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Sunday in NYC
Great Jazz on the Great Hill – The Central Park Conservancy and Jazzmobile present legendary saxaphonist Jimmy Heath and his 14-piece swinging big band for music and dancing. Special guests include 16-year-old whiz kid organist and pianist Matthew Whitaker and the Allan Harris Band. Bring a picnic blanket, water and snacks. 4pm to 7pm, weather permitting. The Great Hill is inside the park at 106th St. and Central Park West.
EcoFest – Times Square goes green at this 29th annual street fair focusing on clean energy and climate change. One of the sponsors is Toyota, so expect to see the newest fuel efficient models, including the Prius.
Salsa Sundays at Orchard Beach – FREE dancing to classic salsa, merengue and mambo to music spun by a top DJ. Each Sunday through October.
Salsa Sundays at Coney Island – FREE dancing to live bands each Sunday through Labor Day.
FREE Sunday admission at top NYC museums include Frick Museum and Morgan Library and Museum.
FREE Flatiron Walking Tour – Join professional guides on a 90-minute journey through this vibrant neighborhood, viewing some of the City’s most notable landmarks, including the New York Life Insurance Building, the MetLife Clock Tower, the Appellate Courthouse and the famous Flatiron Building. Every Sunday at 11am, rain or shine. No advance registration is required. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Every weekend
Hallett Nature Sanctuary – This almost-secret hideaway spot in Central Park is now open for the season. The gates to this locked-off sanctuary will be open daily this year, from 10AM to 30 minutes before sunset, with the caveat that it is closed occasionally due to inclement conditions. Wear sturdy closed shoes for the uneven walkways, and bring a camera. No dogs, bikes or strollers permitted.
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DeKalb Market Hall is now open in Downtown Brooklyn. The city’s newest indoor food hall includes an outpost of Lower East side icons Katz’s Delicatessen and Guss’ Pickles, plus local Brooklyn favorites Arepa Lady and Pierogi Boys.
Long Island Flea, Brooklyn Flea and Smorgasburg are open for the season. Details here.
Pier 2 Roller Rink at Brooklyn Bridge Park – Rates are $3 to skate, $6 to rent; check the website for hours and special events, including lessons. This is a covered rink, so you get fresh air, but not raindrops.
Brooklyn Bridge Park’s bouncy Squibb Park Bridge has reopened after more than two years and $2.5 million to reduce bounce. The walkway is a handy shortcut between Brooklyn Heights and the park.
Luna Park at Coney Island – Celebrate the 90th anniversary of the iconic Cyclone roller coaster all season.
Brooklyn Bazaar Night Market is back with an Asian-style night market, with international food, vendors, and entertainment.
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Also, check the list of best free things to do in NYC any day of the week, including weekends.
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