NYC WEEKEND FREEBIE ROUNDUP DEC 12-14
MULTI
MHTN
🥤 @Unwell Beverages Forever Pop-Up Sat-Sun 11a-4pm (45 Grand St)
🍯 @Gisou Holiday “Pup-Up” Fri-Sat 11a-8p (Astor Place)
💄 @beautybakery.official Fri-Mon 11a-7p (21 Greene St)
🥃 @SirDavis Holiday Experience Fri-Sat 2-8p (Oculus)
🛍️ @shopmy Favorite Things Sat-Sun 12-5p (373 Broome St)
🧴 @skin1004official x Lysée Sat-Sun 11a-5p (Lafayette & Spring)
🛍️@Target SoHo Grand Opening Sat-Sun(600 Broadway)
🌲 @jcrew Miracle in Manhattan Market Sat-Sun (Central Park Boathouse)
🛍️ @robbinsandclarkltd Vintage Jewelry & Home Pop Up Fri-Sun (262 Mott St)
🍪 @Coach Holiday Event Sat-Sun 12-6p (685 5th Ave)
🥃 @the_macallan Edit x Hypebeast Sat-Sun 12-6p (357 W Broadway)
🍁@GenesisHousenyc CHROMA 11a-7p (40A 10th Ave)
🍴@Eater Under Wraps Sat-Sun 11a-6p (477 Broadway)
🌈@asos free color analysis Sat-Sun 11a-6p (182 Spring St)
🪮@crownaffair x @abbode Sat-Sun 11a-6p (252 Elizabeth St)
BK
🎄 @citypointbklyn HOLIDAY-Topia 11a-3p Sat-Sun (445 Albee Sq W)
FRI
MHTN
☕️ @Kérastase Paris Cafe 9a-5p (41 Grand St)
☕️ @Blank Street Tasting Booth 8a-5p (Rockefeller Center)
🎶 @z100newyork All Access Lounge 11a-5p (Hammerstein Ballroom)
💄@Revlon x NYLON Beauty Bodega Pop-Up 12-5p (213 Bowery)
💇🏻♀️ @drgroothair Mart 3-9p w @bretmanrock 4-5p (130 5th Ave)
🎊First Annual ELF Day 12p (Times Square)
😆PAC-MAN Arcade: Meet & Greet 2-7pm (Macy’s Herald Sq)
BK
🧸 Coney Island Holiday Toy Giveaway 11a-2p (2980 West 29th St)
SAT
MHTN
☕️Truvia x The Elk Coffee Pop Up 9-11a (WV & Nolita)
💄 @Revlon Glass Truck 9am (5th Ave & 19th St)
⛸️ @icetheatreofny Skating Celebration 4p (679 Riverside Drive)
🥯 @takearecess x @leonsbagelsnyc first 50 free 8a (188 Mulberry St)
☕️ @cynthiarowley x @donotfeedalligators 11a-2p (337 Bleecker St)
📸Family Photos @Escargot 12-5p (13 Christopher St)
BK
👩🏾🦱 @Patternbeauty Curl Crawl 12-5p (start: Sephora Atlantic Terminal)
SUN
MHTN
🎁@FifthAvenue Holiday Open Streets 12-6p
🚂@nytransitmuseum Holiday Nostalgia Rides 10a-5p
🚙Facebook Roadtrip 11a-6p (Union Sq N Plaza)
📸 @ESPN Portrait Studio 10a-9p (Bryant Park)
🍪 @bareMinerals Homemade ish 12-2p (Mad Sq Park)
If you're in New York City for the weekend of December 12-14, this roundup of free events and pop-ups offers an incredible way to enjoy the city without spending a dime. From unique beverage tastings at the Unwell Beverages Forever Pop-Up on Grand Street to the festive Miracle in Manhattan Market at Central Park Boathouse, there’s something for everyone. Manhattan is buzzing with opportunities like the Beauty Bakery pop-up, where you can discover holiday beauty products, and the SirDavis Holiday Experience located at the Oculus which pairs seasonal cocktails with immersive vibes. Shopping enthusiasts will love the Target SoHo Grand Opening and vintage jewelry and homeware pop-up at Mott Street. For art and cultural engagement, the Genesis House CHROMA event presents interactive visual experiences. Families are not left out—there’s the Coney Island Holiday Toy Giveaway in Brooklyn and free family photo sessions at Escargot, providing great opportunities to capture memorable moments. Sports and adventure lovers can join ice skating celebrations at Riverside Drive or enjoy holiday nostalgia rides at the NY Transit Museum. Don’t miss unique experiences like the free color analysis by ASOS in SoHo or the First Annual ELF Day at Times Square, which offers a festive atmosphere perfect for holiday cheer. Foodies will appreciate the tastings at multiple locations including Leon’s Bagels and bareMinerals' Homemade-ish event at Madison Square Park. This weekend is also a great time to explore hidden gems with free entry or giveaways. Whether you’re interested in fashion, beauty, food, family fun, or holiday shopping, these free events provide a fantastic way to explore the city, support local businesses, and celebrate the season. Make sure to check times and venues, as some events run only during specific hours across the weekend. Overall, the NYC Weekend Freebie Roundup is your go-to guide to enjoying the city’s vibrant culture, diverse communities, and festive holiday spirit without opening your wallet. Remember to explore safely, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and take advantage of these wonderful free events across Manhattan and Brooklyn.