Actually it’s pool-less. The concerts have now been moved to the Williamsburg waterfront, just a few blocks from McCarren Park Pool. This is because the $50 million makeover of McCarren Pool was approved to turn it from a concert venue back into a swimming pool by the Landmarks Preservation Commission.

To guarantee admission please RSVP online.  One of the most popular and exciting free events all summer long.  You are not permitted to bring chairs, bicycles, food/drink, or professional video/photography equipment. This year will include the popular slide-n-slide and dodgeball games as well as a few surprises to be announced.

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Tickets are free but you must pick them up starting at noon on the day of the concert. Two tickets per person- first come, first served. While there is always a line for tickets, very rarely have supplies run out before concert time.  The goal is to present great musicians in concerts that are free to the public in spaces that are good for both the music and the audience.

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Clinton Free Concert Series provides great free concerts. Lawn seating only but you can bring your own picnic. Free kayaking is also available! Concerts infuse the sounds of an eclectic mix of bands of folk, blues, bluegrass, funk, and jazz.

Family events and festivals offers free good old-fashioned fun—relay races, face-painting, live music and fishing—perfect excuses for putting off chores and enjoying the sun.

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The Foundation creates programs in parks in all boroughs including free concerts, theater, dance, and kids sports programs. City Parks Foundation brings Summerstage to Central Park, Charlie Parker Jazz Festival in Harlem’s Marcus Garvey Park, and free tennis lessons to kids 5 to 16 in 36 parks throughout the five boroughs. Free senior fitness programs meet twice a week at each location and participants are encouraged to maintain regular attendance to maximize health benefits.

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The park holds various free events in every month. Check out the calendar for more details. There is a great outdoor free film series every Monday in June-August at 5pm. The large screen faces the back of the library.  In addition, many Broadway shows perform a few highlights during lunchtime on the lawn July-August.  The park gets crowded so try to get there by noon for a seat on the lawn.

Bryant Park After Work holds concerts beginning at 6pm featuring an eclectic selection of music, from jazz pianists to string quartets and more, featuring New York area artists.

There are also free classes in Tai Chi, Knitting, and yoga throughout the day and morning bird tours from April to October.

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Check out their website for tons of free events this week including book signings, live music, film screenings, and much more.

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