ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

With just 25 days left until Memorial Day (who’s counting?), Rockaway’s metamorphosis into NYC’s ultimate hot spot for all things fun in the sun is on full blast! So, plan your Rockaway crawl with the #1 guide of things to do in Rockaway—The Rockaway Times’ Good Times page! Happy Kentucky Derby Day and Cinco de Mayo!!

 

LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAY, April 30

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where the ladies at? Every Thursday is Ladies Night at Rockaway Beach Pickleball & Golf. Slam two hours of open play, plus indulge in unforgettable drinks at the bar. Admission: $25. Free bar seat for the fellas! For more info, and to sign up, visit: rockawaybeachpickleballandgolf on Instagram.

97-25 Beach Channel Drive (entrance on Beach 97th Street)

 

THURSDAY, April 30

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Margie’s at The Rockaway Hotel serves up a heavenly dining experience as pianist Phil Kadet serenades with The American Songbook. For reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/rockaway-beach-restaurants/margies-rockaway-hotel

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

 

FRIDAY, May 1

6 p.m. 

Local rock man Mason Porretto is back, teaming up with Papa Lou & BryGuy at Similan On The Bay.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

FRIDAY, May 1

6 p.m.

Rockaway royalty, Paul Wade & Friends, light up the Knights of Columbus with rock classics.

333 Beach 90th Street

 

FRIDAY, May 1

7 p.m.

The Breezy Point ladies, The Pointers, serve up a sizzling retro rock and pop performance at Pilot House.

190 Beach 69th Street

 

FRIDAY, May 1

7 p.m.

Yee-haw! Giddy up for a night of outlaw country, classics and bar-room favorites with honky-tonk band Roadkill Country Duo at Bungalow Bar.

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

FRIDAY, May 1

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Guitar prodigy Nick Daniel makes his grand return to Tap That, bringing his prowess in acoustic finger-style guitar and “yallternative” vocal flair.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

FRIDAY, May 1

8 p.m.

It’s finally Fri-Yay! So, get the weekend party started on the bay with DJ Ernick at Adrienne’s.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

FRIDAY, May 1

8:30 p.m.

JahStix ushers in acoustic rasta rock vibrations at Margie’s. For reservations and more info, visit: www.therockawayhotel.com

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

 

FRIDAY, May 1

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

With Arturo Rivera on tap, walk into Rogers and toast “Sláinte” to another weekend.

203 Beach 116th Street

 

FRIDAY, May 1

With temps heating up, lap up sublime sunset views and acoustic tunes with Chris Decker on the waterfront at Kennedy’s. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SATURDAY, May 2

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Guitarist/vocalist Barry Waller continues his acoustic magic at bayside Thai spot, Similan On The Bay.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

SATURDAY, May 2

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

This evening at Tap That! Crossfade Nights drops high caliber covers of classic and modern rock hits from the days you rocked a mullet or a perm.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

SATURDAY, May 2

7 p.m.

Grab your mates, and cash in on a fun weekend of delish food, bevies—not to mention beautiful bay views—with DJ Cash at Adrienne’s!

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SATURDAY, May 2

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Whether you want to belt out your favorite anthem, cheer on friends, or enjoy a drink with the crew—giddy up for karaoke with The Karaoke Knights at Rogers!

203 Beach 116th Street

 

SATURDAY, May 2

Add some Kennedy’s coastal magic to your Saturday night with Frank Persico. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SUNDAY, May 3

1 p.m.

Chillax at Adrienne’s with soothing Jamaica Bay views, Italian-esque cuisine and sweet acoustic tunes with Evan Kuriga.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SUNDAY, May 3

5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Enjoy another Sunday FUNday! with Gerald Bair at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

 

BOARD GAME FUN

ROCKAWAY GAME CLUB

AT BUNGALOW BAR

WEDNESDAY, May 6

4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Every Wednesday, Rockaway Game Club (RGC) invites fellow board game aficionados to Bungalow Bar! Enjoy access to RGC’s 90-plus board game library. $10 for first-time adventurers/$5 for returning adventurers. Kids play for free. For more info, visit: rockawaygameclub on Instagram.

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

THEATER

RTC PRESENTS: “ORIGINAL ONE-ACT PLAY READINGS”

SUNDAY, May 3

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Elevate your Sunday vibes with “Original One-Act Play Readings” at the Rockaway Theatre Company (RTC). From comedy to drama and more, talented, experienced actors assume roles and read original works from RTC’s One-Act Play Writing Workshop. They’ll be reading all new short plays and selected scenes created by writers in the class taught by author/playwright/novelist Jonathon Kravetz. Be the first to hear from these emerging talents! Free!

The John Gilleece Theater, Building T-4, Fort Tilden, Breezy Point

 

SPECIAL MENTIONS

CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA

AT THE BLARNEY 2.0

FRIDAY, May 1

5 p.m.

Get a head start to Cinco De Mayo at The Blarney’s first-ever “Tequila Tasting Night!” From margaritas to ranch water—fiesta like there’s no mañana!

202-24 Rockaway Point Blvd., Breezy Point

 

DERBY DAY AT JAMESONS

SATURDAY, May 2

3 p.m.

Jamos is pulling out all the stops with the Kentucky Derby Best Hat Contest, Derby Pool, and more raffles. Plus, as you watch your horse on the big screen, enjoy mint juleps and more specialty drinks. Derby attire encouraged. Post-time for the big race is 6:57 p.m. Then stick around, 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., for music with Rockaway’s favorite Irishman, John “Amo” Doyle. For table reservations, call: (718) 474-9364.

4-21 Beach 129th Street

 

ROCKAWAY BEACH PICKLEBALL & GOLF—WATCH

THE KENTUCKY DERBY

SATURDAY, May 2

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

This Saturday, watch the Kentucky Derby on the big screen, while enjoying a few rounds of pickleball/golf—plus, food and cocktails. To sign up and for more info, follow: @rockawaybeachpickleballandgolf

97-25 Beach Channel Drive (entrance on Beach 97th Street)

 

WATCH THE KENTUCKY DERBY ALL DAY AT PILOT HOUSE

SATURDAY, May 2

Watch all the thrills of the Kentucky Derby’s live horse racing on the big screen at Pilot House! From giveaways to drink specials—make this sports bar your Kentucky Derby yes-tination!

190 Beach 69th Street

 

CELEBRATE CINCO DE MAYO AT PILOT HOUSE

TUESDAY, May 5

It’s Cinco de Mayo! From tacos, bebidas y más—fiesta con tus amigos all day at Pilot House. Plus, it’s Taco Tuesday!

190 Beach 69th Street

 

Y MAS

Look out for specials from Pico, Sal y Lima, Te Quiero, and Los Tacos de La Playa for Cinco de Mayo especiales!

Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com