Are you excited about this week? Not only is it Halloween, but it a start of a new moon, which means new beginnings. For this week expect free podcast tapings, Aveeno® Oat Mask samples, finance classes about budgeting and tax strategies, Halloween events, Sony photo walk, and comedy shows. It is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so expect panels about breast cancer too.
If you are looking for upcoming free NYC events in October 2019, please be sure to bookmark/pin my “Free NYC Events List October 2019” article, and to check periodically for updates.
Please note, times and things may change, so it is best to contact the event organizer for the latest updates. The event organizer can be found in the link in the title. Events may also fill up to capacity. In addition, promo codes may run out or expire, so please utilize while supplies last.
Pop-ups may occur in multiple dates, and to avoid repetition only a few dates were selected for this post.
For a list of standard free events, such as landmarks and museums please go here for a weekend guide. For a list of my 5 main resources for finding free events please go here.
Monday, 10/28/19
AVEENO® Autumn OatPost (10am-7pm)
What: The shack will treat visitors to complimentary samples of the Aveeno® Oat Masks with superseed extracts as well as offer discounts for Aveeno® Oat Mask purchases on CVS.com. This event repeats everyday Friday, October 18, 2019 – Thursday, October 31, 2019.
Where: (575 Broadway New York, NY)
When: 10am-7pm
Nearest Train: R/W Prince Street
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Life Skills: Budgeting, Credit, & Debt (1:15pm-2:30pm)
What: This class introduces savings and budget concepts: Review banks and banking products, including debit and credit cards, and how to reduce indebtedness. The class also introduces investment principles.
Where: Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL), Training Room 3(188 Madison Ave, New York, NY)
When: 1:15pm-2:30pm
Nearest Train: 6/ 33rd Street
RSVP: Walk in
Boob Truth with Nai Vasha and Casey Layne (7pm-9pm)
What: Join us for a live Boob Truth conversation with Nai Vasha (Co-founder of Undo Ordinary) and Casey Layne (yoga instructor and lululemon ambassador). We will be diving into the realities of body stereotypes in the health and wellness world by highlighting the stories and experiences of leaders in our community.
Where: the re:pair lab (125 Prince St, New York, NY)
When: 7pm-9pm
Nearest Train: R/W Prince Street
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Tuesday, 10/29/19
Financial Planning Before, During, and After Divorce (3pm-4:30pm)
What: Stephanie Carmel CFP® and Sallie Mullins Thompson CPA/PFS, CFP® discuss ways to better prepare for this life-changing transition so that you and your family can create a fair and equitable separation agreement. Discussions are key terms and definitions, information and documents required, mistakes to avoid, and how divorce professionals can assist in the process.
Where: Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL), Conference Room 018 (188 Madison Ave, New York, NY)
When: 3pm-4:30pm
Nearest Train: 6/ 33rd Street
RSVP: Walk in
Tax Strategies to Boost Your Bottom Line (6pm-7:30pm)
What: Orumé Hays, CPA, reviews available tax advantaged accounts: IRA’s 401K’s 529’s HSAs and more, which will help the average taxpayer lower his or her annual tax bill. Learn which types of accounts are best for your needs at different stages of your life. Presented by the New York State Society of CPAs.
Where: Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL), Conference Room 018 (188 Madison Ave, New York, NY)
When: 6pm-7:30pm
Nearest Train: 6/ 33rd Street
RSVP: Walk in
Cocktails and Cancer (Live Podcast) with MJ & Dani (6pm-9pm)
What: Cocktails and Cancer is an honest reflection of the three years that follow a cancer diagnosis. It’s about the journey back to being okay, and how a positive biopsy can impact not only the patient but the loved ones around them. Join MJ & Dani in store during Breast Cancer Awareness Month at ELOQUII SoHo for treats, cocktails, shopping and a live podcast recording.
Where: Eloquii Soho (120 Wooster St, New York, NY)
When: 6pm-9pm
Nearest Train: R/W Prince Street
RSVP: Required (link in title)
The Believer’s Breast Cancer Awareness Benefit Concert + Panel (6pm-10pm)
What: The Believer’s Breast Cancer Awareness Concert + Panel. Free Entry with RSVP and Donation of Feminine Hygiene products that will be given to NYC women in need!
Where: (48 W 21st St, New York, NY)
When: 6pm-10pm
Nearest Train: F/M 23rd St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Jackrabbit FREE Weekly Runs (6:30pm-8pm)
What: Join us every Tuesday evening throughout the year for our Free Jackrabbit Runs paced by local legand, Brandon Wei! The runs are usually casual, easy going 3-4miles from our Union Square location and back. We have water (sometimes hydration samples!), lockers and changing rooms! This event repeats each Tuesday October 15, 2019 – December 17, 2019.
Where: JackRabbit – Union Square (42 W 14th St New York, NY)
When: 6:30pm-8pm
Nearest Train: N/R/W/L/4/5/6 14 Street – Union Square
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Wednesday, 10/30/19
Yahoo Finance Breakouts presents Benjamin Witte, Founder & CEO of Recess (4:30pm -7pm)
What: Join Yahoo Finance’s Emily McCormick for an intimate discussion with Benjamin Witte, Founder & CEO of Recess.
Doors open at 4:30 PM ET, with the live event beginning at 5 PM. A networking/cocktail event follows the Breakouts discussion, in which attendees will have the opportunity to meet Benjamin.
Where: SubCulture (45 Bleecker Street, New York, NY)
When: 4:30pm-7pm
Nearest Train: B/D/F/M/6 Broadway – Lafayette
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Women of Wearables- Ideation to Reality (6pm-9pm)
What: Join us for Women of Wearables- W.o.W Wednesdays. We highlight leaders and founders in wearable technology the last Wednesday of every month. Come network with us and find out more about Women of Wearables-New York Chapter. Hosted by SAP Next Gen. This month we will focus on R&D (Research & Development), Prototyping and Manufacturing.
Where: SAP Leonardo Center, 48th Fl (10 Hudson Yards, NY, NY)
When: 6pm-9pm
Nearest Train: 7/ 34th Street–Hudson Yards
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Charlie Dark x Hurdle Live Podcast (7pm-9pm)
What: Hurdle is a podcast sharing weekly doses inspiration of from badass humans who got through tough times, leaning into wellness as an outlet. Join an intimate conversation between Hurdle host, Emily Abbate, and lululemon Global Run Ambassador Charlie Dark.
Where: the re:pair lab (125 Prince St, New York, NY)
When: 7pm-9pm
Nearest Train: R/W Prince Street
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Illuminati Party October 30 (9pm-10:30pm)
What: Get to Gelso & Grand around 8 PM and head downstairs to the secret Illuminati lair. It’s dark and dimly lit with string lights. Major chic cellar vibes. Hot 97’s DJ Mike Medium will be spinning the latest bangers. Order some pizza and drinks. At 9 PM, your hosts Alexis Guerreros and Mike Cannon will start off the show. They will bring out the hottest comedians in the city and some dropping in from out of town. This event repeats on Wednesday, 11/13 and Wednesday, 11/27.
Where: Gelso & Grand (186 Grand St, New York, NY)
When: 9pm-10:30pm
Nearest Train: N/Q/R/W/6 Canal St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Thursday, 10/31/19
Trick or Treat at Dylan’s Candy Bar (12pm-11pm)
What: Win a piece of candy for each activity you complete throughout the store, and while you’re there, post a picture of yourself in costume on social media for a chance to win our Halloween Costume Contest!
Where: Dylan’s Candy Bar (1011 3rd Ave, New York, NY)
When: 12pm-11pm
Nearest Train: N/R/W/4/5/6 59th – Lexington
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Summer on the Hudson: Yoga Flow (6:30pm-7:30pm)
What: Veteran Nina Semczuk helps you cultivate strength, flexibility, balance, and focus while enjoying yoga outdoors. Please bring a mat. This event repeats every week on Thursday between 5/23/2019 and 10/31/2019.
Where: Riverside Park South, Lawn at 74th Street (Riverside Blvd, New York)
When: 6:30pm-7:30pm
Nearest Train: 1/2/3 72nd St
RSVP: Walk-in
Halloween Gothic Night – A Latin Horror Party (8pm-1am)
What: Halloween Latin Party with a Gothic theme featuring separate salsa and bachata rooms. Costumes optional. Free Admission All Night.
Where: Gansevoort Market (353 W 14th St, New York, NY)
When: 8pm-1am
Nearest Train: A/C/E/L 14th St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Friday, 11/1/19
POP Pilates Halloween Party (6pm-7pm)
What: Start Halloweekend off with a spooky POP Pilates class! POP Pilates is a dance on the mat, combining ab-chiseling Pilates, total body defining strength training, and the energy of dance to create a one-of-a-kind experience for people of all fitness levels and abilities. Costumes that you can move around in are encouraged — who knows, you may even win a treat! We’re expecting a FULL HOUSE, so please be advised that this event is first come, first served. Signing up online or emailing does not guarantee you a spot.
Where: Primary – Penn Station (251 W 30th St, New York, NY)
When: 6pm-7pm
Nearest Train: 1/2/3 34th St – Penn Station
RSVP: Required (link in title)
UCAN Presents: Marathon Stories with Angie, Carrie, Emily and Tina (6:30pm-8pm)
What: Join podcasters and marathoners Angie Spencer, Carrie Tollefson, Emily Abbate, and Tina Muir for Marathon Stories – a motivating, inspiring, and real look at the journey to the marathon.
* Angie Spencer, host of the Marathon Training Academy Podcast
*Carrie Tollefson, host of the CTolleRun podcast
*Emily Abbate, host of The Hurdle podcast
*Tina Muir, host of the Running for Real podcast
Where: New York Marriott Marquis, Manhattan Ballroom (1535 Broadway, New York, NY)
When: 6:30pm-8pm
Nearest Train: N/RW 49th Street
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Free Comedy Show (7:30pm-9pm)
What: Comedy Evening is a completely free comedy show in the heart of the West Village featuring comedians who have appeared on Comedy Central, TruTV, Late Night with Stephen Colbert, and more! The show takes place in the downstairs/basement lounge of the venue. Please note that you must be 21+ to attend as the venue is a bar. While there is no cover or item minimum for the show, it is recommended that you get a drink (soda, beer, wine, etc.) or food item to support the bar and help keep the show free.
Where: O.P.P.A. (162 West 4th Street, New York, NY)
When: 7:30pm-9pm
Nearest Train: B/D/F/M/A/C/E W 4th St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Saturday, 11/2/19
Shake out run, stretch session and panel hosted by Charlie Dark (10am-1pm)
What: Sweat / Grow / Connect – Shake out run, stretch and conversation with Vasha & Power Malu hosted by Charlie Dark. A rare chance to hear a candid conversation from pillars of the global run movement on social impact and the future of run.
Where: the re:pair lab (125 Prince St, New York, NY)
When: 10am-1pm
Nearest Train: R/W Prince Street
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Fast & Fancy Holiday Hosting with Apartment Therapy and Glade® (11am-7pm)
What: On November 2 & 3 from 11 am – 7 pm you are invited to our free Fast and Fancy Holiday Hosting event, in partnership with Glade®. All weekend, we’ll be sharing our favorite tips and tricks for easy holiday hosting. Emily Schuman (of Cupcakes and Cashmere — joining us Saturday, 11/2, from 11–3) and Taryn Williford (AT’s lifestyle director) will lead workshops on how to set a dreamy holiday mood and make easy, crafty DIY gift tags.
Where: Arlo Soho (231 Hudson St, New York, NY)
When: 11am-7pm
Nearest Train: 1/ Canal St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Photo Walk through Greenwood Cemetery with Max Boncina (12pm-4pm)
What: Your guide will be photographer and Sony Alpha Imaging Collective member Maximillian Boncina. Through a hands-on approach, he will reveal methods by which to create moody and indelible images. Tips, tricks and treats are in store as you shoot along with him!
* Meet at Sony Square NYC. After a brief intro we will depart to the venue in Brooklyn. Don’t forget your metro card
Where: Sony Square, Ground Floor (25 Madison Ave, New York, NY)
When: 12pm-4pm
Nearest Train: R/W 23rd St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Well Travelled Walking Tour: Soho (2:30pm-4pm)
What: Herschel Supply is excited to host a free walking tour made for explorers, design-lovers, visitors and locals alike. This event repeats every Saturday October 19, 2019 – December 28, 2019.
Tours to include:
-Free Herschel Supply Tote
-Gifts from Design Within Reach
Where: Herschel Supply: The Soho Pop-Up (462 Broadway New York, NY)
When: 2:30pm-4pm
Nearest Train: N/Q/R/W/6 Canal St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Sunday, 11/3/19
Sunday Yoga with lululemon x Chelsea Market (9am-10am)
What: Join us for a complimentary 1-hour flow open to all-levels. Following class, there will be a complimentary treat from Manhattan Fruit Market. BYOM (bring your own mat) if possible. Limited mats provided by lululemon. Class location: Inside Chelsea Market downstairs at “The Local”.
This event repeats every Sunday until 12/29.
Where: Chelsea Market, The Local (75 9th Ave, New York, NY)
When: 9am-10am
Nearest Train: A/C/E/L 14th St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Fast & Fancy Holiday Hosting with Apartment Therapy and Glade® (11am-7pm)
What: On November 2 & 3 from 11 am – 7 pm you are invited to our free Fast and Fancy Holiday Hosting event, in partnership with Glade®. All weekend, we’ll be sharing our favorite tips and tricks for easy holiday hosting. Emily Schuman (of Cupcakes and Cashmere — joining us Saturday, 11/2, from 11–3) and Taryn Williford (AT’s lifestyle director) will lead workshops on how to set a dreamy holiday mood and make easy, crafty DIY gift tags.
Where: Arlo Soho (231 Hudson St, New York, NY)
When: 11am-7pm
Nearest Train: 1/ Canal St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Essential Oils 101 (4pm-5pm)
What: Come learn all about essential oils, wellness and toxic free living! What are essential oils? Natural remedies? What toxins live in our home? THERE WILL BE FREEBIES!!!
Where: Uni K Wax Studio (245 Park Ave, New York, NY)
When: 4pm-5pm
Nearest Train: 4/5/6/7/S 42nd St – Grand Central
RSVP: Required (link in title)