Stumblday's ranked list of the best free things to do in New York City on Friday night, Sep 11 — hand-curated and refreshed weekly.
15 picks · checked Sep 2
Lower Manhattan skyline, Financial District, ManhattanKing of Hearts · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTwin beams from 88 searchlights rise miles over Lower Manhattan for the 25th anniversary of 9/11 — visible across all five boroughs, dusk to dawn.
Lower Manhattan skyline, Financial District, ManhattanKing of Hearts · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTwin beams from 88 searchlights rise miles over Lower Manhattan for the 25th anniversary of 9/11 — visible across all five boroughs, dusk to dawn.
Green-Wood Cemetery, Sunset Park, BrooklynGreen-Wood's free 25th-anniversary gathering: words of remembrance and live music from sunset on a hilltop with a clear view of the Tribute in Light.
Green-Wood Cemetery, Sunset Park, BrooklynGreen-Wood's free 25th-anniversary gathering: words of remembrance and live music from sunset on a hilltop with a clear view of the Tribute in Light.
Bryant Park, Midtown, ManhattanThe American Symphony Orchestra closes Bryant Park's Picnic Performances with a free lawn concert marking 25 years since 9/11 — bring a blanket.
Bryant Park, Midtown, ManhattanThe American Symphony Orchestra closes Bryant Park's Picnic Performances with a free lawn concert marking 25 years since 9/11 — bring a blanket.
Van Cortlandt Park Parade Ground, Van Cortlandt Park, BronxVan Cortlandt Park Alliance opens its fall outdoor movie season on the Parade Ground with a free screening of Babe. Music and movie-themed crafts start at 5:30 p.m., with the film at last light.
Van Cortlandt Park Parade Ground, Van Cortlandt Park, BronxVan Cortlandt Park Alliance opens its fall outdoor movie season on the Parade Ground with a free screening of Babe. Music and movie-themed crafts start at 5:30 p.m., with the film at last light.
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The Museum of Modern Art, Midtown, ManhattanMoMA's free Friday evening for New York State residents — and the last evening chance to see Frida and Diego: The Last Dream before it closes September 12.
The Museum of Modern Art, Midtown, ManhattanMoMA's free Friday evening for New York State residents — and the last evening chance to see Frida and Diego: The Last Dream before it closes September 12.
West Harlem Piers Park, West Harlem, ManhattanThe Jazz Foundation of America brings Marcus Persiani & Trio Cachimbo to the Hudson for a free 75-minute sunset set. West Harlem Piers, no ticket needed.
West Harlem Piers Park, West Harlem, ManhattanThe Jazz Foundation of America brings Marcus Persiani & Trio Cachimbo to the Hudson for a free 75-minute sunset set. West Harlem Piers, no ticket needed.
Bill Brown Playground: Bill Brown Playground, BrooklynBrooklyn community holds a memorial candle vigil honoring lives lost.
Bill Brown Playground: Bill Brown Playground, BrooklynBrooklyn community holds a memorial candle vigil honoring lives lost.
Riverside Park: Lawn-99th Street-RSP, ManhattanThe Riverside Clay Tennis Association screens the US Open semifinals outdoors by the clay courts — free, no ticket, bring a blanket.
Riverside Park: Lawn-99th Street-RSP, ManhattanThe Riverside Clay Tennis Association screens the US Open semifinals outdoors by the clay courts — free, no ticket, bring a blanket.
Playground Eighty Nine LXXXIX: Playground Eighty Nine LXXXIX, ManhattanEvening gathering at a Manhattan playground with music, art, or social activity.
Playground Eighty Nine LXXXIX: Playground Eighty Nine LXXXIX, ManhattanEvening gathering at a Manhattan playground with music, art, or social activity.
Soundview Park: Soundview Park, BronxThe Bronx's Soundview Park transitions from sunset to starlight with an outdoor film screening.
Soundview Park: Soundview Park, BronxThe Bronx's Soundview Park transitions from sunset to starlight with an outdoor film screening.
Riverside Park: Lawn-116th Street-RSP, ManhattanEvening guided walks spotting birds and wildlife along the Hudson River.
Riverside Park: Lawn-116th Street-RSP, ManhattanEvening guided walks spotting birds and wildlife along the Hudson River.
Williamsbridge Oval: Scenic Tables, BronxNorwood's Williamsbridge Oval hosts a free community movie night under the stars, hosted with the local council member — blankets and neighbors.
Williamsbridge Oval: Scenic Tables, BronxNorwood's Williamsbridge Oval hosts a free community movie night under the stars, hosted with the local council member — blankets and neighbors.
Bell Malls: Bell Malls, QueensQueens's Bell Malls becomes an evening gathering site for September 11th observance.
Bell Malls: Bell Malls, QueensQueens's Bell Malls becomes an evening gathering site for September 11th observance.
Juniper Valley Park: Juniper Valley Park, QueensQueens gathers at Juniper Valley Park for an evening candlelight vigil.
Juniper Valley Park: Juniper Valley Park, Queens
Bryant Park, Midtown, ManhattanDietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsLeon Botstein opens the ASO's 65th season in Bryant Park with Copland's Fanfare and Mahler's Tenth Adagio — a free 9/11 memorial program, no tickets.
Bryant Park, Midtown, ManhattanDietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsLeon Botstein opens the ASO's 65th season in Bryant Park with Copland's Fanfare and Mahler's Tenth Adagio — a free 9/11 memorial program, no tickets.
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