ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
With the “most wonderful time of the year!” in full swing, plan your Rockaway Good Times holiday weekend crawl with our guide below.
THURSDAY, December 12
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, December 13
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Jingle and mingle at Pico as Joe Kenel and the In-Laws usher in the tunes!
419 Beach 129th Street
FRIDAY, December 13
6:30 p.m.
What’s on the menu tonight at Bungalow? Feel-good food, bevies and always great company, plus—music by B & B Band.
377 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, December 13
7 p.m.
It’s Fri-yay! So, live it up at Adrienne’s as DJ Marvin Myers spins funk, house, R&B, hip hop and more!
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, December 13
7 p.m.
Smoke & Barrel makes it a December to remember with LL Duo’s merry holiday tunes.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, December 13
8:45 p.m.
Celebrate the holiday season with Cat Nip Band at Kennedy’s.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
FRIDAY, December 13
9 p.m.
The mood is right, spirits are up for a rockin’ holiday sing-a-long with Kyle Wade at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, December 14
6:30 p.m.
Bungalow serves up a Brazilian acoustic treat with Zuike.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, December 14
8 p.m.
Fire up your Saturday night vibrations with Irish indie pop sensation, Lauren Craig at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SATURDAY, December 14
8 p.m.
Blackstone blows into The BayHouse with their flamin’ lineup of Southern rock and blues.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, December 14
9 p.m.
Feel the bass, hear the guitar! One2Many is back at Rogers pourin’ out your fave rock classics.
203 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, December 14
What’s on the menu tonight 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, December 15
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, December 15
1 p.m.
Too Fat Guys devour the stage at Bungalow Bar, playing acoustic covers from all genres and every decade!
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, December 15
1 p.m.
Holiday cheer is all around at Adrienne’s with sweet bay views and Melanie Morin’s acoustic tunes.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, December 15
With Harbor Light in full holiday season mode, get your chops ready, plus, music by—Greg Parr! For showtime and reservations, visit: harborlightpub on Instagram or call: (718) 474-2202.
129-18 Newport Avenue
WEDNESDAY, December 18
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.
TRIVIA
Thursday, December 12
7 p.m.
At this week’s Bungalow Bar Trivia Thursdays, Bungie honors the iconic stars we lost in 2024. From James Earl Jones, Quincy Jones, Dikembe Mutombo and more, don’t miss this heartfelt tribute, paired with great food and drinks.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SHOP LOCAL
RUFFLE BAR HOLIDAY SIP & SHOP
SATURDAY, December 14
12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Sip on Ruffle Bar’s delightful spiked hot cocoa, moonshine/coquito as you pack in holiday shopping with local vendors. Spread holiday cheer by shopping local!
919 Cross Bay Blvd., Broad Channel
ROCKAWAY HOLIDAY MAKERS MARKET/SURFRIDER HOLIDAY PARTY
SATURDAY, December 14
2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
‘Tis the season to shop and party, so, grab the opportunity to do both at Rockaway Holiday Makers Market at the Rockaway Beach Surf Club. Plus, Surfrider NYC is hosting a holiday party with live music 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more info, visit: rockawaymakersmkt and @surfridernyc on Instagram.
302 Beach 87th Street
THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL HOLIDAY MARKET
SUNDAY, December 15
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Shop from a mile-long list of vendors at The Rockaway Hotel’s spectacular Annual Holiday Market.
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
SPECIAL MENTIONS
RTC JINGLE BELLS ON THE ROCK
FRIDAY, December 13
6 p.m. / 8 p.m.
Bring the family for a cabaret of Christmas songs and dances presented by Rockaway Theatre Company at The Rockaway Hotel. Two shows: 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org/#/subscriptions
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
CHRISTMAS CANDLE-MAKING WORKSHOP AT BUNGALOW BAR
FRIDAY, December 13
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Candle queen, Morgan Mack of Rockaway Candle Co leads a candle-making class at Bungalow just in time for the holidays! Attendees create their own custom fragrance blend and learn how to pour a soy candle. Go home with your own customized candle in a vessel. Tickets are $55, and include a glass of Prosecco and light bites. For tickets and more info, visit: https://rockawaycandleco.com/collections/candle-class
377 Beach 92nd Street
ROCKAWAY CHAMBER MUSIC HOLIDAY CONCERT FUNDRAISER
FRIDAY, December 13
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Connolly’s opens its door this evening for Rockaway Chamber Music’s (RCM) first annual holiday concert/party/fundraiser featuring RCM’s festive brass quintet! Cash bar, Aunt Janice’s Party Mix and more surprises. Tickets are $20. For tickets and more info, visit: https://buytickets.at/rockawaychambermusic/1462928 or connollysbar on Instagram.
155 Beach 95th Street
THE RHAPSODY PLAYERS “A ROCKIN’ CHRISTMAS” AT RTC
SUNDAY, December 15
2 p.m.
Rock, roll and ring in the holidays at Rockaway Theater Company with six-piece vocal group, The Rhapsody Players, singing holiday hits: “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree,” “White Christmas,” “Snowman,” “All I Want For Christmas,” “Home For The Holidays” and more! Also, live band. One performance only! Admission: $25 cash at door. For reservations, call: (646) 335-2710 or email: broadwayjack@earthlink.net
Rockaway Theatre Company John Gilleece Theater, Fort Tilden
RBAF 6TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY
SUNDAY, December 15
2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Join Rockaway Beach Autism Families at their 6th Annual Holiday Party at Knights of Columbus. Enjoy an afternoon chock-full of food, gifts and live entertainment from Rockaway Beach Dance Company and O’Malley Irish Dance Academy. Master of Ceremonies: The Best Dressed Man In Rockaway. Toy giveaway from Santa and free gift raffle with prizes donated by local businesses. For more info, visit: Rockaway Beach Autism Families on Facebook/Instagram.
333 Beach 90th Street
ROGERS PUB 3RD ANNUAL TOY DRIVE
SUNDAY, December 15
4 p.m.
’Tis the season of giving! Bring an unwrapped toy for kids to Rogers as Gerald Bair & Friends gets you in the Christmas spirit!
203 Beach 116th Street
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