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The Rockaway podcast. Giving you the latest weather, surf and fishing reports as well as current goings-on. Visit www.RockAwayPodcast.com for the latest episode.
📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 170 Friday December 26 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 170 Friday December 26 2025
FRIDAY, December 26 8 p.m. Break out your new clothes from Santa, and celebrate Boxing Day at Kennedy’s as The GrassLighters pour out their elixir of rock, folk, bluegrass and R&B. For reservations, call: (718) 945-0202. 406 Bayside, Breezy Point SATURDAY, December 27 5:30 p.m. Back at Similan On The Bay is acous- tic guitarist, Barry Waller, tuning hearts with the soundtrack of a lifetime. 375 Beach 92nd Street SATURDAY, December 27 With New Year’s just a few days away—live it up at Kennedy’s with acoustic mix master, Frank Persico. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202. 406 Bayside, Breezy Point SUNDAY, December 28 1 p.m. Celebrate the last Sunday of 2025 at Adrienne’s with picturesque Jamai- ca Bay views and Evan Kuriga’s sweet acoustic tunes. 25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel SUNDAY, December 28 4 p.m. As a sweet treat for the holidays from The Sugar Bowl, Archimedes performs music from The Police, 90s grunge and more alternative rock! 15 Bedford Ave., Breezy Point SUNDAY, December 28 5:30 p.m. The Similan Band simmers your
Sunday with jazz at Similan On The Bay. 375 Beach 92nd Street NEW YEAR’S EVE WEDNESDAY, December 31 KENNEDY’S 5 p.m. / 8 p.m. Celebrate NYE in style at Kennedy’s! First seating: 5 p.m. Admission is $90 (includes three-course dinner). Sec- ond seating: 8 p.m. Admission is $150 (includes four-course dinner, cham- pagne toast at midnight, hats, noise- makers and live music. For reserva- tions, call: (718) 945-0202. 406 Bayside, Breezy Point THE BAYHOUSE 5 p.m. / 8:30 p.m. Spend the last night of 2025 at The BayHouse with food, cocktails and breathtaking waterfront views! First seating: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Admission: $25 (includes three-course meal and hap- py hour pricing on beverages). Second seating: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Admis- sion: $125 (includes passed appetizers, salad, pasta station, dessert, open bar, midnight champagne toast, DJ, hats and noisemakers. For reservations, call: (347) 926-4926. 500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point ROCCO’S OF ROC BEACH 6 p.m. / 9 p.m. Celebrate NYE in Italian style at Roc- co’s! Fuhgeddaboudit! With delizioso food, drinks, music and more— that’s amore! Two seatings: 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Admission: $75. For reservations, call: (718) 799-5050. 115-10 Rockaway Beach Blvd. BELLE HARBOR YACHT CLUB 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Commemorate the countdown to 2026 at the BHYC’s NYE Family Party— featuring live DJ, New Year’s count- down and cash bar! Admission for members: Adults $40/ Kids $20. Non- members: Adults: $50/ Kids $25. For tickets, contact Fran Brenna at (646) 644-3741. 533 Beach 126th Street THE ROOFTOP AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. With stunning NYC skyline views, food and liquid libations—make sure your phone is fully charged as NYE on The Rooftop at The Rockaway Ho- tel will be Instagrammable! Enjoy a luxurious three-course tasting menu offering a refined and sophisticated dining experience. Two-hour seatings available from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Ad- mission: $65. Then at 9 p.m., keep the good times rolling with a live DJ, cash bar and televised ball drop. For those who just want to party only, $20 ad- mission required to enter The Rooftop from 9 p.m. onward. (Ticket not re- quired if you have a dining reservation at The Rooftop or are staying at the ho- tel. Ticket gives access to The Rooftop only and does not include food or bev- erages). For tickets, visit: https://www. therockawayhotel.com/things-to-do- rockaway-beach/event-calendar 108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive THE HARBOR ROOM AT THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Forget Times Square! Ring in the new year at The Rockaway Hotel’s NYE Gala in the Harbor Room (second floor event space). Enjoy a divine cocktail hour, plated seated meal, premium open bar, live DJ and dancing all night long. Admission: $225 per person/ $2,000 for a table of 10. Formal attire requested. For tickets, visit: https:// www.therockawayhotel.com/things- to-do-rockaway-beach/event-calen- dar 108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive TAP THAT 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. The new year is knocking! Open the door at Tap That as guitar prodigy, Nick Daniel makes the last day of 2025 one to remember with his “fingerstyle” gui- tar rifts and amazing vocals! 111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd. PILOT HOUSE 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Party into 2026 at Pilot House! Ad- mission: $80. Includes premium open bar package of domestics and well drinks, champagne toast at mid- night, live DJ, plus watch the Times Square ball drop on the big screen! 190 Beach 69th Street NEW YEAR’S DAY BEGINNINGS THURSDAY, January 1 BUNGALOW BAR 3 p.m. Bungalow Bar is back with their an- nual NYD bash with DJ Teddy! As in years past, the popular bayside spot is also declaring New Year’s Day, “Purple Day,” in remembrance of Emily Burns. For brunch reservations, call: (718) 945-2100 377 Beach 92nd Street THE ROCKAWAY HOTEL 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Recharge, celebrate and glow into the new year at The Rockaway Hotel’s NYD Party! Lounge in the hotel’s Win- ter Pool House, outdoor heated pool and saunas. Reset and hydrate with a refreshing lunch buffet and a selec- tion of non-alcoholic cocktails. Plus, live DJ. Admission: $125. For tickets, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel. com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/ event-calendar 108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive THE SUGAR BOWL 3 p.m. Last call at The Sugar Bowl until March! So, join in the time-honored tradition of Hell or High Water clos- ing out winter with their signature foot-stompin’ rock feast. 15 Bedford Ave., Breezy Point NYD POLAR PLUNGES AROUND TOWN THURSDAY, January 1 10 a.m. Stamp the first day of the new year with the New York Dippers Club’s polar plunge at Beach 67th Street. 11 a.m. The Rockaway Hotel gets you pam- pered for their 5th Annual Polar Plunge at Beach 108th Street. Prior to the plunge, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. — indulge in the Hotel’s breakfast buffet and brunch cocktails served at the Har- bor Room. At 12 p.m., head to Beach 108th for the plunge. Post-plunge, re- turn to The Harbor Room for live enter- tainment, brunch buffet and cash bar. Tickets: $20 for individuals under 21 years/ $50 for 21 and over. For tickets, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel. com/things-to-do-rockaway-beach/ event-calendar 108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive 12 p.m. Join locals for an informal plunge. Groups gather at Beach 91st, 119th, 127th and 145th.
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December 26, 2025 at 3:43 PM
📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 169 Friday December 19 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 169 Friday December 19 2025
Rockpod ep 169
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December 19, 2025 at 12:13 PM
📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 167 Friday December 5 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 167 Friday December 5 2025
RockPod Ep 167 Friday December 5 2025
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December 5, 2025 at 1:12 PM
📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 166 Friday November 21 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 166 Friday November 21 2025
FRIDAY, November 21 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Be swept away as guitar duo Aerial Acoustics perform pop to jazz and a few surprises in between—at Pico. 419 Beach 129th Street FRIDAY, November 21 5:30 p.m. The Similan Band ushers in jazz so smooth even the waves stop to listen at Similan On The Bay. 375 Beach 92nd Street FRIDAY, November 21 6 p.m. Rainbow Spirals Trio performs a righteous Grateful Dead tribute indoors at Rockaway Bazaar. Beach 97th Street Concession FRIDAY, November 21 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Head to Jamesons for pitchers of beer and Bair with Gerald Bair! 421 Beach 129th Street FRIDAY, November 21 7 p.m. Board the weekend fun train at Adri- enne’s with an eclectic mix of country, rock, pop, and rhythm and blues per- formed by Anthony Gal. 25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel FRIDAY, November 21 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tap That serves up a coastal country treat with Lauren Jaimes. 111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd. FRIDAY, November 21 8 p.m. The Rock-A-Wades throw down beer- licious sing-along rock classics at Belle Harbor Yacht Club. 533 Beach 126th Street THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2025 ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES FRIDAY, November 21 Rogers’ revelry—full throttle with 8 p.m. rock and roll, chased with a bluesy Join the shenanigans as Wine With Sue swamp vibe. rolls through Rogers with another rau- 203 Beach 116th Street cous night of rock—straight up, no chaser. 203 Beach 116th Street FRIDAY, November 21 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. The Rocks Billiard presents, “Thank Goodness It’s Friday Red and Black ‘90s Edition,” headlining ‘90s R&B superstar Jeff Redd! Plus, DJ Gully Dinero and DJ Dimo. Admission: $20. 348 Beach 72nd Street FRIDAY, November 21 Head to Kennedy’s for fine food, stun- ning views and music with Chris Deck- er. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 945-0202. 406 Bayside, Breezy Point SATURDAY, November 22 5 p.m. The Rockaway Bazaar has trans- formed into the ultimate heated indoor entertainment space. This evening, Solshyne brings in even more heat with jam rock. Beach 97th Street Concession SATURDAY, November 22 5:30 p.m. Deep Pockets serves up an eclectic fusion of modern jazz, fusion, funk, Latin and psy- chedelic music at Similan On The Bay. 375 Beach 92nd Street SATURDAY, November 22 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Jamos goes country with Long Island homegrown country artist, Anthony Gal. 421 Beach 129th Street SATURDAY, November 22 7 p.m. Live it up at Adrienne’s as DJ Marvin Myers spins funk, house, R&B, hip hop and more! 25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel SATURDAY, November 22 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Grab a pint and toast to another fun-tabulous weekend with the Rock-A- Wades at Tap That. 111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd. SATURDAY, November 22 8 p.m. Butterbrain and special guests, DaV- ida and Eufhoria pulsate The Rose Den with funk/punk/reggae/ska. 174 Beach 116th Street SATURDAY, November 22 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Hell or High Water drives your SATURDAY, November 22 Party with DJ Poppa D at Harbor Light. For showtime, call: (718) 474- 2202 and follow: harborlightpub on Instagram/Harbor Light Pub & Restau- rant on Facebook. 129-18 Newport Ave. SUNDAY, November 23 1 p.m. Bask in the last day of the weekend with Evan Kuriga’s sweet acoustic tunes at Adrienne’s. 25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel SUNDAY, November 23 4 p.m. Bookend your Sunday Fun!Day! with the Rock-A-Wades at Rogers. 203 Beach 116th Street SUNDAY, November 23 5:30 p.m. The Similan Band simmers your Sun- day with jazz that hits all the right notes at Similan On The Bay. 375 Beach 92nd Street SUNDAY, November 23 Country music sensation Lauren Jaimes takes center stage at Harbor Light. For showtime, call: 718-474- 2202 and follow: harborlightpub on Instagram/Harbor Light Pub & Restau- rant on Facebook. 129-18 Newport Ave. RBAF HURRICANE MELISSA RELIEF PARTY FOR JAMAICA AUTISM COMMUNITY SATURDAY, November 22 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Party with a purpose at Rhythms On The Rock with DJ Mugsy Mugs at Rock- away Beach Autism Families Hurricane Melissa Relief Reggae Party. From toys, diapers, clothing and more, RBAF is collecting items to ship to the autism community displaced by the Category 5 hurricane that pummeled Jamaica. (See article on page 32). For more info, con- tact Kami-Leigh Agard at (718) 450-5359 or email: kami@rockawaybeachau- tismfamilies.org. Also, visit: Rockaway Beach Autism Families on Facebook
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November 21, 2025 at 12:25 PM
📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 165 Friday November 14 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 165 Friday November 14 2025
RIP FF Pat Brady Music by Audio Library Beats FRIDAY, November 14 5:30 p.m. TGIF! Live it up with The Similan Band at Similan On The Bay. 375 Beach 92nd Street 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Kick off the weekend on an electric note with Irish rocker, John Doyle a.k.a. Amo at Jamesons. 421 Beach 129th Street 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Rose Den transforms into a jazz den with Simon Chardiet Jazz Quintet featuring Tim Givens, John Bollinger, Jerry Wilkie, Gio and Chardiet—jammin’ jazz—NYC street style. 174 Beach 116th Street 7:30 p.m. The Fumos usher in horn-heavy ‘70s funk, rock, soul and jazz at The BayHouse! 500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point 8 p.m. Encore! After The Echo is back at Pilot House jammin’ rock covers from the '80s, '90s and aughts. 190 Beach 69th Street 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Level up your Friday night at Kennedy’s with Cat Nip’s electrifying lineup of classic and alternative rock. For reservations, call: (718) 945-0202. 406 Bayside, Breezy Point 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Clink your pints to the end of an- other workweek with Arturo Rivera’s acoustic brews at Rogers. 203 Beach 116th Street FRIDAY, November 14 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. The Rocks Billiard throws down two parties in one night! First up. “Thank Goodness It’s Friday,” celebrating Scorpio birthdays with drink and food specials, and live DJ. Next, pack in the laughs at the comedy show hosted by Smith Gang, plus, live performance by Ron Browz. After-party with DJ Gully Dinero. Admission: $10. For tickets, call Ray: (917) 702-1950. 348 Beach 72nd Street SATURDAY, November 15 5:30 p.m. Deep Pockets serves up an eclectic fusion of modern jazz, fusion, funk, Latin and psychedelic music at Simi- lan On The Bay. 375 Beach 92nd Street 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Release your dancer self and get groovin' with Uncle Jack Band at Tap That. 111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd. 6:30 p.m. Cozy up at Bungalow for an evening of acoustic tunes with Brazilian sing- er/guitarist, Zuíque. 377 Beach 92nd Street 8 p.m. Bailar toda la noche at The Rocks Billiard with Andy Gutierrez y La Fuer- za Tipica Band performing merengue and bachata live! Plus, more Latin beats by DJ Junior. Door admission: $10. 348 Beach 72nd Street 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Feel the bass, hear the guitar! One- 2Many is back at Rogers pourin’ out your favorite rock classics. 203 Beach 116th Street Enjoy a Breezy treat with a fine din- ing experience and music by Soccer Dads at Kennedy’s. Call (718) 945- 0202 for showtime and reservations. 406 Bayside, Breezy Point SUNDAY, November 16 1 p.m. Lap up good music and good vibes with singer/songwriter, Derek Adam at Adrienne’s. 25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bookend your Sunday Fun!Day! with Gerald Bair at Rogers. 203 Beach 116th Street 4 p.m. Forget the chilly temps outside! The Rockaway Bazaar has transformed into the ultimate heated indoor entertain- ment space. This afternoon, Jazz for Dead jams an eclectic mix of jazz and Grateful Dead tunes. Beach 97th Concession 5:30 p.m. Similan On The Bay sweetens your Sunday with award-winning multi-in- strumentalist, Chris Tedesco on violin. 375 Beach 92nd Street
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November 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 164 Friday November 7 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 164 Friday November 7 2025
Music by Lola Moore
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📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 163 Friday October 31 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 163 Friday October 31 2025
Rockpod ep 163
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RockPod Ep 162 Friday October 24 2025
RockPod ep 162
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RockPod Ep161 Friday October 17 2025
Rockpod ep 161
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📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 160, Friday October 10 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 160, Friday October 10 2025
RockPod ep 160
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📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 159 Friday October 3 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 159 Friday October 3 2025
Joe and Quasi.  The longest episode ever. music by lola moore
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📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Episode Friday September 26 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Episode Friday September 26 2025
RockPod Episode Friday September 26 2025
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📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 157 Friday September 19 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 157 Friday September 19 2025
RockPod Ep 157 Friday September 19 2025
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📣 New Podcast! "Rockpod ep 156 Friday September 12 2025" on @Spreaker
Rockpod ep 156 Friday September 12 2025
Rockpod ep 156 Friday September 12 2025
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📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 156 Friday September 12 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 156 Friday September 12 2025
Rock pod ep 156
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📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 156 Friday September 12 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 156 Friday September 12 2025
RockPod Ep 156 Friday September 12 2025
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September 12, 2025 at 10:49 AM
📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 155 Friday September 5 2025 v2" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 155 Friday September 5 2025 v2
Friday night   Wine With Sue powers up Adrienne’s with their sizzling rock and roll show starting at 8. Batsey’s PresentS DJ Mike L every Friday starting at 9 Beach 97th street concessions presents the fumes from 5-730 Party into the weekend with music mix-master Frank Persico at bungalow bar 630pm.   Tent cocktail karaoke with Bettina Hornung Caracas presents The Mighty Quinn at 5pm Barry Waller is back at Kennedy’s from 730-1030. The pilot house presents off the Rails playing ’90’s and 2000 tunes at 6pm Elevate your TGIF vibes with Golden Hour Grooves, a Friday night sunset party on The Rooftop at The Rockaway Hotel Round up your deputies for The Brooklyn Bards’ Irish salute at Rogers! From 9 to 1am The wharf presents Danny Riordan playing Acoustic music at 6 Saturday: Live it up at Adrienne’s as DJ Marvin Myers spins funk, house, R&B, hip hop at 7 If you like Shaboozey’s blend of country, Americana and hip-hop, don’t miss Brazilian acoustic artist, Zuíque, at Bungie at 630 Jairito y La Onda and Adam Amram Family Band engulfs Caracas with psychedelic, cumbia, rock and folk music. At 6 Dive into Rippers for rock n’ roll, doo wop and surf rock by Mike Mok and The Em-Tones at Rockaway Beach BodySurf Underground (RBBU) Body Surfing Contest  The rooftop at the Rockaway hotel presents DJ Rob NYC starting at 10. Feel the bass, hear the guitar! One2Many performs your favorite rock classics at rogers from 9-1 Celebrate an endless summer at Rockaway Tiki Bar with DJ Momotaro spinning tropical tiki vibes, plus steamy go-go dancing with who the NY Post dubbed, “NYC’s Miracle Twerker,”—Puss N Boots. The Knobs make their grand return to The Wharf—firing up the bay with WLIR-era new wave and alternative at 6pm Riis Beach concessions present the band Junxion Sunday Chillax at Adrienne’s while Evan Kuriga swings in acoustic tunes, followed byFrank Sinatra-esque crooner, Zack Alexander Bungie sweetens your Sunday with acoustic grooves by Don Arturo. Next, DJ Mouse is back with the “Rincón Reunion.” Lion Paw vibrates laid-back island vibes with reggae beats at The Rockaway Hotel’s Pool House. From 1 -4pm The Mooks jam their raw, yet sugar-sweet version of good old rock n’ roll and doo-wop, plus more at The Rose Den at 8 Bookend the weekend with Irish rocker John Doyle a.k.a. Amo at The Wharf at 4 Riis Beach concessions present the Rockawades. THE BETTINA SHOW PRESENTS ROCKAWAY IDOL FRIDAY, September 5 7 p.m. Move over American Idol! Rockaway Idol talent competition is finally here! After a summer of weekly Tent Karaoke face-offs at Bungalow Bar with host Bettina Hornung, the ultimate showdown begins to see who will be crowned the winner, going home with not just amazing prizes, but bragging rights! Seating is limited, so make your reservations now! 4TH ANNUAL ROCKAWAY DOG PARADE SUNDAY, September 7 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Dress your pooch to impress, and even go home with a prize at this year’s 4th Annual Dog Parade on the boardwalk, themed, “Rockstars!” Parade highlights include: costume contest, music, adoptable dogs, local vendors, raffles, giveaways and treats for your four-legged friend. Proceeds benefit ARF-ARF (Allied Rockaway Foundation for Animal Recreation and Fitness). The entry fee is $5. For tickets and more info, visit: Facebook event page: 4th Annual Rockaway Dog Parade. Shorefront Dog Run (Shorefront Watch the season-opener, Cowboys vs. Eagles at Jameson’s (421 Beach 129th Street) and Pilot House (190 Beach 69th Street). Pilot House hosts an all-day football watch party with DJ, food and drink specials, and giveaways. For watch times, visit:pilothouse_ny on Instagram.
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September 5, 2025 at 1:52 PM
📣 New Podcast! "RockPod Ep 155 Friday September 5 2025" on @Spreaker
RockPod Ep 155 Friday September 5 2025
Friday night   Wine With Sue powers up Adrienne’s with their sizzling rock and roll show starting at 8. Batsey’s PresentS DJ Mike L every Friday starting at 9 Beach 97th street concessions presents the fumes from 5-730 Party into the weekend with music mix-master Frank Persico at bungalow bar 630pm.   Tent cocktail karaoke with Bettina Hornung Caracas presents The Mighty Quinn at 5pm Barry Waller is back at Kennedy’s from 730-1030. The pilot house presents off the Rails playing ’90’s and 2000 tunes at 6pm Elevate your TGIF vibes with Golden Hour Grooves, a Friday night sunset party on The Rooftop at The Rockaway Hotel Round up your deputies for The Brooklyn Bards’ Irish salute at Rogers! From 9 to 1am The wharf presents Danny Riordan playing Acoustic music at 6 Saturday: Live it up at Adrienne’s as DJ Marvin Myers spins funk, house, R&B, hip hop at 7 If you like Shaboozey’s blend of country, Americana and hip-hop, don’t miss Brazilian acoustic artist, Zuíque, at Bungie at 630 Jairito y La Onda and Adam Amram Family Band engulfs Caracas with psychedelic, cumbia, rock and folk music. At 6 Dive into Rippers for rock n’ roll, doo wop and surf rock by Mike Mok and The Em-Tones at Rockaway Beach BodySurf Underground (RBBU) Body Surfing Contest  The rooftop at the Rockaway hotel presents DJ Rob NYC starting at 10. Feel the bass, hear the guitar! One2Many performs your favorite rock classics at rogers from 9-1 Celebrate an endless summer at Rockaway Tiki Bar with DJ Momotaro spinning tropical tiki vibes, plus steamy go-go dancing with who the NY Post dubbed, “NYC’s Miracle Twerker,”—Puss N Boots. The Knobs make their grand return to The Wharf—firing up the bay with WLIR-era new wave and alternative at 6pm Riis Beach concessions present the band Junxion Sunday Chillax at Adrienne’s while Evan Kuriga swings in acoustic tunes, followed byFrank Sinatra-esque crooner, Zack Alexander Bungie sweetens your Sunday with acoustic grooves by Don Arturo. Next, DJ Mouse is back with the “Rincón Reunion.” Lion Paw vibrates laid-back island vibes with reggae beats at The Rockaway Hotel’s Pool House. From 1 -4pm The Mooks jam their raw, yet sugar-sweet version of good old rock n’ roll and doo-wop, plus more at The Rose Den at 8 Bookend the weekend with Irish rocker John Doyle a.k.a. Amo at The Wharf at 4 Riis Beach concessions present the Rockawades. THE BETTINA SHOW PRESENTS ROCKAWAY IDOL FRIDAY, September 5 7 p.m. Move over American Idol! Rockaway Idol talent competition is finally here! After a summer of weekly Tent Karaoke face-offs at Bungalow Bar with host Bettina Hornung, the ultimate showdown begins to see who will be crowned the winner, going home with not just amazing prizes, but bragging rights! Seating is limited, so make your reservations now! 4TH ANNUAL ROCKAWAY DOG PARADE SUNDAY, September 7 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Dress your pooch to impress, and even go home with a prize at this year’s 4th Annual Dog Parade on the boardwalk, themed, “Rockstars!” Parade highlights include: costume contest, music, adoptable dogs, local vendors, raffles, giveaways and treats for your four-legged friend. Proceeds benefit ARF-ARF (Allied Rockaway Foundation for Animal Recreation and Fitness). The entry fee is $5. For tickets and more info, visit: Facebook event page: 4th Annual Rockaway Dog Parade. Shorefront Dog Run (Shorefront Watch the season-opener, Cowboys vs. Eagles at Jameson’s (421 Beach 129th Street) and Pilot House (190 Beach 69th Street). Pilot House hosts an all-day football watch party with DJ, food and drink specials, and giveaways. For watch times, visit:pilothouse_ny on Instagram.
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September 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM