50 Free Things to Do in NYC This Summer

The best free activities in New York City this summer.

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The final stretches of winter have finally disappeared and the Big Apple is once again in its prime for warm-weather activities. It's time to break out your shades, grab some buddies, and head out to explore the city. Whether it's catching an outdoor movie, drinking gratis wine while checking out NYC's art scene, or just chilling in a park, there's no limit to the opportunities summertime offers. Even if rent and other necessities have depleted your paycheck, fear not—these 50 awesome activities are completely free of charge. 

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West Indian American Day Carnival

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Central Park: Heart of the Park

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Free Pizza at The Mark Bar

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Summer Streets

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Chelsea Art Walk

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Brooklyn Botanic Garden

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Shakespeare in the Park

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Mobb Deep

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American Museum of Natural History

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Explore the Brooklyn Flea

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Nightlight Installation

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McCarren Park Pool

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New York Graffiti and Street Art Tour

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NYC Pride March

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Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest Finals

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Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks

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HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival

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Bullsh*t History at Freddy's Backroom

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Rockaway Beach

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The Bronx Zoo

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Slow Dance Comedy Night at Niagara Bar

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Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk

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Free Dating Workshop!

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Coney Island Reggae Beach Party

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Kayaking on the Hudson

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Hester Street Fair

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Bryant Park Putting Green

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Rockaway!

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Books Beneath the Bridge

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Afropunk Fest

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Wave Hill Garden and Cultural Center

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Brooklyn Museum

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Domino Sugar Factory

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The High Line

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Explore Governor's Island

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River To River Festival

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Free Dance Lessons

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Broadway Bites

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NY Aquarium

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Hudson River Valley

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Go Yoga Meditation Classes

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SACK Weekly Comedy Show

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Museum of Modern Art

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Lyceum Open Mic Night

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Celebrate Brooklyn!

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R&B Fest

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SummerScreen in McCarren Park

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SummerStage

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The Whitney Museum of Art

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