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 Geology Rocks!: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Ages 3-5 get hands-on with rocks, minerals, and basic geology at Nissequogue River State Park. It's $4 per child, runs at 10:30 AM, and meets at the main office building in Kings Park. Short enough to keep preschoolers engaged without losing them halfway through.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Editor's Pick FRIDAY KOMPA VYBEZ
Prime on the Mile brings kompa—the Haitian dance music—to Freeport's waterfront every Friday starting at 5 PM. It's right on Woodcleft Avenue where all the seafood restaurants are, so you can grab dinner before or after. Free entry, recurring weekly.
- When
- Where
- Prime on the Mile, Freeport
Autumn Blooms: Fall Paint Night
Paint night at Nest on Main focused on autumn florals—think warm tones and seasonal blooms. Northport's Main Street has easy street parking and plenty of places to grab a drink afterward.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
iPhone Photography, Part Two: Making The Image Your Own
Tony covers the editing side of iPhone photography—adjustments, touch-ups, and how to push a snapshot into something you'd actually frame. This is part two, so you'll want basic iPhone camera knowledge going in. Landcraft's gardens make a solid backdrop if you want to test techniques between sessions.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Aaron Berg and Brendan Sagalow Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Aaron Berg and Brendan Sagalow bring their sets to Borrelli's comedy room on West Beech. You can order from the full dinner and cocktail menu while you watch—Borrelli's keeps the kitchen open during shows.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Open Mic Night w/ General George @ Nautilus Roasting
General George hosts open mic every other Thursday at this Huntington Station coffee shop on New York Avenue. Bring your guitar, poetry, or whatever you've been working on—it's a low-key spot to try out new material. Free coffee shop vibes, 7 PM start.
- When
- Where
- Nautilus Roasting Co - Coffee Shop and Cafe, Huntington Station
Club 30+ : PATCHOGUE NY (Stereo Garden)
Daytime dance party starting at 5 PM for the over-30 crowd at Stereo Garden on Railroad Avenue. It's clubbing without the midnight commitment, right in downtown Patchogue where you can grab dinner before or after.
- When
- Where
- Stereo Garden, Patchogue
- Price
- See ticket page
Club 30+ : PATCHOGUE NY (Stereo Garden) (NOT IN USE)
Stereo Garden in Patchogue hosts an afternoon dance party specifically for the over-30 crowd. Doors open at 5 PM on Saturday, giving you time to grab dinner afterward at one of the Railroad Avenue spots nearby.
- When
- Where
- Stereo Garden, Patchogue
- Price
- See ticket page
LI Dead Collective Presents: Let It Grow - Shakedown Citi
Shakedown Citi is playing an outdoor show at Cassidy Hill Farm in Manorville—Dead-inspired jams in a field, starts at 1 PM on Sunday. Long Island Dead Collective is running it, so expect a full day of music. The farm's on North Street if you're coming from the east.
- When
- Where
- Cassidy Hill Farm Ventures LLC, Manorville
- Price
- See ticket page
Sing Along Jazz Jam by East End Jazz
East End Jazz turns the Southampton Cultural Center into an open sing-along where you can actually join in on standards and jazz classics. Bring your voice or just clap along—the band adapts to whoever shows up, making it more jam session than formal performance. The venue's on Pond Lane near the village center, easy walk from street parking.
- When
- Where
- Southampton Cultural Center, Southampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Sam Morril Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Sam Morril performs at Borrelli's in Long Beach at 7:30 PM. The venue requires a two-item minimum, but you've got the full dinner, cocktail, and pizza menu to choose from during the show.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Sam Morril Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Borrelli's added a 9 PM show for Sam Morril after the earlier set sold quickly. Same deal as the first show—two-item minimum, full menu available including pizza and cocktails.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Artist Spotlight: Tim Burton Workshop -Family Program 12+, $4 per person
Learn ink-drawing techniques inspired by Tim Burton's distinctive style while watching one of his films during this Inktober workshop for ages 12+. $4 per person at the Nissequogue River State Park main office building. Bring your own sketchbook if you have one.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Editor's Pick Artist Spotlight: Tim Burton Workshop -Family Program Age13+, $4 per person
Learn ink drawing techniques while screening a Tim Burton film during this Inktober workshop for teens and adults. It's $4 per person at Nissequogue River State Park's main office building off the St. Johnland Road entrance. Bring your own sketchbook if you've got one, though materials are provided.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Long Island Comedy Festival — Three Nights, Three Venues
Long Island Comedy Festival is a three-night October showcase across Governor's Comedy Club Levittown, The Paramount Huntington, and the Suffolk Theater Riverhead. 12+ touring acts including former SNL writers, late-night regulars, and rising NYC comics. The locals' move for serious comedy in a single weekend.
- When
- Where
- Multiple Venues (Governor's + Paramount + Suffolk Theater), Long Island
- Price
- See ticket page
Pumpkin Carving: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Carve pumpkins at a picnic table overlooking the Nissequogue River instead of your kitchen counter. Bring your own pumpkin and $4 cash per person—carving tools and cleanup are handled for you. The main office building has restrooms and the parking lot rarely fills up on Sunday mornings.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Boheme to Broadway
New York Dance Theatre is staging a performance that pulls from ballet, opera, and Broadway at Stage 74 in Commack. Expect music-driven storytelling that crosses genres. The venue's right off Hauppauge Road, easy access from the LIE.
- When
- Where
- Stage 74 74 Hauppauge Rd, Commack
- Price
- See ticket page
Artist Trading Cards Workshop
Make miniature mixed-media Artist Trading Cards using paint, collage, and whatever else catches your eye. You can swap cards with other participants or hoard them all for yourself—both strategies are valid.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- 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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