Map out your Rockaway summer crawl with The RT’s Good Times page. See the roundup below!
LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY, August 27
5 p.m.
Soak in tranquil Jamaica Bay views with Dave Kellan’s acoustic groove at The Wharf.
416 Beach 116th Street
THURSDAY, August 27
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
At The Rockaway Hotel’s “Dinner and a Band Series,” the world’s first Michelin-starred taqueria, El Lugar (NYC) serves up authentic Mexican taquerias: tinga (pulled chicken with refried bean puree); champiñones (mushrooms sautéed with cilantro, corn, cotija); carnitas (pulled pork sautéed with onion)—served with salsa asada, pico de gallo and lime. Plus live music by The Mighty Quinn. Admission: $25 (includes a plate and live music). For reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
THURSDAY, August 27
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Come grab dinner, drinks and a seat on the bay—plus a coastal country treat from Lauren Jaimes at Bungalow Bar.
377 Beach 92nd Street
THURSDAY, August 27
7 p.m.
Jazz vocalist Zack Alexander brings Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack to life at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
THURSDAY, August 27
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
What’s on the menu at The BayHouse? Divine sunset views, food and music by Timmy Quinn.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
THURSDAY, August 27
7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Bask in the sunset as Barry Waller serves up soulful acoustic tunes at Kennedy’s.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
FRIDAY, August 28
5 p.m.
Anthem Acoustic ushers in acoustic rock classics at The Wharf.
416 Beach 116th Street
FRIDAY, August 28
6 p.m.
Hit the boards for a squid-a-rrific dance fest with Big Squid at Caracas.
Beach 106th Street Concession
FRIDAY, August 28
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Breezy’s Pointers fire up a sizzling retro rock and pop performance at Tap That.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
FRIDAY, August 28
6:30 p.m.
Kevin’s Band throws down ‘80s and ‘90s party covers at Bungie. DJ to follow.
377 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, August 28
7 p.m.
Cash in on a fun Friday with DJ Chris Cashen at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, August 28
9 p.m.
Don your toga gear and party like it’s 500 BC at DJ Paddy Tubz Odyssey-Themed Toga Party at Connolly’s!
155 Beach 95th Street
SATURDAY, August 29
5 p.m.
From The Smiths, The Cure, Depeche Mode and more—The Knobs jam the ultimate new wave and alternative rock show at Rhythms On The Rock.
112-16 Rockaway Beach Blvd
SATURDAY, August 29
5 p.m.
It’s all bay-u-tiful vibes with Pete Brady performing at The Wharf.
416 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, August 29
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
With over 30 self-pour beers on tap and pub food on the menu—pack in a night filled with Solshyne at Tap That.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
SATURDAY, August 29
6:30 p.m.
Rock cover band, Jukebox Jane, makes their Rockaway debut at Bungalow! DJ to follow.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, August 29
7 p.m.
Join party rock and pop cover band, Cherry and The Gunnz, in celebrating their one-year anniversary at Pilot House!
190 Beach 69th Street
SATURDAY, August 29
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Hell or High Water pours out good ol’ fashioned rock and roll, chased with a bluesy swamp vibe at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, August 30
1 p.m. / 4 p.m.
Every Sunday, wine and dine at Adrienne’s with acoustic tunes from Evan Kuriga, followed by DJs At Work.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, August 30
5 p.m.
Bid adieu to the weekend on a sweet note with Evan Kuriga at The Wharf.
416 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, August 30
5 p.m.
Breezy’s GrassLighters throw down a rich blend of rock, folk and bluegrass at The Sugar Bowl.
15 Bedford Avenue, Breezy Point
SUNDAY, August 30
5 p.m.
Long Island eight-piece band, The Mystic, commandeers the fun at Bungalow Bar.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, August 30
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Paul Tully leads the Baba Lou’s in an epic classic rock jam session at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
SUNDAY, August 30
10 p.m. until late
Celebrate summer Sundays at Blarney 2.0 with DJ Combat.
202-24 Rockaway Point Blvd, Breezy Point
MONDAY, August 31
6 p.m.
Piano man Phil Kadet strokes your appetite at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
MONDAY, August 31
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Indaculture Duo continues their summer Monday night residency at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
TUESDAY, September 1
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Danny Riordan ushers in acoustic rock classics 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
ROCKAWAY TIKI KARAOKE NIGHT
FRIDAY, August 28
7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Channel your inner Spice Girl or Backstreet Boys at Rockaway Tiki’s karaoke night.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd
BUNGALOW TRIVIA NIGHT
MONDAY, August 31
7 p.m.
Grab your crew for Bungalow’s “Summer Rewind Trivia Finals!” The bayside hot spot turns back the clock with questions from summers’ past.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SPECIAL MENTIONS
BEASTIE BOYS’ MIKE D 5D DEBUTS SOLO ALBUM AT ROC
FRIDAY, August 28
7:30 p.m.
Beastie Boys’ Mike D 5D debuts his first solo album, “Thank You,” at Rockaway Ocean Club. At this outdoor concert, Mike D performs his first full-length project since Beastie Boys last release in 2011. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. in the courtyard. Admission: $67.98. For tickets, visit: rockawayoceanclub on Instagram and see link in bio.
Riis Bath House (157 Rockaway Beach Blvd)
6TH ANNUAL RB SURF MUSIC FESTIVAL
FRIDAY, August 28 to SUNDAY, August 30
(times vary)
Head to Bar 97 on the boardwalk for three days of chock-full sun, surf and twang with nine surf bands representing five states at the Annual Rockaway Beach Surf Music Festival. Free! For daily band lineup, visit: Rockaway Beach Surf Music Festival on Facebook.
Beach 97th Street Concession
BCVFD MARDI GRAS EVENTS
ongoing until MONDAY, September 7
(times and locations vary)
Broad Channel Volunteer Fire Department continues its Mardi Gras celebrations! Remaining event lineup: Saturday, August 29—Family Feud at Grassy’s; Sunday, August 30—Lobster Dinner at the VFW; Friday, September 4—Dancin’ In The Streets; Saturday, September 5—Family Day at the Broad Channel Athletic Club; and Monday, September 7—Labor Day Parade. For more info, visit: broadchannelvfd on Instagram.
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