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.

 

LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAY, December 4

5:30 p.m.

Eat, drink and be merry at Similan On the Bay, plus lap up jazz tunes by The Similan Band.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

THURSDAY, December 4

7 p.m.

Jazz vocalist Zack Alexander brings Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack to life at Adrienne’s.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

THURSDAY, December 4

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Experience the intrigue of a speakeasy with piano man, Phil Kadet at Margie’s.

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

 

FRIDAY, December 5

5:30 p.m.

Deep Pockets dive deep into modern jazz, funk, groove, Latin and more at Similan On The Bay.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

FRIDAY, December 5

7 p.m.

It’s Fri-yay! So, 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

 

FRIDAY, December 5

8 p.m.

Aquarius Moon makes their highly anticipated debut at Pilot House celebrating the Summer of Love 1967 with rock and Motown hits!

190 Beach 69th Street

 

FRIDAY, December 5

8 p.m.

Lil Sister & The Rolling Machine roll into The BayHouse jammin’ rock, country, R&B, pop and more hits—spun with their own twist!

500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point

 

FRIDAY, December 5

8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Queens’ own guitar prodigy, Nick Daniel, takes the stage at Tap That. With his “fingerstyle” guitar rifts and amazing vocals—this show is a must-see!

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

FRIDAY, December 5

8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Wine With Sue lights up Harbor Light with their rock-a-licious show.

129-18 Newport Ave.

 

FRIDAY, December 5

Magic Bones blazes into Kennedy’s with a scorching lineup of classic rock, country, Motown and more! Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

 

SATURDAY, December 6

5:30 p.m.

Get jazzified with The Similan Band at Similan On The Bay.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

SATURDAY, December 6

6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Poppa Lou & the Baba Lou throw down your favorite rock classics at Tap That.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

 

SATURDAY, December 6

7 p.m. 

It’s Saturday night and the time is right to boogie with DJ Johnny A at Adrienne’s.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SATURDAY, December 6

8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Dive into The Rose Den for rock n’ roll, doo wop and surf rock by Mike Mok and The Em-Tones.

174 Beach 116th Street

 

SATURDAY, December 6

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Whether you want to belt out your favorite anthem, cheer on your friends, or just enjoy a drink with your crew, giddy up for karaoke with The Karaoke Knights at Rogers!

203 Beach 116th Street

 

SUNDAY, December 7

1 p.m.

Every Sunday at Adrienne’s, bask in bayside views and Evan Kuriga’s sweet acoustic tunes.

25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel

 

SUNDAY, December 7

5 p.m.

The ladies of The Pointers show who’s boss with their sizzling retro rock and pop performance at The BayHouse.

500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point

 

SUNDAY, December 7

5:30 p.m.

The Similan Band simmers your Sunday with jazz, hitting all the right notes at Similan On The Bay.

375 Beach 92nd Street

 

 

SUNDAY, December 7

Head uptown to Harbor Light for another Sunday! Fun!Day! as Susan and Gerald usher in acoustic tunes. For showtime, follow: harborlightpub on Instagram/ Harbor Light Pub & Restaurant on Facebook.

129-18 Newport Ave.

 

TRIVIA NIGHT AT BUNGALOW BAR

THURSDAY, December 4

7 p.m.

Calling all Swifties! Think you know T-Swizzle? From albums, beaus and more—tonight, Bungie dives into every era of all things Taylor Swift. Call: (718) 945-2100 to reserve a table.

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

THEATRE

RTC PRESENTS: “HAIR”

Last weekend!

Let the sunshine in! The Rockaway Theatre Company presents the groundbreaking Grammy and Tony-award winning hit musical, “Hair.” This American tribal love rock musical celebrates 1960s’ counterculture in all its barefoot, long-haired, bell-bottomed, beaded and fringed glory. Remaining show dates: December 4, 5, 6 and 7. Tickets: Adults $25.00 and Seniors/Children $20.00. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org/

John Gilleece Theater, Building T-4, Fort Tilden, Breezy Point

 

SPECIAL MENTIONS

BHYC HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE

FRIDAY, December 5

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The Belle Harbor Yacht Club Holiday Boutique is finally here with vendors offering a diverse spread of gifts including holiday decorations, clothing, bags and other accessories, artwork, toys, bicycles, candles and much more! Free admission.

533 Beach 126th Street

 

HOT CORNER 4TH ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS NIGHT AT BUNGIE

FRIDAY, December 5

9 p.m. to Midnight 

’Tis the season of giving! So, join in the spirit of the season by bringing a toy at Hot Corner’s 4th Annual Toys For Tots Night at Bungalow Bar. Plus—50/50 raffle, mystery memorabilia raffle, music spun by DJ Double S and $80 open bar. For tickets, Venmo: @thehotcorner2980. Proceeds benefit The Marine Toys For Tots Foundation. For more info, visit: bungalowbarny on Instagram.

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

BRUNCH WITH SANTA AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL

SATURDAY, December 6

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Enjoy a holiday brunch buffet with family and guest of honor, Santa Claus! Plus, live DJ, kids crafts and cash bar. Admission: $50 for adults/ $25 for children under 12. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

 

PICTURES WITH SANTA

AT BUNGALOW BAR

SUNDAY, December 7

10:30 a.m. / 1 p.m.

Old Saint Nick is making a special stop at Bungie for a photo op with kids and adults of all ages! Plus, grab the chance to brunch with friends and family. For reservations, call: (718) 945-2100.

377 Beach 92nd Street

 

SUNDAY SOCIAL

ROOFTOP BRUNCH

AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL

SUNDAY, December 7

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Round up the troops and head to The Rooftop at The Rockaway Hotel for this chic gathering for those who brunch well, sip slowly, and stay a little too long. Enjoy a la carte brunch buffet and cocktail specials, vinyl DJ sets, plus, spectacular views of NYC’s skyline. Admission: $35. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calendar

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

 

ROCKAWAY HOLIDAY

MAKERS MARKET

SUNDAY, December 7

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Time to get your holiday shopping in at Rockaway Holiday Makers Market happening on the boardwalk inside Rockaway Bazaar. This shopping extravaganza packs in a mile-long lineup of vendors. Plus, be extra jolly with breakfast and lunch from Brothers Rockaway, and beer, wine and cocktails from Sand Shark.

Beach 97th Street Concession

Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com