Weekly roundup (July 3)
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July 3, 2024 | Issue #62
NYC FOR FREE WEEKLY ROUNDUP
Note from Rebeka:
This week: celebrate 4th of July with fireworks along the Hudson River, and look forward to a busier July starting next weekend, with a ton of pop-ups, community festivals and more. Plus, our NYC for FREE community Mets game is this Tuesday. Hope you will join us!
–Rebeka
UPCOMING EVENTS (THIS WEEK):
🎇 4th of July Fireworks (July 4): The Macy’s NYC 4th of July Fireworks are on the Hudson River this year: the first time in over a decade! There are plenty of areas to watch for free along the West Side Highway
🍩 Krispy Kreme July FREEdom Days (July 4): Get a FREE Original Glazed doughnut when you visit a Krispy Kreme shop wearing red, white, and blue!
🏖️ The Seaport Beach Fest (July 4 - 7): Sun, sand, and your favorite summer sounds. Head to the beach this July Fourth Weekend—right here downtown at The Seaport.
🌭 Crif Dogs x Blackbird (Every Mon & Wed in July): Crif Dogs is serving up free creative hot dogs every Monday and Wednesday in July, sponsored by Blackbird
💋 Glossier Balm DotWorld (July 5, 13): Join Glossier at Balm DotWorld, an immersive and interactive Balm Dotcom mobile unit. Personalize your Balm Dotcoms with free charms, grab some Glossier samples and sticker sheets, and more!
🇰🇷Skyview K-Fun Summer School (July 7, 18, 28, Aug 8): The Shops at Skyview have expanded the popular “K-Fun” Korean cultural festival to span six weeks, with days dedicated to exploring the vibrant facets of Korean pop music, art, fashion, wellness, food and traditional cultural experiences!
⚾️ NYC for FREE Mets Game (July 9): Join the NYC for FREE community at a Mets game. The first 15,000 fans will get a Mets Soccer Jersey, and the NYC for FREE group will have special giveaways. Tickets are $22+fees
ON THE RADAR:
🧦Pair of Thieves Pop-Up Experience (July 11): Pair of Thieves is coming to New York City to celebrate its 10-year anniversary. Join the celebration for a chance to receive complimentary Pair of Thieves swag and help raise awareness for nonprofit organizations that are most in need of support.
🎾The Hill in New York (July 12 - 14): Wimbledon’s iconic US event, The Hill in New York, will return for a third year. On Friday, enjoy a free concert headlined by Nicole Scherzinger, and watch The Championships finals weekend on July 13 - 14. Enter an online ballot to win tickets by July 4th.
🥿Rothy's 5th Avenue Grand Opening (July 12 - 13): Rothy’s is going to install the FIRST ever streetside refill station as a pilot program at the brand’s new 5th Avenue retail store. Join them for a bottle swap with free Hydro Flask bottles and shaved Italian ice to celebrate
🎉West Side Fest (July 12 - 14): Join for a celebration of arts and culture on the West Side of Manhattan. Enjoy free museum access, artmaking, workshops, dancing, crafts, and other special programming across participating organizations from the West Side Cultural Network
🌇Manhattanhenge (July 12 - 13): Manhattanhenge is when the setting sun is exactly aligned with the street grid of Manhattan, and the last "Manhattanhenge Effect" of the summer occurs July 12-13
🌊City of Water Day (July 13): City of Water Day is a region-wide day of free, family-friendly events on or near the water! Dozens of communities across all five boroughs of New York City and beyond will host events, from free kayaking to rowing to hands-on workshops
🎤Red Bull Batalla (July 13): Red Bull Batalla, the world’s largest Spanish-language freestyle rap competition, will be making a stop in New York City for a Regional Qualifier
🍪Mothers Cookies Stop and Taste the Frosting Summer Tour (July 20): This summer Mothers Cookies is bringing families the ultimate frosted funhouse, games and free samples, including at Luna Park at Coney Island
MISC, RECURRING & DEALS:
🧴 Beauty Product Testing: A SoHo, Manhattan based luxury beauty brand is looking for in-person participants to test new complexion, skin and hair products! Testing sessions are no longer than 30 minutes, and testers will be given product gift codes. Sign up for the tester list!
🧘Free Outdoor Yoga Class Roundup: There are so many outdoor parks and gardens offering FREE yoga! Check out this roundup with options in every borough
🎈Balloon Story: Fever is running a 30% off sale for Balloon Story through July 4th! Embark on a magical journey through playful exhibits and interactive installations, where larger-than-life, eco-friendly balloon sculptures come to life.
🍷Roey’s 4/5/6/7 Happy Hour: Roey’s is a great spot in the West Village with Happy Hour Monday - Friday 4-6pm: $4 beers, $5 Rosemary Spritzes, $6 wines and olive plates and $7 Pizzas!
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