ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
Whatever your current relationship status, whatever your 2025 romantic resolutions, whatever your dating situationship—don’t leave Valentine’s Day up to Cupid. From dining, live music, arts and more…make The Rockaway Times your love connection with your boo, beau or besties!
VALENTINE’S DAY HAPPENINGS—
FRIDAY, February 14
Impress your date with Kennedy’s romantic sunset views, heavenly food, plus music by Richie from Backstreet. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
6 p.m.
Calling all snowbirds! Chillaxin’ in Rincón a.k.a. Rockaway-South? Don’t miss Professa Squid and his crew raisin’ the roof at Uma’s Playa Jobos! For more info, follow: guynev6106 on Instagram.
Isabela 00662, Puerto Rico
6:30 p.m.
Cozy up with your favorite—guy or gal—at Bungalow Bar with Barry Waller.
377 Beach 92nd Street
7 p.m.
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Adrienne’s serves up an unforgettable love-making feast with multi-faceted music man, Phil Kadet.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
7:30 p.m.
Bring your date or your mate to Belle Harbor Yacht Club as the Rock-A-Wades usher in a bevy of sing-a-long rock classics.
533 Beach 126th Street
SATURDAY, February 15
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Make it a twofer Valentine’s/ Presidents’ Day weekend celebration at Bungie with Cat Nip Duo!
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, February 15
7 p.m.
Tonight, Adrienne’s serves up a hearty music feast with Brian Ripps’ acoustic set.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SATURDAY, February 15
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Make Kennedy’s your love-stination as LL Duo serenades with Motown, pop, American Songbook standards, soul and more! For reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, February 15
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Calling all ‘80s New Wave music fans! Make a beeline to The Rockaway Hotel’s Rooftop Bar as The Knobs take you down memory lane, jammin’ The Cure, R.E.M., The Psychedelic Furs and more! For reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
SATURDAY, February 15
8:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Rogers is always a hot ticket on a Saturday night, so don’t miss Uncle Jack Band jammin’ your favorite rock classics.
203 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, February 15
Spread the love at Harbor Light as DJ Poppa D spins the ultimate neighborhood dance par-tay! For menu, showtime and reservations, call: (718) 474-2202, also follow: harborlightpub on Instagram.
129-18 Newport Avenue
SUNDAY, February 16
1 p.m.
What’s on the menu today at Bungalow Bar? Bay-rrific food, bevies and always great company, plus—music by Paulie B.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, February 16
1 p.m.
Evan Kuriga shares acoustic love for food gourmand lovers at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road
SUNDAY, February 16
4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Make your Sunday a FUN! Day! with the Rock-A-Wades at Rogers!
203 Beach 116th Street
ONGOING
Wine O’Clock WEDNESDAYS
7 p.m.
It’s always wine-o’clock at Sayra’s Wine Bar, so raise your goblet to an evening of rhythmic storytelling with Ireland’s Cork-born renowned folk songsmith, Niall Connolly.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
7 p.m.
Cure your Wednesday blues with Tiki Karaoke Night at Rockaway Tiki Bar.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
Thirsty THURSDAYS
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
Fabulous FRIDAYS
4 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Head to Rock Billiards for “Thank Goodness It’s Friday!” Happy hour, drink and food specials, beats by Far Rock’s DJ Roc Solo, pool tables and more.
348 Beach 72nd Street
7 p.m.
We maybe in February’s frigid temps, but step into Sayra’s and feel the heat with LuTi’s tropical vibes.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
9 p.m.
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 and rare grooves.
174 Beach 116th Street
Slammin SATURDAYS
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
Sweet SUNDAYS
12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Cozy up at The Rockaway Hotel’s Sunday Jazz Brunch featuring a jazzy menu and tunes.
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
4 p.m.
Feel the heat and the beat at Rockaway Tiki Tropical Sundays with DJ Repoman spinning an all-vinyl set of tropical jams. Plus, Tiki drinks and Hawaiian bites.
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
THEATER
RTC: “FINDING NEMO JR.”
Last weekend!
Full of music, humor and heart—“Finding Nemo Jr.”— paddles in with a memorable production by Rockaway Theatre Company’s (RTC) Young People’s Theatre Workshop. A full cast of RTC’s “Young-Stars” give their all in this singing, dancing adaption of the hit animated film! Theater-goers should arrive at least 30 minutes before showtime to sign up for available seats or cancellations. Available tickets will be released 15 minutes before showtime! Performances are Friday, February 14 and Saturday, February 15 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, February 16 at 2 p.m. For tickets and more info, visit: www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org .
The John Gilleece Theater
T-4 Post Theatre Building, Fort Tilden
MORE VALENTINE’S—
GALENTINE’S DAY/
WEEKEND VIBRATIONS
Adrienne’s
Broad Channel bayside beauty, Adrienne’s, offers a three-course prix fixe menu for $80 per person, plus tax and gratuity.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
Bungalow Bar
6:30 p.m.
Get cozy as Bungie presents: “Sip, Paint & Love,” in the tent space. Admission: $25 per person. $50 per couple).
377 Beach 92nd Street
Happy Jack’s Burger Bar
Sláinte to a good burger and more surprises at Happy Jack’s!
108-13 Rockaway Beach Drive
Harbor Light
Follow the green light to Harbor Light for a menu that will keep not just your mouths, but hearts full!
129-18 Newport Ave.
The BayHouse
Celebrate in Breezy at The BayHouse with food, brews and unforgettable sunset views.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
The Rockaway Hotel’s
“Sweet Escape”
THURSDAY,
February 13 to SUNDAY, February 16
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
This Valentine’s, treat yourself or your love to a 50-minute custom facial and a 50-minute massage for two, within the intimate confines of a private bungalow suite. Indulge further with complimentary bubbly, delectable treats, and a generous two-hour access to the Winter Pool House. Each guest will leave with a take-home gift, ensuring memories of the ultimate indulgence. Bookings available Thursday, February 13 to Sunday, February 16. For more info and bookings, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
Rocco’s of Rockaway
Beach
Experience amore per il cibo at Rocco’s!
115-10 Rockaway Beach Blvd. /(718) 799-5050
Got info. on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com
