Atlantic Antic Celebrates 50 Years as Brooklyn’s Biggest Street Festival
Brooklyn’s oldest and largest street festival, the Atlantic Antic™, is back for its 50th anniversary this Sunday, October 5, 2025. The beloved event will transform a 1.5-mile stretch of Atlantic Avenue, from Fourth Avenue to Hicks Street, into a massive celebration of food, music, and community spirit.
This golden anniversary is a nod to half a century of creativity and culture in the borough. The free, all-ages event runs from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, rain or shine.
Highlights of the 50th Anniversary
This year’s festival is packed with activities and entertainment for everyone. Here are some of the highlights:
- Kids’ Activities: A “Playtopia” zone will feature games and crafts, while a separate Kids Zone on Boerum Place will have pony rides and bounce houses.
- Live Music & Performances: Multiple stages will feature rock bands, R&B singers, traditional Middle Eastern musicians, and belly dancers. The Metropolitan Museum of Art will also present a stage with global youth musicians.
- Live Circus Acts: The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus will perform juggling and clown acts at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.
- Fashion & Dance: A “Out in 70s Style” fashion show will take place throughout the day, followed by a Soul Train Line dance party.
- Singing Competition: Attendees can join the “Antic Sing!” competition to perform ’70s and ’80s classics for a chance to win cash prizes.
- Brooklyn Nets Court: A basketball setup near the main stage will be available for fans to show off their skills.
Food, Shopping, and Legacy Vendors
As always, Atlantic Avenue will be lined with food stalls serving everything from shawarma and dumplings to BBQ. Local artisan vendors and businesses will also be showcasing fashion, crafts, and home goods.
To mark the 50th anniversary, long-standing local shops like Sahadi’s and Damascus Bread & Pastry Shop will be recognized with special Legacy Balloons.
How to Get to the Festival
Planning your trip is easy with multiple public transit options available.
- Subway: Take the 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, G, D, N, R, or Q trains to Atlantic Avenue–Barclays Center or nearby stations.
- Bus: The B63, B61, B41, or B99 routes will get you close to the event.
- Bike: There are eight Citi Bike stations within walking distance of the festival.
- LIRR: Get off at Atlantic Terminal and walk west on Atlantic Avenue.
Event Details
- Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Rain or Shine)
- Location: Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn (from Fourth Avenue to Hicks Street)
- Admission: Free and open to the public
- Website: For the latest updates, visit https://www.atlanticave.org/atlanticantic.
Planning the Rest of Your Weekend?
The Atlantic Antic is the main event on Sunday, but there is plenty more happening in the city all weekend. From food festivals to concerts, the calendar is full of options.
Check out our full guide to Best Things To Do in NYC This October.
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