It’s the 250th birthday of the red, white and blue! And from rooftop fireworks, World Cup watch parties, live music, arts and even tasting George Washington’s very own beer recipe—celebrate, “The land of the free, home of the brave,”—right here in Rockaway! See the roundup below. Happy Fourth of July!
LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY, July 2
5 p.m.
Get an early kickoff to your July 4th frolics at The Wharf with Irish rocker, John “Amo” Doyle.
416 Beach 116th Street
THURSDAY, July 2
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Take a vacay from the kitchen and head to The Rockaway Hotel’s “Dinner & A Band” summer series! Dine on juicy barbecue, pulled pork and cornbread—coupled with WLIR-FM era music from The Knobs. Admission: $25 (includes a plate, plus live music). For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
THURSDAY, July 2
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Rock and pop guitar stylist Barry Waller is usherin’ in his acoustic magic at Bungalow Bar.
377 Beach 92nd Street
THURSDAY, July 2
7 p.m.
Every other Thursday, don’t miss Patsy’s folk FamJam at Rockaway Beach Surf Club.
302 Beach 87th Street
FRIDAY, July 3
2:30 p.m. / 6 p.m.
Similan On The Bay serves up a double header! First up, Barry Waller! Followed by Poppa Lou and Bob Miley.
375 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, July 3
5 p.m.
Pack in good food, good bevies and good vibes at The Wharf, plus good music by Frank O’Sullivan.
416 Beach 116th Street
FRIDAY, July 3
7 p.m.
Forget the heat! Enjoy the beat with DJ Nick Russo at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, July 3
7:30 p.m.
Launch your Independence Day celebrations with One2Many at Belle Harbor Yacht Club.
533 Beach 125th Street
FRIDAY, July 3
Lap up sunset and skyline views with Danny Riordan at Kennedy’s. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, July 4
5 p.m.
Fire up your July 4th fun-a-thon with Kerry Kearney’s red-hot Southern rock and NYC blues at The Sugar Bowl.
15 Bedford Avenue, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, July 4
6 p.m.
Feel the raw energy of Mark Campanale of Camp Tunes at The Wharf.
416 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, July 4
6 p.m.
Rock Soup lights up Connolly’s with a viral electric show, then DJ Ulez fires up the oceanside party.
155 Beach 95th Street
SATURDAY, July 4
7 p.m.
Cash in an epic dance par-tay at Adrienne’s with DJ Chris Cashen!
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, July 5
1 p.m. / 4 p.m.
Wine and dine at Adrienne’s with live music from Evan Kuriga, followed by DJs At Work.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, July 5
2:30 p.m./ 5:30 p.m.
Similan On The Bay sweetens your Sunday with Chris Tedesco on violin, followed by Japanese jazz pianist/vocalist, Miho Nobuzane.
375 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, July 5
5 p.m.
Grab a frozen and bookmark Independence Day weekend with Solshyne at Connolly’s.
155 Beach 95th Street
SUNDAY, July 5
5 p.m.
Danny Riordan ushers in modern country, classic southern rock and sing-along favorites at The Wharf.
416 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, July 5
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Playing Mantis throws down your favorite classic rock, pop and R&B band covers at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
SUNDAY, July 5
11 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Celebrate summer Sundays at Blarney 2.0 with DJ Combat.
202-24 Rockaway Point Blvd, Breezy Point
MONDAY, July 6
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Bobby Butler, Jenna Baker and Danny Mulvanerty of Indaculture continue their summer residency at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
TUESDAY, July 7
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Lookin’ for good music, chased with bay-rrific vibes? Look no further than The BayHouse headlining Danny Riordan.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
WEDNESDAY, July 8
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Soak in the sunset and acoustic grooves with Mike Wallace at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
CONNOLLY’S OPEN MIC NIGHT
Every TUESDAY!
8 p.m.
Mike drop! Head to Connolly’s for Connollystock, the tour de force of open mic nights hosted by Professa Squid.
155 Beach 95th Street
FILM
RFF PRESENTS: “DRY LEAF”
FRIDAY, July 3
8:30 pm
To coincide with the World Cup, the Rockaway Film Festival is screening football-themed films at its outdoor Arverne Cinema. Shot entirely on an old Sony Ericsson phone, “Dry Leaf,” by Georgian director, Alexandre Koberidze, follows a father searching for his daughter, who has mysteriously disappeared while shooting a series of soccer fields for a sports magazine. Doors open at 8 p.m. Screening at 8:30 p.m. Admission: $10. For tickets and info, visit: https://www.rockawayfilmfestival.org/
72-02 Gouverneur Ave
SPECIAL MENTIONS
TOAST TO AMERICA
WITH GEORGE WASHINGTON’S ORIGINAL BREW + LIVE MUSIC
AT TAP THAT
FRIDAY, July 3 &
SATURDAY, JULY 4
Tap into history all weekend at Tap That with TALEA Liberty Lager, a revolutionary brew inspired by America’s first president, George Washington’s very own beer recipe. Brewed in collaboration with The New York Public Library, Tap That is the only place in Rockaway offering patrons a taste of this revolutionary brew. Plus, live music!
FRIDAY, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.: If you’re a fan of Janis Joplin—Katie Mitchell Band will not disappoint!
SATURDAY, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Jam rock band, The Mighty Quinn Electric.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
SALUTE THE RED, WHITE & BLUE AT PILOT HOUSE
FRIDAY, July 3 to SUNDAY, July 5
Pilot House is going all out celebrating the U.S.A.’s 250th birthday with World Cup Watch Parties all weekend! Giddy up for Michelob Ultra and Stella Artois beer giveaways—official sponsors of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Plus, on Friday at 3 p.m., The Mighty Quinn band takes the stage.
190 Beach 69th Street
CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250TH ON THE ROOFTOP
AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL
SATURDAY, July 4
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an unforgettable evening on The Rooftop of The Rockaway Hotel with panoramic views, an all-American food feast, oyster bar, four-hour premium drink and ice cream bars. Plus, be dazzled by front-row access to spectacular 360-degree fireworks displays. Admission: 21 and over—$150 per person. Under 21—$60 per person. Group of up to five guests—$750. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
WATCH THE WORLD CUP &
WIMBLEDON AT JAMO’S
All summer—make Jamesons your World Cup and Wimbledon headquarters. Bucket specials: Michelob Ultra and Miller Light (five for $25).
421 Beach 129th Street
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