Upcoming events on Long Island
Continuing the list — 256 curated events total. Handpicked by The Editors.
What's the Buzz? Tiny Tots Program (Ages 3-5). $4 per child upon arrival
This hands-on nature program at Connetquot River State Park gets preschoolers (ages 3-5) learning about bees and pollinators through crafts and outdoor exploration. Runs 10:30 AM on a Wednesday morning in mid-August. It's technically free, but there's a $4 per child fee when you show up.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Fruits & Veggies-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child
Preschoolers learn where their snacks come from through hands-on activities at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center. The program covers fruits and vegetables found in local gardens and wild spaces. Bring $4 cash per kid; park in Lot 1 off the Sunken Meadow Parkway.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Kayak Nature Tour: Nissequogue Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival
Paddle a quiet stretch of the Nissequogue with a naturalist pointing out herons, osprey, and whatever else is active that afternoon. You'll need your own kayak and basic paddling experience—this isn't a learn-to-paddle session. Launch is from the park's boat area off Saint Johnland Road.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park, Kings Park
Summer Wildlife Safari - Family program, $4 cash per person upon arrival
A guided walk through Sunken Meadow to spot whatever summer wildlife is out—could be ospreys, crabs, or monarch butterflies depending on the day. $4 cash per person at Lot 3. Good for kids who can handle a mile or so of walking.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3, Kings Park
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop w/Keri from Loops by Keri
Keri from Loops by Keri teaches you to hand-knit a chunky blanket in one session—no needles, just your arms and super-bulky yarn. You go home with a finished throw. This workshop runs regularly at Nest on Main if this date doesn't work.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Salon in the Garden Series: Anne Spencer
Poet laureates Kimiko Hahn and Chip Williford will read the works of Anne Spencer in Landcraft's gardens, followed by a screening of the documentary Earth I Thank You. The evening starts at 6:30 PM on Saturday. Landcraft's Mattituck location is right off Route 25, with parking on-site.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Process Heart Class 5: Reduce.Reuse. Create.
Walk the harbor to clear your head, then head to Studio Kash to build collage art from recycled materials you'll transform into something intentional. Includes tea, chocolate, and group reflection time afterward.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Chris Distefano Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Chris Distefano—known from his Netflix specials and The Bonfire podcast—performs at Borrelli's Taproom. You'll need to order at least two items from their dinner, pizza, or cocktail menu. This is the earlier of two shows that night if you're trying to beat the crowd.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Chris Distefano Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Chris Distefano's second show of the night gives you a later option if the 7pm slot doesn't work. Same two-item minimum applies—grab dinner, drinks, or pizza while he's on stage. Borrelli's is right off the Long Beach boardwalk, walkable from the LIRR station.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Summer Comedy Show
Comedian Chris Plumer headlines this stand-up show at SquareHead Brewery on Friday night. The Holbrook brewery's been booking comedy regularly—tables fill up, so showing up closer to 7:30pm helps. They've got their full beer menu and food available during the show.
- When
- Where
- SquareHead Brewing Company, Holbrook
- Price
- See ticket page
Watercolor Foundations: 3-Week Workshop Bundle
Studio Kash runs this three-Monday series that takes you from basic brush technique through still lifes and landscapes. It's structured for actual beginners—you'll learn why watercolor behaves the way it does, then apply it. Classes meet Monday evenings starting August 10 on the second floor at 19 Scudder.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Peter Correale Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Peter Correale—you might know him from his Comedy Central specials or his work writing for Bill Burr—headlines at Borrelli's. Two-item minimum covers anything from their dinner and pizza menu to cocktails. Show starts at 7pm, so plan to grab food beforehand or order when you arrive.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page