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Free Things to Do in NYC in November 2026
Here’s everything free on Free Stuff NYC for the rest of November: 603 verified free events, grouped by week. This page rebuilds itself every few minutes, and an event disappears the moment it ends, so what you see is still ahead of you.
Every card links to the organizer’s official page. Times can change, so check that link before you go. For places that are free any day, see 100 free things to do in NYC.
November seasonal highlights
- Free Holiday Markets in NYC 2026 · 13 verified listings
- Free Veterans Day Events in NYC 2026 · 7 verified listings
- Free Things to Do Thanksgiving Week in NYC 2026 · 18 verified listings
- Free Tree Lightings in NYC 2026 · 33 verified listings
- Free Hanukkah Events in NYC 2026 · 5 verified listings
- Free New Year’s Eve Events in NYC 2026 · 5 verified listings
November 2–8
Union Square Greenmarket
NYC’s flagship farmers market: up to 140 regional farmers, fishers and bakers, plus cooking demos and family activities.
Club Celsius
Celsius's marathon-weekend pop-up clubhouse in Williamsburg: group runs, a dating mixer, a race-day cheer zone with giveaways and an after-party. 18+, RSVP.
The Rink at Bryant Park (free-admission ice skating)
Manhattan's free-admission ice rink in Bryant Park: bring your own skates for free, or rent a pair. Book a time slot online.
Canstruction: giant sculptures made of food cans
Architecture teams build larger-than-life sculptures from thousands of cans, all donated to City Harvest.
Spyder sample sale
Discounted Spyder ski and outdoor apparel at a 260 Sample Sale pop-up.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish)
Free yoga en español (yoga in spanish) class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
SKULLPANDA “OFF MODE” pop-up experience
Free walk-through pop-up from POP MART (maker of Labubu) with three immersive SKULLPANDA rooms.
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Riverside Field House: Fall Bodyroll
A free event at 102nd Street Field House (in Riverside Park) in Manhattan on Monday, November 2, 10:30–11:30. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Free Bryant Park tour
A staff-led 45-minute walk through Bryant Park's history, design and gardens.
Holiday Shops at Bryant Park Winter Village
Rows of glass kiosks with makers, gifts and holiday food around the free Bryant Park rink.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Free yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
The Grand Ofrenda at Times Square
A giant Day of the Dead ofrenda in the Times Square plaza (Broadway at 42nd–43rd St) with live music, storytelling and Mexican state showcases, Oct 30–Nov 2.
Free Entry to Vessel and Edge for Runners
NYC Marathon runners get free entry to Vessel and Edge Oct 29–Nov 5 by showing a race bib or finisher medal.
Chinatown Ice Cream Factory
A Chinatown institution scooping flavors like black sesame, lychee, durian and red bean.
Economy Candy: old-school candy store since 1937
A floor-to-ceiling Lower East Side candy shop with retro sweets, halvah and nostalgic treats.
Japan Village food hall in Industry City
A Japanese market and food hall with stalls for onigiri, ramen, takoyaki and sweets.
Raaka Chocolate factory store in Red Hook
A tucked-away chocolate factory shop with exclusive flavors and free samples to try.
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Artists & Fleas Chelsea Market
A daily indoor makers market inside Chelsea Market with rotating local artists, designers and vintage sellers. Free to browse.
Le Carrousel Extravaganza: Music with Erin Lee
Free kids' show at Le Carrousel in Bryant Park: Music with Erin Lee. No tickets or reservations needed.
Shape Up NYC: Gentle Yoga
Free gentle yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Bronx Medal Monday
A free event at 1125 Grand Concourse in Bronx on Monday, November 2, 13:00–20:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Day of the Dead Family Celebration at Green-Wood
Free bilingual Día de Muertos celebration with family crafts, music and performances at Green-Wood's main entrance meadow and Historic Chapel.
Maker Monday at the Central Library Teen Tech Center
Teens 13 to 18 can try the new Teen Tech Center at Brooklyn's Central Library, including its 3D printer, recording booths and other equipment, in a free one-hour drop-in session.
Free tastings at Flatiron Wines
Walk-in free tastings at Flatiron Wines, no RSVP needed.
Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt
Free cardio sculpt class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Cooper Hewitt Pay What You Wish hour
Pay what you wish admission daily from 5–6 PM. Visitors 18 and under are free all day.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
FOSSS Guided Music Production Session (Beginners) at Central Library
A free two-hour beginner session in the library's Info Commons recording studio: set up a mic, record vocals and work with music software and a MIDI keyboard alongside a facilitator. Only five spots, first-time attendees
Free wine & spirits tastings at Astor Wines
Astor Wines pours free in-store tastings of wines and spirits.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Interval Training
Free bodyweight interval training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Low Impact Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free low impact bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Free yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Chair Yoga
Free chair yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Harlem Run: Monday Night Run
Free pacer-led group run or walk through Harlem, starting and ending at Marcus Garvey Park. Paces from 7 to 12 min/mile plus walk groups.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Power Circuit
Free bodyweight power circuit class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Biology on Tap: science, drinks and trivia at Pete's Candy Store (21+)
Local scientists give a casual talk with games and trivia at this monthly bar night; November's theme is the science of decay. Free entry, 21+.
Juilliard Composition Concert (free)
Juilliard composition students premiere new works written in their studies. Free, no tickets; also livestreamed.
Big Lazy surf-noir trio at LunÀtico
Guitarist Stephen Ulrich's instrumental trio Big Lazy plays surf, twang and noir-flavored sets at 9 and 10:15 PM at LunÀtico.
Vinyl After Hours at Mezzrow (no cover)
After the last live set, Mezzrow's intimate West Village piano room spins jazz records from 11:30 PM to 12:45 AM with no cover charge. A low-key, late Monday date spot.
Forest Fitness
Free outdoor fitness class in Fort Tryon Park: stair climbs, stretching and strength moves, tree ID and forest bathing. All levels.
Bowling Green Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Financial District: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Bronx Borough Hall Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Concourse: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Brooklyn Borough Hall Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Downtown Brooklyn: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
City Hall Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Civic Center: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Elmhurst Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Elmhurst: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Fort Washington Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Washington Heights: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Lincoln Hospital Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Mott Haven: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Poe Park Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Fordham: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Farm Community Volunteer Days at Queens Botanical Garden
Weekly Tuesday morning volunteer shifts on the Queens Botanical Garden farm: learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants.
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing beach and park clean-up initiative!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Veronica Beard Sample Sale
Veronica Beard sample sale run by 260 Sample Sale at 261 Fifth Ave. Free to enter; deep discounts on the brand's goods.
Election Day Nature Programs at Prospect Park Audubon Center
Free school-holiday nature drop-ins at the Prospect Park Audubon Center: leaf art and leaf-litter digs 10 AM-3 PM, plus a 2 PM Fall Leaf Discovery walk.
Fusalp sample sale
Markdowns on French ski and lifestyle label Fusalp. Run by 260 Sample Sale.
SEA New York sample sale
Markdowns on SEA New York womenswear. Run by 260 Sample Sale.
Shape Up NYC: Latin Dance Fitness
Free latin dance fitness class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: New York's Brick & Terra Cotta Industries
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts and masonry bricks that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles common in New York…
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage, featuring the A.C. Brown & Sons Shipyard of Tottenville and…
El Hombrecito: Colombian Music and Visual Storytelling
A family performance pairs a Colombian-inspired visual story with live music and audience participation in Tarrytown.
Guggenheim Pay What You Wish hours
Pay what you wish at the Guggenheim every Tuesday and Sunday from 4 to 5:30 pm. See the Frank Lloyd Wright rotunda and current exhibitions on Fifth Avenue for whatever you choose, an easy low-cost museum date.
Shape Up NYC: Cardio Dance
Free cardio dance class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Dance Fitness
Free dance fitness class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Juilliard Rush Hour Performances (free)
Short after-work performances by Juilliard students at the street-level Juilliard Station space. Free, no tickets; arrive early.
Shape Up NYC: Built To Move Circuit Training
Free built to move circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Flow Dance Cardio
Free flow dance cardio class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Hatha Flow
Free hatha flow class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Tone Up Tuesday
Free tone up tuesday class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Free yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
I PLAY ROCKY Advance Screening
A free event at 1998 Broadway in Manhattan on Tuesday, November 3, 18:00–21:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Shape Up NYC: Fun with Fitness Circuit Training
Free fun with fitness circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Rhythm & Dance Games Night at Wonderville (21+)
Tuesday night of indie rhythm and dance games at Bushwick's arcade bar, with a Scrapeboard tournament at 9 PM. All arcade games are free to play that night. RSVP on the venue page. 21+ venue.
Election Night Watch Party at Union Hall (21+, free)
Watch Election Night results come in with a crowd at Union Hall in Park Slope, 8 PM to midnight on Tuesday. Free with an RSVP; 21+ only.
Eiffel Tower Mic: free 21+ open mic at Brooklyn Comedy Collective
Weekly Tuesday open mic at BCC's Eris Mainstage: sign up at the door at 8:15 PM for three minutes of stand-up, character, clown or music. Free with a suggested donation; 21+.
Pump Up: The Jam weekly improv jam at Brooklyn Comedy Collective (21+)
Weekly improv jam in East Williamsburg where anyone can put their name in and play in a mashup team, or just watch. Sign-ups 8:15 PM, show 8:30 PM. Free with suggested donation; 21+.
Malika Zarra Quartet at LunÀtico
Singer and composer Malika Zarra brings a multilingual quartet with guitar, bass and drums to LunÀtico in Bed-Stuy. Two sets; 9 PM and 10:15 PM.
Bartel-Pritchard Square Greenmarket (Wednesday)
GrowNYC farmers market in Park Slope: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Turtle Bay: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Flushing Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Flushing: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Mount Sinai Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in East Harlem: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Rockefeller Center Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Midtown: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Team RIVER Volunteers
Volunteer with Team RIVER to restore natural areas and care for gardens on Randall's Island. Ages 11+; under-18s need a guardian waiver.
Eloise at the Plaza Event
A free event at 1 West 58th Street in Manhattan on Wednesday, November 4, 10:00–16:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing beach and park clean-up initiative!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Fall Fix-Up Volunteer Day in Prospect Park
Help spruce up Prospect Park after the busy season: path and playground restoration, painting and leaf raking. Adults only.
Bird and Nature Walk at Freshkills Park North Park
Staten Island Museum naturalists lead a free bird and nature walk through Freshkills Park's North Park. Donations welcome.
Free Wednesdays at the Museum of the City of New York
Every Wednesday the Museum of the City of New York on Museum Mile is free for all visitors and stays open late until 9 PM. Pick up free tickets at the counter and explore exhibitions on New York's history and people.
Grant's Tomb (General Grant National Memorial)
The domed mausoleum of Ulysses S. Grant in Riverside Park, plus a small visitor center and overlook pavilion. Free, no pass needed, Wednesday to Sunday 10 AM–4 PM. Open Veterans Day; closed Thanksgiving.
Hamilton Grange Free Ranger-Led House Tours
Alexander Hamilton's Harlem home, run by the National Park Service. Free first-come tours of the historic rooms (14 people max) run Wed–Fri at 11:30, 1:30 and 3:30, with extra weekend times; visitor center open 10 AM–4 P
Shape Up NYC: Step Aerobics
Free step aerobics class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Mornings@LIM: Enduring Hearts gallery visit
A free museum program for people living with dementia and their care partners, exploring Native American history and contemporary art on Long Island.
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: New York's Brick & Terra Cotta Industries
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts and masonry bricks that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles common in New York…
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage, featuring the A.C. Brown & Sons Shipyard of Tottenville and…
Le Carrousel Extravaganza: Repertorio Español/Scaramouches Puppet Theatre
Free kids' show at Le Carrousel in Bryant Park: Repertorio Español/Scaramouches Puppet Theatre. No tickets or reservations needed.
Bronx Museum of the Arts (Always Free)
The Bronx Museum on the Grand Concourse is always free for everyone. Its North Wing galleries are open Wednesday through Sunday, 11 AM to 6 PM, while the South Wing is closed for renovation. Materials are in English and
Grey Art Museum Late Wednesdays (NYU)
NYU's fine art museum on Cooper Square stays open until 8 PM on Wednesdays (11 AM start). Other days: Tue, Thu, Fri 11–6 and Sat 11–5.
Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art (Suggested Donation)
The Leslie-Lohman Museum in SoHo shows LGBTQIA+ art and is open Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 6 PM. It is closed on Veterans Day (Nov 11) and Thanksgiving.
Senior Happy Hour
Our Senior Happy Hour is a time for socialization and fun. We will also have a space available where different table games can be played. Such as bridge, classic chess, Chinese chess, mahjong, and more..
Free Pet Anti-Rabies Clinic
Elizabeth's city calendar lists a free two-hour rabies vaccination clinic for pets at City Hall. Residency rules, registration, capacity and vaccine supply are not stated.
Pay What You Wish evening at the Museum of Arts and Design
On the first Wednesday of the month MAD at Columbus Circle switches to pay-what-you-wish admission from 5 to 8 PM. Tickets are sold in person only; the galleries cover craft, art and design.
Shape Up NYC: intenSati
Free intensati class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Mat Pilates
Free mat pilates class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Strong & Balanced Circuit Training
Free strong & balanced circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Body-Centric Circuit Training
Free body-centric circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Caribbean Dance Fitness
Free Caribbean-music dance fitness class with easy-to-follow steps. Registration through NYC Parks.
Dance Fitness Beats at Hudson Guild (Shape Up NYC)
Free 45-minute Shape Up NYC dance fitness class with easy choreography set to hip hop, reggaeton, soca and Top 40. Registration through NYC Parks.
Dance Fitness World Wide Beats in Astoria (Shape Up NYC)
Free hour-long Shape Up NYC dance workout moving to Latin, Middle Eastern and Eastern European music. All levels welcome; register through NYC Parks.
Armed Objects: Weapons, Ornamentation and the Museum (CBH Talk)
An evening panel in Brooklyn Heights on how museums collect, conserve and display historic weapons, drawing on Center for Brooklyn History firearms and the rifle in its Battle of Brooklyn exhibition. Cooper Hewitt's chie
Wednesday trivia at Pete's Candy Store (21+)
Six tough rounds of general knowledge, music and picture trivia in a tiny Williamsburg bar. Top teams win bar tabs; no reservations, so arrive early. 21+.
Gustavo Figueiredo Trio (NYC debut) at LunÀtico
Brazilian pianist Gustavo Figueiredo makes his New York debut with Rogério Boccato on drums and Gili Lopes on bass. Two sets at 9 PM and 10:15 PM in Bed-Stuy.
Vinyl After Hours at Mezzrow on Wednesday (no cover)
Mezzrow, the small jazz listening room on West 10th Street, turns to jazz on vinyl after its last set, 11:30 PM to 12:45 AM, with no cover. Good for a quiet late drink for two midweek.
Forest Fitness
Free outdoor fitness class in Fort Tryon Park: stair climbs, stretching and strength moves, tree ID and forest bathing. All levels.
175th Street Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Washington Heights: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Boro Park Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Borough Park: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Columbia Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Morningside Heights: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Tucker Square Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Lincoln Square: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing beach and park clean-up initiative!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Prospect Park Stroller Walk
A free guided fall walk for parents and caregivers with babies in strollers, starting at the Boathouse. RSVP on the official page.
Shape Up NYC: Total Body Fitness
Free total body fitness class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Ranger hike at High Rock Park
A two-hour ranger-led woodland hike in the Staten Island Greenbelt.
Craft & Chill
Enjoy a welcoming creative environment where they can explore a variety of artistic techniques and hands-on craft projects. Each session provides an opportunity to learn, create, and discover new interests while…
Greenbelt Adult Hike - High Rock Park - Pouch Camp
Enjoy a crisp and colorful hike through High Rock Park and around Ohrbach Lake located in Pouch Boy Scout Camp.
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: New York's Brick & Terra Cotta Industries
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts and masonry bricks that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles common in New York…
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage, featuring the A.C. Brown & Sons Shipyard of Tottenville and…
Hispanic Society Museum & Library (Free Admission)
The Hispanic Society on Audubon Terrace in Washington Heights is free to visit Thursday through Sunday, noon to 5 PM. Reserve a free ticket before entering the galleries of Spanish, Latin American and Portuguese art. Don
Public Gallery Tour
Solo and group exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationships between nature, culture, and site. When exhibitions are on view in the spring, summer, and fall, Gallery Greeters lead public exhibition…
Free tasting: Nusa Indonesian herbal drinks at Pearl River Mart Foods
Try free samples of Nusa's Indonesian wellness drinks, based on jamu, a traditional tonic of roots, herbs and spices, at Pearl River Mart's food shop on the lower level of Chelsea Market.
Free Environmental Education Center Open Hours
Explore East River wildlife, hands-on exhibits and crafts during a free Brooklyn afternoon.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt
Free cardio sculpt class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Gentle Yoga
Free gentle yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Asilah Oui: Free Films at Anthology Film Archives
Two films explore artistic connections between Morocco and New York, followed by a discussion.
Rally Reading Series at Pete's Candy Store (21+)
The Rally reading series, now in its tenth season, brings Kevin Nguyen, E.Y. Zhao and Aurora Huiza to the stage of this Williamsburg bar for readings followed by audience questions.
Red Parry NYC vs. Wonderville Street Fighter Tournament (21+)
Free Street Fighter V tournament hosted by Red Parry NYC at Bushwick's indie arcade bar, running 7 PM to midnight on a Thursday. 21+ venue.
Native Voices Karenna: two short operas at Cooper Union's Great Hall
New York stage premieres of two short operas by Mohawk-descent cellist-composer Dawn Avery, Trials and Tears and Sacajawea: Women of Many Names, in the historic Great Hall. Free; register ahead, but seating is first come
Demon Time improvised sketch night at Brooklyn Comedy Collective (21+)
Weekly Thursday show of brand-new improvised sketches from a large BCC ensemble plus guests. Doors 8:15 PM, show 8:30 PM; 35 seats first come, then standing room. Free with suggested donation; 21+.
J. Walter Hawkes & Friends play Bennie Green at LunÀtico
Trombonist J. Walter Hawkes leads a sextet through the songbook of trombone great Bennie Green. Two sets, 9 PM and 10:15 PM; at LunÀtico in Bed-Stuy.
Mousse T. at Public Records (21+)
German house and disco producer Mousse T. plays a Thursday late-night set in Gowanus.
97th Street Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Upper West Side: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Corona Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Corona: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Parkchester Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Parkchester: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba Gold®
Free zumba gold® class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Free First Friday at the Noguchi Museum
Museum admission is free on the first Friday of every month. No advance reservation required.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish)
Free yoga en español (yoga in spanish) class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Magnetic Me’s Holiday Playhouse
A free event at 96 A in Brooklyn on Friday, November 6, 10:00–17:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Restoration Fridays at Highland Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this fall to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in Highland Park.
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing beach and park clean-up initiative!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Free Fridays at Poster House
The first museum in the US devoted to posters lets everyone in free every Friday, open late until 9 PM. Exhibitions cover design, advertising and political posters from around the world; final entry 30 minutes before clo
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Free yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: New York's Brick & Terra Cotta Industries
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts and masonry bricks that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles common in New York…
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage, featuring the A.C. Brown & Sons Shipyard of Tottenville and…
Friday late hours at the Studio Museum in Harlem
The Studio Museum in Harlem, devoted to artists of African descent, stays open until 9 PM on Fridays in its new 125th Street building. Tickets are pay-what-you-can, with suggested prices and free entry for kids 16 and un
Free First Friday at the Noguchi Museum
Admission to Isamu Noguchi's museum and sculpture garden in Long Island City is free on Friday, Nov 6, from 11 AM to 6 PM (last entry 5:30 PM). No advance reservation needed.
Free tasting: Sun Yum XO Sauce at Pearl River Mart Foods
Try Sun Yum XO sauce, made with wild-caught Louisiana dried shrimp.
TGIF! Afterschool story and craft hour at Green-Wood
Free Friday story time and crafts for ages 2–5 with a Brooklyn Public Library Kidsmobile librarian, plus the Bookmobile parked outside.
NYSCI Free Community Hours (Fridays)
The New York Hall of Science in Flushing Meadows Corona Park offers free community hours every Friday, 2 to 5 PM. Free tickets open at 10 AM the same day. Hands-on science exhibits for kids and adults.
Battle of Brooklyn Exhibition Tour at the Center for Brooklyn History
A free one-hour guided tour of The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered, with artifacts, archival documents and rare maps about the 1776 battle and how Brooklyn has commemorated it since.
Kiehl's Williamsburg grand opening weekend
Free grand-opening party for Kiehl's first Williamsburg store with giveaways, skin analyses and custom swag.
Open Tech Lab for Teens: 3D printing, robotics, VR (Queens Central Library)
Hands-on tech workshop for ages 13–19: 3D printing, LEGO robotics, digital art, Cricut, VR and more. No registration.
Holiday silent disco at Pelham Fritz
Headphones-on dance party kicking off the holiday season at a Harlem rec center.
Free First Friday: America in Motion
An evening of live music, dance and participatory activities with the nonprofit Vanaver Caravan at the Hudson River Museum.
Whitney Free Friday Nights
Free museum admission every Friday night from 5–10 PM. Timed tickets required; capacity is limited.
Japan Society Gallery Free First Friday
Japan Society's gallery near the UN is free from 5 to 7 PM on the first Friday of the month. On view is Gen'ichirō Inokuma's NYC Salon, the first New York solo museum show of the Japanese modern artist, running through J
Stop In and Sketch at the Hudson River Museum
A free drop-in sketching workshop led by Carolina Amarillo in English and Spanish.
Louis Vuitton First Friday at The Frick Collection
The Frick opens its galleries and special exhibitions free after hours on Friday, Nov 6, 5:30 to 9 PM, with talks, live music in the Garden Court and food and drinks for sale. Free timed tickets are encouraged; visitors
Dead Pete's Society poetry open mic (21+)
First-Friday poetry open mic in the back room of Pete's Candy Store in Williamsburg. Sign-up starts at 7 PM and readings begin around 7:30 PM; listeners and first-time readers are welcome.
Chatroom: OSGEMEOS (free with RSVP, 21+)
Free-with-RSVP club night in Elsewhere's Chatroom featuring OSGEMEOS. 21+.
Reginald Chapman's Chaphouse at LunÀtico
House of Grooves: Eli Escobar All Night (21+)
Eli Escobar's monthly all-night house residency at House of Yes, with Sissies of Mercy in the Onyx Room. 21+.
Karaoke Tremendous at Union Hall (21+, free, midnight)
Late-night karaoke party at Park Slope bar and venue Union Hall, starting at 11:59 PM Friday and running until 3:30 AM. Free with an RSVP; 21+ only.
FAD Market fall pop-up in Dumbo
A curated fashion, art and design market of independent makers. Free admission, and dogs are welcome.
FIDO Coffee Bark in Prospect Park
FIDO of Brooklyn's monthly early-morning dog meetup with coffee in Prospect Park. Always free; bring your dog.
4th Ave Sunset Park Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Sunset Park: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
57th Street Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Hell's Kitchen: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
7th Ave Sunset Park Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Sunset Park: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Abingdon Square Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in West Village: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Bay Ridge Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Bay Ridge: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Fort Greene Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Fort Greene: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Prospect Heights: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Greenmarket at MoMA PS1
GrowNYC farmers market in Long Island City: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Inwood Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Inwood: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
McCarren Park Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Williamsburg: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
St. George Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in St. George: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Staten Island Mall Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in New Springville: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Sunnyside Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Sunnyside: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Tribeca Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Tribeca: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Meet the Tree Day (Rockefeller tree arrival)
Families welcome the Rockefeller Center tree as it arrives.
Early Morning Opening: To the Stars! Space Exploration (sensory-friendly)
A free space-exploration morning at the Intrepid for kids 3–18 with autism or sensory sensitivities and their families, before the museum opens.
Forest Fitness
Free outdoor fitness class in Fort Tryon Park: stair climbs, stretching and strength moves, tree ID and forest bathing. All levels.
NYRR Open Run: Highland Park
A free event at Elton Street and Jamaica Avenue (in Highland Park) in Queens on Saturday, November 7, 08:45–11:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
NYRR Open Run: Shore Road Park
A free event at Lawn Near 79th Street Entrance (in Shore Park and Parkway) in Brooklyn on Saturday, November 7, 08:45–11:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
NYRR Open Run: Soundview Park
A free event at Entrance - Lafayette Avenue and Morrison Avenue (in Soundview Park) in Bronx on Saturday, November 7, 08:45–11:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Queens Super Hike (15 miles)
A 15-mile, all-day ranger-led hike across Queens parks, starting at the Unisphere.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
82nd Street Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Upper East Side: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
It's My Park at Westerleigh Park
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Westerleigh Parks Coalition to help keep Westerleigh Park clean by raking leaves, removing fallen debris or just spruce up around the park. We look forward to cleaning up the…
Queens County Parks Super Hike
Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. Explore nature, discover our city's urban forests, and unplug from the world to clear your head. Join the Urban Park Rangers on…
Every Play Counts, Every Player Matters
A free event at Athletic Field (in Starlight Park) in Bronx on Saturday, November 7, 09:00–15:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
It's My Park at Hunter's Point South Park
This It's My Park season, volunteer with Hunters Point Parks Conservancy for their annual Bulbfest at Hunter's Point South Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Randall's Island Fall Cleanup
Help the Randall's Island Park Alliance clear leaves and litter and get the park's gardens and shorelines ready for winter.
Ranger walk at Snug Harbor
A free Urban Park Rangers walk on the grounds of Snug Harbor.
Shape Up NYC: BollyX
Free bollyx class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Dance Fitness
Free dance fitness class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Christ Church Pelham Classic Car Show
A church-lawn fundraiser show with hundreds of antique, classic, exotic and hot-rod cars, run with the Bronx Mopars club at the corner of Pelhamdale Ave and Shore Rd.
Care Bears Meet the Tree Day
A free event at Rockefeller Center in Manhattan on Saturday, November 7, 10:00–13:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
The Hormone Project with LOLA
A free event at 3 Howard St in Manhattan on Saturday, November 7, 10:00–17:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Teen sculpture workshop: Arts and Activism
Westchester teens can explore art and community through a free collaborative sculpture workshop with Westchester Youth Alliance and Reizck Project.
Café Colmado test kitchen: taste a new release free
Taste a work-in-progress item and give feedback for a chance at prizes; first 100 get free swag.
MoMA PS1 November Open House
A free, all-ages day of new exhibitions, artist conversations and creative activities in Queens.
Staten Island North Shore Parks Super Hike
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a quick-paced hike up varying terrains and trails through Snug Harbor, Allison Pond, Goodhue, and Jones Woods. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
Family Art Project: Raptors in Autumn Sky
Keep your eyes on the sky as you look for migrating hawks soaring and circling above the Hudson River. Be inspired by our feathery friends as you fashion a raptor glider for the autumn breezes.
Bulb Planting at Forest Park
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for a planting event in Forest Park! We'll be cleaning and planting daffodil bulbs in some of the horticultural areas in the park.
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Volunteer Day: El Flamboyan Community Garden
Pitch in at El Flamboyan Community Garden in the South Bronx for a GreenThumb volunteer day of fall garden work.
Introduction to Birdwatching Outings in Prospect Park
Free beginner bird walks led by the Brooklyn Bird Club every Saturday morning from the Audubon Center. No registration; kids under 12 with an adult.
Shape Up NYC: Walking Group on the East River Esplanade
Free community walking group along the East River waterfront, weather permitting.
Fall Foliage Bike Tour with the Urban Park Rangers
Free guided fall bike ride along Staten Island's greenway with the Urban Park Rangers. Bring your own bike and helmet; registration required.
Birding: Fall Migration at Salt Marsh Nature Center
Free beginner-friendly birding walk on the Salt Marsh Nature Trail looking for fall migrants with the Urban Park Rangers.
Dumboween
A free event at DUMBO Archway in Brooklyn on Saturday, October 31, 10:00–19:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Meet the Fleet at Riverside Park's Compost Compound
Riverside Park Conservancy staff show off the trucks, cars and heavy equipment that keep the park running, and explain how the fleet supports its sustainability work. Free.
Edgar Allan Poe Cottage Weekend Visits
Visit the small Fordham cottage where Edgar Allan Poe lived in his final years, run by the Bronx County Historical Society. Open Saturdays 10 AM to 4 PM and Sundays 1 to 5 PM. no one is turned away.
Shape Up NYC: Chair Yoga
Free chair yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Smorgasburg Williamsburg (Saturdays)
Brooklyn's giant outdoor food market on the Williamsburg waterfront, with about 100 local vendors.
Queens Fiber Arts Festival
A free-admission gathering for fiber crafts and local makers at King Manor Museum.
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Playback's Free Street Party Outside BAM
Brooklyn DJs, local art and Double Dutch bring an all-day celebration to Lafayette Avenue.
Park Pitch In: Trail Care in Prospect Park
Spread mulch and widen woodland trails on Lookout Hill and in the Midwood with Prospect Park Alliance.
Artists & Fleas Williamsburg
A weekend indoor market of independent artists, designers and vintage sellers in a Williamsburg warehouse. Free to browse.
Nature's Workshop: Fall Foliage Leaf Art in Lincoln Terrace Park
Collect fallen leaves and turn them into colorful art with the Urban Park Rangers. Free.
Free Saturday Juggling at Bryant Park
Drop in for a juggling lesson or enjoy watching the jugglers practice in the park.
Saturday house tours at the Wyckoff House Museum
Guided tours of New York City's oldest house, a Dutch colonial farmhouse in East Flatbush, every Saturday. Grounds open 11 AM to 2 PM; tours at 11:30 (family style), 12:30 and 1:30 through three furnished period rooms. B
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Traditional Indigenous crafts at Bronx River House
Learn traditional Indigenous crafts and get to know contemporary Indigenous cultures.
Jersey City Leaf Bag Distribution — Lincoln Park
Jersey City residents can pick up free leaf bags at Lincoln Park. Proof of residency is required; the city does not publish quantities or remaining stock.
Jersey City Leaf Bag Distribution — Pershing Field
Jersey City residents can pick up free leaf bags at Pershing Field. Proof of residency is required; the city does not publish quantities or remaining stock.
Shape Up NYC: Chair Yoga
Free chair yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Tree Maintenance Workshop at Snug Harbor
A short, hands-on introduction to pruning and urban tree care.
Bronx River Foodway's 5th Annual Community Banquet
Reconnect with the Bronx River through free recipe tastings, music and art at Concrete Plant Park.
Indigenous Art Workshop with NAIC-NY
Join the the North American Indigenous Center of New York and the Bronx River Alliance for an Indigenous Art Workshop at Starlight Park!
5th Annual Community Banquet
Join us for the 5th annual Community Banquet! Each year the Bronx River Foodway Team brings partners and friends together at Concrete Plant Park to celebrate the lessons learned from the land this year. Centering…
Docent led tours of the Historic Conference House Museum
Take a docent led tour of the Conference House Museum also known as the Billiopp House located on Staten Island, New York and overlooking the Raritan Bay. This two-story grand fieldstone house was built by powerful…
Exhibit: The Shirley Chisholm Way at Lefferts Historic House
Free weekend exhibit on Brooklyn's Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to Congress, at Lefferts Historic House.
Free Community Paddle at Concrete Plant Park
Paddle the Bronx River for free with the Bronx River Alliance. First come, first served; minors with an adult.
NYC ACC Pet Adoption Event at Reade Street Animal Hospital
Animal Care Centers of NYC brings adoptable dogs and cats to Reade Street Animal Hospital in Tribeca. Meet pets and talk with ACC staff about adopting. Free to stop by.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Free yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Nathan Fielder Look-Alike Contest
A free event at New York in Manhattan on Saturday, November 7, 13:00–15:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Family Time: Día de Muertos at The Bronx Museum
A free, all-ages art-making afternoon with Marco Saavedra, contributing to a communal Día de Muertos altar.
Environmental Education Center: Saturday Open Hours
Visit the aquarium and catch the Saturday animal-feeding program during free open hours.
Autumn Eco Crafts and Exploration
Discover the beauty of nature through art! Join the Urban Park Rangers for a hands-on craft program where we will explore the park to find natural inspiration and create our own unique masterpiece. Art supplies will…
Native American Heritage Month: Indigenous Plant Practices
Join the Urban Park Rangers to explore how Indigenous communities have traditionally used local plants for food, medicine, and daily life. Learn how these practices continue to shape ecological knowledge today.
Create Your Own: Seasonal Door Sign
For the upcoming seasons, decorate your own door sign with us. Create a sign that says, "Welcome Home" or "Happy Holidays" or anything you may want to share. Paints, markers, a wooden sign and additional materials…
Antiques Appraisal & Garden Party at Growing Good Community Garden
Free community garden party with an antiques appraisal tent, soup-making station, kids' crafts and a food pantry donation drive.
Diwali Lights Up Asia Society
Family Diwali celebration with Indian dance lessons, an interactive Ramleela puppet show, diya-making, henna, crafts and storytelling.
Discovery Hike: Randall's Island Salt Marsh
Free ranger-led ecology walk through the Randall's Island salt marsh. Registration through NYC Parks.
Historical Walking Tour from the East 4th Street Community Garden
Garden member Jonathan Goldstein leads a free one-hour walk around the block tracing how the land became a community garden, from Native territory to today.
The Lott House: Update Talk at Salt Marsh Nature Center
A Lott House board member gives a free update on reopening plans for Marine Park's historic Lott House and how it will tell the story of the Lott family and Brooklyn history.
Public Gallery Tour
Solo and group exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationships between nature, culture, and site. When exhibitions are on view in the spring, summer, and fall, Gallery Greeters lead public exhibition…
Battle of Brooklyn Walking Tour
Free guided history walk through Prospect Park's Revolutionary War sites, starting and ending at Lefferts Historic House. RSVP required.
Poets House: In Memoriam Stephen Dobyns
Free afternoon of readings honoring poet and novelist Stephen Dobyns at Poets House in Battery Park City.
Free tasting: Nusa Indonesian herbal drinks (Saturday) at Pearl River Mart Foods
A Saturday round of free Nusa jamu-style herbal drink samples at Pearl River Mart Foods in Chelsea Market, made from natural roots, herbs and spices.
Dragon Dance: free Pokémon Champions tournament at Wonderville (21+)
Saturday afternoon Pokémon Champions tournament and dance party with DJs at Bushwick's indie arcade bar. Entry is free and first come, first served; bring a Switch or a phone with the game. 21+ venue.
Pamela Knowles & Friends: Free Library Jazz Concert
Spend a Saturday afternoon with jazz vocalist Pamela Knowles and a piano, bass and drums ensemble at Warner Library.
Before It's Gone: Archive to Survive book launch and panel
Free book launch and panel on community archiving with Brooklyn Hi-Art! Machine at Weeksville Heritage Center. RSVP required.
New Italian Cinema Events
A free event at New York in Manhattan on Saturday, November 7, 16:00–19:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Strange Confessions: Free Play Reading in Riverside Park
Summer on the Hudson hosts a free staged reading of Laura MacLean's new play about an agoraphobic writer who overhears her neighbors' secrets through a kitchen vent. RSVP requested.
Nature Journaling: Nature After Dark at Brooklyn Bridge Park
A free 90-minute evening workshop on Pier 3 with ecological context, prompts and quiet time to start or grow a nature journal, themed around the waterfront after dark. Part of the park's Peace in Nature series.
Bright Five tech salon at Pete's Candy Store (21+)
Experimental salon where five presenters get five minutes each to talk about the past, present and future of technology, followed by open discussion over drinks at this Williamsburg bar.
Free live music: Joe DiOrio at 18th Ward Brewing New Rochelle
Joe DiOrio plays a free evening set at 18th Ward's downtown New Rochelle taproom, which pours its own small-batch lagers and ales.
Unspoken Threads: Free Poetry and Music at RoCA
An evening of live music and poetry brings writers and musicians together in West Nyack.
Anant Pradhan with Larry McDonald (Jamaican jazz) at LunÀtico
Saxophonist Anant Pradhan and Jamaican percussionist Larry McDonald revive the sound of 1960s and 70s Jamaican jazz with a seven-piece band.
Scorpio Stings with Junior Sanchez (21+)
A Scorpio-season dance party at House of Yes with Junior Sanchez, Ultra Violet and DJ Guari.
Flava D + Made to Order at Elsewhere (21+)
UK garage and bass DJ Flava D headlines Elsewhere's full venue, with Made to Order's Dendi's Dad, EJWIZE and Imbueless. 21+.
Benji B, Louise Chen, Hidden Spheres and more at Public Records (21+)
A multi-room Saturday club night in Gowanus led by Benji B, running until 4 AM.
Carroll Gardens Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Carroll Gardens: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Cortelyou Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Ditmas Park: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Domino Park Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Williamsburg: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Forest Hills Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Forest Hills: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Jackson Heights Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Jackson Heights: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
79th Street Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Upper West Side: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Bartel-Pritchard Square Greenmarket (Sunday)
GrowNYC farmers market in Park Slope: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Bensonhurst Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Bensonhurst: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Ruppert Park Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Yorkville: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Tompkins Square Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in East Village: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Stuyvesant Town Greenmarket
GrowNYC farmers market in Stuyvesant Town: regional farms selling produce, bread, eggs and more straight from the stand.
Fall Birding
Fall is peak migration time along the Hudson River, and we have a front seat! Join naturalist, Gabriel Willow as you explore Wave Hill’s gardens, woodlands, and the skies overhead to look for resident and migrating…
Sleepy Hollow Street Fair
Beekman Avenue closes to cars for 145+ craft and food vendors, live music, a kids’ zone and the Headless Horseman.
Rockland Repair Café
Free fix-it volunteers for household items.
Family Art Project: Raptors in Autumn Sky
Keep your eyes on the sky as you look for migrating hawks soaring and circling above the Hudson River. Be inspired by our feathery friends as you fashion a raptor glider for the autumn breezes.
Winterization Workday at Gatehouse Garden
Help put Gatehouse Garden to bed for winter: rake fall leaves and tidy beds at this Amsterdam Avenue community garden (yes, there are chickens).
Whitney Free Second Sunday
Free all-day Whitney admission on the second Sunday of the month, with family programs. Timed tickets required.
The Owls of Staten Island
Join the educators for a fun filled program about owls. Learn about what type of owls live here and their fascinating adaptations. Then dissect an owl pellet and guess what it ate! Weather-permitting, we will take a…
Ranger walk at Soundview Park
A free ranger-led walk along the Bronx River shoreline park.
Ranger hike in Forest Park
A ranger-led hike on Forest Park's wooded trails.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Smorgasburg Prospect Park (Sundays)
The Sunday edition of Smorgasburg on Breeze Hill in Prospect Park.
Fall Foliage Hike
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a beautiful stroll around Soundview Park as we celebrate the changing of the seasons! Learn about the ecology of a fall forest and the science of the changing colors all while enjoying…
Native American Heritage Month: Lenape Folktales
During Native American Heritage Month, explore the past and present experience of Native Americans. Join the Urban Park Rangers as they lead a walk around Snug Harbor to enjoy the beautiful landscape and learn about…
Outdoor Skills: Orienteering and Geocaching Hike
Join the Rangers on an orienteering based hike where the Rangers will teach you how to read and follow maps which will eventually lead to a geocache with prizes inside. Binoculars will be provided to stop and look at…
Fall Foliage Tree ID Hike
Discover the beauty of Forest Park on a colorful autumn hike with the Urban Park Rangers. We will take in the scenic views of the season while learning the scientific processes of fall foliage. Maples, oaks and…
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Park Pitch In: Trail Care in Prospect Park
Spread mulch and widen woodland trails on Lookout Hill and in the Midwood with Prospect Park Alliance.
Fantastic Fungi Mushroom ID Hike in Prospect Park
Free ranger-led forest hike in Prospect Park learning to identify mushrooms and how fungi break down the woods.
Honoring Veterans at Carmine Carro Community Center
Free community Veterans Day commemoration in Marine Park hosted by Assemblymember Jaime Williams.
Docent led tours of the Historic Conference House Museum
Take a docent led tour of the Conference House Museum also known as the Billiopp House located on Staten Island, New York and overlooking the Raritan Bay. This two-story grand fieldstone house was built by powerful…
Native American Heritage Month: Early Food Traditions at the Old Stone House
Free ranger program on Lenape, Dutch and English foodways in early New York, with historic cooking techniques.
Second Sundays Free Open House at Pioneer Works
Pioneer Works' free monthly open house in Red Hook: open artist studios, exhibitions, workshops and live music across all three floors and the garden. Free RSVP; food and drinks sold on site. All ages.
Faire & Flourish Holiday Market at Jody's Club Forest
Staten Island holiday market with 20+ local small businesses plus kids' activities such as face painting. Sunday noon to 4 PM; RSVP online.
Environmental and Tree Stewardship at Snug Harbor
Get outdoors for hands-on tree and landscape care.
Ranger hike in Central Park's North Woods
A guided walk through the wooded ravine and streams of the North Woods.
Art in Public Places 40th Anniversary Celebration
Community art celebration.
Fairy and Gnome Day
Free fairy-and-gnome crafts and forest trail tour in Forest Park for ages 3–12; costumes welcome.
Garden Highlights Walk
Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens. Topics vary by season and the expertise of the Guide--come back for an encore; each walk varies with the Guide leading it.
Historic New York: Vanderbilt Motor Parkway
Discover NYC's storied past with our expert Urban Park Rangers as your guide to historical events, people, and communities that have shaped our city and Parks. Walk along the historic Vanderbilt Motor Parkway, one of…
Nature's Workshop: Create Your Own Nature Field Guide
Every great explorer needs a guidebook. Join the Urban Park Rangers to learn how field guides help us identify and understand the world around us. Then create your own guide featuring the plants, animals, insects,…
Artist Talk with Cecile Chong and Alexander Zev
Please join NYC Parks’ Art in the Parks Program and the Alliance for Flushing Meadows Corona Park, to celebrate this year’s recipients of the Art in the Parks: Alliance for Flushing Meadows Corona Park Art Grant,…
Second Sunday Castle Tours
The Bayside Historical Society's staff and volunteers are offering guided tours of The Castle and its exhibitions on the second Sunday of each month from 1pm-3pm. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes; two tours…
Free Solar Observing at Pioneer Works
Safely view the Sun through filtered telescopes with Amateur Astronomers Association volunteers.
Leaf Peeping Hike in Central Park's North Woods
Free ranger-led fall foliage hike through Central Park's North Woods, waterfall included.
Qigong with Shyvonne at Harlem Roots Community Garden
Free qigong in a Harlem community garden: breathwork, light movement and gentle stretches to live music.
Free tasting: Sun Yum XO Sauce (Sunday) at Pearl River Mart Foods
Sample Sun Yum's XO sauce, made with wild-caught Louisiana dried shrimp, for free on Sunday afternoon at Pearl River Mart Foods in Chelsea Market.
Sunday music open mic at Pete's Candy Store (21+)
Long-running music open mic hosted by Bruce Martin in the intimate back room of Pete's Candy Store. Performer sign-up is at 4 PM and music starts at 5 PM; performers have a one-drink minimum.
Yacouba Sissoko & Siya (Malian kora) at LunÀtico
Malian kora player Yacouba Sissoko and his band Siya play West African music with talking drum and n'goni.
November 9–15
Grand Central Holiday Fair
The annual indoor holiday market inside Grand Central’s Vanderbilt Hall, with local makers selling gifts, jewelry and crafts through Christmas Eve.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish)
Free yoga en español (yoga in spanish) class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Free Bryant Park tour
A staff-led 45-minute walk through Bryant Park's history, design and gardens.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Free yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Volunteer Day: Clara's Garden
A GreenThumb volunteer day at Clara's Garden in East New York, with fall garden chores alongside local gardeners.
Le Carrousel Extravaganza: Zing! Kids Fitness
Free kids' show at Le Carrousel in Bryant Park: Zing! Kids Fitness. No tickets or reservations needed.
Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt
Free cardio sculpt class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Interval Training
Free bodyweight interval training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Low Impact Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free low impact bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Strong and Steady Circuit Training
Free strong and steady circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba Gold®
Free zumba gold® class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Civic Crash Course talk at Public Records (free RSVP, 21+)
Part of the Durations festival: Triple Canopy hosts artists Chloë Bass and Jeremy Toussaint-Baptiste with critic Hal Foster for a conversation about making art in public space.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Free yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: BollyX
Free bollyx class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Chair Yoga
Free chair yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Rebuilding American Democracy: K. Sabeel Rahman (CBH Talk)
Cornell law professor and former federal regulatory chief K. Sabeel Rahman discusses his book Remaking the State with New York Times reporter Talmon Joseph Smith, covering government capacity, public trust and inequality
Harlem Run: Monday Night Run
Free pacer-led group run or walk through Harlem, starting and ending at Marcus Garvey Park. Paces from 7 to 12 min/mile plus walk groups.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Power Circuit
Free bodyweight power circuit class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Conversations in Tusculum: Richard Nelson play at Cooper Union
Richard Nelson's play about Brutus, Cassius and Cicero in the lead-up to Julius Caesar's assassination, presented in the Great Hall with The Public Theater. Free; registration required, entry first come, first served.
Forest Fitness
Free outdoor fitness class in Fort Tryon Park: stair climbs, stretching and strength moves, tree ID and forest bathing. All levels.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish)
Free yoga en español (yoga in spanish) class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Tuesday Stewardship at the Foodway
Volunteer on Tuesday mornings at the Bronx River Foodway and help to steward this community Food Forest. During these mornings, volunteers could be invited to help pull invasive plants or weeds, plant native plants,…
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing beach and park clean-up initiative!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Alice + Olivia Sample Sale
Alice + Olivia sample sale run by 260 Sample Sale at 261 Fifth Ave. Free to enter; deep discounts on the brand's goods.
Shape Up NYC: Latin Dance Fitness
Free latin dance fitness class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: New York's Brick & Terra Cotta Industries
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts and masonry bricks that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles common in New York…
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage, featuring the A.C. Brown & Sons Shipyard of Tottenville and…
Rag & Bone Sample Sale
Rag & Bone sample sale run by 260 Sample Sale at 260 Fifth Ave. Free to enter; deep discounts on the brand's goods.
Isabel Marant Sample Sale
Isabel Marant sample sale run by 260 Sample Sale at 148 Lafayette St. Free to enter; deep discounts on the brand's goods.
Volunteer Day: Clara's Garden
Help build new beds and plant natives at a GreenThumb community garden in East New York. Beginners welcome; supplies provided.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba Gold®
Free zumba gold® class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Cardio Dance
Free cardio dance class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Dance Fitness
Free dance fitness class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Free Evening Juggling Class at Bryant Park
Try a juggling lesson, practice your skills or watch the Bryant Park Jugglers at work.
Shape Up NYC: Built To Move Circuit Training
Free built to move circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Flow Dance Cardio
Free flow dance cardio class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Hatha Flow
Free hatha flow class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Tone Up Tuesday
Free tone up tuesday class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Soca Sweat Dance Fitness
Free soca dance fitness class: full-body workout to choreography and music. Registration through NYC Parks.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Fun with Fitness Circuit Training
Free fun with fitness circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Bacon, Eggs & Toons: Free Animation Screening (21+)
Free animation screening night at Wonderville arcade bar in Bushwick. Doors at 7 PM, screening at 8 PM, wraps by 11 PM. 21+ with free admission.
Stanley Wolukau-Wanambwa photography artist talk at Cooper Union
Artist and writer Stanley Wolukau-Wanambwa, this fall's Henry Wolf Chair in Photography, talks with George Eastman Museum curator Phil Taylor about order in his art and criticism. Free; Eventbrite registration, first com
NYC Veterans Day Parade
The country's largest Veterans Day parade marches up Fifth Avenue, with more than 280 marching units and 25+ floats. Watching from the sidewalk is free.
Volunteer with Team RIVER on Randall’s Island
Help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful with the Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers.
Art Week NYC
A free event at New York in Manhattan on Wednesday, November 11, 10:00–21:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Idlewild Park Forest Restoration
Volunteer with NYC Parks Stewardship to protect forested areas of Idlewild Park! Attendees will contribute to ongoing restoration efforts and learn the importance of species diversity for ecosystem health. Please…
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing beach and park clean-up initiative!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Volunteer Workday: Krystal Community Garden
A Veterans Day volunteer workday at Krystal Community Garden (Vyse Ave & E 180th St) helping with fall garden care.
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: New York's Brick & Terra Cotta Industries
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts and masonry bricks that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles common in New York…
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage, featuring the A.C. Brown & Sons Shipyard of Tottenville and…
Boogie Down Service Project
All ages are welcome to participate in boogie down impact at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center, where we will collaborate to support others. This drop in community service event will feature activities such as…
Alex Crane Sample Sale
Alex Crane sample sale run by 260 Sample Sale at 468 Broadway. Free to enter; deep discounts on the brand's goods.
Proper Cloth Sample Sale
Proper Cloth sample sale run by 260 Sample Sale at 468 Broadway. Free to enter; deep discounts on the brand's goods. Menswear shirting and tailoring.
NYC Parks Girls Flag Football Festival
NYC Parks girls' flag football festival on Veterans Day: 40-yard dash, QB accuracy challenges, obstacle course and drills for ages 14 and under.
Le Carrousel Extravaganza: Repertorio Español/Scaramouches Puppet Theatre
Free kids' show at Le Carrousel in Bryant Park: Repertorio Español/Scaramouches Puppet Theatre. No tickets or reservations needed.
Volunteer Work Day: Flower Door Garden
Lend a hand at Flower Door Garden on Avenue C (Loisaida Ave) in the East Village; tools are provided.
Senior Happy Hour
Our Senior Happy Hour is a time for socialization and fun. We will also have a space available where different table games can be played. Such as bridge, classic chess, Chinese chess, mahjong, and more..
Structure, Status, and Strategy: Business Entities for Creatives
Arts Council of Rockland hosts a free online workshop on running a creative business.
Storytime: Lenape and Corn
Join the Greenbelt Nature Center for a story and craft. We will learn about the Lenape Native Americans and some fascinating facts about corn. We will make a corn craft to take home. Supplies are limited.
Forest Fitness
Free outdoor fitness class in Fort Tryon Park: stair climbs, stretching and strength moves, tree ID and forest bathing. All levels.
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing beach and park clean-up initiative!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Voices of 1776
The Conference House Association and NYC Parks invite you to explore this America 250 Exhibit!
Fall Fix-Up Volunteer Day in Prospect Park
Help spruce up Prospect Park after the busy season: path and playground restoration, painting and leaf raking. Adults only.
Shape Up NYC: Total Body Fitness
Free total body fitness class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Craft & Chill
Enjoy a welcoming creative environment where they can explore a variety of artistic techniques and hands-on craft projects. Each session provides an opportunity to learn, create, and discover new interests while…
Ongoing Outdoor Museum Exhibit: Alice's Terracotta Garden
Terra cotta sculpture garden featuring antique architectural ornaments from Tottenville's Atlantic Terra Cotta Company (west side lawn of Biddle House).
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: New York's Brick & Terra Cotta Industries
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to visit a unique collection of terracotta artifacts and masonry bricks that chronicle turn-of-the-twentieth-century architectural styles common in New York…
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Still Waters: Reflections of a Maritime Community
NYC Parks and the Tottenville Historical Society invite you to an exhibit celebrating the South Shore of Staten Island's maritime history and heritage, featuring the A.C. Brown & Sons Shipyard of Tottenville and…
Union Square Holiday Market
Urbanspace's open-air holiday market returns to Union Square with nearly 200 vendors selling gifts, crafts and treats. Free to browse.
Public Gallery Tour
Solo and group exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationships between nature, culture, and site. When exhibitions are on view in the spring, summer, and fall, Gallery Greeters lead public exhibition…
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Chef Judy Joo book signing at Pearl River Mart Foods
TV chef and restaurateur Judy Joo signs her new Korean cookbook, Mukja! Let's Eat, inspired by K-pop and K-dramas. Free to attend at Pearl River Mart Foods in Chelsea Market; books are sold on site.
Starting Seeds for Community Self-Sufficiency
A free seed-starting workshop at Brooklyn Botanic Garden; the organizer now shows registration closed.
Shape Up NYC: Cardio Sculpt
Free cardio sculpt class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Dance Fitness Fiesta
Free fiesta-style dance fitness class at the St. Albans library. Registration through NYC Parks.
Mark West lecture on pareidolia and form at Cooper Union
Architect and artist Mark West explains design by finding rather than controlling: drawing with pareidolia and form-finding with flexible materials. Free and open to the public in person or on Zoom; registration required
Shape Up NYC: Zumba Gold®
Free zumba gold® class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish)
Free yoga en español (yoga in spanish) class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
November Project WASTE
Help Bronx River Alliance ecologists count, sort and remove floating trash from the Muskrat Cove trash boom, working in the water.
Restoration Fridays at Forest Park
Hands-on forest restoration with NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust: invasive plant removal, trail work and possible planting. Tools provided.
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
Drop-in beach and park cleanup at Conference House Park: borrow a grabber and bucket at the Visitor Center. No RSVP needed.
Running Group
Beginner-friendly NYC Parks Shape Up running group using walk/run intervals to build up toward a 5K.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Free yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Stitch & Chit-Ch(at) at the Long Island Museum
Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery or hand-sewing project to a free afternoon gathering for adults and ages 12 and up.
Free Stargazing at Floyd Bennett Field
Free monthly public observing session with the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field, part of Gateway National Park. Dim your car lights at the entrance.
Neue Galerie free First Friday: 25th Anniversary Exhibition
The Neue Galerie opens free from 5 to 8 PM on Friday, Nov 13, the first free look at its new 25th Anniversary Exhibition. Expect a line outside; no children under 12.
DURATIONS festival club night: Dasha Rush, Decoder and more at Public Records (21+)
The opening club night of the DURATIONS festival weekend, with experimental techno across three rooms in Gowanus.
Rhythm in Ritual by Xeno Collective (21+)
Xeno Collective hosts a night of house and dance music at House of Yes with Native Sun, JazzyWoo, DJ Shango, DJ Born and Zen Xaria, partly in tribute to the late DJ June Rodriguez.
Inner Sin: Henrik Schwarz Live (21+)
Electronic night at House of Yes with a live set by Henrik Schwarz plus Viken Arman and Kiyoshi.
Cut Copy (DJ set) at Elsewhere (21+)
Australian band Cut Copy play a DJ set across Elsewhere's full venue, with ራሄል (Rachel), Disco Bambino, Kristine Barilli and Gravitational. 21+.
Free Play Night: Jake Korolev + stjarnafaen at Wonderville (21+)
Late-night DJ party at Bushwick's indie arcade bar with no cover and free arcade play, 11 PM to 3 AM, featuring Jake Korolev, stjarnafaen and friends. 21+ only.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
It's My Park Cleanup at Westerleigh Park
Rake leaves, clear fallen debris and tidy up Westerleigh Park with the Westerleigh Parks Coalition during NYC Parks' It's My Park season. A neighborhood morning of volunteering, 9 AM to noon.
Beach & park clean-up at Conference House Park
A self-directed beach and park clean-up with NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy.
Ranger walk at Conference House Park
A free ranger walk at the southern tip of New York State.
Brooklyn Flea Holiday Market in Dumbo
Weekend holiday edition of the Brooklyn Flea with vintage, makers and food under the Manhattan Bridge.
Shape Up NYC: BollyX
Free bollyx class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Dance Fitness
Free dance fitness class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Native Planting Volunteer Day in Forest Park
Plant native trees and shrubs in Forest Park's understory with NYC Parks, the Forest Park Trust and the Natural Areas Conservancy, and learn how forest health is monitored. Tools provided, no experience needed; registrat
Broadway Beautification Volunteer Day in Fort Tryon Park
Two-hour cleanup along Fort Tryon Park's Broadway Promenade with the Fort Tryon Park Conservancy and NYC Parks. Meet at the Broadway Greeting Garden; tools and gloves are provided. Groups of five or more must RSVP ahead;
Greenbelt Volunteer Day: Invasive Plant Removal at Buttonbush Swamp
Help the Greenbelt Conservation Corps pull invasive phragmites and stiltgrass to improve the health of Buttonbush Swamp. Meet at the Egbertville Ravine sign on Meisner Avenue across from Rockland Avenue. Free; sign-up re
Inwood Hill Park Forest Restoration Volunteer Day
Join the NYC Parks Stewardship Team on restoration work in Manhattan's last natural forest and learn why species diversity matters. Wear sturdy shoes, long sleeves and pants. Space is limited and registration is required
Annual Leaf Lift Volunteer Day in Riverside Park
Riverside Park Conservancy volunteer morning raking leaves off busy park paths; collected leaves are composted in the park. No experience needed and gloves are provided. Register for the 102nd St, Tiemann Place or Palisa
Falling for Nature Hike at Conference House Park
Urban Park Rangers lead an easygoing fall hike at the southern tip of New York State, looking at how plants and animals get ready for winter. Free, no registration.
Roebling Rink Opening Day: Free Morning Skate Sessions
Brooklyn Bridge Park's outdoor Roebling Rink opens for the season with two no-cost skate sessions (tickets required, limited), plus park educator crafts and the Brooklyn Museum's Museum on Wheels in the afternoon.
Roebling Rink Opening Day Celebration
A free event at Roebling Rink at Brooklyn Bridge Park in Brooklyn on Saturday, November 14, 10:30–14:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Shape Up NYC: Chair Yoga
Free chair yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Pearl River Food Truck Festival
Food truck festival (free entry).
Writing & Dramaturgy: A Bilingual Talk
A free event at The Clemente in Manhattan on Saturday, November 14, 11:00–13:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Designing Women Market at The New York Historical
Free one-day market of jewelry, clothing and accessories by women makers and designers.
It's My Park Cleanup at Seaside Wildlife Nature Park
Pirate Park Families leads a 90-minute volunteer session tending the garden bed and cleaning the shoreline and paths at this Great Kills waterfront park. Meet by the boardwalk area.
Discovery Hike: Waterfront Ecosystems at Bushwick Inlet Park
Urban Park Rangers lead an hour-long walk on how native plants, shoreline habitat and restored coastal features help wildlife and protect the East River waterfront. Free; register online.
Behind the Smile: Animal Adaptations in Astoria Park
Hands-on ranger program in Astoria Park using real skulls and teeth to show how animals' jaws reveal what they eat and how they live. Free, no sign-up.
Shape Up NYC: Bodyweight Circuit Training
Free bodyweight circuit training class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Recycling Holiday Scraps at Queens Farm — sold out
A free workshop on community composting and holiday waste; the organizer’s registration page currently lists the November session as sold out.
Jersey City Leaf Bag Distribution — Hamilton Park
Jersey City residents can pick up free leaf bags at Hamilton Park. Proof of residency is required; the city does not publish quantities or remaining stock.
Jersey City Leaf Bag Distribution — Van Vorst Park
Jersey City residents can pick up free leaf bags at Van Vorst Park. Proof of residency is required; the city does not publish quantities or remaining stock.
Shape Up NYC: Chair Yoga
Free chair yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Free Solar Observing at St. Nicholas Park
Daytime Sun-gazing through filtered telescopes on the James Baldwin Lawn in Harlem.
Día de los Hongos: Free Myco-Drawing and Mushroom Walk at Green-Wood
Bilingual Spanish and English mushroom drawing workshop followed by a fungi-spotting walk through Green-Wood Cemetery, led by artists and New York Mycological Society experts. Materials provided; all ages and beginners w
Holiday Vendor Market at the St. George Theatre
Free holiday shopping day inside the historic St. George Theatre with 35 local vendors selling handmade goods, jewelry, clothing and art. Noon to 4 PM.
NYC ACC Pet Adoption Event at Office of Council Member Shaun Abreu
Animal Care Centers of NYC brings adoptable dogs and cats to Office of Council Member Shaun Abreu in Hamilton Heights. Meet pets and talk with ACC staff about adopting. Free to stop by.
Fairfield University Art Museum Family Day
Fall leaf crafts family day.
Fall foliage hike in Prospect Park
A ranger-led autumn foliage walk starting at the Picnic House. No registration.
Ranger walk in Riverdale Park
A one-hour ranger walk in the wooded Hudson River park.
Shape Up NYC: Yoga
Free yoga class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Fire Cider Workshop at Randall's Island Urban Farm
Make your own batch of fire cider, a warming herbal tonic, using herbs and produce grown on Randall's Island Urban Farm. Materials and guidance are provided and you take your jar home.
Hiking Club Series: Sappy Trails in Riverdale Park
A one-hour ranger hike in Riverdale Park about tree sap and forest health, with tips on identifying common NYC tree species along the way. Free, drop in.
The Secret Lives of Insects in Highland Park
Urban Park Rangers walk Highland Park looking at pollinators, predators, decomposers and parasites, and the jobs insects do in city woods. Free, drop in.
Stephanie Dinkins: Anchoring Home, public exhibition opening
Free public opening of artist Stephanie Dinkins's exhibition Anchoring Home at the Staten Island Museum. Register; donations welcome.
Hot Five Centennial Listening Session, Part 3
Free listening session marking 100 years of Louis Armstrong and His Hot Five's November 1926 recordings, played from original 78 rpm records with the stories behind them.
Poets House: Verge Books launch of The Tablets by Armand Schwerner
Free book launch and readings for Verge Books' edition of Armand Schwerner's The Tablets at Poets House.
Free Stargazing at Great Kills Park
Night-sky viewing at Great Kills Park; AAA says to meet at the south end of the parking lot along Buffalo St.
Juilliard MAP Open Recital (free)
Young musicians from Juilliard's Music Advancement Program (ages 8–18) perform in a free open recital. No tickets needed.
Smash Bash Vol. 28 Super Smash Bros. Night at Wonderville (21+)
Super Smash Bros. tournament night at Wonderville in Bushwick, 9 PM to 1 AM. Coming to watch is free. 21+ venue.
Ridgewood Rendezvous Drag Show at Cassette (21+)
Cassette's weekly Saturday night drag show in Ridgewood, running 10 PM to 2 AM. No cover with a DICE ticket; bring cash to tip the performers. 21+ only.
Full Throttle: Mha Iri (21+)
A fast, high-energy techno night at House of Yes headlined by Mha Iri, with Duck Trash and BEARCAT.
X-Coast (open to close) at Elsewhere (21+)
X-Coast plays open to close at Elsewhere, with 6 SENSE, K.ONE and PAN!C ROOM also on the lineup. 21+.
Pre-Thanksgiving Bird Walk in Prospect Park
Morning bird walk with Prospect Park Alliance and the Brooklyn Bird Club looking for late-fall arrivals and winter residents like finches, woodpeckers, nuthatches, wrens, waterfowl and raptors. No registration; kids unde
Sunday Stewardship in Fort Tryon Park's Heather Garden
Weed, clear debris and prep beds for planting with NYC Parks horticulture staff in Fort Tryon Park. Sign in at the Heather Garden's Margaret Corbin Circle entrance at 10 AM; tools and gloves provided. Groups of five or m
Street Tree Care at Harlem Valley Garden
Harlem Valley Garden teams up with LES Ecology Center for a morning of street tree care around the block. Open community event; new volunteers welcome.
Winter Composting with Big Reuse on Randall's Island
Volunteer with Big Reuse to keep the Urban Farm's compost system running: process food scraps, turn active piles and sift finished compost. Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get dirty, and bring water.
Autumn Leaves Story Time and Craft at Greenbelt Nature Center
Fall stories for ages 4 to 8 with a grown-up, then a leaf collage craft and a short leaf-gathering walk if the weather allows (indoors if it rains). Free; sign-up required.
Gobble Games Family Board Game Extravaganza
A free seasonal event at Gymnasium, St. John's Park in Brooklyn, listed on the NYC Parks events calendar.
Ricitos and the Three Bears
A free seasonal event at Carmine Carro Community Center, Marine Park in Brooklyn, listed on the NYC Parks events calendar.
Ranger walk on Hunter Island
A ranger-led walk on Hunter Island in Pelham Bay Park.
Shape Up NYC: Zumba
Free zumba class from NYC Parks' Shape Up NYC program.
Community Archiving Day at Queens Museum
Meet the people preserving NYC's stories through collections, community projects and conversation.
ArtAccess Museum Explorers for Children with Disabilities
A bilingual artmaking and gallery-exploration session for children ages 6–12 with disabilities and their families or friends.
NYC ACC Pet Adoption Event at Office of Council Member Gale Brewer
Animal Care Centers of NYC brings adoptable dogs and cats to Office of Council Member Gale Brewer in Upper West Side. Meet pets and talk with ACC staff about adopting. Free to stop by.
Environmental and Tree Stewardship at Snug Harbor
Get outdoors for hands-on tree and landscape care.
Designing and Managing Community Composting Spaces
Explore how to organize an accessible, sustainable neighborhood composting site.
Junior Volunteer Corps: Family Leaf Raking in Prospect Park
A family-friendly volunteer afternoon: kids, parents and youth groups rake leaves in Concert Grove. Tools provided.
Fireside Meditation at Crotona Nature Center
Urban Park Rangers guide a calm hour of safe, meditative fire activities about warmth, light and the changing seasons at the Crotona Nature Center. Free, just show up.
Battle of Fort Washington 250th Anniversary in Fort Tryon Park
Free living-history afternoon marking 250 years since the 1776 Battle of Fort Washington, fought where Fort Tryon Park is now: reenactments, live music, blacksmith and historic food demos.
ArtAccess Open Studio for Teens and Adults with Disabilities
Explore art and the galleries with peers in a bilingual program for people with disabilities ages 12 and up.
Free Stargazing in Elmhurst
Free evening stargazing with Amateur Astronomers Association volunteers at the corner of Broadway and Elmhurst Ave., just outside Moore Homestead Playground. Same-day sungazing runs 11 AM–12:30 PM.
Free Stargazing at Pioneer Works
Evening telescope viewing in the Pioneer Works garden with Amateur Astronomers Association volunteers.
Terence Tao: Six Math Essentials at Pioneer Works
Fields Medalist Terence Tao talks math, his book Six Math Essentials and how AI is changing research with Janna Levin. Doors 6 PM, talk 7 PM; free RSVP, first-come seating. Telescopes in the garden, weather permitting.
November 16–22
Le Carrousel Extravaganza: Music with FunkyTown Playground
A free kids' music session from FunkyTown Playground at Le Carrousel in Bryant Park, part of the Parks fall series. No tickets or reservations needed.
Vessel Holiday Lighting Ceremony at Hudson Yards
Free kickoff of Hudson Yards' holiday season: live music headlined by Anthony Ramos and the debut of Vessel's new light show.
Wedding Salon NYC November 16
A free event at The Maison Projects in Manhattan on Monday, November 16, 17:00–20:30. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Lifelong Studio Printmaking: First Session for Adults 55+
A free eight-session Bronx Museum course explores storytelling through printmaking; registration opens November 2.
Harlem Holiday Lights
Illuminated floats, music and performances on 125th Street.
Sean Lally architecture lecture at Cooper Union
Architect and author Sean Lally talks about designing for the glitches, snags and unintended consequences of ambitious projects, followed by a moderated Q&A. Free and open to the public in person or on Zoom; registration
Fall Fix-Up Volunteer Day in Prospect Park
Help spruce up Prospect Park after the busy season: path and playground restoration, painting and leaf raking. Adults only.
Crotona Park Work Together Wednesday
Help the Crotona Park Gardeners clear weeds and litter from the park's entrance gardens and planted beds. Meet at the Tennis House, 1700 Crotona Avenue; bring water. Free with online sign-up.
Le Carrousel Extravaganza: Magic with Lee Barrett
Magician Lee Barrett performs a free kids' magic show at Le Carrousel in Bryant Park, part of the Parks fall series. No tickets or reservations needed.
Juilliard Concerto Competition Finals (free)
Hear Juilliard students compete for a concerto slot; this final features Lowell Liebermann's Flute Concerto No. 1. Free, no tickets.
Comfy Classical at Dyckman Farmhouse
Free evening string salon inside an 18th-century Inwood farmhouse: cellist Sasha Ono and Emily Garrison play classical, tango and pop covers while guests settle in wearing loungewear.
Stealing America: Free Virtual Lecture with Linford D. Fisher
Join the Long Island Museum online for a historian's exploration of Indigenous enslavement and land loss.
In the Room: David Hume Kennerly at Cooper Union's Great Hall
Pulitzer-winning photographer David Hume Kennerly shares the stories behind 60 years of historic images, in conversation with historian Mark Updegrove at Cooper Union's Great Hall. Free with registration; seating first-c
Greenbelt Adult Hike: St. Francis Woodlands
A two-hour-plus Greenbelt hike from High Rock Park into the state parkland of St. Francis Woodlands, with fall color and views. Sturdy shoes and water advised.
Giving Thanks to Community at Success Garden
A free community thank-you afternoon at an East New York garden with a pantry food distribution, hot food, art activities and music.
Nature Storytime at Brooklyn Bridge Park
Nature-themed books, songs and rhymes with Brooklyn Public Library librarians at the park’s Environmental Education Center.
Free Third Thursday Evening at the Jewish Museum
Admission to the Jewish Museum on Fifth Avenue at 92nd Street is free on Thursday, Nov 19, from 5 to 8 PM as part of its Third Thursdays evenings, a chance to see art and Jewish culture exhibitions after work.
Salsa Party at the Brooklyn Museum
Free salsa lesson with Balmir Dance Society, then social dancing, live music and performances in the museum lobby.
Wayzgoose Holiday Kick Off at the Seaport Museum
Discostan with Omid Walizadeh and Mansaf Mama at Public Records (21+)
The Discostan party comes to Gowanus on a Thursday night with Omid Walizadeh and Mansaf Mama.
Ecology Park Forest Restoration Volunteer Day
A two-hour NYC Parks Stewardship session restoring the woods at Ecology Park in Bergen Beach. Dress for dirt with long sleeves and sturdy shoes. Space is limited and registration is required; groups of 10 or more email t
Mall at Bay Plaza Christmas Tree Lighting
Free outdoor tree lighting in the Bronx with light-up holiday characters, an XFactor Drumline parade with Santa, and a DJ dance party with kids' giveaways. Santa lights the tree at 6 PM; free turkey tickets handed out to
Free Stargazing in Parkchester
Free telescope viewing in Parkchester's Eastern Park with the Amateur Astronomers Association; rain date Saturday, Nov 21.
Free live music: Tim Brown at 18th Ward Brewing New Rochelle
Tim Brown plays a free evening set at 18th Ward's downtown New Rochelle taproom, which pours its own small-batch lagers and ales.
FUTCH: Queer Women's Dance Party (21+)
FUTCH, a dance party for queer women and the people who love them, hosted by Amy Ordman and JPAN at House of Yes.
Alley Pond Park Tree and Shrub Planting (Volunteer)
Volunteer with the NYC Parks Stewardship Team to plant trees and shrubs in the Alley Pond Park forest. Training provided; wear sturdy shoes and clothes that can get dirty. Under 18 needs a chaperone; registration require
Discovery Hike: Pond and Freshwater Ecology at Silver Lake Park
A hands-on Urban Park Rangers walk at Silver Lake Park looking at pond life from slugs and flies to fish and waterfowl. Expect to get a little wet. Free, no registration.
Crotona Park Stewardship Saturday (Volunteer)
Volunteer with Crotona Park staff clearing leaves and debris around Indian Lake and picking up trash across the park. Meet at the Tennis House; bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Free, register online.
Putting the Garden to Sleep: Joe Holzka Community Garden Cleanup
Help the Joe Holzka Community Garden group get ready for winter: tidy the beds, put away hoses, empty rain barrels, trim plants and stow tools in the shed. Free volunteer day.
Ranger hike from Forest Park's Overlook
A two-hour ranger-led hike through Forest Park.
Park Pitch In: Fall Leaf Raking in Prospect Park
Rake fall leaves around Prospect Park's 3rd Street and Willink entrances with Prospect Park Alliance.
Birding: Owls at Pelham Bay Park's Orchard Beach
Learn the behavior and diet of NYC's owls and look for them on an Urban Park Rangers birding walk from the Orchard Beach Pavilion. Beginners welcome; free, no registration.
Forest Park Super Hike with the Urban Park Rangers
A two-hour long-distance Urban Park Rangers hike through the woods of Forest Park, starting at The Overlook. Dress warmly and wear hiking shoes. Free, no registration.
NYC ACC Pet Adoption Event at The Spot BK (Day 1)
Two-day adoption pop-up by Animal Care Centers of NYC at The Spot BK in East Williamsburg, sponsored by Best Friends Animal Society. Meet adoptable pets. Free to attend.
Jersey City Leaf Bag Distribution — Audubon Park
Jersey City residents can pick up free leaf bags at Audubon Park. Proof of residency is required; the city does not publish quantities or remaining stock.
Falling for Nature Hike in Central Park
A relaxed late-autumn nature walk through Central Park with the Urban Park Rangers, spotting fall color and how wildlife prepares for winter. Free, drop in.
Living With Urban Coyotes in Claremont Park
Urban Park Rangers explain coyote biology, show good wildlife-viewing spots in Claremont Park and share how to coexist safely with NYC's coyotes. Free.
Greenbelt Natural History Hike with Dr. Eric W. Sanderson
Ecologist Eric W. Sanderson and Greenbelt educators lead a walking talk on how glacial terrain shaped LaTourette Park and the Greenbelt trails. Ages 12+, sturdy shoes. Free; register on Eventbrite.
Free tasting: KYUNU instant noodles at Pearl River Mart Foods
Taste KYUNU noodles, made with traditional methods like Hong Kong egg noodles.
Queens Center 'Let It Glow' Tree Lighting
Mall tree lighting ceremony.
Free Stargazing at Highbridge Park
Free public stargazing in Washington Heights' Highbridge Park near the Highbridge Recreation Center.
Astronomy: Autumn Sky in Inwood Hill Park
Evening stargazing with the Urban Park Rangers: a short talk on the science and folklore of the November sky, then views through telescopes and binoculars. Free.
Sinéad, ketia, Bennet and more at Public Records (21+)
A Saturday club night in Gowanus with Sinéad, ketia, Bennet, Mx. Blaire and Rachel, running until 4 AM.
Tamagotchi Times Square Spectacular (30th anniversary)
Free all-day Tamagotchi 30th birthday pop-up in Times Square with giveaways, photo ops and a 7 PM screen takeover.
Muscoot Farm Holiday Gift Market
County farm holiday market.
Birding: Fall Migration at Blue Heron Park
Beginner-friendly ranger bird walk around Blue Heron Park's ponds and woods, looking for migrating warblers, raptors and more. Free, no registration.
Park Pitch In: Fall Leaf Raking in Prospect Park
Rake fall leaves around Prospect Park's 3rd Street and Willink entrances with Prospect Park Alliance.
Autumn Mushroom ID Hike in Van Cortlandt Park
Urban Park Rangers lead a walk on the Kieran Trail to spot and identify seasonal fall mushrooms on the forest floor. Free, no registration needed.
Outdoor Skills: Knot Tying in Travers Park
A free hands-on Urban Park Rangers workshop on tying useful outdoor knots, meeting at the 34th Avenue entrance of Travers Park. No registration needed.
Magnetic Archery in Owl's Head Park
Urban Park Rangers teach a free beginner archery lesson using safe magnetic arrows and targets. All equipment provided; ages 8 and up; no registration needed.
NYC ACC Pet Adoption Event at The Spot BK (Day 2)
Two-day adoption pop-up by Animal Care Centers of NYC at The Spot BK in East Williamsburg, sponsored by Best Friends Animal Society. Meet adoptable pets. Free to attend.
Nature Sketching Hike in Brookfield Park
Fall hike in Brookfield Park with Urban Park Rangers, ending in an outdoor sketching session overlooking the Staten Island Lighthouse. Supplies provided, free.
Environmental and Tree Stewardship at Snug Harbor
Get outdoors for hands-on tree and landscape care.
Hibernation and Brumation Hike in Cunningham Park
Learn how NYC park animals survive winter, and the difference between hibernating and brumating, on a 90-minute Urban Park Rangers hike. Free, no registration.
Native American Heritage Month: Walking Lenapehoking
A free Urban Park Rangers walk through Inwood Hill Park on Lenape history, seasonal ecology and living traditions, for Native American Heritage Month. No registration.
Free Adult Printmaking Workshop at Queens Museum
Try hands-on printmaking with teaching artist Lujiang Li in a relaxed, beginner-friendly class.
Seal Exploration at Orchard Beach
Look for the harbor seals that winter in Long Island Sound off Orchard Beach and learn about them with the Urban Park Rangers. Free, no registration needed.
Freedom Seekers: Stories by the Fire in Prospect Park
Outdoor storytelling with the Urban Park Rangers sharing poems and accounts from Underground Railroad freedom seekers. Free, no registration needed.
Free tasting: Bad for Business Banana Ketchup at Pearl River Mart Foods
Try Bad for Business banana ketchup, a Filipino-style condiment, at a free Sunday afternoon tasting inside Pearl River Mart's food shop in Chelsea Market.
Patchogue Holiday Boat Parade (30th)
Lit-up boats parade the river.
November 23–29
Le Carrousel Extravaganza: Music with Andy & Suzanna
Andy & Suzanna lead a free kids' music session at Le Carrousel in Bryant Park, part of the Parks fall series. No tickets or reservations needed.
FOCKER IN-LAW Advance Screening
A free event at Regal Union Square in Manhattan on Monday, November 23, 19:00–21:00. Check the organizer's page for RSVP and details before you go.
Santa's Mailbox in White Plains
Drop letters to Santa.
Fall Fix-Up Volunteer Day in Prospect Park
Help spruce up Prospect Park after the busy season: path and playground restoration, painting and leaf raking. Adults only.
Le Carrousel Extravaganza: Magic with Looney Louie
Looney Louie closes the Parks fall series at Le Carrousel in Bryant Park with a free kids' magic show the day before Thanksgiving. No tickets needed.
100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The 100th parade, with a record 100 balloons and inflatables marching 2.5 miles down to Herald Square.
Post-Thanksgiving Day Hike: The Alley Giant
A free seasonal event at Alley Pond Adventure Course, Alley Pond Park in Queens, listed on the NYC Parks events calendar.
Post-Thanksgiving Day Hike
A free seasonal event at Van Cortlandt Nature Center, Van Cortlandt Park in Bronx, listed on the NYC Parks events calendar.
Post-Thanksgiving Day Hike
A free seasonal event at Nevada Avenue Parking Lot, High Rock Park in Staten Island, listed on the NYC Parks events calendar.
Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa's Workshop
Live reindeer; free entry & parking (Santa photos paid). Free to attend; Santa photos are paid.
Post-Thanksgiving Day Super Hike
A free seasonal event at Audubon Center at the Boathouse, Prospect Park in Brooklyn, listed on the NYC Parks events calendar.
Post-Thanksgiving Day Hike: Northern Manhattan Parks Super Hike
A free seasonal event at Inwood Hill Park in Manhattan, listed on the NYC Parks events calendar.
Palmer Square Annual Tree Lighting
Princeton's downtown tree lighting.
Northport Village Christmas Tree Lighting
Harbor-side village tree lighting.
Ranger walk in Springfield Park
A free ranger-led walk in southeast Queens.
Gather Around the Campfire at Hunter's Point South Park
Warm up at a waterfront campfire while Urban Park Rangers share stories of NYC's urban wildlife at Hunter's Point South Park. Free, no registration.
Historic New York: Mount Morris Fire Watchtower Open Access
Urban Park Rangers open the restored Mount Morris Fire Watchtower in Marcus Garvey Park and talk about its history. Open access 1 to 2:45 PM; free, no registration.
Santa's Arrival & Lighting of the Morristown Green
Santa, music. Free to attend; Santa photos are paid.
5th Avenue Tree Lighting & Small Business Saturday in Park Slope
The Park Slope Fifth Avenue BID lights its holiday tree at 4th Street on Small Business Saturday, with Santa, live music, puppetry, treats and free shopping bags for people browsing the avenue's local shops.
Manhasset Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Santa, performances, cocoa and crafts.
Westfield Christmas Tree Lighting
Town tree lighting.
Curiouser & Curiouser with Felix Da Housecat (21+)
An Alice in Wonderland themed immersive party at House of Yes with a set from Felix Da Housecat.
DICKAPPOINTMENT Invites TROMAC (21+)
Electronic club night at Elsewhere from the DICKAPPOINTMENT crew, featuring TROMAC with Kenni Javon and Libby Brothers.
Cinthie, Amir Alexander and more at Public Records (21+)
A Thanksgiving-weekend house night in Gowanus with Cinthie and Amir Alexander, open until 4 AM.
Afrobeat Nights NYC at The Sultan Room (21+)
Late-night Afro dance party in Bushwick spinning Afrobeats, Amapiano, Afrohouse, Gqom and Dancehall from 11 PM to 4 AM. RSVP through DICE; 21+ only.
Ranger walk near Split Rock
A ranger walk in Pelham Bay Park by the Split Rock area.
Discovery Hike: Marine Mammals at Rockaway Beach
Urban Park Rangers talk about the whales, dolphins and seals seen off Rockaway and what to do if you spot one in distress. Sightings not guaranteed. Free, no registration.
November 30–30
FAD Market holiday pop-up at Empire Stores
A daily indie-designer holiday market inside the Empire Stores lobby.
Robot Karaoke at Wonderville (21+)
Monthly karaoke night at Wonderville arcade bar in Bushwick, 7 to 10 PM on a Monday, with free admission. 21+ venue.