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BROOKLYN, NY — If you're into street festivals, Brooklyn is chock full of them this weekend. Here's a look at what's going on.
The Epic Ride 2018
Neighborhood: Greenpoint
What: Hop on your bike and ride from the Greenpoint waterfront to Riis Park Beach in Queens as you take in scenic city views. An after party featuring bands, food, free beer and swimming will be held at the Riis Park Beach Bazaar following the event.
Where: Ride begins at Greenpoint waterfront, Commercial Street at Dupont Street
When: Get pedaling Saturday at 8 p.m.
Rooftop Films Presents “Terms of Service”
Neighborhood: Gowanus
What: Check out live music and attend a screening of “thought-provoking shorts about you, me, and the Internet,” followed by a post-film discussion. Admission is free with RSVP.
Where: Old American Can Factory, Third Street at Third Avenue
When: Doors open Saturday at 8 p.m. Live music starts at 8:30 p.m. Screening begins at 9 p.m.
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Midsummer Night's Dream
Neighborhood: Bushwick
What: A night of music featuring Nick Monaco, Playsuit and Whitney Fierce. Check out aerial faeries, elixirs and wishes, fortunes and tarot, poetry of pleasure, dances of nymphs and more. Click here for dress code inspiration.
Where: House of YES
When: Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cotton Candy Festival And Can Release
Neighborhood: Coney Island
What: Get a firsthand look at this brewing company’s brand-new can while stilt walkers roam the crowds and DJs pump up the jams. Tons of cotton candy will be on hand for all.
Where: Coney Island Brewery, Surf Avenue at West 17th Street
When: Saturday at 12 p.m.
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Eighth Annual TAMA Summerfest 2018
Neighborhood: Bedford-Stuyvesant
What: Explore Brooklyn’s boutiques, restaurants, wellness services and more. Take part in fitness classes, climb a rock wall, visit the STEM tent, take a peek at the children’s play corner and much more.
Where: Tompkins Avenue between Gates Avenue and Halsey Street
When: Saturday at 12 p.m.
“Mission: Impossible” Fallout Challenge Night
Neighborhood: Barren Island
What: Try your hand at parkour and complete physical challenges for prizes. Must be 13 or older to participate.
Where: Aviator Sports & Events Center, 3159 Flatbush Avenue
When: Saturday at 6 p.m.
Twilight Tour
Neighborhood: Greenwood
What: Get spooky with a sunset tour of this Brooklyn cemetery and visit the gravesites of famous historical figures. Tour ends with a trip to the Catacombs, which are normally inaccessible to the public.
Where: Green-Wood Cemetery, Main entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street
When: Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Fourth Annual Parkside Empire Street Festival
Neighborhood: Prospect Lefferts Gardens
What: Celebrate the Lefferts Gardens and Flatbush communities with outdoor games, bouncy houses, carnival rides and local eats at this Brooklyn street festival.
Where: Flatbush Avenue between Westbury Court and Beekman Place
When: Sunday at 12 p.m.
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