Weekend Events

Target Free Friday Family Jams
Enjoy the last Target Free Friday Family Jams with a Caribbean style grand finale. Children of all ages can watch some movies, Pete’s Pizza and Doctor De Soto, and afterward partake with Something Positive, a cultural dance group specializing in Afro-Caribbean music and rhythms. Kids present at the event can sign up for a free costume courtesy of Sesame Flyers International. Friday, August 28. 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Brooklyn Children’s Museum.

BID Blood Drive
Did you know that you can save three lives with one pint of blood? You do now! The NYBlood Center is in dire need of blood supply this summer. Stop by the Busmobile near CRUNCH and help donate blood. Perks for donors include a free One Week Membership to CRUNCH and a chance to win a month or one year FREE membership. You can call 718-783-1685 to schedule an appointment to surpass the line. Friday, August 28. 2 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. 330 Flatbush Avenue at Sterling Place, The NY Blood Center Busmobile in front of CRUNCH.

Brooklyn Flea
The Brooklyn Flea takes place in Ft. Greene on Saturday and its historic Brooklyn Bridge location on Sunday. Both locations feature a great mix of vintage, antiques, jewelry, and food. Saturday, August 29. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School, Lafayette Avenue between Clermont and Vanderbilt Avenues. Sunday, August 30. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. In Dumbo, underneath the Brooklyn Bridge at the corner of Water and New Dock Street.

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Hapa Kitchen Luau + Pig Roast
Come and enjoy a pig roast presented by MeanRed and Finger on the Pulse. This food and music event is free but to enjoy the roast, a plate costs $10 which includes one round of beer by Sixpoint Craft Ales. Friday, August 28. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. 388 – 400 Carroll Street btwn Bond and Nevins, BKLYN Yard.

3rd Annual Bushwick Film Festival
The Bushwick Film Festival is organized by a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to bringing independent films to Bushwick, Brooklyn. Join other film-aholics and enjoy receptions, screenings, and panel discussions. Friday – Sunday, August 28 – 30. 47 Beaver Street, Lumenhouse.

Domestic Labor Dinner + Dance Hoedown
The Last Supper presents an event aimed to please local artists, local produce lovers, and locals alike. Come and enjoy food prepared by Lila Dobbs, of Brooklyn Sour while discussing labor, value, and alternative economies of means (the theme of the dinner). There will be WPA films about rationing, victory gardens, domesticity and labor throughout the dinner. After the feast, there will be live music from Ian Beck, Dorie Colangelo, and DJ Selector Honeyknuckles. Saturday, August 29. Dinner from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Hoedown from 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.$45 for dinner and dance. $10 for dance alone. 26 Broadway, 26×3 Art Space.

Michael Jackson Block Party
In commemoration of Michael Jackson’s 51st birthday, Spike Lee is hosting a day dedicated to the King of Pop. DJ Spinna will be there playing all of Michael’s musical accomplishments. The block party will end with the Brooklyn borough president declaring August 29th as “Michael Jackson Day”. Saturday, August 29. 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Prospect Park.

33rd Annual Brighton Jubilee
The Brighton Neighborhood Association will sponsor its 33rd Annual Brighton Jubilee. There will be live music and entertainment on several stages, including Bay Ridge’s own Frankie Marra & his band, onstage at Brighton 14th Street. Come and enjoy kiddie rides and food from several vendors. Sunday, August 30. 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Rain or shine. Brighton Beach Avenue from Corbin Place to Coney Island Avenue.

Battle of Brooklyn Day
As part of the Brooklyn Battle Week, The Green-Wood Historic Fund presents a day filled with trolley tours, commemoration ceremonies, and a re-enactment of the Battle of Brooklyn. All are welcome to attend. Sunday, August 30. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 500 25th Street, Greenwood Cemetery.

Israeli Designer Sale
A selective collection of women’s fashions by Israel’s best up-and-coming designers. Everything from tops, dresses and coats to jewelry. Prices range from $50-$150. Cash only. All sales final. Saturday and Sunday, August 29th and 30th. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. 154 Saint Johns Place btwn 6th and 7th Avenues, Garden Apartment.