Sweet Ol'e Brooklyn 2018 Summer Events

Good Ol'e Brooklyn

                                                   

Back in the days summer for me meant, block parties. johnny pump and I'm not speaking about the sprinkler system, nah full force with your tin can. Sitting on the stoop until late at night with your friends and couldn't move from in the front. City pools. playing skelly in the park.  Those were the dayssss!  

Things have change, neighborhood and communities have been gentrify, doing things differently

from when I was growing up, like community events and entertainment for the children and adults. 

Recreation Centers, certainly a lot more to do. 

I found a few things going on. I should've done this in May, haven't had the time to dedicate here, but I'm back and bare with me while I try to fix and upgrade this place I call my blogs. Thank you to those that follows me and their  continuous support. 

1. New York Caribbean Carnival Week 2018 

Which by the way I would love to take pictures, some of you know I love taking a picture. I'm on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/noras_pic/  and working on my site, but I don't fit any of the criteria. 

Well here you have it Brooklyn,  5 days of Food, Music, Costumes, Parades, Steel band, Show Case and the love for our Caribbean People. For Information and updates click on the link below. 

http://wiadcacarnival.org/sample-page/

2. So Fly Brooklyn presents So Brooklyn Fly Shop & Pop

at Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation 

Free Admission, Music, Food and More. Below is two links please make to click on the links for Dates, Time and Updates. 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/so-fly-brookylyn-pop-up-shop-tickets-47678101485

http://restorationplaza.org

3. A Summer Movie Under The Stars.

Long Meadow North at Prospect Park.

Live Entertainment 

Make sure to click on the link below for Dates,Time, and Updates

https://www.prospectpark.org

https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/free_summer_movies

4. The 69th Precinct Community Council 

America's Night Against Crime Seaview Park

Free Giveaways, Live Performance, Back to School Supplies, Face Painting and Drinks

Click on the link for Date, Time and Updates

https://natw.org/about

5. Panorama Competition

Brooklyn Museum Grounds 

http://wiadcacarnival.org/event/panorama-competition/;

6. Roots @ The Junction 2018

Live Performance, Entertainment for Children, Face painting, and More. Make Sure to Click on the Link for Time, Dates and Updates. 

http://www.exploreflatbush.com

7. The 73rd Precinct Community Council 

National Night Out Against Crime

at Betsy Head Park Festival 

https://natw.org/about

https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/betsy-head-memorial-playground

8. Free Roller Skating 

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Monday-Friday

3:30-6:00 pm. Click on the Link below for Dates, Time and Updates

free roller skating brooklyn bridge park pier 2

9. The Office of Brooklyn Borough Present 

Presents its Summer Lunchtime

Jazz Concerts Friday from 12:00to 1:30 pm. 

Click on the Link Below for Dates, Time and Updates

http://www.brooklyn-usa.org/event/summer-lunchtime-jazz-concerts/2018-07-06/

10. Friday Night Fire Works

Light Up Your Friday Nights 

Show begins at 9:30PM.

Coney Island Boardwalk 

Click on the Link below for Dates, Time and Updates

https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2018/06/22/coney-island-friday-night-fireworks

11. Free Summer Movies

Click on the Links Below for Date, Time and Updates.

https://www.facebook.com/events/263300287577170/

https://www.nycgo.com/articles/free-summer-movies

12.Atlantic Antic 

September 23, 2018

A Street Festival Held Every Year in Brooklyn

Click on the Link Below for Date, Time and Updates.

http://atlanticave.org

13. Brownsville Heritage House Jazz 2018

July 21-August 18, 2018 

http://www.brownsvilleheritagehouse.org/apps/calendar/showMonth?calID=5248796&year=2018&month=7

Easter Eggs Hunts and Parades in Brooklyn

                     

  Here comes Peter Cottontail, Hopping down the Bunny Trail, Hippitty Hopping; Easter's on its way!

It's that time of year, Easter Egg Hunts and Parades. One of the best way to celebrate with kids is to attend one of Brooklyn's treat filled egg hunts and parades. 

1. Easter Egg Hunt-Marine Park

Sat, March 19 

Free

State Sen. Marty Golden host this annual egg hunt for families at the Marine Park. 

http://mommypoppins.com/event/annual-easter-egg-hunt-0

2. Easter Egg Hunt-Gravesend

Saturday March 12, 2016 1:00-3:00 pm 

Rain Date March 13, 2016 -1:00-3:00 pm.

$5 per child

Bring a bag or basket and hunt for candy at Our Lady Of Grace Church. $5 to have your picture taken with the easter bunny.

easter egg hunt gravesend brooklyn

3. Skipkids Spring Party & Eggstravaganza-South Slope

Sunday March 20

$5 per person

Greenwood Park Beer Garden for this rain-or-shine Easter shindig. In addition to the hunt, there will be live entertainment, arts&crafts and food provided by The Greenwood Park Kitchen.

skipkids spring party and eggstravaganza

4. Easter Egg Hunt Weekend-Floyd Bennett Field

Thursday March 24-Sunday March 27, 2016

 $8

If you missed Aviator Sports Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, don't miss Egg hunt and spring farm adventure. Admission lets children hunt eggs, take a photo with Whiskers the bunny, embark on a hayride, ride the giant hayride slide and more There are additional fees for the petting zoo and pony rides.

http://www.aviatorsports.com/green-meadow-farms-easter-egg-hunt-aviator/

5. Pitkin Ave Easter Day Parade and the Great Egg Hunt-Brownsville

March 26, rain date April2, 2016

FREE

Parade 11:30 am,  at Zion Triangle

Egg Hunt 12:30-4:00 pm Betsy Head Field

http://pitkinavenue.nyc

6. Annual Easter Egg Hunt-Bayridge

Saturday March 26

FREE

State Sen. Marty Golden host another outdoor egg hunt for Brooklyn families, this time at Shore Road Park

http://mommypoppins.com/event/annual-easter-egg-hunt-1

7. Brooklyn Boulder Easter Egg Hunt-Gowanus

Saturday March 26, 2016

$20

Hunt through the nooks and crannies of this awesome rock climbing gym. This is the most athletic egg hunt out there and will force kid ages 4-12 to search low and high. Every child goes home with a Brooklyn Boulder tote bag. 

http://brooklynboulders.com/blog/easter-egg-hunt-brooklyn-boulders/

8. McGolrick Egg Hunt-Greenploint

Saturday March 16, 2016

$15

Enjoy live music, Spring themed crafts and face time with Easter Bunny, then search for more than 500 eggs hidden in the grass at the pretty Greenpoint McGolrick Park.  Bring your own basket and buy tickets on-line to avoid lines and getting shut out. The hunt moves indoor in case of rain. 

http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2016/03/26/mcgolrick-egg-hunt-2016

Make sure to click on the links for more information on these events. 

Must Do Holiday Events in Brooklyn

It's the most wonderful time of the year.  Holidays are here and I have a couple of places in Brooklyn to visit, from tree lighting, where to take the best picture with old St. Nick and the best holiday show.



Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting in 2015-

1. Shore Road Park Christmas Lighting -Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Wednesday Dec 2, 2015
Free
State Sen. Martin Golden kicks off the festive evening at Shore Road Park, which includes Hot Chocolate, small gifts from Santa and the tree lighting. Revelers are encouraged to bring a donation for Toys for Tots.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2015/12/02/shore-road-park-tree-lighting

2. 10th Annual Dumbo Holiday Tree Lighting- Dumbo, Brooklyn
Thursday Dec 3, 2015
Free
Pearl Street Triangle for an evening of entertainment, including excerpts from The Gelsey Kirkland Ballot's Nut Cracker, steele drums by Jah Pan, hot chocolate, a visit and photo with santa and caroling.
Guest are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy appropriate for children 14 and younger in support of the Big Brooklyn Holiday Toy Drive.
http://dumbo.is/blogging/10th-annual-holiday-tree-lighting-is-december-3/http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2015/12/02/shore-road-park-tree-lighting

3.McKinley Park Christmas Tree Lighting-Dyker Heights, Brooklyn
Thursday Dec 3, 2015
Free
Hosted by State Sen. Martin Golden, who's joined by jolly old St. Nick. Enjoy hot chocolate as Santa distibutes a small gift to each child.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/mckinley-park/events/2015/12/03/christmas-tree-lighting-ceremony

4. Atlantic Ave-Boerum Hill, Brooklyn
Friday Dec 4, 2015
Free
Watch the christmas tree at the Belarusian church light up while enjoying complimentary treats and performances by local Public School students. Santa on hand to hear kid's wish list.
http://atlanticave.org/treelighting/

5. Carroll Park-Carroll Garden, Brooklyn
Friday Dec 4, 2015
Free
Community Organization's the Court Street Merchant's Association and friends of Carroll Garden Park host this annual illumination. Santa helps flip the switch and there is food and fun in the Park House near the play ground. Canned goods and non perishables are collected for donation for @City Harvest.

6. 9th Annual Columbia Waterfront District Tree Lighting
Friday Dec 11, 2015
Take your picture with old St. Nick, refreshment from local restaurant, live music by Afro Latineers. Bring your kids for a surprise from Santa.
http://www.carrollgardensassociation.com/9th-annual-community-tree-lighting/

7. Fort Greene Park Holiday Tree Lighting-Fort Greene, Brooklyn
Free
Sunday Dec 6, 2015
Join friends, neighbors, the Fort Greene Park Conservancy and Santa Claus for an evening of caroling with free hot chocolate and holiday cheers.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/fort-greene-park/events/2015/12/06/2015-fort-greene-park-holiday-tree-lighting

8. Grand Army Plaza Menorah Lighting-Park Slope
Free
Sunday Dec6 through Tuesday Dec 13, 2015.
The Menorah is lit and revelers enjoy hot latkes, gifts for children and live music.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/holiday-lightings

9.Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting-Midtown East
Free
Wednesday Dec 2, 2015
http://heavy.com/news/2015/11/rockefeller-center-christmas-tree-2015-lighting-performers-go-up-hours-come-down-history/

10. Pitkin Ave 6th Annual Tree Lighting at Zion Triangle- Brownsville, Brooklyn
Free
Friday Dec 4, 2015
Old St. Nicks, hot cocoa and cupcakes, music, caroling, special guest and more.
http://pitkinavenue.nyc/

11. Bedford Stuyvesant Third Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony-Bedford Stuyvesant
Free
Wednesday Dec 3, 2015, 6 pm.
West Plaza of Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration
Photos with Santa, christmas gifts and more. Music will be provided by Grammy Award Winning Artist Jeff Redd.

12. Lady Moody Triangle Tree Lighting-
Free
Thursday Dec 10, 2015
St. Nicks and State Sen. Martin Golden. Hot chocolate, caroling and a special visit from Santa Claus who will bring gifts for the kids.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2015/12/10/christmas-tree-lighting

Best Holiday Shows in Brooklyn

1. A Charlie Brown Christmas- Gowanus Canal
Friday Dec 11, 2015- Sunday Dec 27, 2015
After years of performing this family favorite at the now closed Brooklyn Lyceum, the show moves to a huge brand new venue. thew Redwood Studios for its 7th annual run.
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2433028

2. Annie- Flatbush, Brooklyn
Tuesday Dec 15-Sunday Dec 20, 2015
This revival is helmed by Martin Charninn the show's lyricist and original Broadway director and is playing at Brooklyn recently re-opened King's Theatre.
http://www.kingstheatre.com/search-results?indexCatalogue=main%2Dsearch&searchQuery=annie&wordsMode=0

Ice Skating Rinks

1. Rockefeller Center-
https://therinkatrockcenter.com/

2. Central Park-
http://www.nycgovparks.org/facilities/iceskating/4

3. LeFrak Center Lakeside- Prospect Park
Hours, rate and skate rental vary. Click on the link for updates.
https://www.prospectpark.org/visit-the-park/places-to-go/lefrak-center-lakeside/


Best Places To Take Pictures with Santa.

1. Items of Interest- Park Slope, Brooklyn
Friday Nov 2 through Wednesday Dec 23, 2015
Visit website for complete schedule and to make an appointment.
http://www.itemsofinterest.com/santa/

2. Sinter Klass at Wyckoff Farm House Museum- East Flatbush, Brooklyn
Sunday Dec 6, 2015 1pm-4 pm.
http://wyckoffmuseum.org/events/

3. Kings Plaza- Mill Basin, Brooklyn
http://www.kingsplazaonline.com/Events/Details/254943


Holiday Train Show-

1. The New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show- Bronx
Nov 21-Jan 18, 2015
http://www.nybg.org/hts15/

2. The New York Historical Society's Seasonal Exhibit Holiday Express Holiday Express, toys and trains from the Jemi Collection- New york
http://www.nyhistory.org/exhibitions/holiday-express-toys-and-trains-jerni-collection-0

3. The Annual Holiday Train Show- New York Transit Museum Gallery- Grand Central Terminal, Vanderbilt Hall
http://www.nycgo.com/events/holiday-train-show-at-grand-central-terminal1


Make sure to click on the link of your choice for schedule and prices.
                                   

                                         

Have a Safe and Happy Holiday

Let the Summer Fun begin, 2015 things to do in Brooklyn.

June in Brooklyn can't be beat. Kids are out of school, festivals, street fairs, block parties are beginning and the weather is warm.

1. Make Music New York: Make Music New York is a live, free musical celebration on Sunday June 21, the longest day of the year, with over 1,300 concerts on the streets, sidewalks, and parks across the five borough. http://makemusicny.org/

2. BAM Theater: (Brooklyn Academy of Music) is a multi-arts center located in Brooklyn. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas-engaging in both global and local communities. With world-renowned programming in the theater, dance, music, opera, film and much more, BAM show cases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.  http://www.bam.org/about

3. BargeMusic: Bargemusic Classic Music Concerts, Bargemusic presents great music up to five days a week, every week of the year. Walk across the gang plank of a renovated coffee barge into a wonderfully intimate wood-paneled room with thrilling views of lower Manhattan and excellent acoustics. New York City's Floating Concert Hall http://www.bargemusic.org/

4. Brooklyn Renegade Crafts Fair: Renegade Craft Fair is the world largest premier DIY craft market place, showcasing a curated selection of the best and brightest in the Indie craft and design community. http://www.renegadecraft.com/newyork

5. Brooklyn Bridge Park: A fabulous park straddling Dumbo and Brooklyn Heights, there's always something interesting going on at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Check their schedule for events 

http://www.brooklynbridgepark.org/

6. Brooklyn Cyclones Season Opens: For schedule and tickets
 http://www.brooklyncyclones.com/tickets/season/

7. Brooklyn Film Festival: The 2015 Brooklyn Film Festival will take place May 29-June 7, 2015. The 2015 edition is themed "Illuminate" http://www.brooklynfilmfestival.org/

8. Brooklyn Kids Film Fest: Kids Film Fest, an exciting initiative of the Brooklyn Film Festival, presents programs of films tailored for children of all ages. http://www.brooklynfilmfestival.org/

9. Brooklyn Museum: Target First Saturday. Join them for Target First Saturday and enjoy engaging and eclectic free art and entertainment programs every month, from 5-11 

pm. http://www.brooklynmuseum.org/visit/first_saturdays.php

10. Brooklyn Pride Parade and Festival: June 8-13, 2015
http://brooklynpride.org/

11. Celebrate Brooklyn: Celebrate Brooklyn, the popular concert series, known for its eclectic programming, great music, local audiences and $3 admission fee. http://bricartsmedia.org/performing-arts/celebrate-brooklyn

12. Leffert House and Audobon Center (Prospect Park): Lefferts House, a wonderful historic house that's both a landmark and a Children's Museum, offers educational programs for children. Both are located in Prospect Park. http://www.prospectpark.org/visit-the-park/places-to-go/lefferts-historic-house/

13. Coney Island Mermaid Parade: June 20, 2015 at 1 pm. Coney Island Mermaid Parade is the largest art parade in the nation. A celebration of ancient mythology and honky-tonk rituals of the seaside.
http://www.coneyisland.com/programs/mermaid-parade

14. Coney Island Weekend Fireworks: Beach fireworks shoots off at 9;30 pm-10;45 pm every Fridaynight durning season, starting last weekend in June and concludes the Friday before Labor Day. http://www.coneyisland.com/tourist-information

15. Free Outdoor Summer Movies: Over 70 outdoor films are schedule to screen in Brooklyn between June and Sept 2015. Some film festivals run only six weeks, other from May-Sept. http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/free_summer_movies

16. Northside Festival: June 8-14, 2015. Northside celebrates the artists and thinkers moving us forward. They're talking 400 bands, 150 speakers and 50 films spread over seven days, each custom curated for the music, innovation and film enthusiast. http://www.northsidefestival.com/

17. Open Studio Tour: Arts in Bushwick. Founded in 2007, Arts in Bushwick is an all volunteer organization that serves and engages artists and other neighborhood resides through creative accessibility and community organization. http://artsinbushwick.org/

                                                                                                     


18. R&B Festival at Metro Tech" Free outdoor summer concert series outdoors in Downtown Brooklyn. http://www.bam.org

19. Red Hook Jazz Festival: 8th annual Red Hook Jazz Festival June 14-21, 2015

                                                                                                       

20. Afro Punk Festival: August 22-23, 2015 Commodore Park http://afropunkfest.com/

21. Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival: 50 Kent st in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. June 6-11, 2015

http://www.bkhiphopfestival.com/2015-brooklyn-hip-hop-festival-dates-are-here/

22. The Martin Luther King Jr. concert series:  July 21- August 19, 2015. Concert series offers free R&B and Gospel music. The concert takes place during the month of July and August at Wingate Field, opposite Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn. http://www.brooklynconcerts.com/mlk.html

23. The Brooklyn Music Festival: August 8, 2015. Location at a later date.

24. Summer Stage: Free shows, which happens at different city parks. It's an expanded Summer Stage season this year as well, running May 18,-Oct 4, 2015 with 140 free shows.
http://www.cityparksfoundation.org/summerstage/

25. The Kings County fair of Brooklyn: May 14-25, 2015. Brooklyn's most popular family event returns to Aviator Sports & Events Center, located at Floyd Bennett Field. This community event will once again include a variety of rides and games for kids of all ages. http://www.thekingscountyfair.com/

26. Family Performance Festival: June 21- September 6, 2015,Central Park. Every Sunday at 12 pm. Each summer, the Conservancy host a series of eco-education and multicultural performances for the whole family to enjoy. http://www.centralparknyc.org/about/programs/family-performance-festival.html

It's The Most Wonderful Time of The Year in Brooklyn!

   

Holiday Market and Tree Lighting in Brooklyn 

Dyker  Heights Christmas Light: Friday November 28, 2014. Day after Thanksgiving.

For Visitors Information click on the link, https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dyker-Heights-Christmas-Lights/149275121790027?fref=ts

Display of Christmas Lights in this tiny Italian Neighborhood. Christmas decoration along about half a mile Square deep in Brooklyn. Is become a popular tourist attraction during the holiday season for its elaborate light display. 

 

Holiday Market:

1. Brooklyn Flea:  Saturday & Sunday, November 2014-March 2015, 10 am-6 pm.

                                   1000 Dean St Crown Heights, Brooklyn. 

                  http://brooklynflea.com/markets/winter-flea-holiday-market/

 A Classy Flea Market, Accurate Vintage Market Place that also has booths with Craft and Wonderful Food. 125 Vendors, FREE ADMISSION.

2. Brooklyn Night Bazaar: Friday and Saturday,  7 pm-1 am. 

http://bkbazaar.com/

What better place to listen to live music, Holiday Shopping and eat at the same place. Exotic and increasingly popular in Brooklyn. Have some Wine or Beer, check out the Art Installation, live music 100 Food and Craft Vendors. 

3. Union Square Holiday Market: Nov 20-Dec 24, 2014.
 Bryant Park, 40th to 42nd Street, between 5th and 6th Ave.
http://urbanspacenyc.com/union-square-holiday-market/

Over 100 merchants are on hand to bring you the most unique gifts available.
Monday-Friday, 11 am-8 pm
Saturday, 10 am- 8 pm
Sunday 11 am-7 pm
                                   

4. Bust Magazine Craftacular and Food Fair Holiday 2014: Friday & Saturday December 6 & 7 2014, from 11 am-7 pm. Brooklyn Expo Center 79 Franklin St, Greenpoint, Brooklyn. http://bust.com/craftacular/bust-craftacular-home.html

Over 200 vendors will participate in their two-day holiday extravaganza. The best craft, handmade, vintage and tasty treat vendors to their brand new space in the vibrant heart of Greenpoint, Brooklyn for their 9th Bust Holiday  Craftacular New York!

5. Build it Green! NYC: Craft on the Canal Fair & Party Gowanus. December 6-7, 2014. From 10 am-5 pm at 69th  9th Street in Gowanus.http://www.bignyc.org/crafted-at-the-canal

It host local artists and feature interesting items that are off-the-grid for most major department store or main stream stores. Re-use items, Fair Trade Items, Hand and Home Made Items.

6. Artists & Fleas Williamsburg Holiday Market: Saturday November 29-Sunday December 26, 2014. 70 North Street Between, Kent and Wythe Ave. http://www.artistsandfleas.com/

Founder Any Abrams and Ronen Gilmer will again curate a special holding theme version of their weekend market, now featuring more than 100 vendors inside their Williamsburg space. Boasting Sellers, Artists, Makers & Collectors, enjoy free gift wrapping station. Tasty Treats, and Christmas Carolers to get you all Warm and Fuzzy.

Tree Lighting:

1. Atlantic Ave Annual Tree Lighting: Friday December 5, 2014, from 6 pm-8 pm. Belarusian Church at 401 Atlantic Ave at Bonds Street. http://atlanticave.org/category/2014-holiday-events/

Special Performance Rolie Polie Guacamole and Children from P.S. 38 and P.S. 261. Festive treats from Avenue merchants.
*Bring a Wrapped toy for Annual Children's Toy Drive*  indicate age and Boy /Girl.

2. Fort Greene Park: Sunday December 7, 2014, 4 pm.
Corner of Myrtle Ave and Washington Park, http://www.myrtleavenue.org/holiday-tree-lighting-fort-greene-brooklyn/

Hot Chocolate and Cookies, Holiday Music and Santa Claus.

3. Annual Tree Lighting at McKinley Park: Wednesday December 3, 2014 at 4 pm.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2014/12/03/annual-christmas-tree-lighting

Senator Martin J.Goldman will host this annual tree lighting, with caroling and a visit from Santa Claus.

4. Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Washington Square Park: Wednesday December 10, 2014 from 6-7 pm.  http://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/washington-square-park/events/2014/12/10/annual-christmas-tree-lighting

This sparkling lights on the resplendent tree will be turned on to mark the beginning of festive winter evenings. Santa Claus himself has promised to appear and lead the children in the illumination countdown. The Washington Square Association provides complimentary songbooks.

5. Christmas Tree Lighting in Shore Road Park: Monday December 8, 2014 *Rain Date December 9*, 6:30 pm. 90th Street & Shore Parkway and Parkway, Brooklyn.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2014/12/08/christmas-tree-lighting-in-shore-road-park1

It's the most wonderful time of the year when Bay Ridge, Brooklyn comes together to welcome the Christmas Tree Lighting in Shore Road PArk.

6. Christmas Tree Lighting in Owl's Head Park: Tuesday December 2, 2014. *Rain Date Wednesday December 3, 2014* 7 pm. Owl's Head Park House, Colonial Rd, 68 Street Brooklyn, New York 11220 http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2014/12/02/christmas-tree-lighting-in-owls-head-park

7. Pitkin Avenue Tree Lighting at Zion Triangle: Thursday December 4, 2017 from 5-7 pm. Pitkin Ave and East New York,  Brownsville, Brooklyn
https://www.facebook.com/pitkinbid?fref=nf

Fun and Open to the Public!
Santa Claus, Hot Cocoa & Cupcakes, Music & Caroling, Special Guest and More!


Make sure to click on the links for more Info.


                                     

Halloween in New York City!

It's the most Frightening, Scary, Spooky, Creepy, Ghastly, Goulish, Grisley. Wonderful Time of The Year!  Halloween in New York City!

1. Haunted House at Brownsville Brooklyn: October 30-31, 2014, from 6:00 PM-8:30 PM. http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2014/10/30/halloween-haunted-house-at-brownsville

                                           Brownsville Play Ground 

                                           1555 Linden Boulevard

                                            Brooklyn, New York

2. Ghost Doctors Ghost Tours in New York City: Tours will last approximately an hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours. Book your tour early as it fills up quickly. http://ghostdoctors.com/TOURS.html

3. Halloween Parade and Pumpkin Float: October 26, 2014. 3:30-6:30 PM. 

                            Central Park, Charles A. Dana Discovery Center

                              110th Street, between 5th and Lenox Avenues

4. Pumpkin Day: October 4, 2014, 12:00-2:00 PM. $10 per kid!

 http://www.townsquareinc.com/#!calendar/cr0o

                             McCarren Park 

                        Greenpoint, Brooklyn

5. Greenpoint Children's Halloween Parade and Party: Saturday October 25, 2014 from 3:00-5:00 PM $10 PP.  http://www.townsquareinc.com/#!calendar/cr0o

                         Polish and Slavic Center, 

                           176 Java Street 

                         Greenpoint, New York 

6. Lola Star's Dreamland Roller Disco: Thriller Halloween Extravaganza, Michael Jackson Skate Party.  FOR TICKET INFORMATION 

http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2014/10/10/lola-stars-dreamland-roller-disco-thriller-halloween-extravaganza-michael-jackson-skate-party Guest most be 21 and over.

            Lefrak Center at LakeSide in Prospect Park.

                      171 East Drive

                    Brooklyn, New York

7. Ghouls and Gourds Costume Parade 2014: October 25, 2014, 12:00-5:30 PM.

http://www.bbg.org/visit/event/ghouls_and_gourds_2014

                   Brooklyn Botanic Garden

                     150 Eastern Parkway

                    Brooklyn, New York 

Kids under 12 Free/ Rain or Shine.

8. The 16th Annual Great Pupkin Dog Costume Contest; Saturday October 25, 2014 11:00 AM. 

http://www.fortgreenepups.org/site_2009/php/fgp.php?page=news&item=upcoming

                        Fort Greene Monument Plaza

                           Fort Greene, Brooklyn

RAIN DATE Sunday October 26, 2014. 

Face painting, Hay Rides and Free Pumpkins. 

This is the largest Dog Costume Contest in Brooklyn. 

9. Brooklyn Bridge Park Harvest: October 25, 2014,  10:30 AM-1:00 PM. 

http://www.brooklynbridgepark.org/events/harvest-festival

                         Pier 6 Off Joralemon Street. 

                            Brooklyn, New York

10. Halloween in Prospect Park: Multiple Events, October 25-26, 2014. 

http://www.prospectpark.org/calendar/event/halloween-14

11. Luna Park Halloween Harvest: Every Wednesday through October 26, 2014, 12:00 PM-8:00 PM.

http://www.prospectpark.org/calendar/event/halloween-14

                                      Luna park 

                                  1000 Surf Ave

                                Coney Island, Brooklyn

12. 8th Annual Halloween Midnight Boat Ride: October 31, 2014 at 11:00 PM. Get your tickets at

 http://www.eventbrite.com/e/8th-annual-halloween-midnight-boat-ride-tickets-12951840303?aff=es2&rank=7  21 and Over!

                                      Sheryll Princess

                         Pier 8 Emmons Ave and East 21St

                               Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn

13. Halloween Massive: October 31, 2014, 7:00 PM.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/00004D25B68E3D5B?brand=barclays&camefrom=CFC_BARCLAYS_CTR_BOOEB 

Featuring Knife Party, DJ Snake, Tommy Trash, Tchami, Milo and Otis 

                                      The Barclay Center

                                      620 Atlantic Ave

                                   Brooklyn, New York 11217

14. Halloween Parade and Harvest Festival: Oct 31, 2014, 3:30 PM.
Costume Contest, Music, Pumpkin Carving.
Parade starts at Mother Gaston Blvd and Pitkin Ave and ends at Zion Triangle (Legion St and Pitkin Ave) in Brownsville Brooklyn.