Season’s Greetings! Did everyone enjoy a nice Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa? I have been enjoying the sunshine in Los Angeles, and have yet to experience a white Christmas! Right before I left New York, I did manage to get a free dress from the Amazon X Refinery 29 pop up as an early holiday gift. This dress costs $126+ and I got it for free from Jamie Chung’s styling session. Jamie was looking for people to model clothing items to the audience, and in exchange you were able to keep the item.
For this week’s edition of the free NYC event list expect a New Year’s Resolution Group Run, hiking, intention setting yoga, vision board workshop, candle lit yoga, Times Square Ball Drop, and fireworks. There are also cardio workouts and Instagram-able pop ups from the Woolrich, Star Wars, and Intersect by Lexus.
If you are looking for upcoming free NYC events in December 2019, please be sure to bookmark/pin my “Free NYC Events List December 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.
Monday, 12/30/19
WOOLRICH’S SNOW ROOM FEATURING AN INSTALLATION BY JOSHUA VIDES (10am-8pm)
What: In celebration of the launch of their Snow Room (real snow, ice and freezing temperatures–for trying on their winter gear), Woolrich’s has commissioned an art installation by Vides. This is open until 1/3/20.
Where: Woolrich Store (121 Wooster St, New York, NY)
When: 10am-8pm
Nearest Train: R/W Prince St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Intersect by Lexus: WINTER GLOW BY JEFF LEATHAM (11am-10pm)
What: World-renowned floral artist Jeff Leatham created Winter Glow, an enchanting seasonal landscape that transports visitors to a world of holiday magic. Inspired by the calm of freshly fallen snow and dream like forest creatures, Winter Glow merges Jeff’s floral artistry with bold, architectural sculptures for an INTERSECT BY LEXUS – NYC custom installation. The experience creates a physical and spiritual indulgence that celebrates the holiday season. This event repeats everyday until Sunday, January 5, 2020, and closed December 24 and December 25.
Where: Intersect by Lexus (412 W 14th St, New York, NY)
When: 11am-10pm
Nearest Train: A/C/E/L – 14th St 8th Avenue
RSVP: Walk in
Planning for a Successful Retirement (1:15pm-2:30pm)
What: This class describes a variety of tax advantaged accounts that individuals can set up to help them acquire the nest egg necessary for retirement and/or college bound children.
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
New Year, New ME – New Year’s Resolution Run (6:30pm-8:30pm)
What: This is a New Year’s Resolution Group Run, where we will all carry our New Year’s Resolutions with us and share them afterwards! Please bring your New Year’s Resolution with you when you arrive. We are going to write them down and carry those resolutions with us for the run to symbolize our commitment to them and our commitment to making 2020 the best year yet!
Where: JackRabbit – Union Square (42 W 14th St New York, NY)
When: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Nearest Train: N/R/W/L/4/5/6 14 Street – Union Square
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Tuesday, 12/31/19
New Year’s Eve Restorative Yoga and Meditation (6pm-7:45pm)
What: Join us for a restorative yoga class and meditation as we close out the Holiday Season, 2019, and the decade. We will have a candle lit 45 min restorative flow lead by community instructor Lesley Levenson. Yoga will be followed by a meditation to guide you through reflection of the last decade and inviting you to manifest exactly what you want to welcome in for the new year.
6:00-6:45: Yoga
6:45-7:15: Meditation and Reflection
7:15-7:45: Light Bites and Close
Where: lululemon (10 Columbus Circle New York, NY)
When: 6pm-7:45pm
Nearest Train: A/C/B/D/1 59th Street–Columbus Circle
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Times Square Ball Drop (6pm-12:15am)
What: For 114 years, Times Square has been the center of worldwide attention on New Year’s Eve, ever since the owners of One Times Square began in 1904 to conduct rooftop celebrations to greet the New Year. The first Ball Lowering celebration occurred in 1907, and this tradition is now a universal symbol of welcoming the New Year.
Where: Times Square
When: 6pm-12:15am
Nearest Train: 1/2/3/7/A/C/E/N/Q/R/W/S 42nd St – Times Square
RSVP: Required (link in title)
New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Prospect Park (10:30pm-12:30am)
What: Join Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams and Prospect Park Alliance for Brooklyn’s most spectacular New Year’s Eve Fireworks Celebration at Prospect Park’s iconic Grand Army Plaza. This free event includes live entertainment followed by fireworks at the stroke of midnight. This family-friendly fireworks display, now in its 40th year, attracts tens of thousands of revelers to Prospect Park, making it one of the city’s most popular celebrations.
Where: Grand Army Plaza (Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY)
When: 10:30pm-12:30am
Nearest Train: 2/3/4 Grand Army Plaza
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Wednesday, 1/1/20
WOOLRICH’S SNOW ROOM FEATURING AN INSTALLATION BY JOSHUA VIDES (10am-8pm)
What: In celebration of the launch of their Snow Room (real snow, ice and freezing temperatures–for trying on their winter gear), Woolrich’s has commissioned an art installation by Vides. This is open until 1/3/20.
Where: Woolrich Store (121 Wooster St, New York, NY)
When: 10am-8pm
Nearest Train: R/W Prince St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Intersect by Lexus: WINTER GLOW BY JEFF LEATHAM (11am-10pm)
What: World-renowned floral artist Jeff Leatham created Winter Glow, an enchanting seasonal landscape that transports visitors to a world of holiday magic. Inspired by the calm of freshly fallen snow and dream like forest creatures, Winter Glow merges Jeff’s floral artistry with bold, architectural sculptures for an INTERSECT BY LEXUS – NYC custom installation. The experience creates a physical and spiritual indulgence that celebrates the holiday season. This event repeats everyday until Sunday, January 5, 2020, and closed December 24 and December 25.
Where: Intersect by Lexus (412 W 14th St, New York, NY)
When: 11am-10pm
Nearest Train: A/C/E/L – 14th St 8th Avenue
RSVP: Walk in
Signature Flow: Set your intentions for 2020 and the new decade (2pm-3pm)
What: Join Nikki Baksh for 75 minutes of exploration through breathwork, intention setting, visualization and vinyasa flow.
Where: Alo Yoga Sanctuary, Studio & Café (241 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY)
When: 2pm-3pm
Nearest Train: L/ Bedford Ave
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Thursday, 1/2/20
WOOLRICH’S SNOW ROOM FEATURING AN INSTALLATION BY JOSHUA VIDES (10am-8pm)
What: In celebration of the launch of their Snow Room (real snow, ice and freezing temperatures–for trying on their winter gear), Woolrich’s has commissioned an art installation by Vides. This is open until 1/3/20.
Where: Woolrich Store (121 Wooster St, New York, NY)
When: 10am-8pm
Nearest Train: R/W Prince St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Intersect by Lexus: WINTER GLOW BY JEFF LEATHAM (11am-10pm)
What: World-renowned floral artist Jeff Leatham created Winter Glow, an enchanting seasonal landscape that transports visitors to a world of holiday magic. Inspired by the calm of freshly fallen snow and dream like forest creatures, Winter Glow merges Jeff’s floral artistry with bold, architectural sculptures for an INTERSECT BY LEXUS – NYC custom installation. The experience creates a physical and spiritual indulgence that celebrates the holiday season. This event repeats everyday until Sunday, January 5, 2020, and closed December 24 and December 25.
Where: Intersect by Lexus (412 W 14th St, New York, NY)
When: 11am-10pm
Nearest Train: A/C/E/L – 14th St 8th Avenue
RSVP: Walk in
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker at Dolby SoHo (1pm-8pm)
What: Take an epic journey to a galaxy far, far away and discover the legacy of Star Wars exclusively at #DolbySoHo. Explore our 11 immersive exhibits & the Dolby technology that’s powered your favorite saga. Check out the full schedule & details about the space: https://dolbylabs.co/34IfoaB . This repeats Wednesday – Sunday from 12/6/19 to 1/5/20.
Where: Dolby SoHo (477 Broadway, New York, NY)
When: 1pm-8pm
Nearest Train: N/Q/R/W/6 Canal St
RSVP: Walk-in
Investing: What Your Money Can Do for You (1:15pm-2:30pm)
What: Learn about investing towards goals, potential risks and rewards of different investments, and different asset types.
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
Friday, 1/3/20
TIFFANY & CO. MEN’S POP-UP SHOP, NYC (10am-7pm)
What: From December 5 through January 6 visit the Tiffany Men’s pop-up 6 on East 57th Street in New York. The pop-up is a preview for what will be Tiffany & Co.’s two-year home during the transformation of its Fifth Avenue flagship. Here you can find Tiffany dog tags and thick bracelets, Tiffany-branded barware, a Tiffany’s pool table, a Tiffany motorcycle, and even limited-edition Tiffany x Spalding basketballs.
Where: Tiffany & Co. (6 E 57th St, New York, NY)
When: 10am-7pm
Nearest Train: N/R/W 5 Av/59 St
RSVP: Walk in
WOOLRICH’S SNOW ROOM FEATURING AN INSTALLATION BY JOSHUA VIDES (10am-8pm)
What: In celebration of the launch of their Snow Room (real snow, ice and freezing temperatures–for trying on their winter gear), Woolrich’s has commissioned an art installation by Vides. This is open until 1/3/20.
Where: Woolrich Store (121 Wooster St, New York, NY)
When: 10am-8pm
Nearest Train: R/W Prince St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Intersect by Lexus: WINTER GLOW BY JEFF LEATHAM (11am-10pm)
What: World-renowned floral artist Jeff Leatham created Winter Glow, an enchanting seasonal landscape that transports visitors to a world of holiday magic. Inspired by the calm of freshly fallen snow and dream like forest creatures, Winter Glow merges Jeff’s floral artistry with bold, architectural sculptures for an INTERSECT BY LEXUS – NYC custom installation. The experience creates a physical and spiritual indulgence that celebrates the holiday season. This event repeats everyday until Sunday, January 5, 2020, and closed December 24 and December 25.
Where: Intersect by Lexus (412 W 14th St, New York, NY)
When: 11am-10pm
Nearest Train: A/C/E/L – 14th St 8th Avenue
RSVP: Walk in
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker at Dolby SoHo (1pm-8pm)
What: Take an epic journey to a galaxy far, far away and discover the legacy of Star Wars exclusively at #DolbySoHo. Explore our 11 immersive exhibits & the Dolby technology that’s powered your favorite saga. Check out the full schedule & details about the space: https://dolbylabs.co/34IfoaB . This repeats Wednesday – Sunday from 12/6/19 to 1/5/20.
Where: Dolby SoHo (477 Broadway, New York, NY)
When: 1pm-8pm
Nearest Train: N/Q/R/W/6 Canal St
RSVP: Walk-in
Saturday, 1/4/20
Guided hike with Fjällräven x Volvo (8am-8pm)
What: The trip: This month we will be heading to the trail head in style as we take trip #1 in our new partnership with Volvo Cars Manhattan. We will meet at 8am at Volvo Cars Manhattan 565 11th Ave for a light complimentary breakfast provided by Volvo before loading up and driving north to Harriman state park at 8:30am. After arriving at the trail head we will trek northward on the Appalachian Trail for a 6-7 mile hike where we will enjoy a quiet winter forest, scenic views and exciting rock scrambles. After the completion of the hike we will load up and head over to District 96 Brewery for food and celebratory drinks (guests are responsible to pay for any purchases made at the brewery).
Where: Volvo Cars Manhattan (565 11th Ave, New York, NY)
When: 8am-8pm
Nearest Train: 1/2/3/7/A/C/E/N/Q/R/W/S 42nd St – Times Square
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Sweaty Betty x The Ballet Spot (9am-10am)
What: Created and taught by currently working professional dancers, this 60-minute Cardio Ballet class is designed to be an excellent conditioning and endurance workout for non-dancers and dancers alike. This is a special rendition of our signature Cardio Ballet Workout, all choreographed to Pop songs! Appropriate attire is exercise clothes and regular socks, sticky socks, or ballet slippers. Need socks? Come early to buy a pair from us!
Where: Sweaty Betty Tribeca (271 Church Street New York, NY)
When: 9am-10am
Nearest Train: 1/ Franklin St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
TIFFANY & CO. MEN’S POP-UP SHOP, NYC (10am-7pm)
What: From December 5 through January 6 visit the Tiffany Men’s pop-up 6 on East 57th Street in New York. The pop-up is a preview for what will be Tiffany & Co.’s two-year home during the transformation of its Fifth Avenue flagship. Here you can find Tiffany dog tags and thick bracelets, Tiffany-branded barware, a Tiffany’s pool table, a Tiffany motorcycle, and even limited-edition Tiffany x Spalding basketballs.
Where: Tiffany & Co. (6 E 57th St, New York, NY)
When: 10am-7pm
Nearest Train: N/R/W 5 Av/59 St
RSVP: Walk in
Free New Year’s Level Up @ Showfields (10:30am-11:30am)
What: Grab a partner and join us for a cardio fusion class featuring Bädē Collection founder Symone Gates. She’ll be fusing various specialities together to create a dance cardio/boxing mash-up for 50 minutes on top of Showfields’ exclusive and beautiful rooftop.
Where: SHOWFIELDS (11 Bond St, New York, NY)
When: 10:30am-11:30am
Nearest Train: B/D/F/M/6 Broadway – Lafayette
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Free Vision Board Workshop (11am-2pm)
What: Organize your thoughts and dreams with an unique vision board to keep you focused.
Where: Queens Library Langston Hughes (100-1 Northern Blvd, Corona, NY)
When: 11am-2pm
Nearest Train: 7/ Junction Blvd
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Sunday, 1/5/20
Sundays with Alli x lululemon Williamsburg (9:30am-10:30am)
What: Join lululemon Williamsburg & Run Coach Alli Felsenthal of RunWithAlliTM for a complimentary HIIT Class! Alli will be teaching her Signature Sweat Less, Stress Less 45-Minute Full-Body Workout, which includes a series of HIIT, Sculpting, Cardio Kickboxing and Abs Circuits in one class. This event repeats every Sunday 1/5/20-1/26/20.
Where: lululemon (129 N 6th St, Brooklyn, NY)
When: 9:30am-10:30am
Nearest Train: L/ Bedford Ave
RSVP: Required (link in title)
TIFFANY & CO. MEN’S POP-UP SHOP, NYC (10am-7pm)
What: From December 5 through January 6 visit the Tiffany Men’s pop-up 6 on East 57th Street in New York. The pop-up is a preview for what will be Tiffany & Co.’s two-year home during the transformation of its Fifth Avenue flagship. Here you can find Tiffany dog tags and thick bracelets, Tiffany-branded barware, a Tiffany’s pool table, a Tiffany motorcycle, and even limited-edition Tiffany x Spalding basketballs.
Where: Tiffany & Co. (6 E 57th St, New York, NY)
When: 10am-7pm
Nearest Train: N/R/W 5 Av/59 St
RSVP: Walk in
Intersect by Lexus: WINTER GLOW BY JEFF LEATHAM (11am-10pm)
What: World-renowned floral artist Jeff Leatham created Winter Glow, an enchanting seasonal landscape that transports visitors to a world of holiday magic. Inspired by the calm of freshly fallen snow and dream like forest creatures, Winter Glow merges Jeff’s floral artistry with bold, architectural sculptures for an INTERSECT BY LEXUS – NYC custom installation. The experience creates a physical and spiritual indulgence that celebrates the holiday season. This event repeats everyday until Sunday, January 5, 2020, and closed December 24 and December 25.
Where: Intersect by Lexus (412 W 14th St, New York, NY)
When: 11am-10pm
Nearest Train: A/C/E/L – 14th St 8th Avenue
RSVP: Walk in
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker at Dolby SoHo (1pm-8pm)
What: Take an epic journey to a galaxy far, far away and discover the legacy of Star Wars exclusively at #DolbySoHo. Explore our 11 immersive exhibits & the Dolby technology that’s powered your favorite saga. Check out the full schedule & details about the space: https://dolbylabs.co/34IfoaB . This repeats Wednesday – Sunday from 12/6/19 to 1/5/20.
Where: Dolby SoHo (477 Broadway, New York, NY)
When: 1pm-8pm
Nearest Train: N/Q/R/W/6 Canal St
RSVP: Walk-in
Wednesday, 1/8/20
BumbleBff x FaceGym – New Year, New You! (6:30pm-8:30pm)
What: BumbleBff x FaceGym event! Bring your BFF for a tightening face workout and some treats :). It’s not a facial, it’s a workout. We use high energy kneading movements and cutting edge technology to tone and tighten the forgotten 40 muscles in the face.
Where: FACEGYM NoHo, Ground Floor (670 Broadway, New York, NY)
When: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Nearest Train: B/D/F/M/6 Broadway – Lafayette
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Saturday, 1/11/20
DOGA with Bond Vet x lululemon (10am-11:30am)
What: Practice yoga with us (and your dog)! Join lululemon Smith St and Bond Vet for a fun morning of yoga with Setu instructor Toni Warner! You’re welcome to bring your own pup; you will be responsible for them during class. Attendees will receive a complimentary first exam at Bond Vet, along with other fun surprises. Exam does not have to be redeemed at the time of class. Doors open at 10am, and class will begin promptly at 10:15. Mats will be provided on a first-come first-served basis; wear stretchy/comfortable clothes you can move in
Where: Bond Vet (217 Court St, Brooklyn, NY)
When: 10am-11:30am
Nearest Train: F/G Bergen St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Sunday, 1/12/20
The Athletic Performance Blueprint: Book Signing and Panel Discussion (1pm-3pm)
What: Join Dr. Marc Schneider and Justin Roethlingshoefer for the national release of, “The Athletic Performance Blueprint”. The event will start at 1pm with a discussion by noted author and coach Dr. Pat Davidson (The Power Hour and Rethinking The Big Patterns) speaking about principles for designing exercise programs. Dr. Schneider and Mr. Roethlingshoefer will then discuss an approach to elite athlete training customized by body type, genetics and sport discipline. Refreshments will be provided.
Where: lululemon (520 Broadway, New York, NY)
When: 1pm-3pm
Nearest Train: 6/ Spring St
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Monday, 1/13/20
Sip and Read: A Bookclub for Women – The Moment of Lift (6pm-7:30pm)
What: Join us Sip and Read: a bookclub for women hosted at Athleta NYC! We will be networking for the first 20 minutes and then discuss our first read for January, The Moment of Lift by Melinda Gates (purchase your copy here ). No need to read the entire book (or even have started!). Sip and Read is a monthly gathering that brings wellness, women, and books together. Have an idea for a book? We can’t wait to hear it! Light snacks and wine will be provided; yoga class happens before at 5pm.
Where: Athleta (126 5th Ave, New York, NY)
When: 6pm-7:30pm
Nearest Train: N/R/W/L/4/5/6 14 Street – Union Square
RSVP: Required (link in title)
Sunday, 1/19/20
lululemon presents Hustle + Flow Workshop with Nicole Villani (10am-11am)
What: Lululemon Brookfield Place is proud to host Nicole Villani in-store on Sunday, January 19th and Sunday, February 2nd at 10am as she leads attendees through a 30 minute vinyasa flow/meditation and a 30 minute coaching session focused on the Pillars of Wellness.
Where: lululemon Brookfield Place (250 Vesey St, New York, NY)
When: 10am-11am
Nearest Train: A/C/J/Z/2/3/4/5 / Fulton St
RSVP: Required (link in title)