The NY Philharmonic performs free concerts on the Great Lawn, with fireworks afterwards. Enter Central Park at 81st Street. Outdoor Art Exhibit on the sidewalks north and south of Washington Square Park. Each person can pick up 2 free tickets from the Delacorte Theater in Central Park, starting at 1 PM, till they're gone. There'll be lots of people, as well as police along the way, so it's safe.
Same rules apply.
Free, but reservations suggested, and bring a blanket or chair. Go with a friend. Performances this season include classical works by Balanchine and Robbins, and new ballets to the music of Ellington and Marsalis. Or watch, for free. August, Thursdays, 6pm Free dancing as bands play disco, salsa, swing on the plaza outside the Dana Discovery Center in Central Park.