Busta Ryhmes At Free BK Army Terminal Party: What You Should Know

SUNSET PARK, BROOKLYN — The Brooklyn Army Terminal will host its first-ever block party and concert Saturday from 11:30 a.m to 8 p.m. in celebration of its centennial birthday.

Busta Rhymes and Justine Skye are set to headline — and it’s all free of charge. Check out the augmented and virtual reality room, chow down on food from local vendors, throw a few back in the beer garden, jam out to live music and get crafty with tons of kids activities.

Smoking of any kind is not permitted on festival grounds. Pedestrians can enter at the corner of 58th Street and First Avenue.

For those attending, here’s what you need to know:

Tickets

Admission is free, but all attendees must register online in advance and bring a copy of their ticket to the event. Friends can register for each other as long as all parties can individually show proof of registration on a smartphone or with a printed copy of the Eventbrite confirmation form.

ID is not required for entry, but those who plan to spend time in the festival beer garden must bring proof of age.

Getting There

• Subway: Take the N or R to the 59th Street stop in Brooklyn at Fourth Avenue.
• Bus: The B11 stops right outside the event entrance at 58th Street and First Avenue. The B37 stops just a few clocks over at 58th Street and Third Avenue.
• NYC Ferry: Use the Rockaway or South Brooklyn route and disembark at Sunset Park. A block party entrance will be located on the pier.
• Bike: Bike racks will be available for those who choose to cycle there, though biking is not permitted on the event campus.

Parking

Limited free parking will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Enter the lot at 63rd Street and Second Avenue to claim your spot.

Restricted Items

• Outside beverages
• Large backpacks and bags
• Pets
• Outside music that is “audible to others.”

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