Putnam Avenue at Evergreen runs through the part of Bushwick that has been residential far longer than the neighborhood's nightlife reputation suggests — brick rowhouses, stoops, corner bodegas. A closed block here is that older Bushwick outside for the afternoon, with grills, folding chairs and speakers on the sidewalk. If you have only seen the neighborhood after dark, come see it in daylight.
What to expect
Expect a rowhouse street closed to cars, with neighbors set up along the curb, music from a portable rig and kids using the full width of the roadway. Bushwick block parties tend to be loud, food-heavy and welcoming. Broadway's shops and the J and M line are a short walk away.
Good to know
- The block runs on Putnam Avenue near Evergreen Avenue in Bushwick, Brooklyn.
- The J and M along Broadway and the L at Halsey Street are both within walking distance.
- The street closes under a street activity permit — do not park on the block.
- Bring a folding chair if you want somewhere of your own to sit.
- It is a free neighborhood event, so just walk up.
- Bushwick's bodegas and takeout on Broadway are close if you need supplies.
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Common questions
Where is the block?
On Putnam Avenue near Evergreen Avenue in Bushwick, Brooklyn.
Do I need a ticket?
No — block parties are free events on closed public streets.
Is it kid friendly?
Yes, a closed roadway is exactly what makes block parties work for children.
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