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 FRIDAY KOMPA VYBEZ
Prime on the Mile books live kompa bands every Friday starting at 5 PM. The Woodcleft Avenue spot gets a solid crowd for the Haitian dance music sets, no cover. Recurring weekly.
- When
- Where
- Prime on the Mile, Freeport
Editor's Pick Pumpkin Carving: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Bring your own pumpkin to carve at Nissequogue River State Park's main office building in Kings Park. The $4 fee covers carving tools and instruction—space is limited so plan to arrive right at 10:30. The building is easy to find off the main park entrance.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Bohème to Broadway
New York Dance Theatre marks World Opera Day with a performance that pulls from Puccini, classic musicals, and everything in between. Expect ballet dancers interpreting opera arias alongside Broadway numbers at this Commack venue. Stage 74 is right off the Commack Motor Inn strip on Hauppauge Road—plenty of lot parking.
- When
- Where
- Stage 74 74 Hauppauge Rd, Commack
- Price
- See ticket page
Boheme to Broadway
New York Dance Theatre mashes up ballet choreography with vocal performances from opera and Broadway repertoire. It's their crossover show—dancers and singers sharing the stage at the Commack theater space.
- When
- Where
- Stage 74 74 Hauppauge Rd, Commack
- Price
- See ticket page
Artist Trading Cards Workshop
Artist Trading Cards are miniature artworks—think baseball cards, but you make them with paint, collage, and mixed media. Studio Kash hosts this workshop where you'll create a set to trade with other artists or start your own collection. It's on the second floor at 19 Scudder Ave in Northport.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Jessica Kirson Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Jessica Kirson headlines at Borrelli's Taproom in Long Beach this October. Two-item minimum—dinner, drinks, or pizza all count. Show starts at 7 PM on West Beech Street.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Monster Mash: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
A nature-themed Halloween program for 3-to-5-year-olds at Nissequogue River's main office building in Kings Park. Expect hands-on activities and maybe some critters in costume. Bring $4 cash per kid when you arrive.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Editor's Pick Open Mic Night w/ General George @ Nautilus Roasting
General George hosts bi-weekly open mic sessions at Nautilus Roasting on New York Avenue in Huntington Station. Grab coffee, sign up when you arrive, and play for a room that actually listens. Free entry, runs every other Thursday at 7 PM.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
"The World of Jazz Guitar" Jazz Jam Session
This monthly jam session puts the spotlight on guitar across jazz traditions—swing, bebop, bossa nova, soul-jazz, even bluegrass. Hosted by East End Jazz at the Southampton Cultural Center on Pond Lane, it's an afternoon showcase of six-string versatility. Doors open at 2pm on the first Sunday of the month.
- When
- Where
- Southampton Cultural Center, Southampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Freshwater Bioblitz: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free Event
Help catalog freshwater fish species in the Connetquot River as part of a citizen science survey. You'll work alongside naturalists to observe and record what's swimming in one of Long Island's cleanest waterways. Bring binoculars if you have them.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Editor's Pick Interwoven: The Art of Creating Together | Opening Reception
Artists Sydell Glasser and Christine Donnelly open their collaborative show exploring creative partnership and shared process. The reception is free and happens at Kasher Gallery & Studios on the second floor in Northport—right above Main Street if you're walking from the village.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
Editor's Pick Open Mic Night w/ General George @ Nautilus Roasting
General George hosts bi-weekly open mic sessions at Nautilus Roasting on New York Avenue in Huntington Station. Grab coffee, sign up when you arrive, and play for a room that actually listens. Free entry, runs every other Thursday at 7 PM.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
Saturday DNA! - What's Really in Your Food?
The DNA Learning Center is running hands-on lab sessions where you extract and analyze the genetic material from everyday grocery items. You'll use actual lab equipment to see what's inside foods at the molecular level. Classes run Saturdays at 10 AM at their Main Street location in Cold Spring Harbor.
- When
- Where
- Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory | DNA Learning Center, Cold Spring Harbor
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Serenade Duo’s Shining Light Series: Adoration — Florence Price
Serenade Duo performs the work of Florence Price—the first Black woman to have her symphony performed by a major American orchestra—on flute and guitar. The evening includes live music, artist conversation, and a community art component. Free at Kasher Gallery in Northport.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
Dave Attell Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Dave Attell brings his brutally honest standup to Long Beach on a Tuesday night. The Long Island native takes the stage at Borrelli's Taproom at 7:30 PM—two-item minimum from their full menu of pizza, cocktails, and dinner. West Beech Street has street parking or hit the municipal lot on Louisiana.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Mammal Survey: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free Event
Help check trail cameras and collect data on local wildlife during this guided hike through Connetquot River State Park Preserve. Park naturalists will show you how they monitor mammal populations across the preserve. Free program, but parking is $4 per vehicle upon arrival.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Turkey Time: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
This preschool program introduces 3-5 year olds to the natural world through hands-on activities and exploration. $4 per child at the door, held at the Reichert Administration Building at Nissequogue River State Park.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Artist Spotlight: Jim Henson Workshop -Family Program Age10+, $4 per person
Watch a Jim Henson classic and learn basic puppetry techniques in this workshop for ages 10+. $4 per person at the Nissequogue River State Park office—a solid intro to practical puppet-making skills.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
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.
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