It's Friday again! Then Saturday, Sunday, what?

Celebrate making it to the arguably best day of the week with two free tickets to Chelsea Handler. Our comedy queen is headed to The Wellmont in August, and you could be there, laughing and not paying for it.

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• The world-renowned Polish ensemble The Magnificent Mazowsze takes over Claire Tow Theater with 150 performers, stunning choreography, and 1,500 vibrant costumes. Win your way into next Sunday’s show.*

• Less than 4 days until 4/20, and Gotham is going all out. 20% off, 2x points, free gifts, daily prizes, and a $1K shopping spree are all on the table. Shop cannabis, art, fashion, and more before the perks fade away.*

• Did you know NYC has just one whiskey distillery? Great Jones Distilling Co. is it, and tours are just $5 for NY residents. Go behind the scenes, learn the process, and taste the product. Plus, win a cocktail class + barware swag.*

• Free Dead in the Park returns this May with Stella Blue’s Band at Central Park’s Naumburg Bandshell. Show up, spread out, and sing along to the Dead’s best hits for free.

• Plus other just announced shows from Teddy Swims, French 79, Jessie Ware, Jack White, Donny Benét, Melanie Martinez, Audien, and more!

HIP HIP HOORAY, IT’S FREE STUFF FRIDAY!

My dad always says his favorite price is… FREE. True that. In this city, though? It’s a little harder to come by. That’s where we come in. From pop-ups and markets to outdoor shows, NYC is full of ways to get out for free.

• 4/18 - 50TH ANNIVERSARY BLOCK PARTY @ ​MOMA PS1

• 4/18 - INDIEPLAZA @ 30 ROCKEFELLER PLAZA

• 4/18 - JANGAL: AN AFROHOUSE EXPERIENCE @ DELUXX FLUXX

• 4/19 - EARTH DAY 2026 FESTIVAL @ UNION SQUARE

• 4/26 - FREE PRETZEL DAY @ WETZEL’S PRETZELS

THIS WEEKEND

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• ICYMI: Record Store Day is tomorrow. Hit NYC’s best record shops for exclusive drops and an all-day excuse to hang with fellow music lovers.

• 4/20 is basically a citywide holiday now. With it fully legal, NYC is lighting up from every angle, from bingo and comedy to dance parties, pop-ups, and more.

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