ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
Thanksgiving is finally here, and all through our little slice of heaven—there’s plenty to do to burn those delicious Turkey Day calories. Plan your Rockaway Good Times weekend crawl with our entertainment guide below.
LIVE MUSIC
WEDNESDAY, November 23
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Join The Three Amigos—Taylor, Pete and The Butthead—at Harbor Light for a Thanksgiving Eve to remember! Giddy up!
129-18 Newport Avenue
7 p.m.
Rocco’s transforms into NYC’s hottest dance club with DJ Matt Finley spinnin’ classic disco to classic house—and everything in between!
115-10 Rockaway Beach Blvd
7 p.m.
At Rockaway Tiki, it’s not just TGE, but also their one-year karaoke anniversary. Join the celebrations with DJ Tony and crew for Tiki’s 2,000th song milestone!
67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Before Turkey Day, Tap That ignites your Thanksgiving fun-a-thon with The Kearney Brothers’ red-hot brew of Southern rock, and NYC blues and roots.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
8 p.m.
Giving thanks for life is one grand, sweet song—and tonight at RBQ—join Walker and The Brotherhood of the Grape as they start the melody.
97-20 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
*For showtime, call 718) 474-2374
Connolly’s is open this week only, and you definitely can’t miss tonight’s epic bash with DJ Brother Rich waxin’ the vinyl. For more info, follow: @connollysbar on Instagram.
155 Beach 95th Street
*For showtime and reservations, (718) 945-0202
Take a break from the kitchen and head to Breezy for Mike & Miley’s classic rock feast at Kennedy’s.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
FRIDAY, November 25
6 p.m.
Be thankful for the long holiday weekend, celebrating at the Rock-A-Wades’ classic rock jam at Knights of Columbus.
333 Beach 90th Street
7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Award-winning bluesman Kerry Kearney and his band are back at Bar Marseille for an encore of their original American roots and blues.
190 Beach 69th Street
8 p.m.
Unlock your Thanksgiving food daze with a night of laughs and a rockin’ good time with Fools Night Out at RBQ.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd
9 p.m.
Interboro—dubbed, “The best damn Alternative/Class Rock band in NYC & Long Island”—electrifies The Sugar Bowl with a sizzlin’ dance party.
15 Bedford Ave, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, November 26
8 p.m.
RBQ offers a special post-Thanksgiving treat with acoustic band—Wood Vibrations’ incredible range of dance anthems—from the Beatles to Rihanna.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd
9 p.m.
Burn off your Turkey Day paunch at The Sugar Bowl’s post-Thanksgiving fête featuring Anthem Acoustic—full band!
15 Bedford Ave, Breezy Point
9 p.m.
Rogers adds some Irish gratitude to your Thanksgiving celebrations with The Brooklyn Bards marchin’ in with classic and contemporary Irish folk songs. Go mead Dia thú!
203 Beach 116th Street
*For showtime and reservations, (718) 945-0202
Flap your wings and fly to Kennedy’s for heavenly sunset views, food and music from the Songbirds.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SUNDAY, November 27
4 p.m.
Sing, dance and toast to another memorable year of giving thanks with
the Rock-A-Wades at Rogers. Sláinte!
203 Beach 116th Street
MOVIE NIGHT
FRIDAY, November 25
8 p.m.
Movie Night at Tap That has been such a hit, it’s definitely more than a Friday night fling. For tonight’s feature, follow: @tapthatrbny on Instagram.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd
THEATER AUDITIONS
RTC PRODUCTION: “CABARET”
Sunday, December 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Monday, December 12, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Rockaway Theatre Company is holding auditions for their electrifying new musical production, “Cabaret.” Bring headshot and resume if available. Sides will be provided. Callbacks will be Tuesday, December 13 at 7 p.m. Show performance dates are March 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31, and April 1 and 2. Cast members must be available for every performance. For further info., including character descriptions, visit: https://www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org/cabaret
Post Theater, Building T4, Fort Tilden
SPECIAL MENTIONS!
CELEBRATE ALL YOU ARE THANKFUL FOR AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL
THURSDAY, November 24
From one grateful heart to another—celebrate the bounty of giving thanks with family and friends at The Rockaway Hotel’s Thanksgiving feast. Executive Chef Chris Tyler has crafted a special pre-fixe menu for both the hotel’s rooftop and Margie’s. Admission: adults $55 per person, children $25. For menu, reservations and more info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
RHAPSODY PLAYERS COMING TO TOWN!
SATURDAY, November 26,
8 p.m.
One night only on full blast at the Rockaway Theatre Company, the Rhapsody Players breathe life into your favorite jukebox Motown and doo-wop hits. Prepare to be spellbound by their rapturous renditions of songs by Aretha Franklin, The Eagles, Bee Gees, Carole King and more! Door admission: $20 (cash only).
Post Theater, Building T4, Fort Tilden
CONNOLLY’S OPEN THIS WEEK ONLY!
Daily until 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. For more info, follow: @connollysbar on Instagram or call: (718) 474-2374. Connolly’s is closed Thanksgiving Day.
155 Beach 95th Street
BROTHERS ROCKAWAY & LA FRUTERIA WEEKEND POP-UP
FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Every weekend through December 4, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.—concessionaires, Brothers Rockaway and La Fruteria, are serving up their fan-favorite breakfast and lunch dishes at the Beach 97th boardwalk concession. Also, don’t miss their juicy Friday burger nights, special guest chef pop-ups, and live deejayed moonlight party on the boards. For more info, follow @brothersrockaway on Instagram.
Beach 97th Concession
SHOP LOCAL
SATURDAY, November 26
12 to 5 p.m.
It’s Small Business Saturday! For one-of-a-kind holiday gifts from Rockaway Candle Co., Betsy’s Bungalow and more vendors, check out Little Holiday Market at GoodForm Studios.
88-08 Rockaway Beach Blvd
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