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Events in New York
What's on in New York today, this weekend or this week: 783 events in the next two weeks, 692 of them free. Plus 157 websites and calendars to find more.
157event websites and calendars
77free or mostly free
18types of events
55with an events calendar
Websites and recurring calendars to find events, not live event listings. Entries marked verified had their page confirmed on 28 Oct 2026; the rest are leads to check. Check registration and access rules on the organiser's site before you go.
92NY Events ↗Top 25
Talks, music, literary programming
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Filter low-cost/free programs.
International affairs, art, policy talks
CultureFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Look for public talks.
Film, theater, talks and arts programming
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Some free programming; most ticketed.
Barnard College Events ↗Top 25
Humanities, research and student programming
UniversityMostly free / restricted
Tip: Search events and visitor policy.
Free seasonal fitness, arts and recreation
OutdoorsMostly free
Tip: Look for seasonal event PDF/calendar.
Bike education and community rides
SportsFree / paid
Tip: Search classes and events.
BRIC Events ↗Top 25
Music, contemporary arts and talks
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Look for free public events.
Civic and community programming
BoroughMostly free / mixed
Tip: Check public events posts.
Contemporary art and public programs
ArtsMostly free
Tip: Check exhibitions and events.
Free arts programs and performances
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Check events tab for free performances.
Annual literary talks and readings
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Check seasonal programming.
Civic activities and borough programs
BoroughMostly free / mixed
Tip: Look for event announcements.
Botanical talks, workshops, festivals
OutdoorsFree / paid
Tip: Check community free tickets.
Brooklyn Brainery ↗Top 25
Community classes, talks, skill sharing
LearningFree / paid
Tip: Most classes may be paid.
Movies, fitness, waterfront activities
OutdoorsMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Check summer season.
Weekend markets and cultural outings
FestivalsFree admission / paid vendors
Tip: Seasonal venue hours.
Exhibitions, First Saturdays and talks
ArtsFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check admission or tickets.
Workshops, talks, screenings
LearningMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Filter branch and date.
Movies, concerts, yoga, seasonal activities
OutdoorsMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Check seasonal calendar.
Concerts and educational events
ArtsFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check free community programming.
History lectures and neighborhood talks
LibraryMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Check program calendar.
Walks, guided tours, nature programs
OutdoorsFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check event fees.
City Guide NY ↗Top 25
Attractions, events, exhibitions
GeneralFree / paid
Tip: Filter by event date.
Civic tech, innovation and community
NetworkingFree / paid
Tip: Check calendar and access.
Club Free Time ↗Top 25
Concerts, talks, exhibitions, theater
Free & cheapMostly free; some memberships
Tip: Look at this week and date views.
Climate research and policy talks
UniversityMostly free / restrictedOnline too
Tip: Search upcoming events.
Academic talks, policy, sciences, arts
UniversityMostly free / mixed
Tip: Check public access and registration.
International affairs, public policy talks
UniversityMostly free / restricted
Tip: Search events; check public access.
Research, publishing and archive talks
UniversityMostly free
Tip: Find events and exhibitions.
Design lectures and exhibitions
ArtsPay what you wish / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Admission and events priced separately.
Foreign policy and international affairs
PolicyFree / restricted / paidEvents calendarOnline too
Tip: Many programs have membership restrictions.
Art exhibitions, performances, concerts
ArtsMostly free
Tip: Check calendar and RSVP.
Research talks and community lectures
UniversityMostly free / restricted
Tip: Find events calendar.
CUNY Events ↗Top 25
Academic talks, career and community events
UniversityFree / mixed
Tip: Check each campus and access.
Public lectures in social sciences and arts
UniversityMostly free
Tip: Use event calendar.
Data for social good meetups
NetworkingMostly free / virtualOnline too
Tip: See volunteer and community activities.
Music, nightlife, events
GeneralFree / paid
Tip: Use free filter where available.
Lower Manhattan events and outdoor programs
BoroughMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Select free items and neighborhood.
Conferences, social events, workshops
GeneralFree filterEvents calendar
Tip: Filter Free and date; confirm RSVP.
Economic policy and research events
PolicyFree / restrictedOnline too
Tip: Look for public events.
Cross-cultural music, exhibitions and classes
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Filter events and price.
Academic talks and public programming
UniversityFree / mixedEvents calendar
Tip: Confirm which campus.
Curated low-budget activities
Free & cheapFree
Tip: Verify listing currency.
Concerts, markets, museum nights and giveaways
Free & cheapFree listings
Tip: Check source event before going.
Tech, AI, startup, entrepreneurial events
NetworkingFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Look for Free tag.
Tech careers and skill workshops
CareerFree / paidOnline too
Tip: Check current event offerings.
Art, festivals, public programs
OutdoorsFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Account for ferry costs.
Midtown local programs and events
BoroughMostly free / mixed
Tip: Check area events.
Gratis NYC ↗Top 25
Free activities listings
Free & cheapFree✓ Page checked 28 Oct 2026
Tip: NYC Parks free listings only; check organizer link.
History, music, art, nature walks
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Browse events, check fees.
Gardening, recycling, green markets
VolunteeringMostly free
Tip: Filter events and volunteer opportunities.
Walking tours, art and public programs
OutdoorsMostly free
Tip: See upcoming events.
Free waterfront events and recreation
OutdoorsMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Filter season and date.
Idealist Events ↗Top 25
Nonprofit, community, career events
CareerFree / paidEvents calendarOnline too
Tip: Filter NYC and free.
Cultural talks, film, exhibitions
CultureFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check individual tickets.
Dance, music, public performances
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Search free public events.
Public park performances and seasonal art
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Check free vs ticketed.
Startup, technology, social networking
NetworkingFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Search NYC, free, and upcoming.
Public art, music and talks
OutdoorsMostly free
Tip: See calendar and arts programs.
Participatory outdoor music festival
MusicFree
Tip: Check June and December events.
Civic forums and borough announcements
BoroughMostly free / mixed
Tip: Find public events and forums.
Interest groups, hikes, language exchange
NetworkingFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check RSVP and organizer details.
Opera and education programs
MusicFree / paid
Tip: Search public screenings and events.
Talks, screenings, exhibitions
ArtsFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check event admission details.
Books, music, manuscript exhibitions
ArtsFree hours / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check free Friday admissions.
NYC history, talks and exhibitions
ArtsFree days / paid
Tip: Check free programs and days.
Film, games and media events
ArtsFree hours / paid
Tip: Check free hours and talks.
Science and technology talks
LearningFree / paid / membershipOnline too
Tip: Check event fee/membership.
Investing and entrepreneurial events
NetworkingFree / restricted
Tip: Check eligibility and events.
Plant workshops, seasonal festivals
OutdoorsFree days / paid
Tip: Check free admission windows.
Community service projects
VolunteeringFree
Tip: Account signup may be required.
Concerts, education and community performances
MusicFree / paid
Tip: Look for free community concerts.
Books, lectures and literary events
LibraryFree / paid
Tip: Check public lectures.
Technology meetups and community events
NetworkingFree / paid
Tip: View event calendar.
Technology demos and community
NetworkingFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check current schedule and fees.
News, interviews, policy and cultural talks
LearningFree / paidOnline too
Tip: Check event announcements.
Legal, policy and civic programs
CareerFree / paid / restrictedOnline too
Tip: Many require membership or fee.
Official street, pier and park event search
CivicMostly free / mixedEvents calendar
Tip: Filter borough, date and type.
Civic forums and public participation
CivicFreeEvents calendar
Tip: Check participation and upcoming meetings.
Climate policy, sustainability, networking
PolicyFree / paid
Tip: Search public partner events during season.
Local public meetings and community events
BoroughFreeEvents calendar
Tip: Find your district community board.
Official list of museums with free admission
ArtsFree / suggested / restrictedEvents calendar
Tip: Read fine print on local-resident eligibility.
Open streets and community programming
CivicFreeEvents calendar
Tip: Check seasonal schedules.
Film screenings and talks
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Check special free screenings.
NYC for FREE ↗Top 25
Pop-ups, freebies, cultural events
Free & cheapFree
Tip: Browse this week.
Listings for public concerts
MusicFree / mixed
Tip: Verify calendar activity before relying on it.
Waterfront cleanups, ecology and walks
OutdoorsMostly free
Tip: Check volunteer calendar.
History conversations and cultural programs
ArtsFree days / paid
Tip: Find events and free-hour rules.
Race-week celebrations and public viewings
SportsFree spectator / paid entry
Tip: Check spectator events vs paid races.
City data including parks events feeds
CivicFree
Tip: Search upcoming public events datasets.
NYC Parks Events ↗Top 25
Fitness, concerts, walks, nature
OutdoorsMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Filter free and borough; confirm dates.
Nature walks and outdoor programs
OutdoorsMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Find walks via Parks calendar.
Seasonal dining events
FestivalsPaid diningEvents calendar
Tip: Not free; useful for discovery only.
Races and running community
SportsFree spectator / paid races
Tip: Check race registration prices.
Citywide public service opportunities
VolunteeringFreeEvents calendar
Tip: Search volunteering.
Official visitor events and activities
GeneralFree / paid
Tip: Search free or seasonal activities.
Events from public NYC venue calendars
GeneralFree tool / mixed events
Tip: Click original venue listing; beta coverage.
Government programs and local activities
CivicMostly free
Tip: Search city agency event calendars.
Lectures, author talks, workshops
LearningMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Filter location and audience.
Community fitness running events
SportsFreeEvents calendar
Tip: Search nearby parks.
NYU Events ↗Top 25
Research, lectures, exhibitions
UniversityFree / mixed
Tip: Try Free and Open to Public filters.
Education, culture and research lectures
UniversityMostly free / restricted
Tip: Search events and registration.
Public policy, management, urban affairs
UniversityMostly free / restricted
Tip: Look for public lectures.
Open House New York ↗Top 25
Architecture, urbanism, public tours
ArchitectureFree / paid
Tip: Check annual festival dates.
Neighborhood street events and activities
CivicMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Find neighborhood locations.
Social and community gatherings
NetworkingFree / paid
Tip: Discover public gatherings; many invite-only.
Authors, free expression and civic talks
LearningFree / paidEvents calendarOnline too
Tip: Filter New York and online.
Pigeon NYC ↗Top 25
Local happenings and event discovery
GeneralFree / paidEvents calendar✓ Page checked 28 Oct 2026
Tip: Filter by date, borough and Free; organizer controls final registration.
Art, science, performance, discussion
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Look for free exhibitions and talks.
Design exhibits and lectures
ArtsFree days / paid
Tip: Look for free admission day.
Outdoor music, nature, family events
OutdoorsMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Filter event type.
Community events and local programs
BoroughMostly free / mixed
Tip: Check events and calendar.
Garden programs, volunteering
OutdoorsFree days / paid
Tip: Check free hours.
Community art, talks, exhibitions
ArtsFree / suggested / paid
Tip: Check calendar and admission policy.
Global street food and performances
FestivalsFree or low-cost entry / paid food
Tip: Check season and entry rules.
Community classes, talks, arts
LearningMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Filter library location.
Performance and community events
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Search free events separately.
Outdoor programs, stewardship and fitness
OutdoorsMostly free
Tip: See events calendar.
Fitness, music, seasonal outdoors
OutdoorsMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Check seasonal schedule.
Biomedical science lectures
UniversityMostly free / restricted
Tip: Look for public lectures.
Politics, history and public policy events
PolicyMostly free
Tip: Explore public programs.
Markets, music, waterfront experiences
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Check event registration.
Pop-ups, experiences, seasonal events
GeneralFree / paid
Tip: Search free events articles.
Free fitness classes
OutdoorsFreeEvents calendar
Tip: Check specific venue and session.
Food markets and community gatherings
FestivalsFree admission / paid food
Tip: Food purchase optional.
Gardens and cultural events
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Some parts free; check ticket rules.
Outdoor art and cultural programming
ArtsMostly free
Tip: Search free exhibitions and programs.
Founder and startup networking
NetworkingFree / paid
Tip: Search New York chapter.
Community and borough news and events
BoroughMostly free / mixed
Tip: Look for community announcements.
Outdoor concerts and performances
MusicFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Look for free shows in season.
TC education, linguistics and arts talks
UniversityMostly free / mixedEvents calendarOnline too✓ Page checked 28 Oct 2026
Tip: Some events require registration.
Education research and policy events
UniversityFree / mixedEvents calendar
Tip: Select lectures, department and registration.
Teacher education events and professional workshops
UniversityFree / paidEvents calendarOnline too✓ Page checked 28 Oct 2026
Tip: Some mandatory workshops are paid.
Technology ecosystem, startups and policy
NetworkingFree / paid / restricted
Tip: Check community events.
Startup accelerators and founder talks
NetworkingFree / paidOnline too
Tip: Search NYC and virtual sessions.
Free museums, galleries and admission calendars
Free & cheapFree / limited hours
Tip: Check free days and eligibility.
Art, film and cultural talks
ArtsFree days / paid
Tip: Check events and free entry.
Gallery talks, lectures, museum programs
ArtsFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Confirm admission policy.
Design, social science, public talks
UniversityFree / mixedEvents calendar
Tip: Look for open-to-public events.
Theater and Shakespeare in the Park
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Check free seasonal programming.
The Skint ↗Top 25
Daily curated entertainment
Free & cheapFree / low-cost
Tip: Check daily listings.
Time Out New York ↗Top 25
Festivals, culture, food, free things
GeneralFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Search free things to do.
Public art and creative installations
ArtsMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Explore public art calendar.
Curated free events and The Skint feeds
Free & cheapMostly freeEvents calendar
Tip: Review this week.
Walking, cycling and street advocacy events
CivicMostly free
Tip: Look for action calendar.
UN related programs and tours
PolicyFree / paid / restrictedEvents calendar
Tip: Check official event opportunities.
Local markets and public events
OutdoorsMostly free
Tip: See events section.
UN and global development community
PolicyFree / mixed
Tip: Look for local chapter events.
Volunteer opportunities and events
VolunteeringFree
Tip: Search New York, event opportunities.
Gardens, performances and education
ArtsFree days / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check free hours and registration.
Free event calendar, outdoor activities
Free & cheapFree / some conditionsEvents calendar
Tip: Look for resident and RSVP notes.
Medical research and public lectures
UniversityMostly free / restricted
Tip: Search seminars and public events.
Subscribable NYC events calendar
GeneralFree tool / mixed eventsEvents calendar
Tip: Add ICS feed for recurring updates.
Art talks, events, exhibitions
ArtsFree / paidEvents calendar
Tip: Check free opportunities.
Global affairs networking and lectures
PolicyFree / paid / restricted
Tip: Search local partner groups.
Public installations and seasonal events
ArtsFree / paid
Tip: Check posted programming.