ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
With Thanksgiving just one week away, start celebrating this weekend at one or many of our local entertainment venues. Plan your Rockaway Good Times weekend crawl with our guide below.
THURSDAY, November 21
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Margie’s serves up a heavenly dining and live music experience with Phil Kadet’s “Thursday Standards.”
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
FRIDAY, November 22
6:30 p.m.
What’s on the menu at Bungalow? Feel-good food, bevies and always great company, plus—music by B & B Band.
377 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, November 22
7 p.m.
Knights of Columbus November Friday night jam rolls on with singer/songwriter Gerald Bair.
333 Beach 90th Street
FRIDAY, November 22
7 p.m./ 10 p.m.
Round up your posse for music by LL Duo and country line dance instruction 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Smoke & Barrel. Then, stick around for karaoke with DJ Tone at 10 p.m.!
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, November 22
7:30 p.m.
Kennedy’s serves up a special treat with singing bassist and guitarist, Barry Waller.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, November 23
2 p.m.
Treat yourself to one of Batesy’s signature cocktails, while jammin’ out with the Rock-A-Wades.
68-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SATURDAY, November 23
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Gear up for a bay-u-tiful night at Bungalow Bar with Cat Nip’s electrifying lineup of classic and alternative rock, standards and today’s top hits!
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, November 23
8 p.m.
DJ SeaNY powers up Pico spinnin’ classic hip hop, R&B and reggae.
419 Beach 129th Street
SATURDAY, November 23
Rockaway’s Midnight Society pours out a local brew of pop/rock/folk/country/indie jam at Harbor Light. Call (718) 474-2202 for showtime and reservations.
129-18 Newport Ave.
SATURDAY, November 23
What’s on the menu at Kennedy’s? Unforgettable views, food, bevies and music by the Song Birds. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SUNDAY, November 24
12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Head to The Rooftop at The Rockaway Hotel for a chillaxin’ jazz brunch, while absorbing scenic views of the NYC skyline and the Atlantic Ocean.
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
SUNDAY, November 24
1 p.m.
Savor Sunday at Bungalow Bar with acoustic grooves by Mike T.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, November 24
1 p.m.
Bask in the last day of the weekend with Evan Kuriga’s sweet acoustic tunes at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, November 24
2 p.m.
Harbor Light serve up a coastal country treat with music by Lauren Jaimes. Call (718) 474-2202 for reservations.
129-18 Newport Ave.
WEDNESDAY, November 27
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Treat yourself to an evening of rhythmic storytelling with Ireland’s Cork-born folk songsmith, Niall Connolly at Sayra’s.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
OPEN MIC
NIGHT
Thursday, November 21
8 p.m.
Come on in y’all and show what mama gave yer at FamJam open mic night hosted by local surf cowboy/musician, Patsy Does at Smoke & Barrel.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
TRIVIA
THURSDAY, November 21
7 p.m.
Ever see a movie based on a book, and thought the book was better? Tonight, test your knowledge about books turned movies at Bungie Trivia Thursdays.
377 Beach 92nd Street
THEATER
RTC PRESENTS “RENT”
Just two weekends left!
La Vie Boheme! The Rockaway Theater Company ends its sensational 2024 season on a high note with the landmark Pulitzer Prize and multiple Tony Award-winning rock musical, “Rent!” Set in the 1980s/90s, “Rent” is an inspiring story about friends and artists struggling in New York City’s East Village that tackles addiction, poverty, AIDS and bohemian love. Show dates: November 21, 22, 23, 29, 30 at 8 p.m./ November 24, 30 and December 1 at 2 p.m. General admission: $20 and Senior/Child: $15. For tickets and more info, visit: www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org .
The John Gilleece Theater T-4 Post Theatre Building, Fort Tilden
THANKSGIVING EVE SPECIALS—
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
4:30 p.m.
Bring the kiddos to The Rockaway Hotel’s Miniature Macy’s Day Parade. Young participants will have the unique opportunity to construct their very own parade floats using recycled materials, plus design balloons to accompany their creations! Whether it’s superheroes or the magic of Disney, each child or group will create a float that reflects their passions. Snacks served. Recommended for ages 6 to 10. Admission: $40. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar
109-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
6:30 p.m.
Bungalow Bar is back with its Annual Pre-Turkey Day Bash with DJ Teddy! First up at 6:30 p.m., Danny Ryan kicks off the night with acoustic grooves, then at 9 p.m., get ready to boogie with DJ Teddy. Also, beat the clock! The earlier you drink, the less you spend! For more info, follow: bungalowbarny on Instagram.
377 Beach 92nd Street
7 p.m.
Adrienne’s will be serving up their regular menu starting at 4 p.m. while DJ Chris Cashen starts spinning tunes at 7 p.m. to start your Thanksgiving Eve celebration in Broad Channel.
25 Van Brunt Road
7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Head to The Rockaway Hotel for a Thanksgiving Eve Country Night with live music by Long Island’s country rock band, Southbound. Admission: $25. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar . Plus, after the show, get ready to bust a move with a live DJ on the Rooftop.
109-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
8 p.m.
Keep it Breezy with The Awning Brothers acoustic show at The Sugar Bowl.
15 Bedford Ave., Breezy Point
OTHER SPECIAL MENTIONS
PSYCHIC NIGHT DINNER AT SMOKE & BARREL
THURSDAY, October 21
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Manifest your Thanksgiving intentions with a one-on-one private reading from a leading NYC psychic at Smoke & Barrel’s Psychic Dinner. Also, included at $75 per person is a three-course dinner. For reservations and more info, call: (718) 727-7429.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SAYRA’S WINE BAR SUPPER CLUB
FRIDAY, November 22
7 p.m.
Sayra’s Wine Bar returns with its popular Supper Club featuring five savory courses paired with five hand-selected wines expertly selected by their in-house sommelier to enhance the delicious flavors in each dish. Plus, live music by Luti. Tickets are $85. For tickets and more info, visit: sayraswinebar on Instagram.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
BCVFD TURKEY KARAOKE
FRIDAY, November 22
8 p.m.
Gobble—gobble—gobble! The Broad Channel Volunteer Fire Department (BCVFD) hosts Turkey Karaoke with DJ Miltey at Grassy Point Bar & Grill. Admission: $5. All proceeds benefit the BCVFD.
1802 Cross Bay Blvd., Broad Channel
Got info. on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com
