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. Happy Holidays!
THURSDAY, December 19
4 p.m. to Midnight
The Rock Billiards hosts “Afterwork Grown & Sexy R&B Throwback Thursdays” celebrating Sagittarius birthdays with live DJ.
348 Beach 72nd Street
THURSDAY, December 19
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Back at Jameson’s is acoustic guitarist, Barry Waller, tuning hearts with the soundtrack of a lifetime.
421 Beach 129th Street
THURSDAY, December 19
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Don’t miss The Phil Kadet Quartet Christmas Spectacular featuring Charlie Brown’s full “Peanuts” soundtrack and more at The Rockaway Hotel!
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
FRIDAY, December 20
6:30 p.m.
What’s on the menu at Bungalow? Feel-good food, bevies and always great company, plus—music by Paulie B. Plus, stick around for Bungie’s Pajama Party kicking off at 10 p.m. with live DJ and open bar! For details, see: “Special Mentions” below.
377 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, December 20
7 p.m.
High-energy classic rock band—Friendzy—raises the roof at The BayHouse!
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
FRIDAY, December 20
8 p.m.
American Idol alum, Bryce Larsen, known as the one-man juke box, kicks off your weekend at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, December 20
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Rogers serves up the ultimate night of libations with Chris Solo’s sweet acoustic tunes!
203 Beach 116th Street
FRIDAY, December 20
Head uptown and follow the green light to Harbor Light for DJ Poppa D’s poppin’ par-tay! For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 474-2202.
129-18 Newport Avenue
FRIDAY, December 20
Rob Hannan of Beatles’ cover band, Yesterday and Today, serves up a special solo performance at Kennedy’s. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, December 21
6 p.m.
Have a Merry Connolly’s Christmas at the pub’s Annual Holiday Party featuring live music, frozens and more fun! For more info, follow: connollysbar on Instagram.
155 Beach 95th Street
SATURDAY, December 21
6:30 p.m.
Sultry siren, Valerie Rose, takes the stage at Bungie, belting out blues, rock, pop and R&B.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, December 21
8 p.m.
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
SATURDAY, December 21
8 p.m.
Get ready to jingle and mingle at the Rock-A-Wades Christmas Show at Harbor Light.
129-18 Newport Avenue
SATURDAY, December 21
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Feel the bass, hear the guitar! One2Many is back at Rogers ushering in your favorite rock classics.
203 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, December 22
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 22
1 p.m.
Eat, drink and be merry at Adrienne’s as Evan Kuriga ushers in memorable acoustic tunes.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, December 22
3 p.m.
Have a very Wine With Sue Christmas at Bungalow Bar with full electric performance!
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, December 22
4 p.m.
Cure your winter blues at Rockaway Tiki’s Tropical Sundays with DJ Repoman spinning an all-vinyl set of tropical jams. Plus, specialty drinks and Tiki bites.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SUNDAY, December 22
4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Classic rock stars, the Rock-A-Wades, storm into Rogers with another memorable Rogers’ Sunday Fun! Day!
203 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, December 22
5 p.m.
Head to Breezy for a funk-filled holiday dance party with The Fumos jammin’ classic ‘70s funk, rock, soul and jazz at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
MONDAY, December 23
7 p.m.
Feel the magic of the season with piano man/vocalist Phil Kadet’s special holiday performance at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
TRIVIA
Thursday, December 19
7 p.m.
Bring your crew and see who’ll be crowned the winner at Bungie’s Trivia Finals.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SPECIAL MENTIONS
KENNEDY’S OLD FASHION CHRISTMAS CUSTOMER
APPRECIATION PARTY
FRIDAY, December 20
3 p.m. / 8 p.m.
Celebrate the holidays at Kennedy’s “Old Fashion Christmas Customer Appreciation Party,” featuring half-priced drinks, complimentary buffet, plus music by Richie from Back Street. Followed by special performance at 8 p.m. by Decades. For reservations and more info, call: (718) 945-0202.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
BUNGALOW BAR HOLIDAY
PAJAMA PARTY
FRIDAY, December 20
10 p.m.
Come in your cozy sleepwear for Bungie’s Holiday Pajama Party! However, note slumber is not on the agenda, as you’ll be partying all night long with DJ Johnny A at the open bar. Admission: $60. For more info, visit: bungalowbarny on Instagram or call: (718) 945-2100.
377 Beach 92nd Street
THE BRIDGE FAMILY ENRICHMENT CENTER PRESENTS FESTIVE FRAMES & TOY GIVEAWAY
SATURDAY, December 21
1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Whether you observe Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa—grab your chance to take family photos with a professional photographer at The BRIDGE Family Enrichment Center’s Festive Frames 2.0. Plus, indulge in hot chocolate, light refreshments, fun activities for all, beats by DJ Peter Vibe, and toy giveaway. To reserve your time slot for photos, visit: fecthebridge on Instagram and scan the QR code.
217 Beach 92nd Street
THE SUGAR BOWL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR
SATURDAY, December 21
2 p.m.
From kiddie rides, visits from Old Saint Nick and Roger The Elf, live music and loads more, The Sugar Bowl kicks the holiday season into high gear for all ages. For more info, follow: the_bowl_1976 on Instagram.
15 Bedford Ave., Breezy Point
BHYC PRESENTS SHILELAGH LAW’S CHRISTMAS SHOW
SATURDAY, December 21
7 p.m.
Shilelagh Law is back at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club (BHYC) with their always spectacular Christmas show! Admission: $25 for BHYC members/ $30 for guests. Tickets can be purchased in the lounge any day after 4 p.m. or via Venmo: @BHYC-533. Also, before the show, the BHYC is hosting a toy drive for Toys for Tots. Bring an unwrapped toy and receive a drink coupon for spreading Christmas cheer!
533 Beach 126th Street
ROCKAWAY TIKI KARAOKE
HOLIDAY PARTY
SATURDAY, December 21
7 p.m.
Come sing a carol or belt out that song you’ve been waiting to perform at Rockaway Tiki’s Karaoke Holiday Party. Hosted by DJ Tony.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
BUNGIE’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SING-A-LONG
WITH BOBBY & JENNA
MONDAY, December 23
6:30 p.m.
’Tis the season to sing your heart out at Bobby Butler and Jenna’s fan-favorite Annual Christmas Sing-A-Long at Bungie! Enjoy holiday classics and community cheer!
377 Beach 92nd Street
