Museum · New York
The Museum of Modern Art: free entry days, tickets & hours
Midtown museum of modern and contemporary art: Starry Night, Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Warhol's soup cans and a sculpture garden.
Independent guide, not the official MoMA website. Official links are under Sources.
MoMA is free for some visitors, not for everyone.
- Free for: UNIQLO Friday Nights: free for New York State residents every Friday, 5:30-8:30pm; Children 16 and under are always free; Museums for All: free for SNAP or WIC recipients plus up to four guests; active U.S. military plus up to five family members; and more below.
- Otherwise: adult admission — $30.
- Free tickets must be reserved in advance and are subject to availability.
Calendar
Free days at MoMA
For New York State residents
- FRI23OCTFriday, 23 October 2026 · today · 17:30–20:30
- FRI30OCTFriday, 30 October 2026 · in 7 days · 17:30–20:30
- FRI6NOVFriday, 6 November 2026 · in 2 weeks · 17:30–20:30
- FRI13NOVFriday, 13 November 2026 · in 3 weeks · 17:30–20:30
- FRI20NOVFriday, 20 November 2026 · in 4 weeks · 17:30–20:30
- FRI27NOVFriday, 27 November 2026 · in 5 weeks · 17:30–20:30
Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- UNIQLO Friday Nights: free for New York State residents every Friday, 5:30-8:30pm: Free tickets must be reserved in advance and are subject to availability.
- New York State residents: Friday 5:30-8:30pm is free every week, but tickets must be reserved ahead.
- Everyone 16 and under is free, so families save a lot here.
- MoMA PS1 in Queens is now free for everyone.
- Backpacks must go to the checkroom before you enter the galleries.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free hoursUNIQLO Friday Nights: free for New York State residents every Friday, 5:30-8:30pm · 17:30–20:30 | New York State residents | Proof of New York State residency required. | Yes |
| Free forChildren 16 and under are always free | children under 17 | Does not apply to children in groups. | No |
| Free forMuseums for All: free for SNAP or WIC recipients plus up to four guests | EBT cardholders (Museums for All) | Show EBT or WIC card and photo ID; tickets issued in person. | No |
| Free forFree for active U.S. military plus up to five family members | military members and families | Tickets at the Ticketing Desk. | No |
| Free forFree for a care partner accompanying a visitor with a disability | disabled care partner | — | No |
Official prices
MoMA ticket prices
| Adult admission — Seniors 65+ $22, full-time students $17, children 16 and under free. Includes all galleries and special exhibitions. | $30 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (adult admission). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: MoMA
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All tickets and tours on GetYourGuide
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 10:30–17:30 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:30–17:30 |
| Wed | 10:30–17:30 |
| Thu | 10:30–17:30 |
| Fri | 10:30–20:30 |
| Sat | 10:30–17:30 |
| Sun | 10:30–17:30 |
Daily 10:30am-5:30pm, Fridays until 8:30pm. Galleries close about 15 minutes before the museum. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. Members-only hour Sat/Sun 9:30-10:30am.
11 West 53 Street, New York, NY 10019, USA
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FAQ
MoMA: common questions
Is MoMA free?
MoMA has no free entry for everyone. Also free: UNIQLO Friday Nights: free for New York State residents every Friday, 5:30-8:30pm; Children 16 and under are always free; Museums for All: free for SNAP or WIC recipients plus up to four guests; active U.S. military plus up to five family members; and more below. Otherwise the official ticket costs $30.
When are the free days at MoMA for New York State residents?
Upcoming free dates for New York State residents: Fri 23 Oct (17:30–20:30), Fri 30 Oct (17:30–20:30), Fri 6 Nov (17:30–20:30) and Fri 13 Nov (17:30–20:30). Bring proof of eligibility; booking rules are listed above.
Who gets free entry to MoMA?
Children under 17 — does not apply to children in groups.. EBT cardholders (Museums for All) — show EBT or WIC card and photo ID; tickets issued in person.. Military members and families — tickets at the Ticketing Desk.. Disabled care partner.
Do I need to book for free entry to MoMA?
Free tickets must be reserved in advance and are subject to availability.
How much is a ticket to MoMA?
Adult admission costs $30 on the official site.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- moma.org/visit/discounts · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
- moma.org/visit
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