102.3 WBAB, Long Island’s Only Classic Rock, is keeping a cherished holiday tradition alive this Thanksgiving. The station will air the annual broadcast of Arlo Guthrie’s iconic 18-minute-and-34-second “Alice’s Restaurant.” The special airs on Thanksgiving Day at 9 a.m. and again at noon. Listeners can enjoy a full serving of music, storytelling, and holiday spirit.
Hosted by WBAB’s Rocky, the broadcast has become a staple for generations of Long Islanders, who gather with family around the radio to enjoy Guthrie’s signature tale of humor, social commentary, and Thanksgiving misadventures. For many, it marks the official kickoff to the holiday.
“For decades, Long Islanders have made WBAB part of their Thanksgiving tradition, and ‘Alice’s Restaurant’ remains one of the most anticipated broadcasts of the year,” said Chris Lloyd, Director of Operations, Branding and Programming for CMG Long Island. “We love being part of our listeners’ holiday celebrations, and we’re excited to bring this classic back once again.”
Listeners can tune in on 102.3 WBAB, 95.3 on the East End, or through the 102.3 WBAB app. Thousands of households across the region are expected to join the broadcast, making it a shared experience that spans generations.
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