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Brooklyn Museum First Saturday

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Free admission on the first Saturday of every month from 5-11PM with live music, art-making, and special programming.

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Free museum night with live music, DJs, and special events

One of NYC's most popular free museum nights, running for over 25 years

Pay-what-you-wish admission with live entertainment, pop-up talks, and a lively crowd. Not just free admission - it's a community event.

When?
Date/Time- First Saturday monthly, 5-11PM
Hours- First Saturday of month, 5-11PM
What's Included
  • Museum admission
  • Live music
  • Pop-up talks
  • Art-making activities
What's Not Included
  • Special ticketed exhibitions
How to Use
Reservation- Not required but arrive early for popular nights
Restrictions:
  • Not held in January and September
Location
Address- 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Parking- Parking on Eastern Parkway
Public Transit- 2/3 to Eastern Pkwy-Brooklyn Museum
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Pro Tips
  • January 2026 First Saturday is cancelled - no First Saturday in January
  • Arrive early - lines can be long
  • Great date night
Contact
(718) 638-5000https://www.brooklynmuseum.org
Source
https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/visit/first-saturdayhttps://www.nycforfree.co/free-museumshttps://www.timeout.com/newyork/museums/free-museum-days-in-nyc
Lively, cultural, social
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