You've made it! The weekend is finally here in New York City, and you're ready to go out and have some fun. Unfortunately, payday isn't until next week. Take a deep breath and relax because we've done the dirty work for you and rounded top Free Things to Do in NYC this weekend in our up-to-date NYC Free Events This Weekend Calendar that covers the best free concerts (classical, jazz, pop, rock, opera), free comedy shows, art exhibitions (museum, galleries), free and cheap party and nightlife activities & things to do this weekend (this Saturday and Sunday) - in all NYC boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens & the Bronx.

WEEKEND

Saturday, Jan 25, 2025

  • Union Square Greenmarket Saturdays
    FREE Travel & Outdoors
    Union Square Greenmarket Saturdays
    January 25 @ 7am - 5pm. Weekly

    17th Street and Union Square West, New York, New York 10003

    Open Saturdays year-round on North and West sides of Union Square Park - the world-famous Union Square Greenmarket. Beer & Spirits of New York Pop-up March - ...
  • Early Morning Opening: Saluting Achievement: Awards on IntrepidEarly Morning OpeningFAQs
    FREE
    Early Morning Opening: Saluting Achievement: Awards On Intrepidearly Morning Openingfaqs
    January 25 @ 8:30am - 11am

    Intrepid Museum, West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036

    Early Morning Opening The Intrepid Museum offers Early Morning Openings for children with autism or sensory sensitivities (ages 3-18) and their families before ...
  • Vered's Book Release Party NY
    FREE
    Vered's Book Release Party Ny
    January 25 @ 11am - 1pm

    Vivvi Dumbo | Child Care and Early Learning, 55 Prospect Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

    Come join us for the release party of Vered Benhorin's new book What Do I Do With My Baby All Day?! Vered is a music therapist, psychotherapist and beloved ...
  • In-Store: Crafty Storytime w/ Melissa Iwai: Let's Party!
    FREE
    In-Store: Crafty Storytime W/ Melissa Iwai: Let's Party!
    January 25 @ 11am - 11:30am

    Books Are Magic Montague, 122 Montague Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

    Event [hidden] attendees are encouraged to wear face masks at all times.RSVP is highly encouraged but not required.Additional copies of the event book will be ...
  • A Stroll in the Farmers’ Market
    FREE
    A Stroll In The Farmers’ Market
    January 25 @ 11am - 12pm

    Union Square Park, 201 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10003

    The local farmers' market is more than just a place to shop; it's a lifestyle.Join a leisurely stroll through the market. Connect over fresh produce and local ...
  • Practice Speaking Spanish: Brunch and Meet & Greet in NYC
    FREE
    Practice Speaking Spanish: Brunch And Meet & Greet In Nyc
    January 25 @ 11:30am - 1:30pm

    'ESSEN, 290 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10017

    Have a great time speaking Spanish over a delicious brunch while meeting great people. No vocabulary, no grammar, just fun, casual conversation en español with ...
  • KARAOKE @ Midnight
    FREE
    Karaoke @ Midnight
    January 25 - January 26 @ 11:59am - 3am

    WILLIAMSBURG COMEDY CLUB, 308 Bedford Avenue the Rear, Brooklyn, NY 11249

    KARAOKE @ Midnight Come join us for a night of singing your heart out at WILLIAMSBURG COMEDY CLUB! Grab your friends and get ready to take the stage with your ...
  • Join us for MIPAD's  Annual Let's do Lunch!
    FREE
    Join Us For Mipad's Annual Let's Do Lunch!
    January 25 @ 12:30pm - 3pm

    Lagos TSQ, 727 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10019

    Join us for MIPAD's Annual Let's do Lunch! Are you ready for a delicious gathering with great company? Look no further! MIPAD's Annual Let's do Lunch is back ...
  • Latin Dance Classes for kids
    FREE
    Latin Dance Classes For Kids
    January 25 @ 1pm - 2pm

    Nieves Latin Dance Studio, 670 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11211 Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11211

    Registration for our spring semester is now open! FREE trial class for all new students only. Dance classes for all kids ages: Saturday 10 am - ballet ages 3-4 ...
  • Piano Masterclass with Jarred Dunn
    FREE
    Piano Masterclass With Jarred Dunn
    January 25 @ 1:15pm - 3pm

    Third Street Music School Settlement, 235 East 11th Street, New York, NY 10003

    Master Class with Concert Pianist and Yamaha Artist, Jarred Dunn Saturday, January 25 Third Street Music School 1:15pm Open Master Class with focus on etudes ...

Sunday, Jan 26, 2025

  • Leap to the Beat!
    FREE Dance
    Leap To The Beat!
    January 26 @ 10am - 10:45am

    Multi-Use Room, 3225 Reservoir Oval E, Bronx, NY 10467

    A dance fitness class that will not only raise your heart rate, but your spirits as well! Come “leap to the beat” and enjoy the benefits of working out while ...
  • The Van Cortlandt Super Hike (Vigorous)
    FREE Nature
    The Van Cortlandt Super Hike (Vigorous)
    January 26 @ 10am - 12pm

    Van Cortlandt Nature Center, 6040 Broadway, Bronx, NY 10471

    Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. Urban Park Rangers will lead hikers through some of the hidden gems of ...
  • Beam Camp at the Brooklyn Museum!
    FREE
    Beam Camp At The Brooklyn Museum!
    January 26 @ 11am - 5pm

    Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11238

    Join Beam Camp in the Education Center of the Brooklyn Museum to learn Stained Glass making, mosaic, and contribute to a collaborative crochet project that ...
  • Walking Group
    FREE Fitness
    Walking Group
    January 26 @ 11am - 12pm

    Entrance on W 54th Street and 11th Avenue, 11 Av/W 54 St, New York, NY 10019

    This free walking program will help you move your body and connect with others in your community!
  • Prospect Park Super Hike
    FREE Nature
    Prospect Park Super Hike
    January 26 @ 11am - 1pm

    Parkside Avenue and South Lake Drive, 223 Prospect Park Southwest, Brooklyn, NY 11218

    Take a long hike through one of his most famously pastoral parks and escape the busy feel of the city. Explore the hidden paths, waterways, meadows and woods ...
  • Total Body Feteness®
    FREE Fitness
    Total Body Feteness®
    January 26 @ 11am - 11:45am

    Fit4Dance NYC, 21 Snyder Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226

    This class will provide a total body workout for all fitness levels using body weight as resistance.
  • Instrument Discovery Day - For All Ages!
    FREE
    Instrument Discovery Day - For All Ages!
    January 26 @ 11am - 1pm

    Bloomingdale School of Music, 323 W 108th Street, New York, NY 10025

    Instrument Discovery Day Join us for an exciting day of exploring different musical instruments at Bloomingdale School of Music! Whether you're a beginner or ...
  • Brunch & Brawl - A Bollywood style drag brunch
    FREE
    Brunch & Brawl - A Bollywood Style Drag Brunch
    January 26 @ 12pm - 3pm

    fontainhas + (/du.kaan/), 28 Jay Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

    Get ready for an all-new drag brunch showdown featuring frenemies @ru.afza and @malai ! Watch these two queens bring their petty rivalry to life at ...
  • Live DJ in Greenwich Village featuring Shevy at Amity Hall Downtown
    FREE
    Live Dj In Greenwich Village Featuring Shevy At Amity Hall Downtown
    January 26 @ 12pm - 8pm

    Amity Hall Downtown, 80 W Third St New York, NY 10012 United States

    Modern American craft beer and sports destination best known for its diverse selection, handcrafted cocktails and lively atmosphere.
  • Brooklyn Brewery - Free Tours Sundays
    FREE Food & Drink
    Brooklyn Brewery - Free Tours Sundays
    January 26 @ 12pm - 5pm. Weekly - Sundays

    Brooklyn Brewery, 79 N 11th Street, New York, New York 11249

    Free Brooklyn Brewery Tours Sundays every half hour - See INFO below. You'll find there's more to our tours than a couple shiny tanks and some hop jokes. We ...

More Free Things To Do in NYC This Weekend

Besides many free events listed in our NYC Free Events this Weekend calendar above, here are some more Free Things to Do in NYC This Weekend:

Tour the Brooklyn Brewery
No-cost tours every half hour from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Brooklyn Brewery offers no-cost daytime tours on Saturdays and Sundays. Guests can also visit the brewery’s tasting room and explore a selection of food trucks while enjoying a beer-themed afternoon. Each tour is limited to 40 people. 79 North 11th Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn - http://brooklynbrewery.com/visit/visiting-the-brooklyn-brewery

Go Shopping at Brooklyn Flea
A flea market that has been popular for a decade. People from all over Manhattan flock to Brooklyn Flea in DUMBO every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. during its run from April through October. Vendors show up with unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that range from clothing and jewelry to sculptures and crafts. Brooklyn Flea also hosts a number of highly acclaimed food vendors. Manhattan Bridge Archway Plaza at Anchorage Place and Pearl Street in Brooklyn - http://brooklynflea.com/

Listen to Live Jazz Music
Barbès is a renowned jazz club that doesn't charge a cover fee. People from around the city find their way to Barbès to hear live jazz music. The bar features a small back room where all of the musical magic happens. Unlike most bars in the city, Barbès doesn't charge a cover fee to hear some of the best jazz musicians in the NYC. What's more, drink prices here are extremely reasonable. This is an amazing place to be on a Saturday night. 376 9th Street in Park Slope, Brooklyn - http://www.barbesbrooklyn.com/about.html 

See a Live Improv Show at the Upright Citizens Brigade in Chelsea
A no-cost show from a comedy group that has launched plenty of comedy stars. The no-charge Sunday night Upright Citizens Brigade improv show is one of the highlights of the weekend for New Yorkers. You never know which celebrity is going to show up as the guest monologist at this fun event. Guests should plan to get in line by 6:30 p.m. if they want to snag a ticket and be able to attend the 9:30 show. 555 W 42nd Street in New York, NY - https://hellskitchen.ucbtheatre.com/

Do Yoga in the Park
Socrates Sculpture Park offers yoga classes on weekends during the summer. Free yoga classes are available at Socrates Sculpture Park on Saturdays and Sundays from May 19 to Sept. 16. Saturday classes are from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sunday classes are from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. All expert levels are invited to participate. Vernon Blvd in Long Island City, NY - http://socratessculpturepark.org/programevent/free-yoga/ 

Music on the Hudson
As the days get longer, what’s better than sliding into the weekend with free live music down by the Hudson? Head down to the Hudson River for free music and an evening of classical music. Hudson River Park | hudsonriverpark.org 

Party Like You're in LA
Let the good times roll! Project Parlor’s backyard will make you feel like you’re at a Southern California house party. DJs spin the tunes while you chow down on Bowie’s BBQ. Beer is free as long as supplies last! 742 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY | nymag.com/listings/bar/project-parlor

Empandas and Egg Rolls
Cultural delights await you on in the Lower East Side. Watch Peking Opera performers or take a free language lesson at this enormous block party. Grub is available for a price. Lower East Side | timeout.com/newyork/things-to-do/egg-rolls-egg-creams-empanadas-festival

Coney Island Mermaid Parade
Get ready for Coney Island’s 36th annual Mermaid Festival with barely clad sex vixens on grandioso floats. If you’re down, you can even dress up and try to win the coveted title of Queen Mermaid or King Neptune. Where: Coney Island | coneyisland.com/programs/mermaid-parade

Vogue on Sunday
What started as a ceremony of expression has now become the dance of choice. Voguing is to Sunday and brunch is to NYC. Not sure where to go? Check out House of Magnifique or House of Lavin. Where: East Village | eventbrite.com/d/ny--new-york/vogue/

Tribeca Drive-In
Tribeca's drive-in at Westfield World Trade Center is back with its summer series of movies alfresco in the Oculus Plaza. In addition live music and tasty tidbits (for sale), you get to kick back and watch classics like The Princess and the Frog. Tribeca | tribecafilm.com/drive-in

Get Punked
Summer is the perfect time to scope out new music venues. Especially for free. If you’re short on cash, check on all of the summer events on Randall Island, which includes a punk fest. You can rage to more than 70 bands and let those frustrations out. Randall Island | randallsisland.org 

Broadway in Bryant Park
If you haven't been able to score a pair of tickets for a Broadway show, you're in luck. Both on and off Broadway performers are bringing the show to you in Bryant Park. Bryant Park | nycgo.com/events/broadway-in-bryant-park

Pet Day is the Best Day
Take your four-legged pal for a ride on the Wonder Wheel at this annual event. Dress to impress and your pet can even with a $150 Petco gift certificate to buy everything your furry friend desires. Various Locations | stores.petco.com/ny/newyork/pet-supplies-newyork-ny-778.html?cm_mmc=GMapsPet-_-NY-_-NewYork-_-778 

Rubin from the Block
Everyone Knows Jenny from the Block, but have you ever heard of Rubin? Check out this outdoor art festival where you can relax in a mobile garden, build an imaginary future city and watch sand mandala performances. Brooklyn Popcorn Truck and Van Leeuwen ice cream are on hand to keep your tummy happy. 150 West 17th St | rubinmuseum.org

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