Upcoming events on Long Island
Continuing the list — 261 curated events total. Handpicked by The Editors.
Editor's Pick Gardens Galore! : Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child
This nature program introduces preschoolers (ages 3-5) to the gardens and natural spaces at Connetquot River State Park Preserve. Rangers lead age-appropriate outdoor exploration—think hands-on discovery, not sitting still. Free admission with a $4 per child fee at arrival.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Editor's Pick Summer Reads Book Discussion
The library's book club is discussing "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach this month. Meetings are casual and free—just show up at 6:30 PM if you've read it (or most of it).
- When
- Where
- Patchogue-Medford Library, Patchogue
Editor's Pick Flower Power - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
This free nature program at Sunken Meadow is designed for kids and adults with physical or developmental disabilities—think structured activities around flowers, plants, and pollination that work for varied ability levels. The Nature Center is in Lot 1 off the main park road in Kings Park.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Editor's Pick Stewardship Saturday: Nissequogue Greenhouse Director's Path
Spend Saturday morning clearing invasive plants from the Director's Path at Nissequogue's greenhouse. Bring work gloves and expect to get your hands dirty—this is actual trail maintenance, not a walk-through. Free, and you'll be done by lunch.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
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
Long Island Restaurant Week — Spring + Fall Editions
Long Island Restaurant Week runs twice a year — 11 days in late April and late October — with 175+ participating restaurants offering 3-course prix-fixe menus at $30, $40, $50 price points. The locals' move to try the destination restaurants without committing to a full-price weekend night.
- When
- Where
- 175+ Long Island Restaurants, Long Island
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Jim Norton Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Jim Norton brings his SiriusXM radio and stand-up chops to Borrelli's West Beech Street taproom. You'll need to order two items from the menu—dinner, drinks, cocktails all count. Showtime is 7pm on a Tuesday, so it's an easy weeknight out in Long Beach.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick 7 in Heaven Singles visits Pan Am Museum Art + Wine/Cheese Live ♫ Nassau
The Cradle of Aviation hosts a singles mixer combining Pan Am Museum artwork with wine, cheese, and live music. You'll get access to both the special art display and the museum's permanent exhibits while mingling. Takes place at the Garden City museum off Lindbergh Boulevard, with ample parking in their lot.
- When
- Where
- Cradle of Aviation Museum, Garden City
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick 7 in Heaven Speed Dating for Long Island Singles Ages 34-48 Hicksville
Speed dating at Vitality Lounge on South Broadway for singles 34-48. You'll rotate through short conversations in person instead of endless app messaging. Park in the municipal lot behind Broadway if the street's full.
- When
- Where
- Vitality Lounge, Hicksville
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Mic Check The Live Sessions Homecoming
Battle rap legend Charlie Clips hosts this live music showcase at Stereo Garden, one of Patchogue's most reliable venues for hip-hop and urban culture. Starts at 6:30 PM on a Saturday, which means you can grab dinner at one of the Railroad Avenue spots beforehand. Parking's easiest in the municipal lot off Ocean Avenue.
- When
- Where
- Stereo Garden, Patchogue
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick 7 in Heaven Singles Speed Dating Age C 44-59 Lindenhurst Village
Speed dating for singles 44-59 at The Green Door in Lindenhurst Village. Face-to-face introductions in a bar setting, Sunday afternoon start time. Wellwood Avenue has metered street parking and a lot behind the shops.
- When
- Where
- The Green Door, Lindenhurst
- Price
- See ticket page
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