The 18th annual Bayfest is hitting the streets of Sheepshead Bay this Sunday, May 17th. Bay Improvement Group, the festival’s organizer, is promising a bigger event than last year’s, and hopefully the weather will be more accommodating than 2008′s mid-day showers.
The completely free, all-day celebration of Sheepshead Bay kicks off at noon and features the badass musical stylings of “Legendary Lead Guitarist of Supergroup Vanilla Fudge Vince Martell“… also known as this guy:
(Yes, it’s the same joke I made last year. Sorry, but that guy’s look just throws me into fits of giggles every time I see it. That’s not to disparage him… he’s a fantastic performer and Bayfest will be a great show.)
Martell will be playing alongside Peg Pearl & Friends and Greg Bravo of Steam.
In addition to the music, other great entertainment is planned, including:
- Amusement rides, face painting, cartoon characters & arts ‘n’ crafts
- FDNY Fireboat Display
- Wildlife talks & demonstrations by organizations like the Brooklyn Children’s Museum, NY Aquarium & the Department of Environmental Conservation
- Sailing demonstrations and views of historic sailboats
- 50-50 Raffle
Be sure to bring your family out, because it’ll definitely be a fun Sunday.
Also, to those interested, BIG sent out a request for volunteers last month, and they may still be in need. If you’re interested, visit the BayFest website, email bayimpgrp@aol.com
or call 718-646-9206.
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Steve, if it rains, is there a Rainout date?
Right now forecast is 40% showers – iffy.
Although I’m praying for sunshine.
Thanks, Steve.
Regards,
Paul
Thanks, Paul, for your question. I’ve contacted B.I.G. at the number above and hopefully, we’ll have your question answered shortly.
Rain/Shine. wind or cold we go! Dress accordingly in layers and water proof jacket of some kind, and very comfy footwear, your most comfortable sneakers?
Set up at 7:45am sharp!!! East 27th and Emmons Ave. Volunteers welcome all day! Or come to just have fun for this gem of a community and unique up close, musical experience, with these great muscians! If you have volunteered in the past, please wear your BayFest volunteer T shirt. BIG Thanks… See ya SUNDAY and say “Hello Sheepshead Bay!”
Gotta go Check out> BIGBayFest.org