Weekly roundup (January 7)
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January 7, 2026 | Issue #140
NYC FOR FREE WEEKLY ROUNDUP
Note from Rebeka:
It’s January, which means a new year and a fresh start. This week: kick off your New Year’s resolutions with free healthy eating from Premier Protein and Factor, a wellness week giveaway from Target, a free day of workout classes at The Atrium, and more!
– Rebeka
FEATURED EVENTS (THIS WEEK):
🥤Premier Protein, New Year When You Need It (January 7 - 9): Premier Protein is helping fans kick off their New Year’s resolutions with FREE Premier Protein High Protein Shakes! Fans can claim a free protein shake that gets delivered straight to their door in under an hour (powered by GoPuff!)
🍎Factor Protein Power-Up Shop (January 8): Factor is launching its first Protein Power-Up Shop, a high-energy lunchtime takeover designed to help New Yorkers power through the New Year's "Quitter’s Day" slump.
🍽️Halal Munchies Bronx Free Platters (January 9): Halal Munchies is bringing bold halal flavors straight to your neighborhood—fresh, tasty, and made just for you! Join them for their grand opening and receive a free platter to celebrate!
🧘♀️Target Wellness Week Event (January 10): Target is having a Wellness Week Event on Jan 10! Celebrate small steps with Good & Gather™ giveaways. Create custom-blended smoothies at select stores.
🪩The Atrium Opening Party (January 10): Join The Atrium on Saturday, 1/10 for a free day of classes, workshops, an artist’s market, performances, and a dance party!
⛸️World's Largest Ice Skating Lesson (January 10): Be a part of attempting to break the Guinness World Record for largest skating lesson on the iconic Wollman Rink in Central Park!
🏝️PEOPLE WE MEET ON VACATION Summer Dome (January 10 - 11): You are invited to the PEOPLE WE MEET ON VACATION Summer Dome, an immersive, pop-up experience that will transport you to warmth and escapism with photo ops, giveaways, and more
🌱Farm.One Free Swap Meet (January 11): Need to regift something you received for the holidays? Ready to start the new year with less clutter? Or are you just in it for the thrill of discovering something fun? Whatever your reason, stop by Treasure It’s Brooklyn swap meet to give and get free things in real time.
📚PJ Library Jewish Children's Book Festival (January 11): Spend the day immersed in the magic of Jewish storytelling! Children of all ages are invited to pick up free PJ Library books, meet storybook authors, explore creative workshops, enjoy hands-on crafts, and dance along to live music.
MORE EVENTS (THIS WEEK):
💫Your Dreamwall: The New Era of Me (January 7)
🎬PRIMATE Advance Screening (January 7)
🎶 Lincoln Center Nordic Next (January 8 - 9)
🎪New York Carnival Stilt Walking Open House (January 9)
❄️Printemps New York Holiday on Weekend Ice Performances (January 10 - 11)
🌲NYC Parks Mulchfest (January 10 - 11):
🍔HighLife Breakfast Sandwich Giveaway (January 11)
😆PAC-MAN Celebrates 45th Anniversary (through January 18)
🚂New York Transit Museum Holiday Train Show (through February 8)
ON THE RADAR:
📊 MoMath on Fifth Free Play (January 15): During Free Play, general admission to MoMath will be completely free and fun for the whole family.
⛄️World Trade Center Oculus Winter Wellness (January 17): The World Trade Center hosts a one-day lineup of energizing fitness and restorative wellness classes designed to help you recharge, reset, and stay grounded this winter. Don’t forget to RSVP!
🥫Sauce Revival x Pop Up Grocer (January 18): Sauce Revival will be in NYC hosting fun events and activations to introduce healthier sauce options as everyone resets for the new year.
🥬Volunteer Day at NY Common Pantry (February 7): Support NY Common Pantry + volunteer with the NYC for FREE community (all attendees will get a gift!) We are asking for donations ($20+) ahead of volunteering to ensure attendance, so sign up now (spots are limited!)
MISC, RECURRING & DEALS:
👶Infant Digital Health Study (Earn $595!): HITLAB is conducting a digital health study evaluating a smart changing pad for home use following NICU discharge. They are seeking families whose infants are discharged from the NICU within the past 45 days. Participants will be compensated $595 and can keep the smart changing pad ($350 value). Share with someone who may be eligible for this!
🖼️Free Museums: Most major museums have dedicated days & hours where there is free entry every week/month!
🙇🏽♀️ Get $225 for a Focus Group: Earn $225 in rewards to help to shape the future of technology! Sign up for a 3 hour in-person study in Midtown Manhattan and get $225 for your time and participation.