ROCKAWAY SWING BEACH PARTY IS BACK
After a long break, we are bringing this beloved annual tradition of joy, music, and dancing back to the famous Rockaway boardwalk. Join us for a full day of surf, sun, style, and swing!
-- EVENT DETAILS --
Saturday, July 26th from 11am to 9pm
(weather permitting — no rain date)
Beach 97 Concession (same spot as before)
97-01 Shore Front Pkwy, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
Admission: FREE (suggested donation $10)
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-- ITINERARY --
Surf Hang at 11am
Paddle out to start the day! If you are a beginner, the crew at Skudin Surf (Beach 67th St) is on hand to guide y'all and share the stoke. Please DM Oleg directly if interested in lessons.
Afternoon Beach Picnic Hang at Beach 97th
Chill, mingle, swim, spike ball, and fuel up for the evening. Bring snacks, water, and your best beach vibes! (contact point: Seth Harris)
Swing Dance Party at Beach 97 begins at 4pm
Music by DJ Andrius and DJ Jivin’ Jesse
Live Music (4:30–8pm / 3 sets)
ROCKAWAY ALL-STARS
Eyal Vilner ('nuff said)
Josh Holcomb (Lucky Chops & a Rockaway local)
Members of The Hot Toddies (Ian Hutchison & Patrick Soluri)
Max O'Rourke, guitar
Plus special guest singers!
Expect infectious swing, soulful brass, and feel-good rhythms!
* Sunset Swimsuit Revue & Dance Jam
Celebrate the golden hour with vintage beach looks (organized by Raissa Bretaña)
SUPPORT THE EVENT
This event is FREE and open to all, but we strongly encourage everyone who attends to donate at least $10 to support our live musicians and performers.
We’ll have Venmo & Zelle QR codes at the event, or click button below to donate via GOTHAM JAZZ INC and specify is for “Rockaway Surf & Stomp”… any donations over $50 are tax deductible!
Bring your sturdy outdoor dancing shoes. Don your finest vintage or retro beachwear, your drippiest cruise wear, coastal grandma linens, or just come as your best self! We can't wait to see you at the beach!
presented by PROHIBITION PRODUCTIONS (Patrick Soluri) and BUST YA KONK (Oleg Greshkovich)