ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
March is the month to celebrate all things Irish, leading into spring. So, plan your Rockaway shamrock crawl with the #1 guide of things to do around town—The Rockaway Times’ Good Times page! See the roundup below! “Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh!
FRIDAY, March 14
6:30 p.m.
TGIF! So, make it a night to remember with Bungie’s chart-topping food and bevies, plus Valerie Rose’s piping vocals.
377 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, March 14
6:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Looking for a jazzy Friday night reprieve? Make a beeline to Uma’s as local maestro, Simon Chardiet, hits up the Uzbek cuisine spot.
92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, March 14
7 p.m.
Make bay-rrific Adrienne’s your Friday yes-tination as JD Leonard serves up a sweet acoustic set.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, March 14
8:30 p.m.
Giddy up for a Fri-yay! with Bob Miley & Friends jammin’ ‘60s and ‘70s rock classics at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club lounge.
533 Beach 126th Street
FRIDAY, March 14
Rockaway’s own Midnight Society pours out a neighborhood brew of pop/ rock/ folk/ country/ indie/ R&B jam at Harbor Light. Call (718) 474-2202 for showtime and reservations.
129-18 Newport Ave.
SATURDAY, March 15
2 p.m.
Feel the rhythm and get in the groove with the Rock-A-Wades at Pico.
419 Beach 129th Street
SATURDAY, March 15
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Tap That serves up a special treat with Anthem rockin’ the classics with special guest, Don from Wine With Sue!
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SATURDAY, March 15
6:30 p.m.
Cozy up at Bungalow Bar with food, brews and Paulie B’s acoustic groove.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, March 15
7 p.m.
American Idol alum, Bryce Larsen, known as the one-man juke box, kicks off the bayside party on a high note at Adrienne’s!
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SATURDAY, March 15
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
It’s St. Patrick’s Day weekend, and the time is right to raise some hell with Hell or High Water at Rogers—Rockaway’s oldest Irish pub!
203 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, March 16
1 p.m.
Celebrate Sunday with picturesque bay views, divine food and sweet acoustic tunes with Evan Kuriga at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road
SUNDAY, March 16
1 p.m.
Rock-a-way to Bungie as Chris Warren ushers in his classic rock jam.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, March 16
3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
“Pionta Guinness, le do thoil”—“A pint of Guinness, please!” Tap into Irish vibes with Barry O’Waller jammin’ at Jamos!
421 Beach 129th Street
SUNDAY, March 16
4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Make it a memorable Sunday Fun! Day! with the Rock-A-Wades at Rogers.
Plus, Rogers is doing their special raffle drawing for Rockaway Special Olympics. Why not do a jig, add to the pot, and make a difference for special needs families!
203 Beach 116th Street
CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY IN ROCKAWAY—MONDAY, MARCH 17
4:30 p.m.
May the Rock-A-Wades be your lucky charm as you celebrate NYC St. Pat’s post-Parade highlights at Harbor Light.
129-18 Newport Ave.
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Irish eyes will be smilin’ at Bungalow Bar as “Barry O’Waller” takes the stage jammin’ an Irish tune or two.
377 Beach 92nd Street
6 p.m.
Piano man Phil Kadet strokes your appetite for all things Irish at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Every day feels like St. Paddy’s Day at Rogers! So, tonight, get ready to raise the roof and rock the night away with Arturo Rivera’s acoustic craic!
203 Beach 116th Street
Take a trip to the Emerald Isle at Kennedy’s with live music by Mary G. Full Irish menu, bevies and more! For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
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
Slammin SATURDAYS
4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
The Rock Billiards presents Saturday Night Fever—featuring beats by DJ Junior. Happy hour: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Party time kicks off at 8 p.m. Drink specials all night. Plus, three pool tables. Kitchen closes at 1 a.m.
348 Beach 72nd 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
ART
LARU BEYA PHOTO EXHIBIT—
“ART OF THE OCEAN”
SATURDAY, March 15
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Join surf collective, Laru Beya, to celebrate the culmination of their 2025 Youth Surf Media Program unveiling their visual perspectives on surf culture at Arverne East Nature Preserve. From November to February, this year’s media mentorship cohort took to Rockaway’s frigid winter waters to begin telling their stories through capturing breathtaking in-water and on-land imagery. Also, check out the release of zine, “Lígemeri Barana,” showcasing their work.
190 Beach 44th Street
COMEDY SHOW
“THANK GOODNESS
IT’S FRIDAY” COMEDY SHOW
AT ROCK BILLIARDS
FRIDAY, March 14
8 p.m.
Laughter is good for the soul, and this Friday score plenty at Rockaway Billiards’ “Thank Goodness It’s Friday” Comedy Show. Admission: $10 in advance/ $20 at the door. Doors open: 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Happy hour: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Showtime: 8 p.m. Beats by DJ Hectic Styles.
348 Beach 72nd Street
CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY WITH FEENEY
BROTHERS BAND
AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL
SUNDAY, March 16
2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Head to the Rooftop of The Rockaway Hotel for an epic concert starring the Feeney Brothers Band ushering in Irish, country, rock, folk, grunge, and anything else that they can come up with! Tickets are $15. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY
AT KENNEDY’S
MONDAY, March 17
Head to Breezy for an authentic cultural St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Kennedy’s, featuring traditional Irish dishes and more, including live music by Celtic Justice and the award-winning O’Malley Irish Dance Academy. For menu, showtimes, reservations and more info, call: (718) 945-0202 or visit: https://www.kennedysbreezypoint.com/
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com
