Northport
Northport Village is a working harbor town that locals jealously guard. Main Street is two walkable blocks of restaurants, the harbor is at the end, the trolley still runs ceremonially every summer. The Fall Festival is the biggest village fest on the North Shore.
Known for
- harbor town
- Fall Festival (September)
- Skipper's restaurant
- live music + jazz scene
- walkable downtown
Northport is the quintessential North Shore harbor village. Two walkable blocks of Main Street, the harbor at the end, locals on a first-name basis at every restaurant, and the kind of summer-evening pace that feels deliberately preserved.
The signature event: The Northport Fall Festival (last Saturday of September) — village street fair, food trucks, harbor stage, 100+ vendors. The biggest fest on the North Shore.
Year-round:
- Skipper’s Pub — local-favorite seafood + jazz brunches
- Main Street walk — galleries, indie bookstore, ice cream, the gazebo at the harbor
- Sunday farmers market at the train station (summer)
Parking: Bay Avenue lot is the move. Main Street parking gone by 11 on event days.
Upcoming in Northport
Editor's Pick Halloween Open Studio
Studio Kash is opening its doors for a BYOP (bring your own project) Halloween crafting session. Haul over whatever costume pieces, decorations, or spooky DIY you're working on and use their space to spread out and finish it. Free to drop in, and you're on the second floor at 19 Scudder in Northport.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
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
Editor's Pick Hands-On Homemade Cavatelli Pasta Workshop with Maria of "Eat n Shut Up"
Maria from the cookbook "Eat n Shut Up" teaches you how to roll cavatelli by hand the old-school Italian way. You'll work the dough, shape the ridges, and actually eat what you make. Northport village location means you can stroll Main Street before or after class.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Fall/Halloween Doormat Painting Workshop
You'll paint a coir doormat with fall or Halloween designs using outdoor paint and stencils that actually hold up to foot traffic. Studio Kash provides the mat, paints, and design templates—you pick your vibe and take it home to use. Upstairs at 19 Scudder in Northport.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick THE SEASONS IN BLOOM: Fall Arrangements
This hands-on workshop focuses on fall floral arranging using seasonal, locally sourced flowers. It's part of a series that follows the seasons, so you're learning techniques specific to what's actually blooming now. Held at Kasher Gallery & Studios on Scudder Ave in Northport.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Nest Book Club Discussion: Hollow Bones by Jodi Picoult
Nest on Main hosts its book club discussion of Jodi Picoult's Hollow Bones on a Tuesday evening. The discussion is free and open to anyone who's read the book. Main Street parking can be tight, but there's a municipal lot a block west.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
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
Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop with Amanda of Creative Retreat
Amanda of Creative Retreat shows you how to assemble actual beach glass into a small coastal Christmas tree topped with a starfish. You'll finish the piece in one session and leave with a holiday decoration that feels distinctly Long Island. Parking is available on side streets near Main.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
The Haunted Journal: A Vintage Halloween Junk Journaling Workshop
This vintage-themed junk journaling workshop focuses on layering old Halloween imagery, ephemera, and collage into moody handmade journals. All supplies are provided, so you just show up ready to glue, tear, and arrange. It's at Studio Kash on the second floor in Northport—same spot as their other workshops.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Holiday Shell Ornament Workshop with Toni & Holly
Toni from The Artistic Bent and artisan Holly teach you decoupage techniques to turn seashells into six holiday ornaments. The workshop happens at Nest on Main in Northport—walkable from the harbor if you're grabbing dinner after on Main Street.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
2 Part Intermediate Crochet A Bag Class with Amanda of Creative Retreat Co
This two-session class with Amanda Farabaugh teaches you to crochet a complete bag, so come with basic crochet knowledge already down. You'll work through the pattern over both evenings and finish with a functional bag. Second session date confirmed when you sign up.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- 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
Design your own Tote Bag: Pop Up with Gsell Designs
Nest on Main turns nine, and Gsell Designs is setting up shop so you can design a custom tote from their fabric selection or just buy one ready-made. Free to drop in, and you're already on Main Street in Northport with plenty of parking nearby. Handmade goods, local maker, no cover charge.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Vintage Handbags & Jewelry Pop-Up Sale at Nest on Main
Browse vintage handbags and jewelry at this one-day sale benefiting AWARE Drug & Alcohol Community Coalition. Free to attend, and it's at Nest on Main on Northport's Main Street—easy to hit a few other shops while you're there. Proceeds support local substance abuse prevention work.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Holiday Birdhouse Decoupage Workshop
Turn a plain wooden birdhouse into something you'd actually want in your yard using decoupage techniques and holiday-themed papers. This is a bring-wine-and-get-crafty kind of night at Nest on Main in Northport village. Park in the municipal lot behind Main Street and walk over.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Hands-On Cavatelli Pasta & Homemade Pumpkin Sauce Workshop!
Maria, who wrote "Eat n Shut Up," walks you through making cavatelli from scratch and pairing it with homemade pumpkin sauce. You'll actually roll the pasta yourself—this isn't a demo where you watch someone else cook. Nest on Main has a few restaurants nearby if you want to grab drinks after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Holiday Shell Trinket Dishes & Ornaments Workshop with Toni & Holly
This decoupage workshop with Toni from The Artistic Bent and Holly covers both trinket dishes and ornaments made from shells. Nest on Main in Northport hosts—street parking can be tight on weeknights, so give yourself a few extra minutes.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Cozy Autumn Sugar Cookie Workshop
This royal icing workshop at Studio Kash covers flooding, outlining, and detailing techniques while you decorate five fall-themed sugar cookies. It's a Friday night session in Northport's Scudder Avenue arts building, second floor. Cookies are pre-baked so you're focused entirely on decorating.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Create a Beautiful Christmas Centerpiece Planter with Toni & Holly!
Build a vintage truck planter that works as a holiday centerpiece—Toni and Holly guide you through the whole thing. Nest on Main in Northport hosts; parking's easier if you arrive a bit early on weeknights.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Holiday Shell Trinket Dishes & Ornaments Workshop with Toni & Holly
Toni from The Artistic Bent and Holly walk you through making shell trinket dishes and ornaments using decoupage. Same workshop as the November 11 session, just a different date at Nest on Main in Northport.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop w/Keri from Loops by Keri
Keri from Loops by Keri shows you how to arm-knit a chunky blanket in one afternoon session—no experience needed. You'll finish with a thick throw that actually looks like you bought it from one of those Instagram ads. Nest on Main is in walkable Northport village with municipal parking behind the strip.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Knitting Workshop For All Levels w/ Keri of Loops by Keri
Keri of Loops by Keri runs this knitting workshop for beginners through advanced knitters at Nest on Main. Bring your current project or start something new—Saturday afternoon in Northport means you can walk to coffee or lunch before or after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
"Dear Mommy's Boss: A Kid's Perspective of the Corporate Workplace"
Author Sydney W. Joshua leads a workshop on work-life balance and workplace communication, framed through her book about kids observing corporate culture. This is more about practical skills than book promotion. Happening at Nest on Main on a Monday evening.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Learn to Use a Sewing Machine / Make your own Patchwork Tote Bag with Keri!
Keri walks you through basic sewing machine operation while you make a patchwork tote bag from start to finish. You'll pick your own fabrics and leave with an actual finished bag, not just a half-done project. This is at Nest on Main in Northport's walkable downtown.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop with Amanda of Creative Retreat
Amanda from Creative Retreat teaches you how to build a coastal Christmas tree using actual beach glass and a starfish topper at Nest on Main. It's a hands-on workshop that puts all those Northport beach walks to use. Main Street parking can be tight on Sundays, so give yourself extra time.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop with Amanda of Creative Retreat
Amanda from Creative Retreat teaches you how to build a coastal Christmas tree using actual beach glass and a starfish topper at Nest on Main. It's a hands-on workshop that puts all those Northport beach walks to use. Thursday evening means easier parking on Main Street than weekend sessions.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Beach Glass Ornaments Workshop
Make three ornaments using actual Long Island beach glass collected from local shores. All materials are provided, so you're just showing up to assemble. Takes place at Nest on Main on a Saturday afternoon in mid-November.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
NEW! Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop
Build and decorate a full gingerbread house at Nest on Main the night before December starts. You'll get all the icing, candy, and structural gingerbread pieces—just bring your design ideas. It's an evening workshop, so you can stop by Cow Harbor afterward if you need to walk off the sugar.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop w/Keri from Loops by Keri
Walk out with a finished chunky knit blanket you made yourself in one evening. Keri from Loops by Keri leads you through the arm-knitting technique using oversized yarn. This class fills up regularly, so check availability early.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Holiday Shell Ornament Workshop with Toni & Holly
Toni and Holly will walk you through decoupage techniques to transform seashells into six holiday ornaments. It's a hands-on workshop at Nest on Main, right on Northport's walkable Main Street strip. Park in the municipal lot behind Main Street—it's a quick walk to the shop.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop with Amanda of Creative Retreat
Amanda from Creative Retreat teaches you how to build a coastal Christmas tree using actual beach glass and a starfish topper at Nest on Main. It's a hands-on workshop that puts all those Northport beach walks to use. This is the last session before Thanksgiving, so book early if you want it done for the holidays.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop w/Keri from Loops by Keri
Keri from Loops by Keri walks you through making a chunky knit blanket from scratch—no needles, just your arms and thick yarn. You'll leave with a finished throw that looks expensive but costs way less than buying one. Nest on Main is on Northport's walkable stretch, so grab dinner after at one of the village spots.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Knitting Workshop For All Levels w/ Keri of Loops by Keri
Keri of Loops by Keri teaches knitting basics and beyond at this Main Street workshop. Beginners can learn the fundamentals while more experienced knitters can tackle new techniques. Nest on Main is right in walkable downtown Northport, so grab dinner at one of the nearby spots after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Little Birdie Mahjong @ Mama Chan’s - Mob Wives Edition
Think mahjong meets mob wife energy at this themed night in Northport. Little Birdie's bringing the tiles and the attitude to Mama Chan's—expect some glamour with your Charleston and your Pungs.
- When
- Where
- Mama Chan’s, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Create Your Own Luxurious Sugar Scrub & Lotion Workshop with Angela
Angela from Alegna Soap walks you through making personalized sugar scrub and lotion from scratch. You'll choose your own scents and ingredients, then take home what you create. Great if you're looking to try DIY skincare or need handmade gifts.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Crushed Glass Beach-Themed Christmas Tree Resin Pour Workshop w/Amanda
Amanda from Creative Retreat teaches you how to make a beach-themed Christmas tree using resin and crushed glass. You'll learn the resin pour technique and take home your finished piece. This is at Nest on Main in mid-November.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Series of (5) Mah Jongg Classes w/Lorie Siegel
Lorie Siegel teaches the rules, strategies, and tile-reading skills you need to play Mah Jongg across five Thursday evening sessions. You'll learn the American version of the game with hands-on practice each week. Classes start in mid-October at Nest on Main in Northport.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Jessica Affatato's second workshop in the series digs into pricing, growth tactics, and turning your idea into steady income. She's done it herself, so expect practical takeaways over generic business advice. Northport's Main Street has metered parking, but the municipal lot behind the shops is your best bet on weekends.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Jessica Affatato covers the actual mechanics of starting a business—pricing your work, turning an idea into revenue, and scaling without losing your mind. She's built her own thing from the ground up, so this isn't theory. Weaver is presenting the series at Nest on Main through fall.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Third session in Jessica Affatato's business workshop series, covering everything from initial concept to sustainable income. She's built her own venture and keeps it real about what actually works versus what sounds good on paper. Starts at 12:30, so you can hit Northport's weekend farmers market first if you time it right.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Jessica Affatato covers the actual mechanics of starting a business—pricing your work, turning an idea into revenue, and scaling without losing your mind. She's built her own thing from the ground up, so this isn't theory. Weaver is presenting the series at Nest on Main through fall.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Introduction to Enameling: Create Your Own Enamel Pendant
Artist Jo Wadler walks you through enameling basics—heating colored glass onto copper to create patterns and texture. You'll leave Studio Kash's second-floor Northport space with a finished pendant. The technique dates back centuries but the class assumes zero experience.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Final workshop in Jessica Affatato's four-part series on building a business that actually pays the bills. She covers pricing, growth, and making your concept viable—all from someone who's navigated it firsthand. Wraps up the series just before the holiday chaos kicks in.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Custom Perfume Making Workshop
Angela from Alegna Soap guides you through blending your own perfume using essential and fragrance oils—you'll leave with a scent that's actually yours. Nest on Main is right on Northport's walkable Main Street, so grab dinner at one of the nearby spots after. Check with the shop for pricing and materials included.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Create a Beautiful Fall Centerpiece Planter with Toni & Holly!
Toni & Holly walk you through turning a vintage pickup truck planter into a fall centerpiece with flowers, greens, and seasonal touches. You'll collage and arrange your own to take home that night. Nest on Main is right on Northport's walkable Main Street strip—grab dinner after at one of the nearby spots.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Read about Northport
- town spotlight Northport Village: A Local's Guide for 2026 Northport Village — the North Shore harbor village with restored 19th-century Main Street, the working harbor + town park, the Engeman Theater, the Saturday farmers market, and the John W. Engeman Theatre + Northport Yacht Club rituals that anchor the village's calendar. Walking distance from the LIRR. The North Shore family Saturday at its best.
- safety Walking on Long Island: The Pedestrian Safety + Legal Guide A practical safety + legal guide for walkers on Long Island — the most dangerous intersections, NY pedestrian right-of-way rules, what to do if you're hit, and how to walk our worst roads more safely.
- town spotlight Huntington Village: A Local's Guide for 2026 The complete local's guide to Huntington Village — restaurants, harbor walks, The Paramount, the Heckscher, Northport ferry option, and the off-hours moves that make the village actually pleasant. Curated by The Editors.