ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
Éirinn go Brách! This Saturday is the 50th Annual Rockaway St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and even if you’re unable to snag a prime spot along the parade route—there are loads of local spots to savor perfect pints and shepherd’s pie from the Emerald Isle in the Rockaway. So, plan your weekend of shenanigans with The Rockaway Times’ Good Times guide below!
FRIDAY, February 28
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
FRIDAY, February 28
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Get an early kickoff to your Rockaway St. Paddy’s Day celebrations with B&B Band at Knights of Columbus
333 Beach 90th Street
FRIDAY, February 28
6:30 p.m.
With Arturo Rivera on tap at Bungie, raise your Guinness and toast, “Sláinte” to RSPD 2025!
377 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, February 28
7 p.m.
Heck, it’s Friday! So, slip into the weekend lapping up Adrienne’s blissful bayside views, food and music by piano man, Phil Kadet.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, February 28
7 p.m.
The ladies of The Pointers rule The BayHouse with a sizzling retro rock and pop salute!
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
FRIDAY, February 28
7:30 p.m.
Lauren Jaimes ushers in coastal country vibes at Kennedy’s. Call (718) 945-0202 for reservations.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
FRIDAY, February 28
9 p.m.
Back in Irish Town is punk-influenced Folk ‘n’ Irish band—The Gobshites—paintin’ Rogers green!
203 Beach 116th Street
ROCKAWAY ST. PAT’S PARADE DAY HAPPENINGS—
SATURDAY, March 1
11:30 a.m. / 5 p.m.
Grab a table and watch the parade on the deck at Harbor Light, while sipping on a pint of Guinness and dining on Irish fare galore including corned beef, Irish stew, Shepherd’s pie and more! Plus, starting at 5 p.m., DJ Poppa D spins Irish tunes. For reservations, call: (718) 474-2202.
129-18 Newport Ave.
12 p.m. / 2 p.m.
Connolly’s is open on parade day—ready with your favorite green piña coladas. Plus, starting at 2 p.m., Murphys Lawyer is on deck throwin’ down the ultimate party!
155 Beach 95th Street
3 p.m.
Get ready for craic and more craic at Bungalow’s RSPD frolics featuring all stars—Bobby Butler & The Irish Mutts, followed by DJ Johnny Ahlmeyer. Brunch begins at 11:30 a.m. with Irish eats and music all day!
377 Beach 92nd Street
3 p.m.
From original Dublin egg rolls, corned beef and cabbage, and even Irish soda bread—indulge in Happy Jack’s Burger Bar’s robust food fare and drink specials all day. Plus, live music by Chris Campion starts at 3 p.m. Also, parade giveaways!
108-13 Rockaway Beach Drive
3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Get ready to shake your shamrock as Anthem Acoustic lights up Callie’s green.
410 Beach 129th Street
3 p.m. / 6 p.m.
Live music at The Wharf all day! First at 3 p.m., don’t miss critically acclaimed Irish County Roscommon performer, John Doyle, a.k.a. Amo. Next at 6 p.m., get jiggy with DJ Sean O’Hara.
416 Beach 116th Street
3 p.m. / 7 p.m.
The Belle Harbor Yacht Club is your lucky charm with live music all day! From 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wine With Sue plays in the dining room; 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Indecisions in the lounge; then from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., The Knobs bookmarks the RSPD party on a high note in the dining room. Charlie’s sandwich food truck on deck to nourish all appetites.
533 Beach 126th Street
4 p.m.
Get Your Irish on with Shilelagh Law at Rockaway Rugby Club’s legendary post-parade fête! Plus, live DJ. Shilelagh Law hits the stage 5:30 p.m. sharp! Note, get there early because the line to get in is long! Age 23 and over. Donation at the door is $30 cash.
Beach 102nd Street & Rockaway Beach Blvd.
7 p.m.
Adrienne’s turns it up with NYC-based R&B/soul recording artist, singer and performer, Melissa Raye.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
9 p.m.
With two-day, back-to-back performances—last chance to get ‘Irished’ this weekend with The Gobshites at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, March 2
1 p.m.
No diggity! Adrienne’s wines down your weekend with powerhouse mix-master, Melanie Morin.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SUNDAY, March 2
1 p.m.
RSPD may be over, but let the good times roll into Sunday with Lauren Jaimes at Bungalow Bar.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, March 2
3 p.m.
Does beer taste better with music? Test your theory at Kyle Wade’s classic rock sing-a-long at Jameson’s.
421 Beach 129th Street
SUNDAY, March 2
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Giddy up for a Sunday Fun!Day! with Bob Miley jammin’ ‘60s and ‘70s rock classics 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.
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
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
RSPD SPECIAL MENTIONS
CELEBRATE ROCKAWAY
- PATRICK’S DAY
AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL
SATURDAY, March 1
2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Rockaway Hotel joins in the post-parade celebrations with an all-day lineup of music. In the Harbor Room, doors open at 2 p.m., then from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Ray Coleman; 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., O’Malley Irish Dance Academy; 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., The Canny Brothers Band; and from 7:30pm to 8:30 p.m., Beantown’s own Sláinte—all emceed by Sean Duane. Harbor Room tickets are $50. On the Rooftop starting at 3 p.m. is DJ Paddy Tubz (tickets not required). Additional RSPD festivities at Margie’s include (tickets not required, reservations encouraged): 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Smith & Dailey Duo; and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Ray Coleman. For tickets, reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
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