Summer fun doesn’t always have to come with a price tag. Have a blast for nada all season long, thanks to these freebies.
Free Kayaking at Brooklyn Bridge Park
Jun 02, 10:00 AM — Aug 26, 3:00 PM
Pier 2, Brooklyn Bridge Park
Explore East River and your wet and wild side with this free kayaking session.
Party Like It’s 1999: The Summer #1s of the 90s Edition
Jun 02, 10:00 PM — Jun 03, 1:00 AM
The Bell House
Get down to the hottest songs of the 1990s, with “Waterfalls,” “Baby Got Back,” “Genie in a Bottle,” “California Love,” and more keeping the good times going all night long.
Discovery Day at Freshkills Park
June 03, 11:00 AM — 4:00 PM
Freshkills Park
Staten Island’s Freshkills Park is still being developed, but you can check out its progress with a full day of activities that include photography, bicycling, kite-flying, tours, and more.
Museum Mile Festival
June 12, 6:00 PM — 9:00 PM
Fifth Ave between 82nd and 105th streets
For three hours, seven of the city’s museums along Fifth Avenue will open their doors for New Yorkers to get cultured without spending a dollar.
Pitbull at GMA’s Summer Concert Series
June 15, 7:00 AM — 9:00 AM
Rumsey Playfield
See Mr. Worldwide in the heart of NYC before you even go to work and prepare to shake what your mama gave you.
The 36th Annual Mermaid Parade
June 16, 1:00 PM — 5:00 PM
Coney Island
Mermaids will take over the streets of Coney Island for the 35th year of the country’s largest art parade. Start planning your under-the-sea outfits now
Egg Rolls, Egg Creams & Empanadas Festival
June 17, 12:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Museum at Eldridge Street
Head to this free multicultural fest that celebrates Jewish, Chinese, and Puerto Rican culture with a day of food and street performances.
Bryant Park Yoga with Dan Nevins
June 21, 6:00 PM — 7:00 PM
The Lawn
Get your zen on in the heart of Midtown at an hour-long yoga class presented by KeVita.
FIGMENT NYC
Jun 23, 10:00 AM — Jun 24, 6:00 PM
Colonels Row
Take your imagination and hop aboard the ferry to Governor’s Island for a weekend of collaborative art projects that are all free.
PrideFest
June 24, 11:00 AM — 6:00 PM
University Place between 13th Street & Waverly Place
Help celebrate the 25th anniversary of this epic LGBT street festival that features performances, vendors, and tons of activities all in honor of love and equality.
Titanic: Free Screening at Brooklyn Bazaar
June 27, 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM
Brooklyn Bazaar
Fall in love with Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet all over again as you watch this 1997 classic in Brooklyn Bazaar’s Main Ballroom. Seating is first come, first served, so arrive early!
Nathan’s Famous 2018 Hot Dog Eating Contest
July 04, 12:00 PM — 2:00 PM
Nathan’s Famous, Coney Island
Why watch the meaty action on TV when you can see it in real life? Make the trip to Coney Island to see if defending champ Joey Chestnut can eat enough dogs to win yet another Mustard Belt.
Backstreet Boys at GMA’s Summer Concert Series
July 13, 7:00 AM — 9:00 AM
Rumsey Playfield
Backstreet’s Back, alright! And this time, they’re in the heart of Central Park as the guys start your Friday off with a free show that will rock your body right.
FAD Market: Summer Pop-up
July 14, 11:00 AM — 6:00 PM
The Invisible Dog Art Center
Browse the offerings from a rotation of 50 independent makers who will be showcasing their art, jewelry, apparel, bath and body care, tableware, and home furnishings.
Shakespeare in the Park: Twelfth Night
Jul 17, 8:00 PM — Aug 19, 10:00 PM
The Delacorte Theater in Central Park
The popular Shakespeare in the Park series at Central Park’s Delacorte Theater continues with a production of Twelfth Night. Enter the lottery for your chance to score free tix!
NYC Tasting at Ten
July 27, 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Counter Culture Coffee New York Training Center
Get your morning caffeine boost for free when you swing by this tasting that features a different coffee and brewing method each week.
Karaoke Happy Hour at Offside Tavern
Aug 04, 9:30 PM — Aug 05, 4:00 AM
Offside Tavern
Sing your heart out and snag a free shot if you’re brave enough to sing with the DJ!
Meditation on the High Line
August 14, 8:00 AM — 9:00 AM
On the High Line at 22nd St.
Kick off the day by focusing on your breath, high above the city’s streets.
Bar None Comedy Show
August 19, 8:00 PM — 10:00 PM
Bar None
Some of the city’s best talent will showcase their latest routines at this free comedy show—and drinks will be priced two-for-one during the performance.
NYRR Open Run
August 25, 9:00 AM — 10:00 AM
Astoria Park
You could spend your Saturday sleeping in. Or, you could get up and join this fun run like a total baller. We encourage you to choose the latter!
