ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES

By Kami-Leigh Agard

Rockaway St. Patrick’s Day Parade has come and gone, but don’t put away your green yet! With March officially heralded—Irish American Heritage Month—the shenanigans continue and loads of local spots are primed to celebrate all things Irish! Plus, this Saturday—the late George Ferguson will be remembered at an event at RBQ. Slainte!

Live Music

THURSDAY, March 9

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

It’s almost Friday! So, why be moody when you can shake your booty and belt out songs with live karaoke band, Dan and Rich, at Tap That!

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.

FRIDAY, March 10 7 p.m.

Fly with the wind into Breezy as Harry McDonald’s Locals Rule band whips in with a classic rock jam fit for The BayHouse.

500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point

FRIDAY, March 10

8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

It’s the Rockaway debut of eclectic spin master, Brenn, at Rockaway Brewing Co. Get ready to sweat, rehydrate with RBCO. beer, repeat.

415 Beach 72nd Street

FRIDAY, March 10 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.

If WLIR-era music is still on your radio dial, head to Bar Marseille as The Knobs are one of the few bands around deliverin’ legit’ 80s alternative rock like The Smiths, The Cure, Depeche Mode, and more.

190 Beach 69th Street

FRIDAY, March 10 9 p.m.

Enjoy sweet acoustic tunes and brews with Chris Long at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club.

533 Beach 126th Street

FRIDAY, March 10 9 p.m.

Kyle Wade is back at Rogers jammin’ the ultimate soundtrack for your Friday craic!

203 Beach 116th Street

FRIDAY, March 10

Enjoy a Breezy treat with a fine dining and music experience with Chris Decker at Kennedy’s. Call (718) 9450202 for showtime and reservations.

406 Bayside, Breezy Point

SATURDAY, March 11

7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

We can’t help falling in love with Bobby Blaze and the Retro’s classic rock covers from the ‘60s and ‘70s, and tonight they usher in a special performance at Tap That, including an Elvis mini show!

111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd

SATURDAY, March 11 9 p.m.

From the Beatles, Springsteen, U2, and more—rock with five-piece NYC band, One Too Many at Rogers!

203 Beach 116th Street

SATURDAY, March 11

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

SUNDAY, March 12

2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Head uptown to Harbor Light for a family-friendly afternoon of food, music, company and The Knobs Acoustic Duo rockin’ one of the sweetest Sunday jams.

129-18 Newport Ave

SUNDAY, March 12

3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Be knighted like a king at the Knights of Columbus’ FUN-day Sunday with the McWades aka the Rock-A-Wades! Drink specials, light fare.

333 Beach 90th Street

SUNDAY, March 12

3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Whether you want to end your weekend toasting with a beer or “Bair,” as in Gerald Bair—enjoy memorable rounds of both (in moderation) at Rogers.

203 Beach 116th Street

Ongoing

Wine WEDNESDAYS

7 p.m.

Channel your inner Spice Girl at Rockaway Tiki’s karaoke night.

67-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd

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

Selfie SATURDAYS

7 p.m. until closing

Elevate your weekend fun at The Rockaway Hotel’s rooftop with live DJ, craft cocktails, lite bites, and inspiring ocean and Manhattan cityline views.

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

8 p.m. to Midnight

French-Mediterranean restaurant, Bar Marseille, brings Manhattan chic to Rockaway with a lounge-inspired DJ set, dancing, adult bevies and endless selfie moments. Ooh la la!!

190 Beach 69th Street

SWEET SUNDAYS

12 noon

Elevate your weekend fun on the rooftop at The Rockaway Hotel. With live DJ, craft cocktails, lite bites, and soaking in ocean and Manhattan cityline views.

108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive

Theater

RTC PRESENTS “CABARET”

Starting next Friday, March 17!

The Rockaway Theatre Company presents its first show for the 2023 season—“Cabaret.” One of Broadway’s greatest productions, “Cabaret,” comes to Rockaway making audiences an offer they might want to refuse—an invitation to Berlin’s sordid Kit Kat Klub, on the eve of Hitler’s rise to power in Weimar Germany. Based on Christopher Isherwood’s “Berlin Stories,” the show depicts the interlocking stories of a cabaret singer, a writer from America, and the denizens of Berlin. Show dates: March 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31, April

1 and 2. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. For tickets, visit: www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org.

T4 Post Theatre Building, Fort Tilden

Special Mentions

ST. ROSE OF LIMA

"CASINO ROYALE” FUNDRAISER

FRIDAY, March 10

Join St. Rose of Lima Catholic Academy at their biggest fundraiser! The theme is “Casino Royale,” but don’t expect to be playing cards, but instead a night chockfull of fun with raffles, games, 50/50s, and a silent auction—all night long—with chances to win a ton of prizes! Admission is $10 with a chance to win the coveted door prize. Feel free to bring food, drinks, and most importantly, friends! Adults only, no children, including students, allowed entry.

154 Beach 84th Street (St. Rose Gym)

RBQ INVITES ALL TO THE GEORGE FERGUSON MEMORIAL EVENT

SATURDAY, March 11

1 p.m. to Midnight

George Ferguson was loved by the community at large, and Saturday, RBQ hosts an all-day memorial concert celebrating his life with friends, family and those who knew him beyond his post as RBQ’s longtime bartender. Live music performance kicks off at 2 p.m., featuring popular acts, The Rock-A-Wades, members of The Knobs, The Locals, CrossFade Nights and many more!

97-20 Rockaway Beach Blvd

IRISH TENOR EMMETT CAHILL LIVE AT ST. FRANCIS DE SALES CHURCH

SATURDAY, March 11

7 p.m.

Don’t miss world acclaimed Irish tenor, Emmitt Cahill, as he wows audiences with this celestial voice at St. Francis de Sales Church. $50 admission includes meet and greet with Cahill, plus reception offering coffee, tea, Irish soda bread at 6 p.m. Tickets available at the rectory or online: emmettcahill.com

129-16 Rockaway Beach Blvd

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