Every major LI concert venue, in one place.
Long Island has one of the most-underrated concert venue mixes in the Northeast — from the 15,000-seat Jones Beach Theater amphitheater on the Atlantic to the 350-seat Boulton Center. This hub covers every venue worth knowing, the upcoming shows that matter, and the parking + LIRR + accessibility details the big sites don't bother with.
The Long Island concert venues, compared
Most NYC-based concert-goers don't realize how distinct each LI venue is. Capacity, vibe, parking, accessibility — these matter as much as the artist.
| Venue | Town | Capacity | Best for | Parking | LIRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater | Wantagh | 15,000 | Outdoor amphitheater. Sunset over the Atlantic. Iconic LI summer. | $30 on-site | Wantagh + 20-min Uber |
| NYCB Theatre at Westbury | Westbury | 2,870 | Indoor-in-the-round. Excellent for boomer + classic rock tributes. | Free, abundant | Westbury + 5-min Uber |
| The Paramount | Huntington | 1,550 | Restored 1920s movie palace. Intimate national touring + comedy. | Free village (after 6 PM) | Huntington + 5-min walk |
| Suffolk Theater | Riverhead | 800 | Restored Art Deco. East End boomer-friendly intimate. | Free village | Riverhead — limited |
| Bay Street Theater | Sag Harbor | 299 | Regional live theater + summer mainstage. Hamptons access. | Free village (off-season) | None — drive only |
| Argyle Theater | Babylon | 499 | Restored 1920s movie palace. Off-Broadway-quality touring. | Free village | Babylon + 5-min walk |
| Mulcahy's Pub + Concert Hall | Wantagh | ~1,200 | Bar + concert hall combo. Live music + nightlife together. | Free on-site | Wantagh + 10-min walk |
Upcoming concerts + shows
18 upcoming shows on our radar. Sorted by date.
Editor's Pick Open Mic Night w/ General George @ Nautilus Roasting
General George hosts this bi-weekly open mic at Nautilus Roasting in Huntington Station—free entry, coffee shop setting, happens every other Thursday at 7 PM. The cafe's on New York Avenue with its own lot, easy in and out.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
Editor's Pick FRIDAY KOMPA VYBEZ
Prime on the Mile runs weekly Kompa nights every Friday starting at 5pm on the Freeport waterfront. Free entry, Haitian dance music, and you're right on Woodcleft with water views. Street parking fills up fast after 6, so get there early or use the municipal lot.
- When
- Where
- Prime on the Mile, Freeport
Editor's Pick Nautilus 1 Year Anniversary Party
Nautilus Roasting hits its one-year mark with a free anniversary bash at their Huntington Station spot. The coffee shop's throwing a party starting at 2pm—expect the usual great coffee plus whatever they're calling 'a doozy.' Parking's easiest in the municipal lot off New York Ave.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
Tobay Getaways! | MarineMax Huntington
MarineMax Huntington is running boats out to Tobay Beach for an afternoon on the sand. It's a chance to see how their fleet handles the open water while you hang out at one of the South Shore's better beach spots. Free event, 2 PM departure from their West Shore Road location.
- When
- Where
- MarineMax Huntington, Huntington
Editor's Pick Mic Check The Live Sessions Homecoming
Battle rap legend Charlie Clips hosts this live music showcase at Stereo Garden, bringing together local talent and hip-hop culture under one roof. The Railroad Avenue venue's intimate setup means you're close to the stage no matter where you stand. Patchogue's got plenty of street parking after 6 PM, and you're a short walk from Cooperage and other post-show spots.
- When
- Where
- Stereo Garden, Patchogue
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Big Shot — The Ultimate Billy Joel Tribute at the Argyle
Big Shot — the touring Billy Joel tribute that's been performing the catalog since 2007 — lands at the Argyle Theater Babylon for a Saturday-night show. 499 seats, restored 1920s movie palace, intimate Babylon Village venue. Pair with Argyle Lake walk + village dinner.
- When
- Where
- Argyle Theater, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Billy Joel at Jones Beach Theater — Hometown Show
Billy Joel's annual Jones Beach Theater hometown show — the most-sacred concert ritual on the Long Island calendar. The Hicksville-raised, Cold Spring Harbor-resident Billboard Hall of Fame inductee returns to the 15,000-seat amphitheater on the Atlantic for a single summer night. The LI deep-cuts come out. The crowd is the most-LI crowd you'll see at any concert. The sunset over Bay Parkway during the opener is structurally perfect. Forty years of LI summer history in one show.
- When
- Where
- Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Emo Night Karaoke Long Island
Sing your favorite emo anthems backed by a live band at Sand City Brewing in Lindenhurst. This is karaoke with actual musicians playing behind you—think Taking Back Sunday, Dashboard, all that early 2000s stuff. Starts at 8pm on Saturday; brewery's right off Wellwood with a small lot out back.
- When
- Where
- Sand City Brewing, Lindenhurst
- Price
- See ticket page
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
Editor's Pick Open Mic At Roots Kava Bar
Port Jeff's weekly open mic at Roots Kava Bar welcomes singers, acoustic players, and poets every Sunday at 7PM. No cover, and the vibe stays mellow—kava, not alcohol. Easy walk from the ferry if you're coming from Connecticut.
- When
- Where
- Roots Kava Bar, Port Jefferson
Des Bishop Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Irish-American comedian Des Bishop performs at Borrelli's Taproom in Long Beach on a Monday night in July. The venue's serving their full menu—pizza, dinner options, cocktails—and requires a two-item minimum. Show starts at 7 PM on West Beech Street.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 4: Draw in Zen
Studio Kash pairs a harbor walk with neurographic art and Zentangle techniques—meditative drawing practices that use repetitive patterns and free-flowing lines. You'll finish with tea and chocolate at their Scudder Avenue studio, a block from Northport's main drag. Parking can be tight in summer, so give yourself a few extra minutes.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Des Bishop Comedy Show @Borrelli's Taproom 9pm Show
Des Bishop brings his stand-up to Borrelli's Taproom in Long Beach for a 9pm show. You'll need to order at least two items from their dinner, cocktail, or pizza menu—basically, grab food and drinks while you watch. The venue's on West Beech Street, walkable from the boardwalk if you're making a night of it.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
An Evening with Laura Lynne Jackson: Author Talk, Q&A, & Book Signing
Laura Lynne Jackson, the bestselling psychic medium and author, leads an evening talk at Nest on Main in Northport. The format includes conversation about her work, audience Q&A, and book signing afterward.
- 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
Peace Frog Music festival!
Doors tribute band The Soft Parade headlines this Jim Morrison celebration, with Rolling Stones tribute Let it Bleed opening. Stereo Garden's outdoor space in downtown Patchogue means you can walk to bars and restaurants before or after—Railroad Avenue has plenty within a block.
- When
- Where
- Stereo Garden, Patchogue
- Price
- See ticket page
Charm Bar at Studio Kash
Pick a bracelet or necklace base, then choose from a curated selection of charms to build your own piece. Studio Kash gives you tools, guidance, and a setup that's more intentional than DIY chaos. Friday night in Northport means you can grab dinner before or drinks after within a two-block walk.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Tiny Toes & The Jazz Crew at Southampton History Museum
Tiny Toes & The Jazz Crew bring interactive jazz to Southampton History Museum's grounds at 11:45AM—think toddlers bopping next to grandparents. The band keeps it short and bouncy, ages 1 to 99. An earlier set runs at 10AM if you want to beat the crowds.
- When
- Where
- Southampton History Museum, Southampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Pre-show + post-show — the LI concert rhythm
Every LI venue has its own pre-show rhythm. Here's the locals' playbook for each.
Jones Beach Theater
Pre: West End boardwalk bars (Sloppy Tuna, Minus5) — 4 mi west, 10-min drive.
Post: Don't drive impaired — Jones Beach DUI enforcement after concerts is the heaviest of any LI venue. LIRR Wantagh + Uber back to the venue lot is the standard car-light move.
The Paramount Huntington
Pre: Dinner at Honu Kitchen, Black & Blue, or Bistro Cassis — all 5-8 min walk in Huntington Village.
Post: Crew, Old Fields Tavern, or any of the New York Ave bars stay open late. LIRR Huntington station has a late-night Saturday train back to Penn.
NYCB Theatre at Westbury
Pre: Limited walkable dining around the venue. Plan to eat in Garden City or Westbury Village before the show, or grab quick venue concessions.
Post: Most boomer-aged audiences head home directly. Parking is free + abundant; departure is quick.
Suffolk Theater Riverhead
Pre: Walk Main Street Riverhead — restored downtown, walk-up restaurants, easy 10-15 min stroll.
Post: The Aquarium 5-min drive west has a quiet bar. Or East End wineries on the way home if it's not too late.
Concert-going safety + logistics
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