Long Island concerts for boomers + classic-rock fans
Jones Beach Theater's open-air amphitheater, NYCB Theatre at Westbury's indoor-in-the-round, Suffolk Theater's restored intimate hall, The Paramount's touring acts. The LI concert venues built for the audience that lived through the music the first time.
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Editor's Pick FRIDAY KOMPA VYBEZ
Prime on the Mile does Kompa Fridays starting at 5 PM—Caribbean rhythms and waterfront views in Freeport. It's a weekly thing, no cover. Street parking can be tight on Woodcleft, so get there early or walk from the LIRR.
- When
- Where
- Prime on the Mile, Freeport
Editor's Pick Open Mic Night w/ General George @ Nautilus Roasting
General George hosts an open mic every other Thursday at Nautilus Roasting in Huntington Station. Free to perform or just grab coffee and watch. Next one's October 29 at 7 PM.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
"The World of Jazz Guitar" Jazz Jam Session
This monthly jam session puts the guitar front and center, with players running through swing, bebop, bossa nova, and soul-jazz standards. It's at the Southampton Cultural Center on Pond Lane, where the acoustics actually let you hear the nuance. Bring your axe if you play, or just come to listen.
- When
- Where
- Southampton Cultural Center, Southampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Open Mic Night w/ General George @ Nautilus Roasting
General George hosts an open mic every other Thursday at Nautilus Roasting in Huntington Station. Free to perform or just grab coffee and watch. Next one's November 12 at 7 PM.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
Editor's Pick Serenade Duo’s Shining Light Series: Adoration — Florence Price
Serenade Duo performs the music of Florence Price on flute and guitar, with conversation about her work and a community art component. Free concert at Kasher Gallery on 19 Scudder Avenue in Northport.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
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
Long Beach Marathon + Half — Boardwalk Sunday
Long Beach's annual fall marathon + half-marathon along the 2.2-mile boardwalk + neighborhood streets. The boardwalk loop is genuinely one of the prettiest urban race courses in metro NYC. Spectator-friendly — most of the course is visible from the boardwalk.
- When
- Where
- Long Beach Boardwalk, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
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