Good afternoon, Astoria!
The weather is heating up, the Knicks are heating up, and "Knicks in 4!" might as well be Astoria's official slogan right now!
With the Astoria Carnival packed up for another year, we're officially kicking off Astoria summer season. If you're not watching the game at your favorite local bar, you're probably looking for a way to cool off (please don't make that Hallet's Cove). Hang tight — Astoria Park Pool is almost open!
Until then, we've got plenty of events and local happenings to keep you busy this week. Scroll on for the latest!
Local Gossip:
- Mayor Mamdani was spotted at both Rivercrest and Murphy's during Saturday's Knicks game.
- Burmese Bites is moving into 38-01 31st Ave, according to a recent social media post.
- Several people were spotted swimming in Hallet's Cove... Astoria Park Pool can't open soon enough.
- Parkside Panini is officially open at the north end of Astoria Park.
- Astoria Coffee shared that former President Bill Clinton recently popped by for lunch.
- A colorful public piano titled “Music Heals Us” by local artist Talisa Alamonte was spotted in Astoria Park — yesterday was its last day in the park before it gets moved to its permanent home.
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A new herb and flower garden has been spotted on 31st Ave/31st street, and we're here for it!
- Krave It's Ditmars location has been dark for a while now — anyone know what's going on?
- A drone was spotted flying between buildings near Astoria Blvd and Crescent. Any theories?
Cheers,
Angelina
This week in Astoria
Monday, June 8, 2026
Adult Spelling Bee at QED
7:30pm, QED, @qedastoria
Put your spelling skills to the test in this adults-only competition hosted by comedian Calvin Cato and QED owner Hannah Lieberman. Compete for prizes, including the Queen Bee grand prize from Honey House Apiaries, or cheer from the audience with an $8 spectator ticket.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Cheer, Collect, Connect: USWNT Watch Party & Panini Sticker Swap8:30pm, Rivercrest, @ao_qns
As New York gears up for the 2026 World Cup, join the American Outlaws Queens chapter at Rivercrest for U.S. soccer watch parties. Enjoy BIG SCREEN action WITH SOUND, HAPPY HOUR pricing, and SWAP PANINI STICKERS with fellow fans! Stickers are not for sale; this is a TRADE-ONLY EVENT.
Sunset Power Yoga in the Park
6:30pm, Astoria Park Pool Deck, @giselluna
We're doing it again! Every Tuesday this month, meet us on the Astoria Pool Deck! Flow with your neighbors - expect a power vinyasa yoga flow with a fast-paced flow, intermediate postures (with modifications and options for all skill levels), and balance and core strength challenges. Open to all levels!
Trivia hosted by Matt Archambault
7:30pm, The Wolfhound, @triviacity
Join the 12-week summer season of trivia at The Wolfhound. Packed with great questions, quizzes are scored in online standings with grand prizes awarded in August. Weekly prizes continue as normal throughout.
Summer House Watch Parties
8pm, Oliver's Astoria, @oliversastoria
Summer House Reunion Watch Party! With food specials. Reservations strongly advised, it fills up fast!
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Booze and Build
7:30pm, QED Astoria, @BoozeandBuild
Booze and Build is a place where adults are allowed to be kids again! Enjoy a night of building with Lego-style bricks while grabbing a drink and meeting new people. Includes a building set, competitions, games, and prizes. Great for dates, friends, or solo attendees.
Ages 18+. Admission: $15.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
World Cup Watch Party!
3pm, Oliver's Astoria, @oliversastoria
Watch the World Cup games with us! *limited to games during hours of operation* Food and drink specials!
Sculpt Your Sweetie
6pm, Mostly Good Studios, @mostlygoodstudios
Bring your sweetie (bestie, boyfriend, betrothed, lover) to mostly good studios, for a date night event! Sculpt a portrait bust of one another under the romantic moonlight (studio lights). A silly, flirty, muddy way to have fun! Beginner friendly! One ticket purchase admits 2 people.
Tarot Talk
6:30pm, QNS Collaboratory, @esocleric @qnscollaborative
Tarot Talk is an opportunity for tarot readers of all levels to meet up, exchange readings, learn from others, and find community. Tickets are sliding scale $5-$25
Drink & Draw Tarot
6:30pm, Medusa Art Studios, @medusaartstudios
Create your own Sun tarot card while enjoying wine, beer, or cocktails in this guided drawing workshop. All materials are included, with optional tarot readings available as an add-on. Tickets: $15.
Queens of the Song Age: Kaya Nicole, Kate Keller, Noelle Tannen, Marbrisa
7:30pm, Grove 34, @queensofthesongage @marbrisa.music
An intimate women's music showcase, featuring NYC's finest songwriters in the round in multiple genres. $20 for four songstresses
Henry V for the Illiterate, Inebriated, and Generally American Audience
7:30pm, Court Square Theater, @kjc134 and @thevacc
Shakespeare’s battle epic condensed into a fast-paced one-hour comedy with three actors and a folk band. Running June 11–13. Tickets: $15.
vinnydotcomedy
9pm, QED Astoria, @vinnydotcomedy
A stand-up comedy showcase hosted by Astoria comedian Vinny Seeram. Featuring performers as seen on Comedy Central, Netflix, and more. $10
Friday, June 12, 2026
Sound Bath
7:45pm, Sacred Space Astoria, @sacredspace_astoria
Experience a relaxing sound healing session designed to promote restoration and mindfulness. Bring a yoga mat or rent one on-site. Cost: $35.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Maker’s Day Pop-Up Market
12pm, Side B, 36-12 34th Ave, Astoria, NY 11106, @shop.side.b
Shop local vendors offering handmade crafts, jewelry, desserts, apparel, and more at this community pop-up market. Stop by to support local makers and discover unique goods. Free to attend. Runs from 12–6pm.
Shakedown at The Lot
3–10pm, Culture Lab LIC, @culturelablic
Strangewood and Culture Lab LIC present a free Grateful Dead-inspired mini music festival featuring live sets from Peaceknicks and Corduroy Dancers, plus BBQ by Tikkun BBQ. FREE with RSVP!
Sunday, June 14, 2026
F1 Monaco Grand Prix Watch Party
9am, Kitty Sullivan's, @queens.f1racing
It's the crown jewel of racing! Join us at Kitty Sullivan's for the F1 Monaco Grand Prix. Lights out at 9am, get there early to claim your space. Word on the street is there may be bagels!
Free Pilates/Barre, Yoga & Fitness Challenges at the Destination Ditmars Summer Fest Block Party
11:30am, 23rd Ave between 29th & 31st St, YUG
Join YUG at the Destination Ditmars Summer Fest for free outdoor Pilates/Barre and yoga classes, plus fitness contests with prizes. Events include a Blindfolded Yoga Pose Challenge, Plank Hold Contest, and Pilates Hundreds Endurance Challenge. Free to attend, but registration is required through the MindBody app.
Sweets & Spells Rolling Apothecary
12:30pm, 31st Ave Open Streets outside Loveday31, @khalilsfriends
Browse homemade spiritual goods, local art, tarot readings, and baked treats while supporting mutual aid efforts. Donations and purchases range from $5–$100 and benefit the Zeyara Family in Gaza.
Miss Jay’s Little Artists: Tea Party
3pm, The Ditty: 35-03 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105, @missjailenn
Join Miss Jay with your little artist and their favorite grown-up for Little Artists Tea Party! Inspired by Miss Jay’s childhood “Mommy Daughter Dates” to the local tea house in her hometown, this cozy event celebrates 1:1 time with your child while creating art and enjoying some tea party magic!
The 6th Annual Astoria Pride March
4pm, Albatross Astoria, @albatrossastoria @iconastoria @kweenastoria
Join Astoria Pride for its 6th annual community march celebrating LGBTQ+ pride and visibility! The festivities begin with a pre-party at Albatross from 4–6pm, followed by the march to Icon Bar via Kween at 6pm and an after-party at 7pm (held at Icon Bar). Open to all queer folks and allies. Free to attend. 🌈
Maddie McClouskey and Brandon James Gwinn are Unsupervised (And Gay!) at Singlecut
6pm, Singlecut Tap Room QNS, @singlecutQNS
Celebrate Pride Month with live piano-bar favorites and singalong hits from award-winning performers Maddie McClouskey and Brandon James Gwinn. No cover or minimum purchase required.
Make sure to confirm all event details with the organizers!
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