Events Happening This Week(end) (March 11 – March 13) in and Around Bushwick

That’s right! It’s time for our weekly events round-up.

This week party it up at the Grand Soirée, laugh for a good cause with a comedy show that benefits the Bushwick Emergency Relief Fund, pick up some some dog treats at Two Monsters Pet Shop, sign up for a free self-defense class with at the Mayday Space, celebrate Purim with Sparkle Punk at the Windjammer and sign up for a free, limited space skate sesh that’s hosted by a group called Sk8babes.

Friday, March 11

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The Grand Soirée 

What is it?

Party with all the DJs at the Grand Soirée to celebrate the birthday of Bushwick Grand’s founder Josh, who also goes by the name of “Bushwick Josh.” He’s celebrating it in Williamsburg, however.

Where is it?

Baby’s All Right, 146 Broadway.

When is it?

10 p.m. to 4 a.m.

How much is it?

$15

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A Real Wet Cash Stand-up Show

What is it?

Attend a weekly comedy shows run by Wet Cash NYC which features not only some of the hottest rising stand up comedians in the city, but also free beer. One lucky audience member will also be given real, wet cash during the show. Donations will also be collected for a group called the Bushwick Emergency Relief Fund, an organization that fills food pantries and organizes clothing and voting drives.

Where is it?

Stars Cafe, 247 Wilson Avenue.

When is it?

7:30 p.m.

How much is it?

Free.


Saturday, March 12

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A Two Monsters Pet Shop Pop-Up

What is it?

Join Two Monsters Pet Shop and Mezza’s Munchies and buy up some healthy treats for your furry friend. 

Where is it?

Two Monsters Pet Shop, 792 Onderdonk Ave. 

When is it?

1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

How much is it?

Entrance to the pop-up is free.

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A Free Self-Defense Workshop

What is it?

Take a self- defense class at the Mayday Space that’s being run by Pop Gym, a non profit looking to bring as give out as much free martial arts programming to the city as possible. The basics will be covered, which include stretching, conditioning, technique and theory. Individuals of all skill levels are encouraged and welcome to participate. 

Where is it?

Mayday Space, 176 Saint Nicholas Ave. 

When is it?

2 p.m.

How much is it?

Free. 


Sunday, March 13

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Purim 2022!

What is it?

Purim is a festive Jewish holiday that celebrates the story of Esther and the saving of the Jewish people from Haman and it’s being celebrated in Ridgewood by a group called Sparkle Punk, While there are different depths and variations of holiday observance out there, the main festivities generally include feasting, the telling of the purimstory/miracle, some masquerade, along with gifting and charity. Swing by for a night of celebration, performances, costumes, drag, comedy, burlesque, Hamentashen and more. A portion of proceeds will also benefit City Harvest

Where is it?

The Windjammer Bar, 552 Grandview Ave. 

When is it?

7 p.m. 

How much is it?

Tickets are $15 in advance; $20 at the door. 

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Sunday Skate Sesh @ Vans 

What is it?

All skill levels are welcome at this skate sesh, hosted by by a group called Sk8babes. If new to skating, pull up to the beginners skate clinic that’s 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Raffles, photo booth, vendors, free beverages and more. 

Where is it?

Vans Skate Space 198, 198 Randolph Street.

When is it?

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

How much is it?

Free. 


Featured image taken by Kylie Becker at the Bushwick Collective on Troutman St. between cross streets St. Nicholas Ave. and Cypress Ave. 

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