With the nor’easter finally in the rear mirror, the sun is out and temps are heating up—so, keep your Rockaway Good Times rollin’ with our weekend roundup below!
LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY, October 1
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Every Thursday, designate Sayra’s Wine Bar—the chillaxing zone for Far Rock Shop’s “Off The Clock.” An afterwork Thursday vibe to unwind, connect, sip and ease into the weekend. Plus, Afrobeats, R&B, Ampiano, reggaeton, dancehall, Kompa, soca and more world beats by DJ D-For-Dayo.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd
THURSDAY, October 1
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Bob Miley jams ‘60s and ‘70s rock classics at Similan on the Bay.
375 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, October 2
6 p.m.
Knights unite! Back at Knights of Columbus is Sir Paul Wade jammin’ rock classics you know and love.
333 Beach 90th Street
FRIDAY, October 2
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
LL Duo—Paddy & Linda, serve up their unique lineup of blues, rock and soul classics at Similan On The Bay.
375 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, October 2
7 p.m.
Poppa Lou & the Baba Lou crew throw down your favorite rock classics at Pilot House.
190 Beach 69th Street
FRIDAY, October 2
7 p.m.
Fill your cup of good times at Rockaway Tiki. Start with happy hour and finish with a song at Karaoke Night!
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd
FRIDAY, October 2
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday at Tap That! ”Psychobilly meets Motown,” with Bobcat’s one-man show jammin’ punk rock, psychobilly, garage rock, power pop and more.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
FRIDAY, October 2
8 p.m.
The Sun Dogs make their grand return to Jamo’s performing acoustic rock and country, just in time before Beach Channel High School’s reunion of its first graduating class!
421 Beach 129th Street
FRIDAY, October 2
8 p.m.
Double your pleasure! Double your fun with acoustic duo, Greg & Kat Parr, jammin’ hits from the ‘60s to the present at Belle Harbor Yacht Club.
533 Beach 126th Street
FRIDAY, October 2
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Sláinte! Here’s to the end of another workweek with Arturo Rivera’s acoustic brews at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
FRIDAY, October 2
Food gourmands! Make Kennedy’s your Friday YES-tination as you feast on heavenly fine food, cocktails, plus music by indie rock man, Sanford. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, October 3
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Ricky Diffendale, a.k.a. Acoustic Rick, serves up a memorable Saturday night jam at Similan On The Bay.
375 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, October 3
7 p.m.
Adrienne’s ushers in acoustic duo, The Bono Brothers—performing a wide range of classic and contemporary rock, plus Italian and Spanish songs.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SATURDAY, October 3
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Tap That hits a home run with The Other 3+1 jammin’ rock classics.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
SATURDAY, October 3
8 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Every Saturday, The Rocks Billiard hosts Noche Latina with DJ Jeffrey. Buy a drink or shot and get one free. Play pool for $2 per game. Party time starts at 9 p.m.
348 Beach 72 Street
SATURDAY, October 3
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
One2Many pours out your favorite rock classics at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, October 3
Enjoy a Breezy treat with a fine dining and music experience with Frank Persico at Kennedy’s. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SUNDAY, October 4
1 p.m.
Every Sunday, wine and dine at Adrienne’s as Evan Kuriga serves up sweet acoustic tunes.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, October 4
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Grab a beer and toast with Gerald Bair to another Sunday Fun Day! at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, October 4
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Similan On The Bay sweetens your Sunday with Brazilian jazz performed by pianist/vocalist, Miho Nobuzane.
375 Beach 92nd Street
THEATER
RTC PRESENTS: “THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST”
Just two weekends left!
Don’t miss The Rockaway Theatre’s production, “The Importance of Being Earnest,” a classic farcical comedy by Irish author, Oscar Wilde. The play depicts the tangled affairs of two young men in London’s Victorian society, who lead double lives to evade unwanted social obligations. They both assume the name, Ernest, while wooing the young women of their affections. Remaining show dates: October 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11. Tickets—adults: $23.02/ seniors and children: $17.82. For tickets, visit: https://www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org/
The John Gilleece Theater, Building T-4, Fort Tilden, Breezy Point
FOOTBALL WATCH PARTIES
TAILGATE PARTY
AT PILOT HOUSE
SUNDAY, October 4
12 p.m.
It’s football season! And with New York’s teams: Buffalo Bills facing off N.E. Patriots, Giants against Arizona Cardinals and Jets versus Chicago Bears—get ready to rumble at Pilot House for a tailgate party with bucket specials and giveaways from Surfside and Super Lyte.
190 Beach 69th Street
SPECIAL MENTIONS
THE NERDS HEADLINE
BLARNEY 2.0
FRIDAY, October 2
7 p.m.
Breezy’s Blarney blazes with in-demand high-energy rock and roll cover band, The Nerds, making their debut. Admission: $100 (which includes, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. premium open bar and 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and passed appetizers. Plus, DJ Hammer spins all night. The Nerds hit the stage at 8 p.m.
202-24 Rockaway Point Blvd, Breezy Point
BASKET WEAVING
SATURDAY, October 3
11 a.m.
Join Edgemere Farm Works and artist/educator Rebecca Naegele for a free (with RSVP) introductory workshop to basket weaving. Using locally sourced plant materials including non-native vines like English Ivy, participants will learn to weave baskets. All materials provided. RSVP on Eventbrite: Introduction to Basket Weaving at Edgemere Farm.
385 Beach 45th St.
5TH ANNUAL ROCKAWAY
DOG PARADE
SATURDAY, October 3
(Rain date: Sunday, October 4)
12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Dress up your canine for the 5th Annual Rockaway Dog Parade—a fun-filled celebration for dogs and animal lovers of all ages! This year’s theme is “Under the Sea,” so get ready to see pups dressed as mermaids, sailors, sea creatures, and more. Event includes dog costume contest with awards and prizes, live music, photo ops, and vendors. Proceeds benefit Zion’s Mission Animal Rescue. For more info, follow: RockawayDogParade on Facebook/Instagram.
Beach 94th Street Amphitheater
BEACH 116TH FALL
FESTIVAL
SUNDAY, October 4
12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Bring the entire family out for Beach 116th Fall Festival featuring live music, food and merchandise vendors, a pumpkin patch, rides, games, and free face painting.
Beach 116th
Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com
