Hello Astoria!
Summer is officially here! The annual fireworks show is on Thursday, Astoria Pool is reopening this weekend, and it's also Election Day tomorrow — so don't forget to make a plan to vote if you haven't already. Once you've done your civic duty, we've got plenty of neighborhood events to help you make the most of the week!
In case you missed our roundup of voting info and recommendations last week, you can check it out here, or join the conversation on our Instagram post.
Local Gossip:
- Election Day is this Tuesday, June 23! Check out our voting guide (but be sure to do your own research) and head to the polls!
- Astoria Pool officially opens for the season on Saturday, June 27!
- Missing a bird? Someone found a feathered friend in the neighborhood.
- Fresco's Grand Cantina on 31st Street will sadly close its doors on Sunday, July 5. The 31st Avenue location will remain open.
- There is a free sourdough bread tasting on Tuesday, June 23, from 3:30–7:30pm in front of Sac's Place. Stop by to sample fresh breads, focaccia, and ciabatta.
- Ever wanted to try longsword fencing? A beginner-friendly group is forming for a class on Sunday, June 28, at Unlimited Body near Ditmars. No experience or equipment required!
- Keep an eye out around Astoria Park next week—"Dexter" is reportedly filming near Astoria Boulevard and Marquee Astoria around June 29.
- A colorful new mural has appeared beneath the Ditmars station, and neighbors say it may have been painted by students from Frank Sinatra School of the Arts.
- This month marks the 25th anniversary of Astoria's Father's Day Fire, which claimed the lives of three FDNY firefighters just months before 9/11. Some photos from the event can be found here.
Featured Astorian
Hassan is a NYC-based drag singer/songwriter. As a native New Yorker, Hassan has always had a passion for bringing the community together with their performances and advocacy. Their EP- After the Flowers, available on all streaming platforms, highlights their journey into queerness and was turned into a documentary.
They have also been featured in Bright Vignettes, a documentary highlighting the first ever Astoria Pride.
You can find Hassan every Wednesday at Kween and follow them on Instagram at @hassanintheworld
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Cheers,
Angelina & Stacey
This week in Astoria
Monday, June 22, 2026
Summer Solstice: Reiki + Reflection
7:45pm, Sacred Space Astoria, @sacredspace_astoria, Cost: $40
Celebrate the longest day of the year with a restorative reiki healing with Kim. Supported by Reiki, life force energy, Kim will lead you through a guided meditation while you reflect on the changing of seasons and welcome the fiery energy of the sun to move forward.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Astoria Bookshop's "Story Time" for New Parents & Caregivers: Stephanie Fairyington
11:30am, The Astoria Bookshop, @astoriabookshop
A place to talk about parenthood/caring for small humans and meet others in the same boat. This month, Brooklyn writer Stephanie Fairyington reads from her new memoir Ugly: A Letter to My Daughter.
Raising Astoria Dads Book Club
7:30pm, TBD, @raisingastorianyc
Reading The Odyssey - Books 1-12 - Emily Wilson's translation.
Trivia Tuesday
8pm, The Bonnie, @zoehoststrivia @thebonniebar @nyctrivialeague
Trivia is every Tuesday at 8pm at The Bonnie! Free to play and tons of fun. Great food and drinks!
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Jest Kidding! Comedy Show
7:30pm, QED Astoria, @carlosdoestheworld, @JestKiddingComedy, Cost: $10
The Jest Kidding! Comedy Show returns to Q.E.D. Astoria for another unforgettable night of stand-up comedy. Now in our 6th year, Jest Kidding! has become a favorite destination for comedy fans looking to catch some of NYC's funniest comics in an intimate room where every seat feels close to the action. Join us Wednesday, June 24th at 7:30 PM for a lineup that's brighter than a Pride parade and way less likely to leave glitter in your apartment.
FREE Cannavita Yoga Nights
7:30pm, Cannavita Astoria, @cannavitadispensary, @vlm_yoga_nyc, @ovonoagency
Join for an evening of yoga, relaxation, and community in the heart of Astoria. The class is free, but donations are encouraged and go to the instructor. Bring your own mat. Space is limited. RSVP to confirm!
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Studio Ghibli, VGM, & Anime Jazz w/ Eternal Wind Ensemble
7pm, Rewind NYC, @eternalwindmusic
Hear your favorite Studio Ghibli, anime, video game, and Hans Zimmer scores reimagined through live jazz. Eternal Wind Ensemble will perform music from Spirited Away, Cowboy Bebop, The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy, Dune, and more in an intimate Long Island City setting.Tickets are $15 (plus fees) with a two-drink minimum. Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 7:30pm.
Dyke Night
7pm, Heart of Gold, @astoria_lesbian_book_club @heartofgoldastoria
Calling all local sapphics! Celebrate the Thursday before NYC Pride Weekend at Heart of Gold for their monthly Dyke Night.
Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Show
7:30pm, Astoria Park
Join us on Thursday, June 25th for our Independence Day celebration! Featuring Allyson Briggs + Dan Gabel and their 18 piece big band! Taking place at Astoria Park Great Lawn at 7:30pm. Afterwards, a spectacular fireworks show at sundown!
Raising Astoria Presents: Moms Night Out Board Game Edition
7:30pm, Bar Dalia, @raisingastorianyc
Bring your favorite board game and meet some other moms! (All parents welcome!)
World Cup U.S. Soccer Watch Party: Turkiye vs. USMNT
10pm, Rivercrest, @ao_qns
The World Cup is here, and Rivercrest is your U.S. match day headquarters! Don’t watch alone—join the American Outlaws Queens chapter at Rivercrest for U.S. soccer watch parties: BIG SCREEN projector, multiple TVs, SOUND UP loud, and HAPPY HOUR pricing, including Guinness!
Friday, June 26, 2026
☀️ Summer Tag Sale — June 26–28 ☀️
10am, Showplace, @nyshowplace
Looking to score some unique finds? Showplace is hosting a three-day summer tag sale featuring furniture, home décor, artwork, vintage treasures, fashion, accessories, and more. New inventory will be added throughout the weekend, so there's plenty to browse.
PRIDE: Rainbow Making Salon
6pm, Sacred Space Astoria, @sacredspace_astoria, Cost: $15
We're celebrating Pride Month and the last day of public school with an evening of color, creativity, and community. Our studio will transform into a rainbow-filled crafting space where EVERYONE is invited to create, connect, and express themselves.
Pride FundRAGER
6pm, Medusa Art Studios & Event Space, @tiffanycaban
3rd annual Pride FundRAGER to raise money for the We Got Us organization which is dedicated to fighting fascism and building the strength of working class movements by identifying, training, developing, and *paying* organizers.
StandUpTown at QED Astoria
7:30pm, QED Astoria, @stand_uptown, Cost: $15
Come join us for a lovely Friday June evening! Every month StandUpTown brings you some of NYCs and the country's hottest comics to QED! Sun , Drinks and all of the laughs join us in QED's amazing backyard for a lovely evening in June!
Saturday, June 27, 2026
NYRR Open Run: Astoria Park Pride Runs
8:45am, Astoria Park, @nyrr
Celebrate Pride with Open Run! NYRR participants and volunteers are encouraged to wear rainbow colors!
Music and Belly Dance Performance at Zikrayat Restaurant
10pm, Zikrayat Restaurant, @zikrayatrestaurant
Join us at Zikrayat this Saturday for another unforgettable party with two star singers, Eslam Farouk and Hussein Ahmadeh, and a Belly Dance performance by Zhanna. RSVP at (718) 945-7928
Sunday, June 28, 2026
F1 Austrian GP Watch Party
9am, Kitty Sullivan's, @queens.f1racing
We're getting close to the F1 summer break, but there's still plenty of racing ahead! Join us at Kitty Sullivan's for the Austrian GP. Sunday the 23rd - lights out at 9am. Get there early to claim your space and get some breakfast!
Broadway Astoria Summer Jam
10am, Broadway Astoria (From Steinway to 47th Street)
Spend the day at this annual street festival featuring local vendors, handmade goods, antiques, collectibles, live music, rides, games, and plenty of food. It's a great opportunity to shop small, explore the neighborhood, and kick off summer. Free admission.
Crafts & Drafts: Over the Rainbow Kids Art Party
11am, The Greats of Craft - LIC Warehouse, @missjailenn
Join Miss Jay at The Greats of Craft - LIC Warehouse for an afternoon of rainbow themed crafts! Join us for a relaxed, open-house style kids craft event - designed for ages 2 and up. There will be FIVE stations to choose from!
St. Francis Academy 75th Anniversary Celebration
1pm, Bohemian Beer Garden, @Civic.Noise.Events, @sfacaastoria
Celebrate 75 years of St. Francis Academy at this family-friendly fundraiser featuring live music, kids activities, games, raffle baskets, alumni surprises, and food and drinks. Proceeds will support much-needed infrastructure upgrades at the academy. Both adult and children's tickets include some food and drinks, and are available now on Eventbrite.
Jack and the Beanstalk: A Music Adventure
3pm, Culture Lab LIC, Eat the Peadies, @culturelablic
A playful, interactive concert retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, with live piano bringing each character to life as audiences listen, imagine, and join in. Created for ages 3-10, the 30-minute show includes pre- and post-show activities, with tickets starting at $15 and rates based on family size.
Make sure to confirm all event details with the organizers!
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