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 Northport Fall Festival
Northport Village's signature street festival shuts Main Street down for a full Saturday of food trucks, live music on the harborfront stage, kids' rides, and 100+ local vendors. Park on Bay Avenue by 10:30 AM — the main lot fills by 11. The food vendor lineup at the village green is the highlight; line up by noon for the first wave before the lunch rush.
- When
- Where
- Northport Village, Northport
Editor's Pick Process Heart Class 3: Make Your Mark
This art class starts with a mindful walk by the harbor, then moves into making expressive marks with ink, marbles, and yarn. Studio Kash provides tea and chocolate while you work. It's the third in their Process Heart series, focused more on the doing than the end result.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Workshop Series Bundle
Artist and educator Kelly Clancy-Nill leads this five-week series at Studio Kash in Northport, combining mindfulness practices with hands-on art making. Classes run Monday evenings starting July 6. The studio is on Scudder Avenue, walkable from Northport village.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Intermediate Open Crochet Workshop w/Amanda of Creative Retreat -Age 16+
Bring your own materials and work on whatever crochet project you've got going, with Amanda from Creative Retreat available to troubleshoot or teach new techniques. This is for ages 16+ who already know the basics.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Postcards from the Future: A Creative Collage Night
Make a collage postcard addressed to your future self using vintage papers, mixed media, and digital art supplies. Studio Kash provides all materials and prompts to help you think about where you're headed. Mail it to yourself or keep it—your call.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 4: Draw in Zen
This Monday evening class combines a short mindful walk along Northport Harbor with neurographic art and Zentangle drawing back at the studio. You'll learn meditative drawing techniques designed to quiet the mind while sipping tea and nibbling chocolate. Studio Kash provides all materials and a little reflection time to close out the session.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Beyond the No: Celebrating Creative Persistence — A REJECTED Discussion
This free table talk at Kasher Gallery brings together local creatives who've been rejected and kept going anyway. It's part of their REJECTED exhibition series, so expect real stories about pivoting after hearing no. Starts at 4 PM on Scudder Ave in Northport.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
Silent Book Club – Hosted by The Book Whisperer
Bring whatever you're currently reading and settle in for an hour of communal silent reading at this free monthly meetup. No book discussion required—just the company of other readers who get that sometimes you want to be around people without actually talking to them. Hosted by The Book Whisperer at Nest on Main's cozy space on Northport's walkable Main Street.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Silent Book Club In The Park – Hosted by The Book Whisperer
The Book Whisperer's Silent Book Club meets at Northport Village Park for an hour of quiet reading outdoors. Bring whatever you're currently reading—no assigned books, no discussion required, just low-key company and your own pages. Free, and the park's right by the harbor if you want to walk around after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Introduction to Stained Glass: Honeycomb Bee Suncatcher Workshop
Learn basic stained glass techniques while cutting, foiling, and soldering your own honeycomb bee suncatcher in this hands-on workshop. You'll leave with a finished piece to hang in your window. No prior experience needed—instructor walks you through each step.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
NEW! Hands-On Focaccia Sourdough Bread-Making Workshop with Reanna
Reanna from Re's Bread walks you through making focaccia with sourdough starter from scratch in this hands-on Friday evening class. You'll be working with actual dough, not just watching a demo. Nest on Main is steps from Northport Harbor if you want to grab a drink after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Writers' Circle: Exploring the Self
Melissa Dennihy leads this afternoon writing session at Studio Kash, working through prompts about identity and personal growth. It's a guided workshop format, so you'll actually put pen to paper rather than just discuss craft. The studio's on the second floor at 19 Scudder in downtown Northport.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Ocean Wave-or-Beach Scene Resin Pour Crushed Glass Workshop w/Amanda Age18+
Amanda from Creative Retreat teaches you how to create an ocean wave or beach scene using resin pour and crushed glass—a solid intro to resin art if you've been curious. This one's 18+ and at Nest on Main in Northport village.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Learn to Use a Sewing Machine & Make a Reversible Bucket Hat w/Keri
Never touched a sewing machine? Keri of Loops by Keri walks you through the basics and you'll leave with a finished reversible bucket hat. Solid two-hour crash course if you've been wanting to learn.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Porcelain Plate Painting
Paint your own porcelain plate that actually looks good enough to display or gift. Studio Kash provides the blank plates, paints, and guidance on the second floor of their Northport space. No experience needed—just show up Tuesday evening ready to design.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Little Birdie Mahjong @ Mama Chan’s - Studio 54 style
Hong Kong-style mahjong meets Studio 54 aesthetics at Mama Chan's in Northport, with disco vibes and signature cocktails alongside the tile game. Little Birdie Mahjong Social Club runs the evening, so expect some instruction if you're new to the four-player strategy game. Fort Salonga Road location has its own lot.
- When
- Where
- Mama Chan’s, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
zine workshop: exploring rejection
Studio Kash's zine workshop gives you a framework for turning rejection into an 8-page art piece. You'll use collage, writing, and whatever medium speaks to you—all tied to their REJECTED exhibition. It's at their Scudder Ave space in Northport, 6:30 PM start.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
An Evening with Laura Lynne Jackson: Author Talk, Q&A, & Book Signing
Psychic medium and bestselling author Laura Lynne Jackson talks about her work, takes questions, and signs books in Northport village. She's based on Long Island and has a serious following, so this is a rare chance to hear her in a small setting.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Charm Bar at Studio Kash
Studio Kash sets out a curated selection of bases and charms so you can design and assemble your own charm jewelry on the spot. They provide the tools, guidance, and everything you need to make something you'll actually wear. It's like a build-your-own-bracelet bar but for adults who want something personal.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 5: Reduce.Reuse. Create.
Bring nothing—Studio Kash supplies all the recycled materials you'll turn into collage art after a short, mindful walk by Northport Harbor. The class includes tea and chocolate, plus time to talk through what you made. It's part art project, part meditation practice, happening at their Scudder Avenue studio.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Watercolor Foundations: 3-Week Workshop Bundle
Studio Kash's three-week watercolor series takes you from mixing colors to painting still lifes and landscapes, with all the foundational techniques covered along the way. Classes meet Monday evenings at their Northport studio above the Scudder Avenue shops. No prior painting experience needed—they'll get you set up.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
NEW! Hands-On Focaccia Sourdough Bread-Making Workshop with Reanna
Reanna from Re's Bread is teaching you how to make focaccia sourdough from scratch at this hands-on workshop. You'll leave with actual bread-making skills and probably some dough to bake at home. Nest on Main is right on Northport's walkable Main Street, so you can grab dinner after at one of the nearby spots.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Summer Creative Lab: A 3-Week Creative Media Program
Teens can spend three weeks learning creative media at Kasher Gallery's summer program in Northport. Morning sessions run Mondays starting August 10. Studio Kash is running it out of their Scudder Ave space.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Watercolor Workshop Series Class 1
This first watercolor session covers the basics: how to handle brushes, control water, and mix colors. It's beginner-friendly and meets at 6:30 PM on the second floor of Studio Kash's Northport spot. Good starting point if you've been wanting to try watercolor.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Learn to Use a Sewing Machine / Make your own Apron with Keri!
Keri's teaching you the basics of machine sewing while you make an actual apron—so you're learning technique and leaving with something useful. You'll pick your own fabric and finish the whole project in one evening. No prior sewing experience required.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Watercolor Workshop Series Class 2
The second watercolor class focuses on still life painting—composition, light, shadow, and how to really observe what you're painting. Same location as Class 1, second floor on Scudder Ave in Northport, 6:30 PM. You'll work on building value and depth.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
✨ Create a One-of-a-Kind Decoupage Collage Cork Board! ✨
You'll turn vintage papers, florals, and other materials into a custom collage cork board using decoupage technique. All supplies are included and you don't need any experience—just show up and start gluing. Takes about two hours start to finish.
- 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 teaches you to arm-knit an oversized chenille blanket in one evening session. You'll finish your chunky throw before you leave—no needles required, just your hands and arms. Great for beginners who want instant gratification.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
An Evening with Laura Lynne Jackson Meet & Greet • Book Signing • Q&A
Laura Lynne Jackson—the bestselling author and psychic medium who's been on basically every major talk show—comes to Nest on Main for a book signing, Q&A, and meet-and-greet. She's based on the Island, so this is a rare chance to see her in a small venue instead of a packed auditorium. Northport's Main Street has metered parking and a few pay lots within two blocks.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
NEW! Lemon Topiary Making Class - Hosted by All Set By Gabrielle
All Set By Gabrielle is showing you how to build a faux lemon topiary in a chinoiserie ginger jar—the kind of coastal prep decor you see all over the North Shore. You'll make the entire thing from scratch and take it home. This one's at Nest on Main in Northport on a Sunday afternoon.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Stitch Club: Hand Stitch Embroidery Series
This hand embroidery series teaches you traditional stitching techniques you can use on clothes, tote bags, pillows, or whatever needs personalizing. It's an ongoing stitch club, so you'll build skills over multiple sessions. Starts Saturday morning in Northport.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Soap Making Workshop with Angela of Alegna Soap
Angela from Alegna Soap walks you through making your own bar from scratch at this Northport workshop. You'll leave with soap you actually made, not just decorated. Nest on Main is right on the main drag, so you can grab lunch before or after at one of the cafes nearby.
- 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 teaches you to arm-knit an oversized chenille blanket in one afternoon session. You'll finish your chunky throw before you leave—no needles required, just your hands and arms. Great for beginners who want instant gratification.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Knitting Workshop For All Levels w/ Keri of Loops by Keri
Bring your current knitting project or start a new one with guidance from Keri of Loops by Keri. She'll help troubleshoot problem spots, teach new stitches, or get total beginners started with the basics. Open to knitters at any skill level.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
THE SEASONS IN BLOOM: Summer Arrangements
Studio Kash's summer floral workshop focuses on seasonal blooms and hands-on arranging—you'll actually make something to take home. The series rotates with the seasons, so the flowers and techniques change depending on when you show up. Scudder Avenue has street parking, though it fills up on nice weekends.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Watercolor Workshop Series Class 3
This third session in Studio Kash's watercolor series focuses on landscape painting—you'll work on perspective, depth, and how light hits different textures. It's at their second-floor studio on Scudder Ave in Northport, right in the walkable downtown area. Park in the municipal lot on Main Street and it's a two-minute walk.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Author Event: Meet and Greet with Francesca Cocchi & Kyleigh Leddy
Authors Francesca Cocchi and Kyleigh Leddy are both at Nest on Main for an evening meet and greet. Bring books to sign or just come say hi — these tend to be low-key and conversational.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Custom Perfume Making Workshop
Angela of Alegna Soap walks you through blending your own perfume using essential and fragrance oils at this Northport workshop. You'll leave with a custom scent that's actually yours, not something 47 other people are wearing. Main Street parking can be tight on Saturdays, so give yourself extra time.
- 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 walks you through knitting basics or helps advance your technique, depending on where you're at. Nest on Main is right on Northport's walkable Main Street, so grab dinner before or after at one of the village spots nearby.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
NEW! Christmas in July - Beach Glass Ornaments Workshop
You'll make three ornaments using actual Long Island sea glass at this mid-summer workshop in downtown Northport. All materials are provided, and Main Street parking is free on Sundays. Nest on Main is walkable from the harbor if you want to grab lunch before or after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Tote Bar: Paint & Patch
Customize a tote bag with fabric paint and iron-on patches at Studio Kash's second-floor space. You pick the patches, they supply the rest, and you leave with a bag that actually looks like you. Bring friends—it's more fun with company.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Air Dry Clay Hanging Charms
Press real botanicals into air-dry clay to make hanging charms at this Sunday afternoon workshop. Studio Kash supplies the clay and plants—you just show up and get your hands dirty. Their Northport space is a quick walk from the harbor if you want to grab lunch before or after.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
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