Brave the cold and have at New York City! Here the best free events in the city that never sleeps this Month!

 

Women In Food: Beyond The Home Kitchen

February 01, 6:30 PM — 8:00 PM

Essex Street Market

Hear from some badass ladies who rule the world of food at an evening featuring a panel discussion with the culinary entrepreneurs and free food samples.

 

Kickstarter Project Jam

February 03, 3:00 PM — 6:00 PM

Kickstarter HQ

Give life to that idea you’ve had brewing for awhile at Kickstarter’s headquarters where their staff will show you the tools you need to get your project going.

 

NYC Lunar New Year Parade & Festival

February 05, 1:00 PM — 6:00 PM

Chinatown

Kick of the year of the Rooster at the 18th annual Chinese New Year celebration in Chinatown and spread good fortune to all.

 

Knit Knight: Resistor’s Biweekly Knitting Circle

February 06, 7:30 PM — 10:30 PM

NYC Resistor

Love knitting, but tired of knitting at home alone? Always wanted to learn how, but never had the chance? Bring a project or just your eager self to NYC Resistor’s yarn-provided Knit Knight.

 

Drawing Table

February 08, 7:00 PM — 10:00 PM

Archestratus Books + Foods

If you’re looking for some motivation to work on your drawing, drop by Archestratus to meet fellow artists and get your creative juices flowing.

 

Oralicious Book Launch Party

February 08, 6:30 PM — 8:30 PM

Museum of Sex

Looking for a way to give your intimate life a boost? Look no further than this book launch party that celebrates the newest X-rated book on the market.

 

Disney Movie Trivia

February 09, 8:00 PM — 9:30 PM

Fáilte

Get whisked away to a magical night under the sea, off to Neverland, and everywhere in between at an evening of Disney-themed trivia with your best buds.

 

De Wine Spot: Filibuster Whiskey Tasting

February 11, 6:30 PM — 9:30 PM

De Wine Spot

With a name like “The Boondoggler” you know you can expect great things from Fillibuster with a taste of this dual cask whiskey that the distillery describes as bourbon meets rye. We know we’re intrig

 

A Pizza My Heart Party with Artichoke Pizza

February 11, 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Babeland Brooklyn

Whether you’re stoked for Valentine’s Day or can’t wait for the 15th, stop by Babeland Brooklyn for free Artichoke Pizza and, of course, tons of new sex tips. Best combo ever.

 

Central Park Conservancy Ice Festival

February 11, 3:00 PM — 7:00 PM

Naumburg Bandshell

Ice-carving artists will transform more than 6,000 pounds of ice into replicas of Central Park statues using chain saws, chisels, picks, and an insane amount of talent. Go see it for yourself!

 

Essex Street Market Presents: Winter DayLife at Lowline Lab

February 12, 11:00 AM — 5:00 PM

Lowline Lab

Think of everything that makes the Essex Street Market great and imagine it being transported to the Lowline Lab, a tech exhibit that creates an outside setting indoors. Yep, pretty awesome.

 

Sex and Chocolate Happy Hour

February 12, 4:00 PM — 4:00 PM

Babeland LES

Kick off your Valentine’s festivities a little early with chocolate and champagne tastings as well as some pointers for how to make the weekend extra steamy.

Shack Track & Field Run

February 14, 7:00 PM — 9:30 PM

Shake Shack

Don’t have a date for Valentine’s? Now you do! Join this group fun run and mix and mingle with fellow attendees. You could just run into your soul mate.

 

Mama’s Bazaar: Valentine’s Market

February 12, 11:00 AM — 6:00 PM

House of Yes

Find the most unique Valentine’s Day gift for your sweetie (or just make your boring Mid-February more exciting) at this carefully curated market featuring a full bar and brunch menu.

 

ART WORK: An Evening with Ishmael Houston-Jones

February 15, 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Wollman Hall

If contemporary dance is your thing, make it a point to check out this talk featuring award-winning choreographer Ishmael Houston-Jones who is known for his improv dance and language work.

 

Bitches Brew Comedy Variety Show

February 17, 8:30 PM — 10:00 PM

Halyards

You can count on no cover and plenty of laughs at a comedy show that brings some of the best stand up and musical comedians in the city to this Gowanus hotspot.

 

Full House Trivia

February 22, 8:00 PM — 9:30 PM

Stone Creek Bar and Lounge

Think you have somewhere more important to be than at Full House trivia? How rude! No you don’t. Head here and let all of your fun facts about the Tanners run wild!

 

Tainted Love: 80s Dance Party

Feb 24, 10:00 PM — Feb 25, 2:00 AM

The Bell House

Be prepared to dance your face off at the February edition of this monthly 80s extravaganza that will have you belting out the decade’s biggest hits across new wave, glam rock, ska, rap, and more.

 

Free Coffee Tasting

February 24, 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

Counter Culture Coffee New York Training Center

Get your coffee buzz on free of charge and learn about brewing methods and the origins of the specific brew you’re tasting.

 

NYC Running History Tour

February 25, 11:00 AM — 12:30 PM

Join New York Road Runners for a tour of NYC’s storied running history by foot as you cruise by the NYC Marathon finish line, Fred Lebow statue, and more.

 

Mardi Gras at Hofbräu Bierhaus

February 28, 6:30 PM — 9:30 PM

Hofbräu Bierhaus NYC

You’re invited to celebrate Mardi Gras with free live music and trivia at this Bavarian-style beer garden. You’ll have to pay for your drinks, but beads are free.

 

21 Free NYC Events to Love in February