Free Summer Events in NYC 2025:Discover 50+ free concerts, outdoor movies and more.
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Your complete guide to 50+ free concerts, movies, and cultural events across all 5 boroughs
NYC offers 50+ free summer events in 2025 including SummerStage concerts, outdoor movies at Bryant Park, Shakespeare in the Park, and Movies with a View in Brooklyn Bridge Park. All events are completely free across all 5 boroughs.
SummerStage, Bryant Park performances, Hudson Yards concerts, and jazz festivals across the city.
🎬Bryant Park movie nights, Movies with a View, and screenings in parks across all boroughs.
ðŸŽShakespeare in the Park, Lincoln Center festivals, museum events, and street celebrations.
The most popular and highly-rated free events happening across NYC
Central Park & 12 other locations
70+ free outdoor concerts featuring Marcus Miller, The Roots, Femi Kuti, and more. The city's largest free music festival spanning all genres.
Delacorte Theater, Central Park
The iconic free theater experience returns with "Twelfth Night" after major renovations. NYC's most beloved summer tradition.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Watch movies under the stars with stunning Manhattan skyline views. 2025 theme: "Women in Hollywood" featuring classics and new releases.
Bryant Park, Manhattan
NYC's most popular outdoor movie series featuring classics like "The Godfather," "Pulp Fiction," and "Good Will Hunting."
Lincoln Center
200+ free performances including silent discos, jazz concerts, comedy shows, and classical music. Bird-themed programming for 2025.
All 5 Boroughs
400 blocks transformed into car-free spaces for biking, walking, and activities. Celebrating 15 years of car-free streets.
Browse by category to find the perfect free events for your NYC summer adventure