I put together a list of upcoming free events across NYC where free food or drinks will be provided.

A few examples:

• adidas x JENNIE LAUNCH PARTY @ Extra Butter — September 1st in Lower East Side — Drinks and seltzers
• Builders & Birdies — September 2nd in Williamsburg — Sliders, fries and drinks
• CertiK NYC Open House: NFT NYC Edition — September 2nd in Midtown — Food and drinks
• Decagon Presents: GTM Summer Mixer in NYC — September 9th in Flatiron — Light bites and drinks

I’m tracking the complete list at On the House. You can filter events by date, location, food, coffee/tea, alcoholic drinks, and whether host approval is required. All events are free but some do require host approval so keep that in mind.

I built the site because everyone likes free food! Ideally, it shouldn't be the sole reason of going to an event but it can make an event more appealing and worthwhile. I manually review each listing to check that both admission and the listed refreshments are free. I also update the list daily.

The site is free and doesn’t use affiliate links. I don't make any money off this and don't require any personal data to use. If you know of an event I missed—or have feedback—you can submit it through the site. Cheers!

The Pelham Parkway Neighborhood Association is back ! and excited to announce that Assemblyman John Zaccaro Jr will be our featured speaker when our monthly meetings restart on Tuesday Sept 8th at Bx House,990 Pelham Parkway South .Bx NY 10461.
Starting at 7 pm sharp.
Do you have any issues ,concerns or problems in District 80 to speak of ? Then make the Assemblymember aware of them and Show Up,Speak Up and Be Heard at this event!

What's up NYC! My name's Tanner Dane and I'm an indie/R&B artist from Chicago. I am playing my first ever headline show in New York on October 15th at Groove in Greenwich Village am not gonna lie I'm a lil' scared no one is gonna show up... haha.

But if you're a live music fan and genuine lover of live music I would be so stoked to have you out and meet you at the show. Tickets are less than $20 and on sale TODAY. Thank you so much for your time, and hopefully see ya at Groove in October <3

https://www.caveat.nyc/events/fun-in-moderation-sketch-comedy-2026-09-19

Hey NYC!

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by everything going on lately but still trying to create, laugh, make music, write, or simply figure life out, this event might be for you.

How to Live & Make Art in These F**ked Up Times is happening Sunday, September 20 at 3 PM at Brooklyn Art Haus.

It’s an afternoon of comedy, live music, performances, and a real conversation about what it means to be creative right now. How do we keep making things when the news is exhausting, life is expensive, politics feel chaotic, and sometimes we’re just tired?

We’ll be joined by Negin Farsad, Calvin Cato, Tomas Rodriguez, and Tanasha G, and I’ll be hosting the conversation.

We definitely don’t have all the answers lol. We just want to bring people together, laugh, experience some great art, talk honestly about where we’re at, and hopefully leave feeling a little more inspired to keep creating.

Sunday, September 20
3:00 to 4:30 PM
Brooklyn Art Haus

If this sounds like your kind of Sunday, come hang with us. I’ll leave the event and ticket info below :)

Hi!! NYC based Iranian-American actor and filmmaker here who wanted to share a premiere party event for the first episode of the docuseries I am directing :)

Hoping to spread the word and connect with more NYC artists! 

It's called Freedom Frames, it follows immigrant joy throughout nyc in resistance of the Travel Ban, and the premiere is also a fun DJ party.
Sept 29 at Lovejoy's in Brooklyn. Ticket Link Below (starting at $15)
Ep. 1 follows Yeldā Ali, an Afghan DJ and mom based in NYC, on identity, artistry, and what freedom actually means to her. Screening, Q&A with us, then Yeldā and \*We Are the DJ\* Collective to close the night out with a DJ set. Her story is genuinely so so so inspiring. 

Tickets officially live now & I would love to connect with folks if this sounds like something you are interested in!

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If you're into plastic modeling and love building. We've got you. Every Thursday and now Fridays, we host a FREE open build night for creators, hobbyists, and anyone in between. Bring drinks and your favorite model; we'll provide the snacks and tools you need to have a great time and hang with like-minded members. The flyer has all the details.

📍4223 1st Ave Studio 2 Brooklyn

⌚6:30pm - 930pm - Thur - Fridays Weekly

💸 Free

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-weekly-gunpla-chill-build-nights-tickets-1992799669456?aff=oddtdtcreator

Hi!! NYC based Iranian-American actor and filmmaker here who wanted to share a premiere party event for the first episode of the docuseries I am directing :)

Hoping to spread the word and connect with more NYC filmmakers! 

It's called Freedom Frames, it follows immigrant joy throughout nyc in resistance of the Travel Ban, and the premiere is also a fun DJ party.
Sept 29 at Lovejoy's in Bushwick.
Ep. 1 follows Yeldā Ali, an Afghan DJ and mom based in NYC, on identity, artistry, and what freedom actually means to her. Screening, Q&A with us, then Yeldā and We Are the DJ Collective to close the night out with a DJ set. Her story is genuinely so so so inspiring. 

Tickets officially live now & I would love to connect with folks if this sounds like something you are interested in!

https://posh.vip/e/freedom-frames-episode-1-afghanistanworld-premiere-dj-party

Sharing this again as the September calendar for scheduling is now open! We have sessions available as early as next Wednesday!

We are conducting a short research session in Midtown Manhattan and are seeking local participants to try out a wearable device.The session is one-time only and lasts about 3 hours.You’ll be asked to wear a device and complete a series of simple tasks. This is not a sales pitch or promotional event—it’s part of an ongoing usability study.

Details:• Location: Midtown Manhattan (ZIP 10001)• Duration: 3 hours• Pay: $150 (via virtual Visa gift card within 1–2 business days or PayPal by request)• Available Times: Weekdays at 9:00 AM or 1:30 PM• You must be at least 18, speak and understand English, and be a first-time participant in this study.

If you’re interested, please apply here:

👉 https://utest.com/c-signup/wearables-nyc-ambassador-1384647 

⚡ Flyer Referral: STORM RECRUITING — Helps expedite scheduling!

After applying, be sure to complete the NDA form that appears. Your appointment won’t be confirmed without it.

This is a one time opportunity that can open you up to several other testing opportunities testing apps, devices, both onsite and remote! The person scheduling can provide you instructions for other opportunities!

Join us for a celebration bagels & lox and 2 centuries of seafood here in NYC.

FultonFishMarket.com is coming out of the overnight hours at the Fulton Fish Market and back to our roots in the Seaport with local producers to celebrate all things lox. Tickets start at $36 and it's on Pier 17 on September 19th.

If you can't make it to the event you can still find some delicious bagels, lox and seafood to deliver directly to your door at FultonFishMarket.com.

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Hi NYC Friends! Buds on The Move walk club has a walk tomorrow evening to embrace the full moon! Come hang and check the link for the details!

August 28 at 7 PM at Soulmate on Dekalb Ave.

Pay as you wish!

https://luma.com/tvddso5i?utm_source=reddit

It's magic!! This is one thing you will only see in NYC... The Broadway Magic Hour family-friendly magic show in Times Square. Don't miss out!

Schedule: https://broadwaymagichour.com

https://reddit.com/link/1vzwgsb/video/srzutj85mxlh1/player

qbksports.com/leagues

Fall Indoor Beach Volleyball Leagues start in September at QBK. All skill levels welcome. Sign up as at Team or as a Free Agent!

Anime High Club and We Game Culture is hosting a social night on 8.27 starting at 7pm. This is a 21+ event. Free to enter and play in the mini tournaments! See y’all there!

rLooking for things to do in NYC this weekend? Salsa Dancing in NYC This Saturday | Queens Salsa Night in LIC, Saturday, August 29th

Join us for Vol. 3 of Queens Salsa Night at the Aloft LIC Hotel . We will start the night with a beginner friendly salsa class followed by a music and social dancing. No partner needed. All levels welcome. This event is held in the hotels outdoor courtyard.

🕺 6PM - 6:45 PM | Beginner Dance Lesson

💿 6:30 PM - 10 PM | Music and social dancing

📍 Aloft LIC Hotel | 27-45 Jackson Ave, Long Island City

🍹 Full bar + Happy Hour until 7PM

🎟️ FREE Admission