Holiday shopping time is just around the corner so it’s best to start saving as early as now. But take heart, you don’t have to sulk at home, here are the best free events in NYC this fall.
September 22, 12:00 PM — 3:00 PM
Coney Island Brewery
Oktoberfest is going down Coney Island style with a Count Flocula can release, stein holding contest, and a Dracula movie screening — and there’s no cover charge.
CHIC NYC Presents: Fall Makeup Trends
September 24, 4:00 PM — 6:00 PM
Chic Studios NYC – School of Makeup
If you’d like to learn more about an education in beauty and cosmetics, check out this free open house that includes a makeup demo, school tour, enrollment information, and refreshments.
Sep 26, 10:00 PM — Sep 27, 4:00 AM
House of Yes
Get your funk on all night long at this free mid-week party that’s bringing down the house with funky beats and drink specials.
Bingo and Comedy Night at Alewife Taproom
September 26, 8:00 PM — 10:00 PM
Alewife Taproom
Round up your crew and head to Long Island City for a free bingo and stand-up comedy show, complete with prizes!
Free Cookie Tasting at the Banana Farm
October 04, 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM
The Banana Farm – Michel et Augustin
Enjoy a free hour of cookie tasting and baking lessons at the Michel et Augustin’s cookie headquarters. Sweet, right?
Beer Belly Contest at Bierhaus NYC
October 05, 9:00 PM — 10:30 PM
Hofbräu Bierhaus NYC
If you’re down to show off your gut, you’ll score a free beer just for participating in this contest. The owner of the roundest and firmest belly will also go home with $100.
The Melting Pot: A Multilcultural Market
October 06, 12:00 PM — 5:00 PM
Brooklyn Bazaar
Browse unique finds at this curated market featuring diverse vendors across goods like art, jewelry, fashion, beauty, and more.
Fall Music Fest in the East Village
October 13, 1:00 PM — 5:00 PM
Tompkins Square Park
Check out some great local talent at this free rock show featuring GIFTSHOP, the Hell Yeah Babies, the Sloe Guns and Stevie 6String.
October 15, 12:00 PM — 5:00 PM
Orchard Street Between Delancey and E Houston
Pickle lovers, rejoice! Expect bites from over 20 picklers, live music, and games at one of NYC’s quirkiest events!
October 21, 10:00 AM — 5:30 PM
Grand Bazaar NYC
Dozens of dessert vendors from across the city will be offering options like macarons, truffles, and spiced pumpkin pie at the sweetest edition of Grand Bazaar NYC of the year!
October 24, 5:00 PM — 8:00 PM
Refilmery
Whether you’re in the film industry or just a movie fan, you’re invited to network and enjoy drinks while seeing a curated collection of powerful short films.
October 27, 4:00 PM — 9:00 PM
Fordham Plaza
Celebrate all things awesome about the Bronx at this festival that includes more than 35 local food vendors, artisans selling homemade crafts, and entertainment.
November 04, 10:00 AM — 4:00 PM
Various Locations
Drag yourself out of bed and go cheer for the 50,000+ runners hitting the streets and making the journey through all five boroughs! You can do it, champ!
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
November 22, 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM
6th Avenue between Herald Square and Central Park West
Staying in town for the holiday? Go see this annual tradition in person and trust us, you’ll feel super grateful to be a New Yorker.
The 10th Annual Latke Festival
December 03, 6:00 PM — 8:30 PM
Brooklyn Museum
This tasting event is dedicated to celebrating NYC’s best latkes–and other creative interpretations of the beloved potato pancake.
