What's free in NYC?

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Summer in the City, Free stuff to do   Summer events, programs, recreational activities, concerts, film screenings, and more! Check out what’s free this summer in NYC!

In this recession, you need free things more than ever! FreeinNYC.net is dedicated to get you out of that depression, out of your parents’s house, or in better shape to buy that dress (or engagement ring, implants, retirement home, mail-order bride, pet tiger, or what it is that you do in private). If free is just too charitable for you, there are a ton of cheap, ridiculously low, promotionally almost-free, and miserly great events, brunches, hair cuts, and much more. We can get you through these hard times in style.

New York City is the greatest city in the world! That is why rent is high, dinner is expensive, and the streets are so crowded. The Tri-State area has one of the highest cost of living in the US. We understand that lately your salary (ours too) just isn’t cutting it.

Here at FreeinNYC.net we sympathize how expensive New York City really is! That is why this website is committed to spreading the word on all things free and really, very, extremely cheap in this great city. You can spend no money and still have fun, learn new things, and decorate your apartment. Save your money so you can invest in your retirement or give to a charity.

The sheer number of free activities sponsored by the city government and friendly organizations around town is truly amazing. It is more evidence that this city is fantastic. Enjoy and be well!

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Youth Channel

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The Youth Channel is a division of Manhattan Neighborhood Network (MNN) targeting youth under 25. It’s the first channel created by youth for youth. YC was established in March 2000 and provides training and hands on experience in all aspects of public access television and video production. Do you want to be on TV? Submit your video for consideration.

MNN Youth Channel also offers free media related workshops to community-based organizations, after-school programs and schools interested in hosting on-site or off-site workshops. They provide all of the necessary equipment and materials. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

You can also tour their studio or have them tape your community event.

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Rodeo Bar

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During happy hour, drinks come with free nachos and wings.  The bar is in an old, beaten-up horse trailer and features Tex-Mex cuisine and honky tonk.

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Mercury Bar

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Ladies drink free cosmos, apple martinis, and well drinks from 8-9pm every Wednesday. Every Tuesday is College night and those over 21 with Student ID drink free Michelob Ultras and Coors Drafts from 8-9pm. And you can play Wii and Beer Pong!

Check the website for periodic free specials handed out by “the models”.

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The Mark Bar

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It’s true, drinking makes you hungry!  So grab a free toasted bagel and coffee on Sundays at noon.  Get free coldcuts and pizza starting at 6pm during the week.

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Flushing Town Hall Garden Concerts

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Reserve your free tickets. Music of all genres is represented here including salsa, mambo, do-wop, jazz, and Caribbean. Limited seating available or bring a lawn chair. Rain location is at the Flushing Town Hall Theater.

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Swimming on Roosevelt Island

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Senior citizens swim free at Roosevelt Island’s Indoor Sports Complex during any open swim time sessions. Great way to stay healthy!

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