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Moving to Fort greene? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite Fort greene Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Fort Greene Park Jazz Festival: The soulful sounds at the park come from a dream realized by Eric Frazier, who long envisioned a Jazz Festival in his neighborhood. Each year in July, this event brings live jazz entertainment to all New Yorkers.
- Fritz (737 Fulton St, Brooklyn): Step into 1920s Berlin at this chic cocktail bar, where martinis are crisp, cold, and served with a sidecar. It’s the place to channel your inner Gatsby.
- The Lay Out Series: A series of summer gatherings in Fort Greene Park to “center Black joy” and celebrate Juneteenth. Expect tennis workshops, mini-basketball games, and nearby after-parties.
- Fort Greene Park: A rolling, tree-filled oasis with playgrounds, tennis courts, and one of Brooklyn’s best farmers markets – plus free activities all summer long.
- The Rockwell Place (31 Rockwell Pl, Brooklyn): Tucked away from the main drag, this spot has an unpretentious feel but delivers on creative cocktails crafted by bartenders who are truly passionate about what they do.
- The Soul Summit Music Festival: A Sunday summer staple, this DJ collective brings soulful house music to Fort Greene Park. This celebration of music and community is free and open to all.
- Moes Bar and Lounge (80 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn): A beloved neighborhood hangout with stiff drinks and good music. They also host local comedians and open mic nights.
- Center for Fiction (15 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn): The home for readers and writers, this non-profit organization offers everything from a tech-free reading room to curated events like speed dating and book awards.
- Colonia Verde (219 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn): Sharing is caring at this Latin American eatery by the Cómodo team. The airy, rustic space, complete with a greenhouse-like back room, makes it the perfect spot for communal dining.
- Sailor (228 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn): With its nautical ambiance and inventive, seasonal menu, eating in this upscale neighborhood bistro is a tough reservation to snag—but worth the effort.
- Strange Delight (63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn): This recently opened New Orleans-inspired spot is a contemporary twist on the classic oyster bar. It’s the go-to for crunchy fried shrimp, crawfish, and red cocktails.
- Brooklyn Academy of Music (30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn): A multi-arts center hosting provocative and avant-garde performances. According to the New York Times, just like Brooklyn, BAM is eclectic, bold, and unafraid to push boundaries.
