Upcoming events on Long Island
Continuing the list — 184 curated events total. Handpicked by The Editors.
Arboretum Nature Hike: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival
Watch the estate grounds shift from late summer into fall colors on this naturalist-led walk through Planting Fields' woodland trails and specimen plantings. The arboretum charges $4 per adult at arrival. Park in the main lot off Planting Fields Road—it's about a quarter-mile from the trailhead.
- When
- Where
- Planting Fields Arboretum, Oyster Bay
Harvest Moon Hike-Adult program, $4 cash per adult upon arrival
The September full moon rises over the Sound during this guided evening hike that marks the shift from summer to fall. Bring a flashlight, wear sturdy shoes, and have $4 cash ready. The 6:30 PM start means you'll catch the moon rising as you walk—timing that's harder to plan than you'd think.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Kings Park
Passport Through Parks: Robert Moses, Family Program, $4 per person
This monthly hiking series rotates through every state park on Long Island, September's stop landing at Robert Moses Field 2. Expect a moderate 2-3 mile loop with commentary on local ecology and park history. $4 per person on arrival.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 2, Babylon
Nature Bike Tour: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Pedal the paved paths along Great South Bay with a park naturalist pointing out coastal habitat and migratory birds. Bring your own bike and helmet—the route covers about 5 miles at an easy pace. $4 per rider at the park entrance.
- When
- Where
- Heckscher State Park, East Islip
Shark Extravaganza, Tiny Tots (ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Preschoolers learn about shark species through hands-on activities, story time, and a short nature walk tailored to short attention spans. The program runs about 45 minutes at Connetquot's nature center. $4 per child at the gate.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Walk to End Alzheimer's - North Fork
The Alzheimer's Association's North Fork walk kicks off at 9am from Peconic Landing in Greenport. Free to join, and the Brecknock Road location makes for a scenic route along the water. Register ahead or just show up ready to walk.
- When
- Where
- Peconic Landing, Greenport
Josh Adam Meyers Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Josh Adam Meyers headlines Borrelli's comedy night in Long Beach. There's a two-item minimum, but the full menu's available—pizza, dinner, cocktails. The taproom's on West Beech Street near the bay side of town.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Wine & Design: A Wine Glass Painting Night
Studio Kash gives you wine, paint supplies, and a blank wine glass to decorate however you want. You'll leave with a custom glass and probably a decent buzz. Scudder Ave in Northport has plenty of street parking, and you're a short walk from the harbor if you want to stretch your legs after.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Artist Spotlight: Frida Kahlo Workshop -Family Program 12+, $4 per person
This workshop digs into Frida Kahlo's life and artistic style, geared toward ages 12 and up. Expect discussion of her self-portraits, her relationship with pain and identity, and hands-on creative work. Free program at Nissequogue River State Park's main office in Kings Park, $4 parking fee.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Interactive Musical Improv Comedy , Long Island
New York Improv Theater brings interactive musical comedy to South Shore Craft Brewery in Oceanside—doors at 1:45pm, show at 2pm, $20 tickets. Stick around after for a jam session, and show up early to grab food from the truck and check out the brewery's lineup. No drink minimum required.
- When
- Where
- South Shore Craft Brewery, Oceanside
- Price
- See ticket page
iPhone Photography, Part Two: Making The Image Your Own
Tony's second iPhone photography workshop focuses on editing—the adjustments that turn a decent shot into something you'd actually print. Starts at 9:30am at Landcraft Garden Foundation in Mattituck, where the grounds alone give you plenty to photograph. This picks up where part one left off, so brush up on basics if you missed it.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Natural History Hike: Adult Program, $4 per person upon arrival
This adults-only guided hike covers both the natural ecosystems and lesser-known history of Nissequogue River State Park. The trail winds through woodlands near the Nissequogue River, so wear sturdy shoes. Free admission, same building as the Frida workshop.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park