Sticking to a budget can be so hard when you are living in the most expensive city in America. Fortunately, we have got you covered. You can still have a good time in the city of New York without spending a dime. From parties to concerts to exhibits to comedy shows, here are the best free things to do in NYC this week.
Bank of America Winter Village Tree Lighting Ceremony
Catch a theatrical ice-skating show featuring world-class ice skaters like Canada’s bests Kaitlyn Weaver and Andrew Poje, two-time reigning World Champion and four-time European Champion Javier Fernández, and former Olympian Kimmie Meissner. This year’s Winter Village Skating Ambassador, the legendary Johnny Weir will also hit the rink. These and a lot more fun surprises at Bryant Park, 40th St to 42nd St between Fifth and Sixth Aves on Friday, December 2nd at 6:00 pm.
Altered States Special Tour
Join the free tour of the incredible art installation “Sacred Spaces”, which re-creates the experience of meditating in the highest monasteries in the Himalayas, and other immersive ritual exhibitions. After, watch the free screening of Alejandro Jodorowsky’s trippy masterpiece, The Holy Mountain, with the author Daniel Pinchbeck Friday, December 2nd at the Rubin Museum of Art from 8:45 pm to 11:45 pm.
Party Like It’s 1999: All I Want for Christmas Is Mariah Edition
Celebrate Mariah Carey’s 1194 album, Merry Christmas, along with the best hip-hop, pop and R&B songs of the ’90s as spun by DJ Steve at the The Bell House, 149 7th St, Brooklyn on Saturday, December 3rd at 10:00 pm.
Bulletin Holiday Market
Check out this bazaar that has moved indoors for the winter. Get entertained with the live performances brought to you by party organizers Supply New York. Drop by 55 Wythe Avenue on December 3 to 4 at 1:00 pm.
