Music, Skating, Trolley Tours & More This Weekend In Ditmas Park
The weekend is finally here, and we’d like to help you have a great one blocks from your home. Whether you’re looking to rock out outside, watch indie films, or skate to 90s pop — this is your spot for the hottest weekend events in (and around) Ditmas Park. If you have an event to share, email us at editor@ditmasparkcorner.com.
Summer Music Series — Wine With Sue (Sponsored)
When: Friday, July 29, 8pm-11pm
Where: Aces Patio at Aviator Sports and Events Center, 3159 Flatbush Avenue
What: Wine With Sue Is THE Premier Rock and Roll Party Band. Hailing from Rock-Rock Rockaway Beach, Queens, Wine with Sue has been bringing their Rock and Roll party to bars and clubs in New York for over ten years!
How much: $10, tickets available online.
‘My Brooklyn’ Movie Night
When: Friday, July 29 at 7pm
Where: All Souls Bethlehem Church, 566 East 7th Street between Cortelyou Road & Ditmas Avenue
What: ‘My Brooklyn’ is filmmaker Kelly Anderson’s award winning, thought-provoking film on the gentrification of the Fulton Street Mall, how it was manipulated by developers and city planners, and how it changed the neighborhood. For more info, contact the church at 347-365-8800.
‘Wannabe’ Lola Star’s Dreamland Roller Disco at Lefrak Skating Center
When: Friday, July 29 from 7:30pm to 10pm
Where: Lefrak Center at Lakeside, Prospect Park.
What: Roll-bounce to your favorite 90s pop tunes, featuring the Spice Girls, at Lola Star’s Dreamland Roller Disco, with retro DJ sets and prizes for roller dancing skills. (This event is 21+)
How Much: $18 per person
Live Music at Bar Chord
When: Friday, July 29 at 10pm
Where: Bar Chord, 1003 Cortelyou Road between Coney Island Avenue and Stratford Road.
What: Illegal Mezcal Music Series featuring Jake G and the Soul Vibrance.
How Much: Free show, but don’t forget the drinks at the bar.
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival: Digable Planets and Camp Lo
When: Saturday, July 30, 7:30pm, Gates open at 6:30pm
Where: Prospect Park Bandshell, Prospect Park (Enter at 9th Street and Prospect Park West)
What: New York hip-hop staples Digable Planets and Camp Lo unite for a memorable night of new and old sounds at the Bandshell.
How much: Free. Rain or shine.
Kensington Autism Awareness Workshop
When: Saturday, July 30 from 4pm to 6pm
Where: Avenue C Plaza, Avenue C and McDonald Avenue
What: Join us in the Autism Awareness Workshop with children and youth of Kids PDD Tacklers, focused on overcoming every day barriers. Refreshments will be served, bring the whole family. For more info, contact Mohammad Mahab at (347) 481-8396.
How Much: Free
Green-Wood’s Historic Trolley Tour
When: Sunday, July 31 from 1pm to 3pm
Where: Green-Wood Cemetery,
What: Experience ‘The Far Side of Green-Wood’; in the 478 acre cemetery. Join expert tour guides to hear stories of Green-Wood’s permanent residents, see breathtaking views of Manhattan, and tread where George Washington and his troops fought the Battle of Brooklyn.
How Much: $10 for members of Green-Wood, $15 for non-members. Seating is limited and they say tours routinely sell out – so book your ticket in advance!