ROCKAWAY  GOOD  TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Éirinn go Brách! This Saturday is the 48th Annual Rockaway St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and even if you’re unable to snag a prime spot along the parade route—there are loads of local spots celebrating Rockaway’s rich Irish heritage. From live music performances to post-parade pub and food crawls, here’s the ultimate guide on where to celebrate a truly Rockaway Irish good time! Plus, Purim celebrations happening next week! 

LIVE MUSIC

FRIDAY, March 3

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

Back at Bar Marseille is newly-crowned country music queen, Lauren Jaimes, bringing in her dreamy vintage western vibe, reminiscent of Kacey Musgraves and Johnny Cash.

190 Beach 69th Street

FRIDAY, March 3

9 p.m. 

As stated by “Farce The Music,” “If you’ve got a fetish for some good-times, floor-stomping songs you’d hear during a happy hour…along with plenty of spilled shots of Jameson’s, Murphy’s Lawyer will ring your bell.” Don’t miss him tonight at Rogers!

203 Beach 116th Street

FRIDAY, March 3

Enjoy a Breezy treat with a fine dining and music experience with JoJo at Kennedy’s. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

SATURDAY, March 4
2 p.m.

What better band to salute Irish pride than The Brooklyn Bards—charging in with their classic and contemporary Irish war marches, rebel and folk songs at RBQ.

97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd

SATURDAY, March 4

3 p.m.

The Irish Mutts are back at Bungie, throwing down their never-outdone lineup of craic led by Bobby Butler. 

377 Beach 92nd Street

SATURDAY, March 4

3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Connolly’s is open just for parade day—ready with your favorite green piña coladas. Plus, Murphy’s Lawyer with special guest, Liz Hanley, are on deck throwin’ down the ultimate party!

155 Beach 95th Street

SATURDAY, March 4

4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Join local performer, Meddle Juice, as he celebrates his big 3-0 birthday bash, jammin’ with special guests at Rockaway Tiki.

67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd

SATURDAY, March 4

4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Fire up your parade day fun-a-thon at Tap That with The Kerry Kearney Band’s red-hot brews of Southern rock and NYC blues and roots. 

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd

SATURDAY, March 4

5 p.m.

Don’t miss critically-acclaimed Irish County Roscommon performer, John Doyle, a.k.a  Amo, at The Wharf. See why “The Irish Voice” lauds him as a fiery performer who “rocks it and twists it.” 

416 Beach 116th Street

SATURDAY, March 4

8 p.m.

Blackstone blows into Breezy with their flamin’ lineup of Southern rock and blues at The BayHouse.

500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point

SATURDAY, March 4

8 p.m.

Bookmark your 2023 Rockaway St. Paddy’s Parade Day in hooley Rogers’ style with The Brooklyn Bards. Sláinte!

203 Beach 116th Street

SATURDAY, March 4

What’s on the menu tonight at Kennedy’s? Divine sunset views, food, bevies and music by Frank Persico. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

SUNDAY, March 5

5 p.m.

Cork-born Donnie Carroll is famous for his music on both sides of the Atlantic, and this afternoon, bookend your 2023 Rockaway parade day memories with him live at Rogers!

203 Beach 116th Street

ONGOING

Twisted TUESDAYS

7 p.m.

Squid fans, if you’re in Rincón, PR—a.k.a. Rockaway South—don’t miss Squid & Friends’ squidarrific music residency at Nacho Libre.

Carr 115. kn 11.6, Rincon, PR 

Wine WEDNESDAYS

8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Bask in an evening of rhythmic storytelling with Ireland’s Cork-born renowned folk songsmith, Niall Connolly at Sayra’s. 

91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd

Thirsty THURSDAYS

8 p.m.

DJ Baroque boasts one of the most enviable record collections, known and unknown,  within the funk and soul scene, so tonight, don’t miss him spinning acid jazz, instrumental funk and soul gems at The Rose Den.

174 Beach 116th Street

SWEET SUNDAYS

Noon

Whether you’re in the mood for brunch or lunch—The Chef’s Table has got you covered, including live music kicking off at noon. For reservations, call (718) 318-5100.

268 Beach 116th Street

PARADE DAY

SPECIAL MENTIONS—

SATURDAY, March 4

THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL RSPD

 CELEBRATIONS

(times vary) 

Post parade, featuring Rockaway’s first-ever Irish shopping village, live music, dance presentations and food—The Rockaway Hotel is hosting quite the extravaganza of activities for all to celebrate Irish pride. The shopping village is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., featuring an eclectic array of vendors at the Pool House. In the Harbor Room (tickets are needed for admission, $50 per person, children 12 and under are free), gear up for a shimmering entertainment lineup: 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Andy Cooney, 3:30 to 4 p.m. O’Malley Irish Dance Academy, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Canny Brothers Band, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Slainte (hailing from Boston, this band makes their first debut in Rockaway!). At Margie’s, dine in and enjoy live music by Sean Feeney at 5 p.m. Tickets are not required for Margie’s, but reservations recommended. For further info, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

SHILELAGH LAW HEADLINES ROCKAWAY RUGBY CLUB PARADE FÊTE

2 p.m.

The Rockaway Rugby Club hosts the biggest parade day fêtes, and with Shilelagh Law back headlining, expect a jam-packed, fun-loving lineup of fun and more fun! According to organizers, the tent is bigger, packing in even more parade-day revelers! Two Degrees, back from Ireland, opens the show at 2:30 p.m., and DJ Timmy Tubs spins all day long. Note, get there early because the line to get in will be long! Ages 21 and over. Cover charge.

Beach 102nd Street & Rockaway Beach Blvd.

BELLE HARBOR

YACHT CLUB RINGS IN RSPD WITH LIVE MUSIC

3 p.m. to 11 p.m.

The Belle Harbor Yacht Club serves up a triple threat of craic with a hard-hitting music lineup—3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wine With Sue, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The Indecisions and 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The Knobs. Note, these performances are happening in different areas of the club. 

533 Beach 126th Street

CELEBRATE PURIM AT WEST END TEMPLE

MONDAY, March 6

6 p.m. / 7 p.m.

At 6 p.m., join West End Temple for a Purim potluck dinner and hamantaschen, followed by at 7 p.m., a “A Very Frozen Musical Purim Spiel,” (a lively dramatization of the “Book of Esther,” highlighting what transpired on Purim and its importance as a Jewish holiday).

147-02 Newport Avenue

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editor@rockawaytimes.com