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 Open Mic At Roots Kava Bar
Roots Kava Bar hosts weekly open mic nights for singers, acoustic musicians, and poets every Sunday at 7pm. Free to attend and perform — just show up with your material. Port Jeff's Main Street has metered parking, but there's a municipal lot a block south on Prospect if you're staying a while.
- When
- Where
- Roots Kava Bar, Port Jefferson
Argyle Theater Cabaret — Summer Sunday Series
Six Broadway + Off-Broadway performers in the Argyle's intimate cabaret format. 90 minutes, no intermission, table seating, two-drink minimum. The summer series brings the bigger touring names — book the front balcony two-tops 3+ months ahead.
- When
- Where
- Argyle Theater, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Summer Creative Lab: A 3-Week Creative Media Program
Teens spend three weeks at Kasher Gallery learning hands-on creative media skills—think video, design, photography, or mixed media depending on the session. It's structured but not rigid, with access to studio tools and mentorship from working artists. Runs Mondays starting August 10 in Northport.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Watercolor Foundations: 3-Week Workshop Bundle
Studio Kash is running a three-week watercolor intensive that covers the basics: brush techniques, color mixing, still life composition, and landscape work. It's designed for people who've never picked up a watercolor brush, so you won't be the only one figuring out why the paint does that bleeding thing. Classes meet Mondays at 6:30 PM on the second floor at 19 Scudder in Northport.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Peter Correale Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Peter Correale headlines Borrelli's comedy stage on a Monday evening in Long Beach. Two-item minimum gets you access to their full dinner and pizza menu, plus cocktails. Early show at 7 PM makes it a doable weeknight outing on West Beech.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Summer Creative Lab: A 3-Week Creative Media Program
Teens spend three weeks at Kasher Gallery learning creative media—think photography, video, digital design, not just drawing. The Northport location on Scudder is walkable from the village if you're dropping off and grabbing coffee.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Build-a-Bug: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Preschoolers learn about insects through hands-on activities at this morning program at Nissequogue River State Park. The $4 fee is collected when you arrive. Designed for ages 3-5, so bring kids who can handle a half-hour of bug talk and craft time.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Long Beach Boardwalk Concert Series — Thursday Free Show
Free outdoor concert series on the Long Beach boardwalk, Thursdays in August. Bring a beach chair or blanket — the stage is mid-boardwalk near Riverside Blvd. LIRR direct from Penn, 50 min door to boardwalk.
- When
- Where
- Long Beach Boardwalk, Long Beach
Editor's Pick FRIDAY KOMPA VYBEZ
Prime on the Mile brings kompa to the Nautical Mile every Friday starting at 5 PM. Haitian dance music, waterfront views, and no cover. Show up early if you want a table on the deck.
- When
- Where
- Prime on the Mile, Freeport
ListenUp! x LB Guys: Meet Me in Long Beach
DJ Jokr's spinning house music at the Long Beach Hotel for a Love Island-themed summer night. Think beachy vibes, drink specials, and that mid-August energy when everyone's trying to squeeze out the last of summer. Runs 7-11pm, easy walk from the LIRR station.
- When
- Where
- 405 E Broadway, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Meet Me in Long Beach | A Love Island Summer Social at Long Beach Hotel
DJ Jokr spins house music at this Love Island-themed summer social right on East Broadway in Long Beach. It runs 7-11pm, so you can hit the beach beforehand and still make it in time. The Long Beach Hotel location means you're walking distance from pretty much everything on the strip.
- When
- Where
- 405 E Broadway, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Saturday DNA! Petri Picasso: Living Art in the Lab
Cold Spring Harbor's DNA Learning Center lets you create living artwork using fluorescent bacteria grown on agar plates. You'll actually handle the biotech tools and watch your designs glow as the bacteria cultures develop. Route 25A has plenty of parking, and the harbor village is right there if you want to grab lunch.
- When
- Where
- Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory | DNA Learning Center, Cold Spring Harbor
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick 'Greenport Concert Series', featuring : TAL NACCARATO, LIVE!
Guitarist Tal Naccarato plays solo acoustic at Floyd Memorial Library in Greenport—americana, folk, and blues, both originals and traditional covers. Free show starts at 3 PM on a Saturday afternoon. Library's on 1st Street with easy village parking.
- When
- Where
- Floyd Memorial Library, Greenport
Da Ya Think I'm Sexy: The Ultimate Rod Stewart Tribute
NYCB Theatre at Westbury hosts a touring Rod Stewart tribute act in the venue's signature in-the-round format. 2,870 seats, indoor, accessible, free abundant parking, and the boomer-friendly evening rhythm — 8 PM show, out by 10:30, home in time for the late local news.
- When
- Where
- NYCB Theatre at Westbury, Westbury
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Artist Spotlight: Pablo Picasso Workshop -Family Program 13+, $4 per person
This hands-on workshop digs into Picasso's techniques and artistic evolution, with activities designed for teens and adults. Runs 90 minutes at the state park's main office building in Kings Park. Free admission, though there's a $4 parking fee when you arrive.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Boston Whaler Customer Appreciation Brunch | MarineMax Huntington
Boston Whaler owners get a thank-you brunch at Smuggler Jack's in Massapequa, hosted by MarineMax. Free food, boat talk, and a chance to connect with other Whaler people. RSVP through MarineMax since space is likely limited.
- When
- Where
- Smuggler Jack's, Massapequa
Artist Trading Cards Workshop
Artist Trading Cards are basically tiny artworks—2.5 x 3.5 inches—that you make with paint, collage, whatever you want, then swap with other artists or hoard for yourself. This workshop at Studio Kash gives you the materials and a couple hours to crank out a few. It's a low-stakes way to try mixed media without committing to a giant canvas.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Bat Map Walk: Citizen Science: Adult Program, Free
Help track Long Island's bat populations on this citizen science walk through Connetquot River State Park Preserve. You'll use monitoring equipment to collect real data for local wildlife research. Free program starts at 7:30 PM—meet at the Sunrise Highway entrance in Oakdale.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
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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