The Best FREE Things to Do in NYC

Free things to do in NYC

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Saturday Jan. 3, 2026

2 – 4 pm

Beginner’s Chess

Ages: 5 – 12
Free
Games

Central Library, Queens Public LibraryJamaica

Monday Jan. 5

4 – 5 pm

Candy Twisted Balloon Show

Ages: 5 – 12
Free

Long Island City LibraryLong Island City

Thursday Jan. 15

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Space Storytime

Ages: 3 – 12
Books & Readings
Free

Gantry Plaza State ParkLong Island City

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