Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn This Week: Irish Night On Shore Road, 18th Avenue Feast, Free Movies & Concerts
Lots of activities in southern Brooklyn this week. If you haven’t already, head over to the 18th Avenue Feast — happening all week in Bensonhurst. Or check out the last two shows in Senator Golden’s free summer concert series. And don’t miss some of the free movie screening happening this week.
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.
18th Avenue Feast of Santa Rosalia
When: Thursday, August 20 – Sunday, August 30, 5 – 11pm weekdays, 11am – 11pm weekends
Where: 18th Avenue, between 68th Street to 75th Street
What: This 10-day fesrival, now in its 40th year, will feature food, rides and live music. The celebration is expected to draw thousands.
How much: Free
More info: Facebook.
Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Hudson Valley Renegades
When: Monday, August 24, 7pm
Where: MCU Park, 1904 Surf Avenue
What: Cheer on the home team as they battle the Hudson Valley Renegades. All fans are invited to run the bases.
How much: $12 – $19
More info: 718-382-2600
Flicks On The Beach: Despicable Me
When: Monday, August 17, 8:30pm
Where: Coney Island Boardwalk, West 10th Street
What: Enjoy a free screening of Despicable Me. Bring your blankets and enjoy the classic movie on a 40-foot inflatable screen on the beach.
How much: Free
More info: Website.
Movies in the Parks: The Boxtrolls
When: Monday, August 24, 8:30pm
Where: Colonel David Marcus Playground, Avenue P between East 4th Street and Ocean Parkway
What: bring your picnic blankets and chairs out for a free screening of The Boxtrolls, a family-friendly movie about a group of underground trolls that foster a parentless boy.
How much: Free
More info: 718-965-8942
Movie at the Library: Roxanne
When: Tuesday, August 25, 1 – 3pm
Where: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Avenue (Near Kings Highway)
What: Come watch this 80s romantic comedy starring Steve Martin and Daryl Hannah.
How much: Free
More info: 718-375-3037
Free Summer Concert: Irish Night on Shore Road
When: Tuesday, August 25, 7pm
Where: Shore Road Park, 79th Street and Shore Road
What: Wear some green to celebrate Ireland when the Clann Eireann Pipe Band & The Canny Brothers perform.
How much: Free
More info: 718-238-6044
Movies at the Library: All is Lost
When: Wednesday, August 26, 1:30 – 3:30pm
Where: Brighton Beach Library, 16 Brighton First Road (Near Brighton Beach Avenue)
What: Check out this survival drama about a man lost at sea. Starring Robert Redford.
How much: Free
More info: 718-946-2917
Author Reading: Judy Chicurel
When: Wednesday, August 26, 6 – 7pm
Where: Brighton Beach Library, 16 Brighton First Road (Near Brighton Beach Avenue)
What: local author Judy Chicurel will be reading excerpts from her acclaimed novel “If I knew You Were Going To Be This Beautiful I Never Would Have Let You Go.”
How much: Free
More info: 718-946-2917
Free Summer Concert: Bobby Valli
When: Wednesday, August 26, 7pm
Where: Marine Park at Fillmore Avenue
What: Bring your bellbottoms if you got ’em. Bobby Valli will be performing hits from his brother Frankie as well as some songs from Jersey Boys.
How much: Free
More info: 718-238-6044
Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Hudson Valley Renegades
When: Wednesday, August 26, 7pm
Where: MCU Park, 1904 Surf Avenue
What: The first 2,500 fans in attendance will go home with a Sidd Finch bobblehead when the Cyclones take on the Hudson Valley Renegades.
How much: $10
More info: 718-382-2600
Summer Reading: Loud and Rowdy Tales with Julie Pasqual
When: Thursday, August 27, 2 – 3pm
Where: Coney Island Library, 1901 Mermaid Avenue (Near West 19th Street)
What: Come see performance storytelling of folktales full colorful characters, funny surprises, and fairytale fun.
How much: Free
More info: 718-265-3220
