Ditmas Park Weekend Events Spotlight: June 24–26

The weekend is finally here, and we’d like to help you have a great one blocks from your home. Whether you’re looking for a latin music party, a mardi gras themed street fair, a night out at the Kings Theater, a new wine & tapas spot, or a bar open until 4am — this is your spot for the hottest weekend events in Ditmas Park. If you have an event to share, or just want to reach out, email us at editor@ditmasparkcorner.com.

Cubanismo! at Celebrate Brooklyn
When: Friday, June 24 at 7:30pm
Where: Prospect Park Bandshell, entrance at 9th Street and Prospect Park West
What: Celebrate another summer friday night with Cubanismo, also featuring Ricardo Lemvo with L’Orchestre Afrisa International. Celebrate Brooklyn calls this show a “fiery night of Latin rhythms led by trumpeter Jesús Alémañy and his band ¡CUBANISMO!” That’s definitely enough to get us dancing all night long.
How Much: Free

Summer Camp Open House (Sponsored)
When: Saturday, June 25, 11am – 4pm
Where: Aviator Sports and Events Center, 3159 Flatbush Avenue
What: Aviator Sports and Events Center Camps are hosting a free Open House! Come check out all the new programs and activities for 2016!
How much: Free
More info: Contact Jason Vasquez at 718-758-7510 or camps@aviatorsports.com.

Midwood Mardi Gras Street Fair
When: Sunday, June 26 from 10am to 6pm
Where: Avenue M between East 13th Street and Ocean Avenue
What: Join the Midwood Development Corporation for the annual Midwood Mardi Gras street fair on Avenue M. Come out and enjoy the day with free face painting, rides, games, music, chess, and more. TRAFFIC NOTICE: Avenue M will be closed to cars 8am to 8pm on Sunday June 26. And there will be no street parking on Avenue M beginning Saturday night.
How Much: Free

Annie, Abundantly! at The Kings Theater
When: Sunday, June 26 at 6pm
Where: The Kings Theater, 1027 Flatbush Avenue, between Tilden & Duryea Streets
What: Come see students and broadway performers reinvent the classic broadway musical Annie, with a creative ending that will be sure to inspire young women of all ages.
How Much: Tickets are $45

BBQ at Temple Beth Emeth
When: Sunday, June 26 from 2:30pm to 6pm
Where: 390 East 5th Street, between Beverley Road and Avenue C
What: Bring the whole family for hot dogs, hamburgers, and veggie treats with Temple Beth Emeth’s Rabbi Heidi Hoover in her own backyard! Learn about the programs and offerings and Temple Beth Emeth, located at 83 Marlborough Road. For more information, call 718-282-1596 or 646-714-2410 on Sunday.
How Much: Free