ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

With Rockaway in summertime mode, make The RT’s Good Times page your ultimate guide to live music, films, theater and more! See the roundup below! This week’s tip—Irish Festival happening all weekend!

LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAY, June 1

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

It’s almost Friday! So, why be moody when you can shake your booty, belting out songs with a live karaoke band outside at Tap That!

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

FRIDAY, June 2

6 p.m. 

Squid Squad is back to rock the boardwalk at Sand Shark! Shoes optional.

Sand Shark, Beach 97th Concession

FRIDAY, June 2

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Tap That keeps it 100% percent local with the Rock-A-Wades jammin’ outside under the stars.

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

FRIDAY, June 2

7 p.m.

With sublime bay views, food and bevies, ignite your weekend party with Locals Rule at The Wharf.

416 Beach 116th Street

FRIDAY, June 2

8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Bar Marseille serves up a special treat with the debut of LL Duo pouring blues, rock, soul and more!

190 Beach 69th Street

FRIDAY, June 2

9 p.m. 

Calling the Jack Pack! Have the Fridayest Friday that ever Fridayed with Uncle Jack at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club.

533 Beach 126th Street

FRIDAY, June 2

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Back in Irish Town is punk-influenced Folk ‘n’ Irish band—The Gobshites—paintin’ Rogers green!

203 Beach 116th Street

SATURDAY, June 3

2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

DJ Rhythm Selector J throws down the ultimate beach party at the Amphitheater on Beach 95th & Shore Front Parkway.

Beach 95th & Shore Front Parkway

SATURDAY, June 3

5 p.m. 

Head to the boards for a funky town time with Brooklyn’s funk/rock/soul/jazz band, The Fumos, at Sand Shark.

Sand Shark, Beach 97th Concession

SATURDAY, June 3

5 p.m.

Be Grateful Dead again with tribute band, Rainbow Spirals, at Rockaway Tiki Bar.

67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

SATURDAY, June 3

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Tap this! Squid Trio is playing tonight outdoors at Tap That!

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

SATURDAY, June 3

8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Join the shenanigans as Wine With Sue rolls through Bar Marseille with another raucous night of rock—straight up, no chaser.

190 Beach 69th Street

SATURDAY, June 3

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

If you missed them on Friday or at the Irish Festival—last chance to get ‘Irished’ this weekend with The Gobshites, back at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

SATURDAY, June 3

Tonight! Connolly’s serves up Brooklyn-based band, Night Beach. For showtime and more info, follow: @connollysbar on Instagram.

155 Beach 95th Street

SUNDAY, June 4

2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

It’s the Rockaway Beach House Music Festival, and if you are a serious house music head—get ready to let loose on the boards! 

Dred Surfer, Beach 17th Concession

SUNDAY, June 4

4 p.m. 

Make it a FUN-DAY Sunday with John Dale at The Wharf!

416 Beach 116th Street

SUNDAY, June 4

5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Enjoy a pint and share your stories as singer/songwriter Gerald Bair shares his own at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

OPEN MIKE

CONNOLLY’S

8 p.m.

Looking for a fun open mic night in the Rock? Connolly’s is a local favorite and with Professa Squid making his Rock-a-Rican return as maestro—roll up and strut what you’ve got. 7 p.m. sign up, 8 p.m. start.

155 Beach 95th Street

TRIVIA

SEINFELD TRIVIA AT CONNOLLY’S

MONDAY, JUNE 4

Philosophize “Seinfeld” at Connolly’s, and by the end of the night, you’ll be asking: “Haven’t we had this conversation before?”

155 Beach 95th Street

FILM

ROCKAWAY FILM FESTIVAL PRESENTS CARTHODE CINEMA

SATURDAY, June 3

7 p.m.

Cathode Cinema screens an epic program of short films, VHS oddities, and iconic DIY cinema from a variety of indie filmmakers. Doors open at 7 p.m. with a lush set by DJ Lavish. Screening starts at 8:30pm. Tickets are $10. For tickets and more info, visit: www.rockawayfilmfestival.org

72-02 Gouverneur Ave.

SPECIAL MENTIONS

ROCK THE BLOCK FUNDAY

AT BAYSWATER PARK

SATURDAY, June 3

12 p.m.

Rock the Block is finally here and with an epic menu of food, dance performances by D.R.E.A.M Dance Team, Fearless Steppers, Revolution Dance Company and Rok Nation, multiple live DJs, prizes and more attractions—this is a fun all-day event for the entire family at Bayswater Park.

701 Bay 32nd Street

10TH ANNUAL ROCKAWAY/BREEZY IRISH FESTIVAL

SATURDAY, June 3 & SUNDAY, June 4

11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The Ancient Order of Hibernians is back with the 10th Annual Rockaway Beach/Breezy Point Irish Festival! This year’s pot of gold is chock-full with live music for the entire family to jam. Entertainment lineup—Saturday: 1 p.m. Night Visitors, 2:30 p.m. Breezy Point Pipes & Drums, 3 p.m. The McClean Avenue Band, 5 p.m. Celtic Cross, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Gobshites. Sunday: 1 p.m. The Brooklyn Bards, 2:30 p.m. O’Malley Irish Step Dancers, 3 p.m. The Canny Brothers, 5 p.m. The Narrowbacks and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Big Night Out. Plus, unlimited free children’s rides, face painting, vendors and more! So, follow the rainbow to St. Camillus’ parking lot for two days of emerald green fun! Note—no coolers or beach chairs. Daily admission: adults $15 / kids 12 and under: FREE! For more info, visit: irishfest21.com/fest/

St. Camillus R.C. Church, Beach 100th Street & Shore Front Parkway

THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL SUMMER FLORAL WORKSHOP WITH LUXE BLOOMS

SUNDAY, June 4

2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Grab your pals, sip on Prosecco and indulge in light bites as Sherleen Bruno, founder and lead floral designer of Brooklyn-based B Luxe Blooms, guides participants in curating a Summer-themed floral arrangement at The Rockaway Hotel. Learn the fundamentals of designing a beautiful arrangement, facts about various flowers, and strategies for keeping florals fresh. Admission is $105 and includes vases and materials (excluding cutters), personal arrangement, Prosecco, 10% dining discount at Margie’s pre- or post-workshop. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

ROCCO’S CIGAR NIGHT HONORING ROCCO PISANI AND LLS

MONDAY, June 5

6:30 p.m.

Join Rocco’s as they honor local boy, Rocco Pisani of All-American Bagel and Barista, and his efforts to bring awareness to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. This inaugural cigar night, hosted outdoors under the stars, features a mouth-watering four-course meal, plus cigars. Admission: $125. For tickets and more info, call: (718) 799-5050. 

115-10 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

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