ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
’Twas the week before Thanksgiving when all through the Rock, every creature was dreamin’ of the feast a-comin’. Shake off your Turkey Daze with a Rockaway Good Times crawl. See event guide below.
LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY, November 17
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Fever Dream sultry duo—Julia Her and vocalist/guitarist Solsticé—fires up Tap That with their steamy blend of pop, rock, hip-hop and dance music.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
FRIDAY, November 18
7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Who runs the world? Girls! Breezy’s Pointers salute with a sizzling retro rock and pop performance at Bar Marseille.
190 Beach 69th Street
8 p.m.
It’s Fri-yay! Time to go make memories with the Rock-A-Wades at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club’s upstairs lounge.
533 Beach 126th Street
8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Cat Nip Duo brings back their electrifying lineup of classic and alternative rock at Kennedy’s.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
8 p.m. to midnight
Get on the welcome wagon to the weekend with The Creeps packin’ in your favorite rock classics at RBQ.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Tonight, join the Jack Pack for several rounds of rock classics with The Uncle Jack Band at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, November 19
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
It’s Saturday night! So, pour—toast—dance—repeat—at Tap That’s classic rock jam starring the Rock-A-Wades.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
8 p.m. to midnight
Mixed Bag is back at RBQ driving your Saturday night fun into Sunday morning with good ol’ fashioned rock and roll.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Join the shenanigans as Wine With Sue rolls through Rogers with another raucous night of rock—straight up, no chaser.
203 Beach 116th Street
SUNDAY, November 20
2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
It’s Sunday, so do nothing but chill, eat, drink and sing-a-long with the Rock-A-Wades at Harbor Light!
129-18 Newport Avenue
3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Don your cowboy hat and boots as Roadkill Country Outlaws stomps in Anabas Boat Club. $30 admission includes live music, food and drinks. For more info, follow: @anabas_boat_club on Instagram.
18-20 Channel Road, Broad Channel
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
End your Sunday! Funday! on a high note with bair as in Gerald Bair at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
THANKSGIVING CELEBRATIONS
FRIDAY, November 18
8 p.m.
Join the Broad Channel Volunteer Fire Department for Turkey Karaoke—a fun night of terrible singing and dancing with DJ Miltey and everyone’s favorite bartender, Joey O’Hare—at Grassy Point Bar & Grill. Door admission: $5. Plus, grab a chance to score a Stop and Shop gift card at a raffle to help offset holiday food costs.
1802 Cross Bay Blvd, Broad Channel
MONDAY, November 21
to SUNDAY, November 27
Soccer and American football fans—this week only, Connolly’s is open! Besides Thanksgiving week, it’s also kickoff to World Cup 2022, and with the U.S. back for a goal to redemption since 2018’s crushing blow, the longtime, popular pub is open daily for folks to watch games, have a beverage and indulge in Seany Slices’ seriously decadent pizza until his dough runs out. Plus on Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 23), Connolly’s hosts an epic bash with DJ Brother Rich waxing the vinyl. For opening hours and more info, follow: @connollysbar on Instagram or call: (718) 474-2374. Note Connolly’s is closed Thanksgiving Day.
155 Beach 95th Street
WEDNESDAY, November 23
7 p.m.
Head to Rocco’s for the ultimate TGE fest with DJ Matt Finley spinnin’ classic disco to classic house—and everything in between!
115-10 Rockaway Beach Blvd
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Before Turkey Day, ignite your Thanksgiving fun-a-thon at Tap That with The Kearney Brothers’ red-hot brews of Southern rock and NYC blues and roots.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Kickoff your Thanksgiving narrative with Ireland’s Cork-born renowned folk songsmith, Niall Connolly, at Sayra’s. Plus, enjoy half-off bottles for Wine Wednesdays.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Rogers celebrates the season of giving thanks with a foot-stompin’ rock feast with Hell or High Water.
203 Beach 116th Street
10 p.m.
Hit the dance floor at Pico as DJ Cash gets the party poppin’! Plus, from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., $5 tequila shots from Hornitos Tequila.
419 Beach 129th Street
SATURDAY, November 26
9 p.m.
Work off that turkey stuffing with Anthem Acoustic—full band—dishin’ out a full feast of classic rock at The Sugar Bowl.
15 Bedford Ave, Breezy Point
MOVIE NIGHT
FRIDAY, November 18
8 p.m.
Movie Night at Tap That has been such a hit, looks like it’s more than a Friday night fling. For tonight’s feature, follow: @tapthatrbny on Instagram.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
THEATER
RTC PRESENTS “A FEW GOOD MEN”
LAST weekend!
The Rockaway Theatre Company presents its final show for 2022—“A Few Good Men.” Show dates: November 18, 19, 20 Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets, visit: www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org .
T4 Post Theatre Building, Fort Tilden
SPECIAL MENTIONS!
SATURDAY, November 19
GUEST CHEF POPUP AT BEACH 97TH CONCESSION
5 p.m. / 9 p.m.
This evening, head to the Beach 97th Street concession for special guest chef pop-up, Alex and Oliver, serving up a delicious feast, “inspired by the sea,” plus live deejayed music on the boardwalk until 9 p.m. Ongoing until December 4, this collaboration with concessionaires, Brothers and La Fruteria, is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with their popular breakfast and lunch food fare, plus—Friday burger nights, special guest chef pop-ups and live music. For more info, follow @brothersrockaway on Instagram.
Beach 97th Concession
TOM PETTY TRIBUTE AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The Rockaway Hotel presents band, Refugee, honoring the legacy of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. If songs, “American Girl,” “Free Fallin,’ and “Runnin’ Down a Dream,” are on your list of favorites, Refugee delivers all the hits and deep cuts—a truly authentic concert experience. Tickets: $30. For tickets and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
SHOP LOCAL
SATURDAY, November 19
7 p.m.
For one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, check out Rockaway Beach Dance Company’s Holiday Pop-Up Shop!
112-20 Beach Channel Drive
Got info on local live music, arts and more? Email: editor@rockawaytimes.com
