Goodwin Place, a tree-lined residential street off Broadway in Bushwick, shuts to cars from Greene Avenue to Grove Street for one last summer afternoon. The Summer Sendoff is a neighbor-run block party with no marketing machine behind it, the kind of street-level hangout that makes Bushwick feel like a small town. If you're nearby and want to wave summer off outdoors, wander over and say hi.
What to expect
Expect a fully closed one-block street with neighbors outside, kids playing in the roadway and a relaxed, run-by-residents feel. No lineup has been published, so treat it as a neighborhood hangout rather than a programmed festival. The block is residential and compact, so it is easy to drop in for a short visit.
Good to know
- The J train along Broadway (Gates Av or Kosciuszko St) is a short walk
- It's a residents' party on a residential block, so be a considerate guest
- The street is fully closed; don't try to drive or park on the block
- Afternoon is the most kid-friendly window
- Pair it with a walk to Bushwick's nearby cafes and bars on Broadway
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Common questions
Where is the Goodwin Place Summer Sendoff?
On Goodwin Place between Greene Avenue and Grove Street in Bushwick, Brooklyn, near Broadway. The whole street is closed for the party.
Can non-residents go?
It's organized by the block, but it takes place on a public street, so respectful neighbors and passersby can generally stop by.
Is there a schedule or lineup?
None has been published. It's permitted as a block party, so expect an informal neighborhood gathering.
