Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn This Weekend: Latino Music By The Sea, Circus Sideshow, Art Classes
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Latino Music by the Sea
When: Friday, July 24, 7:30pm
Where: MCU Park, 1904 Surf Avenue
What: As part of the Borough President’s free Seaside Summer Concert series, this weekend’s Latino music concert will include Eddie Santiago and the boy band N’KLABE.
How much: Free
More info: Website.
Summer Stroll On 3rd
When: Friday, July 24, 6pm – 10pm
Where: 3rd Avenue, from 80th Street to 90th Street
What: Summer Stroll is a custom-tailored project based on Summer Streets, the 5-year-old New York Department of Transportation project that closes streets for everyone to play, walk, dine and enjoy avenue wide cultural activities. Summer Stroll is an annual celebration of Bay Ridge’s most valuable public space: 3rd Avenue.
How much: Free
More info: Website.
Trapeze Across Coney Island
When: Friday, July 17, 11am – 8pm
Where: Surf Pavilion, 3029 Stillwell Avenue
What: Trapeze School New York will be joining Coney Art Walls and Smorgasburg in Coney Island this weekend, offering visitors a chance to fly across Coney Island. In addition, lemonade maker Lizzmonade, will be joining Smorgasburg’s existing 12 food vendors and two bars — now open everyday, 11am – 8pm at the food festival.
How much: $50 – $70 per person
More info: Website.
Coney Island Circus Sideshow
When: Daily, 7pm
Where: Coney Island Museum, 1208 Surf Avenue
What: The Coney Island Circus Sideshow is the last place in America where you can experience the thrill of a traditional ten-in-one circus sideshow. See sword and fire swallowers, contortionists, and performers who were “born different” in this spectacular production.
How much: $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12
More info: Website.
Festive Concert For Children & Parents
When: Saturday, July 25, 1pm-2:30pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street
What: Friends of Sheepshead Bay Library are hosting a family musical festival with games, prizes, and a performance by the Children’s Musical Bells Ensemble.
How much: Free
More info: 718-368-1815
Movie Night at McKinley Park
When: Saturday, July 25, 6pm
Where: McKinley Park, 73rd Avenue and Fort Hamilton Parkway
What: Everything will be be awesome when Councilman Gentile host a free movie night at McKinley Park with games, facepainting, and a screening of The Lego Movie.
How much: Free
More info: Facebook.
Bensonhurst Greenmarket
When: Sunday, July 19, 9am – 4pm
Where: Milestone Park, 18th Avenue, between 81st and 82nd Street.
What: The award-winning farmers’ market is back! Lookout for free cooking demonstrations and delicious, organic, farm-fresh produce all day. The market will be open in the 18th Avenue park every Sunday until November 22.
How much: Free
Weekend Walks On 18th Avenue
When: Saturday, July 25, 1pm – 6pm
Where: 18th Avenue, between 62nd Street and 75th Street
What: For the first year ever, 18th Avenue will be closed to traffic and businesses on the commercial strip will be able to showcase their goods with activities like outdoor cafes, scavenger hunts, musical performances, and more.
How much: Free
More info: Website.
Art Class For Adults: Collage, Still Life & More
When: Saturday, July 25, 3pm-5pm
Where: Sheepshead Bay Library, 2636 East 14th Street
What: These art classes for adults are held with a professional instructor. Who knows? They may just might unearth your talent as an artist, enrich your life, and prolong your youth. Test yourself and you might be pleasantly surprised..
How much: Free
More info: Website.
Saint Athanasius Holy Name Society Flea Market
When: Sunday, July 26, 9am-2pm
Where: Saint Athanasius School, 6120 Bay Parkway
What: Find home goods, dog grooming products, tupperware, and more at this indoor flea market fundraiser. There is plenty of parking and air conditioning at the building. A concession stand will provide refreshments.
How much: Free
Flicks On The Beach: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
When: Monday, July 27, 8:30pm
Where: Coney Island Boardwalk, West 10th Street
What: Enjoy a free screening of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Bring your blankets and enjoy the classic movie on a 40-foot inflatable screen on the beach.
How much: Free
More info: Website.