It’s almost July 4th! For the last two years, the Macy’s fireworks were shot from barges close to the Brooklyn Bridge, but this year the barges are closer to North Brooklyn and Long Island City. We’re excited because Greenpoint and Williamsburg will be the best places to view the fireworks in all of Brooklyn. Here are some […]
Where to watch the 4th of July fireworks in Brooklyn, 2015
This year, Macy’s will be having fireworks at two separate locations: 1.) a double barge barge just south of the Brooklyn Bridge, and 2.) at a series of barges between East 23rd and 42nd Streets. Unlike last year, where it was hard to see much of anything from North Brooklyn, the Williamsburg and Greenpoint waterfront […]
Farm on Kent to host July 4th event and begin outdoor dinner series this month
Starting this month, Williamsburg’s Farm on Kent will begin hosting events on the lot adjacent to the Domino Sugar Factory, at South Fourth and North Kent. The first event is this Saturday, as visitors are encouraged to come watch the fireworks beside the East River and Williamsburg Bridge: We’ve been spreading soil and plants throughout […]
Brooklyn Barge Bar finally opening for ticketed event on July 4
After multiple delays in June, Greenpoint’s Brooklyn Barge Bar will finally open next weekend with a ticketed July 4th event. Tickets are pricey — a whopping $125. Um, welcome to the neighborhood. But at least that includes drinks, dinner, and a decent view. Brooklyn Barge Bar will be hosting a ticketed event for fireworks viewing on July […]
Where to Spend July 4 in Brooklyn
The 2012 Crif Dog Classic (Roberta’s in Bushwick) Anything Nathans can do Crif Dog can do better, or so we’ll see, as “NYC’s #1 weiner” joint (with locations on St. Marks and Williamsburg) raises the flag on their own July 4th celebration. The Crif Dog Classic is a bit of a backyard roast for Takeru […]