Upcoming events on Long Island
Continuing the list — 263 curated events total. Handpicked by The Editors.
Late Summer Birding: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
September's the sweet spot for catching migratory birds before they head south for winter. This family program at Nissequogue River State Park will help you identify which birds are passing through and which ones stick around year-round. $4 at the door.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Artist Spotlight: Frida Kahlo Workshop -Family Program 12+, $4 per person
A hands-on workshop exploring Frida Kahlo's life and artistic style, geared toward ages 12 and up. You'll meet at the main office building at Nissequogue River State Park in Kings Park. $4 per person at the door.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Geology Rocks!: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Preschoolers get an introduction to rocks, minerals, and basic geology through interactive exploration. The program meets at the main office building at Nissequogue River State Park in Kings Park. Plan on $4 per child when you arrive; park admission is free.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Beach Scavenger Hunt - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
Another round of the all-abilities beach scavenger hunt at Sunken Meadow—same setup as the September 18th session, just a week later if that date works better for your schedule. Naturalists guide families of all physical and developmental abilities through the beach to hunt for shells, beach glass, and whatever washed up. Meet at the Nature Center, Lot 1.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Natural History Hike: Adult Program, $4 per person upon arrival
This adult hike covers both the natural and human history of Nissequogue River State Park—think native plants, geology, and the stories behind the property itself. You'll walk the grounds with a guide who knows the park's less obvious details. $4 at the door.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
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
Future Millionaires: Dinner with Entrepreneurs | Long Island
BarCada runs these entrepreneur dinners monthly at different Bay Shore spots on Maple Avenue. It's a sit-down meal with curated intros, so you're guaranteed real conversation instead of business card shuffling. The "visiting entrepreneurs" angle means you'll meet people building things outside the usual Long Island circles.
- When
- Where
- Restaurant of the Week, Bay Shore
- Price
- See ticket page
Shakespeare in the park
Studio Theatre's Shakespeare Troupe performs a full-costume "Midsummer Night's Dream" outdoors at the Islip Arts Council space on Sunrise Highway. Free Thursday night theater in Bay Shore starting at 6pm. Bring a blanket or low chair—it's an outdoor performance on the grounds.
- When
- Where
- Islip Arts Council Gallery, Bay Shore
Summer Sizzle Mingle Dinner • Dancing • DJ ♫ Singles 40s 50s 60s Nassau
This singles mixer at Vitality Lounge combines a DJ, dance floor, dinner buffet, and icebreaker games for folks in their 40s through 60s. 7 in Heaven runs these events regularly across Nassau, so you know the drill—actual structured mingling, not just awkward standing around. South Broadway in Hicksville has municipal parking a block north if the lot fills up.
- When
- Where
- Vitality Lounge, Hicksville
- Price
- See ticket page
Foodies + New Friends: Freeport | Small Business Owners Edition
BarCada hosts recurring small business owner dinners at a rotating Freeport restaurant on South Main. It's a seated meal with structured intros so you're not just awkwardly hovering with a drink. They keep the group small enough that you'll actually talk to everyone at the table.
- When
- Where
- Restaurant of the Week, Freeport
- Price
- See ticket page
Long Island Dead Collective Presents: Let It Grow - The Allmost Bros Band
The Allmost Brothers Band headlines this outdoor music day at Cassidy Hill Farm in Manorville. The Dead-inspired collective brings their jam vibes to 30 North Street starting at 3pm. Expect extended sets and that laid-back farm festival atmosphere.
- When
- Where
- Cassidy Hill Farm Ventures LLC, Manorville
- Price
- See ticket page
LI Dead Collective Presents: Let It Grow - Shakedown Citi
Grateful Dead tribute band Shakedown Citi plays an afternoon set at this Manorville farm, part of the Long Island Dead Collective's ongoing series. Bring a blanket for the lawn and expect the usual Dead heads and tie-dye crowd.
- When
- Where
- Cassidy Hill Farm Ventures LLC, Manorville
- Price
- See ticket page