Brown Passport Discusses Her Professional Journey


This event is a talk with photographer, director, and DP Samantha Isom. Isom spent years as a photo assistant and digital tech to some of the top image-makers in the business, all while shooting on her own. Since then, she’s incorporated more motion/video into her image-making, going out not only as a photographer but also as a camera operator/DP. She has shot all over the world and has created the online journal and travel show Brown Passport. In 2015 she began training to shoot underwater and received her PADI divemaster certificate. Isomhas lived and worked in Chicago, New Orleans, Miami, Philadelphia, and spent a few months living and shooting in Hawai’i, and Indonesia.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Talks, May 27, 2025, 05/27/2025, Photographer and Creator of Journal and Travel Show Brown Passport Discusses Her Professional Journey
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to shows, concerts ... (CFT Deals!)

Classical Music | Sacred Choral Works at a Landmark Venue

Regular Price: $50
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Musical | Hit Show Musical Parody

Regular Price: $58.50
CFT Member Price: $0.00
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