ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
With New Year’s resolutions made, some already in the rearview mirror, here’s one you can reasonably keep all year long—support local! From live music, theater, arts and more—plan your Rockaway Good Times crawl with our guide below. Here’s to 2025!
THURSDAY, January 9
4 p.m. to Midnight
The Rock Billiards hosts “Afterwork Grown & Sexy R&B Throwback Thursdays” celebrating birthdays with DJ Big Rah.
348 Beach 72nd Street
THURSDAY, January 9
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Margie’s serves up a heavenly dining and music experience with Phil Kadet’s “Thursday Standards” from The American Songbook. For reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
FRIDAY, January 10
4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Every Friday, Rock Billiards hosts, “Thank Goodness It’s Friday!” Happy hour 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., drink and food specials all night, live DJs, party time kicks off at 8 p.m. Kitchen closes at 1 a.m.
348 Beach 72nd Street
FRIDAY, January 10
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Bob Miley of the dynamic duo, Mike & Miley, plays his first solo gig at Pico jammin’ ‘60s and ‘70s rock classics.
419 Beach 129th Street
FRIDAY, January 10
6:30 p.m.
Feel the rhythm and get in the groove with acoustic guitarist Barry Waller at Bungalow Bar.
377 Beach 92nd Street
Friday, January 10
6:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Jazz connoisseurs! Back at Uma’s is Simon Chardiet jazzifyin’ your senses for your dinin’ pleasure!
92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, January 10
7 p.m.
Board the local good times train at Adrienne’s with Dave Kellan’s sweet acoustic set.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, January 10
9 p.m.
This Friday at The Rose Den, it’s all about beats and eats with DJ Baroque spinning an eclectic vibe of acid jazz, electro funk, instrumental hip hop, rare grooves and classics.
174 Beach 116th Street
FRIDAY, January 10
9 p.m.
Every Friday, The Rockaway Hotel’s flagship restaurant, Margie’s, serves up upscale, yet classic comfort dishes. Plus, with live music on the menu, be the hostest with the mostest.
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
FRIDAY, January 10
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Party into the weekend with DJ SeaNY waxin’ the vinyl at Batesy’s.
6820 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, January 10
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, also follow: harborlightpub on Instagram.
129-18 Newport Avenue
SATURDAY, January 11
7 p.m.
Lap up Adrienne’s picturesque bayside views, delectable food and bevies—plus, Derek Adam’s sweet acoustic set!
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SATURDAY, January 11
8 p.m.
DJ SeaNY powers up his Saturday night residency at Pico’s spinnin’ classic hip hop, R&B and reggae.
419 Beach 129th Street
SATURDAY, January 11
8:30 p.m.
Join the Jack Pack for several rounds of rock classics with The Uncle Jack Band at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, January 12
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, January 12
1 p.m.
Happening at Bungie! Guitarist/singer Robert Marcic hits all the right notes playing from his diverse catalogue of classic rock, pop, country, blues and R&B.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, January 12
4 p.m.
Giddy up! Make a beeline to Rogers for another raucous Sunday Fun! Day! with the Rocka-A-Wades’ sing-a-long jam.
203 Beach 116th Street
WEDNESDAY, January 15
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
It’s cold outside, but step into Dred Surfer, and feel all-tropical vibes at the restaurant’s Wednesday Caribbean-flavored Karaoke night.
16-27 Seagirt Blvd., Far Rockaway
WEDNESDAY, January 15
7 p.m.
Bask in an evening of rhythmic storytelling with Ireland’s Cork-born renowned folk songsmith, Niall Connolly at Sayra’s.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
WEDNESDAY, January 15
7 p.m.
Cure your Wednesday winter blues with Tiki Karaoke Night at Rockaway Tiki Bar.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
THEATER
RTC PRESENTS: “SHREK JR.”
Starting this FRIDAY
2 p.m. / 7 p.m.
Everyone’s favorite ogre, Shrek, is brought to life by Rockaway Theatre Company’s (RTC) Young People’s Theatre Workshop in this hilarious stage spectacle, based on the Oscar-winning smash hit film and Tony Award-winning Broadway musical. With abundant imaginative sets and costumes, an incredible cast of budding youth actors—the show’s namesake, Shrek; with Donkey; Fiona and all the other colorful characters—will have theatergoers of all ages believing in the magic of green love! Show dates: Fridays: January 10 and 17 at 7 p.m., Saturdays: January 11 and 18 at 7 p.m., and Sundays: January 12 and 19 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org/#/subscriptions
The John Gilleece Theater, Building T-4, Fort Tilden, Breezy Point
SPECIAL MENTIONS
WINE WITH SUE BENEFIT
FOR A FRIEND IN NEED
AT BHYC
SATURDAY, January 11
7 p.m.
Join Wine With Sue in spreading some Rockaway love at this philanthropic music benefit at Belle Harbor Yacht Club, in which all proceeds go toward a family dealing with a difficult medical diagnosis. No door charge, just 50/50s and cash bar. You can still get 50/50s before the big night by sending a message with your name and phone number, number of tickets desired, and Venmo payment ($20 or 3 for $50) to @John-Burke-200. Many local restaurants have graciously donated food for the event! For more info, follow: wine_with_sue on Instagram.
533 Beach 126th Street
BUNGALOW BAR
PRESENTS
“DECADES OF DIVAS:
A ONE-WOMAN SHOW”
SATURDAY, January 11
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Don’t miss this one-woman showcase by Valerie Rose traveling through the decades, transforming into some of history’s most iconic singers and entertainers, including: Lady Gaga, Stevie, Donna Summers and Cher. Tickets are $80, which includes three-hour open bar, lite food fair and a dazzling show! For tickets and more info, visit: bungalowbarny on Instagram, and see link in IG bio.
377 Beach 92nd Street
DATE NIGHT VENUES
With Valentine’s and Galentine’s on the horizon, here are a few local establishments that will make 2025 one to savor forever! Keep checking in for more date night venues and support local!
Rockaway Tiki Bar
Change up your special night at Rockaway’s own funky tiki beach bar open year-round, serving up tropical tiki drinks and Hawaiian inspired bites. Vegan options available.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
Batesy’s BBQ and Bar
Next door to Rockaway Tiki is Batesy’s. The cozy spot not only serves up barbecue and other savory delights, but their signature bangin’ cocktails will have you and your date feeling the love.
68-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com
