Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn This Week: Indiana Jones On The Beach, Coney Island’s 80s Night, Summer Concerts In The Park

The Thunderbolt ride at Luna Park. (Photo: Luna Park NYC / Facebook)

Lots of good fun can be found in southern Brooklyn this week. Head to the beach in Coney Island to catch Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom playing on the big screen, enjoy free summer concerts in the park, and don’t miss 80s night.

For even more things to do around Brooklyn, or to add your own upcoming event (some of which we’ll feature in this roundup in the future!), check out our calendar.

Coney Island Circus Sideshow
When: Daily, 1pm – 8pm
Where: Sideshows by the Seashore, 1208 Surf Avenue
What: Coney Island is the last place in the United State where you can enjoy a ten-in-one circus sideshow. Check out thrilling performances by sword and fire swallowers, contortionists, and other entertainers who were “born different” during this one-of-a-kind production.
How much: $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12
More info: Website.

Flicks On The Beach: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
When: Monday, July 20, 8:30pm
Where: Coney Island Boardwalk, West 10th Street
What: Bring blankets and beach chairs and enjoy a free screening of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, playing on 40-foot inflatable screen near the beach.
How much: Free
More info: Website.

Arts and Crafts for Seniors
When: Tuesdays, 10:30am
Where: JASA Luna Park Senior Center, 2880 West 12th Street
What: Learn doll and bag making as well as other fun crafts at this free workshop for seniors.
How much: Free
More info: 718-996-6666

Blood Pressure Screening
When: Tuesday, July 28, 12:30 – 1pm
Where: Kings Bay Library, 3650 Nostrand Avenue
What: Have an experienced nurse check your blood pressure.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1709

Quilting: Learn and Share Ideas
When: Tuesday, July 28, 2:30 – 7:30pm
Where: Gerritsen Beach Library, 2808 Gerritsen Avenue
What: Come share tips and advice with other quilters at this event hosted by the Brooklyn Quilter’s Guild. Be sure to bring your own materials.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1435

Free Summer Concert: On a Good Run
When: Tuesday, July 28, 7pm
Where: Shore Road Park, 79th Street and Shore Road
What: On a Good Run will be playing the blues and your favorite classic rock hits. Jam out and a enjoy the show near the shore.
How much: Free
More info: 718-238-6044

80s Night on Coney Island
When: Wednesday, July 29, all day
Where: Coney Island Amusement District
What: Time to put on some neon slouch socks, dust off that Rubik’s Cube and head out to Coney Island, where attractions and businesses across the Amusement District will participating in some ’80s fun!
How much: Free
More info: Call the Alliance for Coney Island at 718-594-7895.

Free Summer Concert: Witness
When: Wednesday, July 29, 7pm
Where: Marine Park at Fillmore Avenue
What: Dance the monkey in the park while enjoying the golden oldies of the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s from the band Witness.
How much: Free
More info: 718-238-6044

Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Hudson Valley Renegades
When: Wednesday, July 29, 7pm
Where: MCU Park, 1904 Surf Ave
What: Celebrate ’80s night when the home team takes on the Hudson Valley Renegades. The first 2,500 fans will get a free Juan Lagares Golden Bobble Glove.
How much: $10
More info: 718-382-2600