ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and our little slice of heaven is in full holiday swing! From music, arts, and more—plan your Rockaway festive weekend crawl with our entertainment guide below. This week’s tip: The Best Dressed Man in Rockaway’s new book signing at Knights of Columbus-Tap Room this Saturday!
LIVE MUSIC
FRIDAY, December 15
6:30 p.m.
Get into the groove as Arturo Rivera’s acoustic vibes drive you into the weekend at Bungie.
377 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, December 15
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Prepared to be swept away as guitar duo, Aerial Acoustics, performs a broad range of music—from pop to jazz and a few surprises in between—at Thai Rock.
375 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, December 15
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Get into a holly jolly mood as LL Duo serves up Christmas soul chased with blues and rock at Smoke & Barrel.
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, December 15
8 p.m.
DJ Ulez continues her Friday night residency at Tap That with the ultimate boo-tay bumpin’ dance party.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, December 15
9 p.m.
Back in Irish Town—aka Rogers—packin’ in the holiday shenanigans is punk-influenced Folk ‘n’ Irish band—The Gobshites!
203 Beach 116th Street
FRIDAY, December 15
At Kennedy’s! Ronnie Fox serenades guests with his sultry sounds. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, December 16
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Off The Rails (featuring local rockers, Mason & Frank Porretto and Chris Long) makes their debut at Grassy Point Bar & Grill, performing 90s and 2000s rock. Plus, opening set by Shuffling Madness.
18-02 Cross Bay Blvd., Broad Channel
SATURDAY, December 16
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Don’t miss Cat Nip Duo as they usher in their festive Christmas show, jammin’ classic and alternative rock, plus today’s hits at Tap That.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SATURDAY, December 16
8 p.m. to midnight
Blackstone blows into Breezy with their flamin’ lineup of Southern rock and blues at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, December 16
9 p.m.
If you missed them on Friday—last chance to get ‘Irished’ this weekend with The Gobshites at Rogers.
203 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, December 16
Head uptown and follow the green light to Harbor Light for DJ Poppa D’s poppin’ par-tay! Call (718) 474-2202 for showtime and reservations.
129-18 Newport Avenue
SUNDAY, December 17
Make a beeline to Harbor Light for a memorable Sunday Fun!Day! with acoustic mix master—Frank Persico. Call (718) 474-2202 for showtime and reservations.
129-18 Newport Avenue
ONGOING
Terrific TUESDAYS
Going to Rincón a.k.a. Rockaway-South? Squid Squad plays every Tuesday at popular authentic Mexican spot, Nacho Libre. Also, at Uma’s Playa Jobos and Calypso on selected nights. For more info, follow: guynev6106 on Instagram.
Wine WEDNESDAYS
7 p.m.
Head to Margie’s for a heavenly dining experience as Phil Kadet serenades with classics and standards from the American Songbook. For reservations, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/dining/margies
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
Thirsty THURSDAYS
7:30 p.m.
Calling all wanna-be rockers and proud croakers—grab your fans and head to Smoke & Barrel for a pitch imperfect karaoke night!
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
MOVIE NIGHT
FRIDAY, December 15
“DIE HARD” AT TAP THAT
8 p.m.
Why is “Die Hard” ranked amongst the top five of all-time most-watched Christmas movies? Snuggle in and watch inside the back tent at Tap That.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SPECIAL MENTIONS
ROCKAWAY REPUBLICAN CLUB WINTER GALA
THURSDAY, December 14
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Join the Rockaway Republican Club as they end the year on a high note in great company at their Winter Gala—“An evening of celebration, reflection, and purpose,” at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club. With $100 admission, guests are treated to buffet dinner, open bar, and headlining guest speakers, Andrew Giuliani and Joe Pinion, plus, Alison Esposito was invited. Also, meet local candidates running on the red ticket: Paul King, who is running for Congress, and Tom Sullivan. Tickets are $100 and can be purchased at: https://www.rockawayrepublicanclub.com/events-1 Also, for more info, visit: rocakwayrepublicannyc on Facebook/Instagram.
533 Beach 126th Street
DJ KEVIE KEV & DJ MOOCHIE UGLY SWEATER CHRISTMAS THROW DOWN AT S&B
SATURDAY, December 16
6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Old DJ Kevie Kev with DJ Moochie turn it up at his Ugly Sweater Christmas party at Smoke & Barrel. This is one fête you can’t miss as since the 90s, Kev has earned a massive cult following in Rockaway for his jams. Prize for best sweater!
97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
BHYC PRESENTS SHILELAGH LAW’S IRISH CHRISTMAS
SATURDAY, December 16
7 p.m.
Only a few tickets left for Shilelagh Law’s epic Irish Christmas show at Belle Harbor Yacht Club! Admission: $25 for BHYC members/ $30 for guests. Contact John McCann or Kathy Moriarty-Courtney on Facebook for tickets, which are also available for purchase in the club’s lounge.
533 Beach 126th Street
THE BEST DRESSED MAN IN ROCKAWAY BOOK SIGNING: “THE LOVE STORIES PART 1”
SATURDAY, December 16
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Did you know that The Best Dressed Man in Rockaway is an author, and just published his second momentous book, “The Love Stories-Part 1? These love stories will tug at your heart, make you laugh, and transport you to the enchanting backdrop of Rockaway Beach in the 1960s. So, this evening at Knights of Columbus-Tap Room, don’t miss him in his sartorial splendor as he will be selling and signing his new book, which will be the perfect Christmas gift. All book royalties go to a variety of charities he has longtime supported. For more info, follow: TheBestDressedManInRockaway on Facebook/Instagram.
333 Beach 90th Street
ROGERS PUB 2ND ANNUAL TOY DRIVE
SUNDAY, December 17
4 p.m.
’Tis the season of giving! So, bring an unwrapped toy for kids to Rogers as Gerald Bair & Friends gets you in the Christmas spirit! Toys can be dropped off at the bar any time.
203 Beach 116th Street
SHOP LOCAL
PHARM.NYC & PHASE SURF PRESENT “A VERY ROCKAWAY HOLIDAY MARKET”
SATURDAY, December 16
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Get your holiday shopping on at Pharm.NYC and Phase Surf’s holiday market at the Surf Lot. Plus, stop by for food, coffee, music, and new and used surf boards.
189 Beach 96th Street
BRUNCH BUFFET WITH SANTA AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL
SATURDAY, December 17
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Santa beckons everyone to a Sunday Brunch at The Rockaway Hotel Harbor Room, for a feast, plus music and more! Minimum of 5 guests per table. For brunch menu and tickets, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/happenings
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
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