Every major LI concert venue, in one place.
Long Island has one of the most-underrated concert venue mixes in the Northeast — from the 15,000-seat Jones Beach Theater amphitheater on the Atlantic to the 350-seat Boulton Center. This hub covers every venue worth knowing, the upcoming shows that matter, and the parking + LIRR + accessibility details the big sites don't bother with.
The Long Island concert venues, compared
Most NYC-based concert-goers don't realize how distinct each LI venue is. Capacity, vibe, parking, accessibility — these matter as much as the artist.
| Venue | Town | Capacity | Best for | Parking | LIRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater | Wantagh | 15,000 | Outdoor amphitheater. Sunset over the Atlantic. Iconic LI summer. | $30 on-site | Wantagh + 20-min Uber |
| NYCB Theatre at Westbury | Westbury | 2,870 | Indoor-in-the-round. Excellent for boomer + classic rock tributes. | Free, abundant | Westbury + 5-min Uber |
| The Paramount | Huntington | 1,550 | Restored 1920s movie palace. Intimate national touring + comedy. | Free village (after 6 PM) | Huntington + 5-min walk |
| Suffolk Theater | Riverhead | 800 | Restored Art Deco. East End boomer-friendly intimate. | Free village | Riverhead — limited |
| Bay Street Theater | Sag Harbor | 299 | Regional live theater + summer mainstage. Hamptons access. | Free village (off-season) | None — drive only |
| Argyle Theater | Babylon | 499 | Restored 1920s movie palace. Off-Broadway-quality touring. | Free village | Babylon + 5-min walk |
| Mulcahy's Pub + Concert Hall | Wantagh | ~1,200 | Bar + concert hall combo. Live music + nightlife together. | Free on-site | Wantagh + 10-min walk |
Upcoming concerts + shows
18 upcoming shows on our radar. Sorted by date.
Editor's Pick Process Heart Class 3: Make Your Mark
Start with a meditative walk along Northport Harbor, then head inside to make expressive art using ink, marbles, and yarn. The class wraps with tea and chocolate while you reflect on what you made. It's less about technique and more about letting the process lead.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Jim Norton Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Jim Norton brings his sharp, no-filter standup to Borrelli's Taproom on West Beech Street. You'll need to order two items from the menu—dinner, drinks, or cocktails all count. Showtime is 7pm, so plan to grab food beforehand or during.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Marine Bioblitz: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free Event!
Spend a morning at Robert Moses identifying and cataloging as many marine species as you can find—crabs, mollusks, fish, whatever's in the tide pools and shallows near Field 2. Your observations go into a real biodiversity database. Bring water shoes and sunscreen.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 2, Babylon
Postcards from the Future: A Creative Collage Night
Make a collage postcard addressed to your future self using vintage papers, mixed media, and digital prints at Studio Kash. It's part vision board, part time capsule, and way more interesting than just writing yourself a note. You'll leave with a finished postcard to keep or actually mail to yourself later.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Open Mic Night w/ General George @ Nautilus Roasting
General George hosts bi-weekly open mic nights at this Huntington Station coffee shop, alternating Wednesdays at 7pm. Grab a spot at Nautilus on New York Avenue—it's free, and the shop stays open late for performers and audience alike.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
Editor's Pick Frogs and Friends: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
This 45-minute program for preschoolers focuses on amphibians and reptiles native to the Nissequogue River area. Kids meet live animals, hear frog calls, and do a short nature walk suited for little legs. Park entrance is $4 per child when you check in at the Saint Johnland Road gate.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Editor's Pick Open Mic Night w/ General George @ Nautilus Roasting
General George hosts this bi-weekly open mic at Nautilus Roasting in Huntington Station—free entry, coffee shop setting, happens every other Thursday at 7 PM. The cafe's on New York Avenue with its own lot, easy in and out.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
Editor's Pick FRIDAY KOMPA VYBEZ
Prime on the Mile throws weekly Kompa nights every Friday starting at 5pm—Haitian dance music on the Freeport waterfront. Free entry, and Woodcleft Avenue has municipal lots if you're driving in.
- When
- Where
- Prime on the Mile, Freeport
Editor's Pick Nautilus 1 Year Anniversary Party
Nautilus Roasting hits the one-year mark with an afternoon celebration at their Huntington Station shop. Free to attend, starting at 2pm on Saturday—expect coffee specials, live music, and the kind of neighborhood vibe that kept them going this long.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
Tobay Getaways! | MarineMax Huntington
MarineMax Huntington is running boats out to Tobay Beach for an afternoon on the sand. It's a chance to see how their fleet handles the open water while you hang out at one of the South Shore's better beach spots. Free event, 2 PM departure from their West Shore Road location.
- When
- Where
- MarineMax Huntington, Huntington
Editor's Pick Mic Check The Live Sessions Homecoming
Battle rap legend Charlie Clips hosts this live music showcase at Stereo Garden, bringing hip-hop culture and performance energy to Patchogue's Railroad Avenue strip. Doors at 6:30 PM on a Saturday night, so you can grab dinner at one of the walkable spots nearby before heading in.
- When
- Where
- Stereo Garden, Patchogue
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Big Shot — The Ultimate Billy Joel Tribute at the Argyle
Big Shot — the touring Billy Joel tribute that's been performing the catalog since 2007 — lands at the Argyle Theater Babylon for a Saturday-night show. 499 seats, restored 1920s movie palace, intimate Babylon Village venue. Pair with Argyle Lake walk + village dinner.
- When
- Where
- Argyle Theater, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Billy Joel at Jones Beach Theater — Hometown Show
Billy Joel's annual Jones Beach Theater hometown show — the most-sacred concert ritual on the Long Island calendar. The Hicksville-raised, Cold Spring Harbor-resident Billboard Hall of Fame inductee returns to the 15,000-seat amphitheater on the Atlantic for a single summer night. The LI deep-cuts come out. The crowd is the most-LI crowd you'll see at any concert. The sunset over Bay Parkway during the opener is structurally perfect. Forty years of LI summer history in one show.
- When
- Where
- Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh
- Price
- See ticket page
Emo Night Karaoke Long Island
Scream-sing Dashboard Confessional and My Chemical Romance with a live band backing you up at Sand City Brewing. It's emo karaoke in Lindenhurst, starting at 8pm—Wellwood Avenue has street parking, and the brewery's got solid beer if you need courage before taking the mic.
- When
- Where
- Sand City Brewing, Lindenhurst
- Price
- See ticket page
The Suffolk — Blues Night
Touring blues + soul lineup at the restored 1933 Art Deco theater. 600-seat hall, table service in the orchestra, traditional rows in the balcony. Dinner at Tweed's first (5-min walk), nightcap at North Fork Roasting Co. after.
- When
- Where
- The Suffolk, Riverhead
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Open Mic At Roots Kava Bar
Weekly open mic at this Port Jefferson kava bar welcomes singers, acoustic players, and poets on Sunday nights. No cover, and the vibe stays mellow—kava instead of alcohol keeps things low-key. Port Jeff village parking is free after 6PM on Sundays.
- When
- Where
- Roots Kava Bar, Port Jefferson
Des Bishop Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Irish-American comedian Des Bishop performs at Borrelli's Taproom at 7pm. Two-item minimum means you can order from the full dinner menu, pizza, or cocktails while you watch. This is the early show if you want to be home at a reasonable hour.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 4: Draw in Zen
Studio Kash combines a walk along Northport Harbor with neurographic art and Zentangle drawing techniques—basically meditative mark-making that quiets your brain. Afterward, you'll settle in with tea and chocolate to reflect on what you created. It's art therapy without calling it therapy, which honestly makes it easier to just show up and try.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Pre-show + post-show — the LI concert rhythm
Every LI venue has its own pre-show rhythm. Here's the locals' playbook for each.
Jones Beach Theater
Pre: West End boardwalk bars (Sloppy Tuna, Minus5) — 4 mi west, 10-min drive.
Post: Don't drive impaired — Jones Beach DUI enforcement after concerts is the heaviest of any LI venue. LIRR Wantagh + Uber back to the venue lot is the standard car-light move.
The Paramount Huntington
Pre: Dinner at Honu Kitchen, Black & Blue, or Bistro Cassis — all 5-8 min walk in Huntington Village.
Post: Crew, Old Fields Tavern, or any of the New York Ave bars stay open late. LIRR Huntington station has a late-night Saturday train back to Penn.
NYCB Theatre at Westbury
Pre: Limited walkable dining around the venue. Plan to eat in Garden City or Westbury Village before the show, or grab quick venue concessions.
Post: Most boomer-aged audiences head home directly. Parking is free + abundant; departure is quick.
Suffolk Theater Riverhead
Pre: Walk Main Street Riverhead — restored downtown, walk-up restaurants, easy 10-15 min stroll.
Post: The Aquarium 5-min drive west has a quiet bar. Or East End wineries on the way home if it's not too late.
Concert-going safety + logistics
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