Upcoming events on Long Island
Continuing the list — 172 curated events total. Handpicked by The Editors.
Artist Spotlight: Frida Kahlo Workshop -Family Program 12+, $4 per person
This workshop digs into Frida Kahlo's life and artistic style, geared toward ages 12 and up. Expect discussion of her self-portraits, her relationship with pain and identity, and hands-on creative work. Free program at Nissequogue River State Park's main office in Kings Park, $4 parking fee.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Natural History Hike: Adult Program, $4 per person upon arrival
This adults-only guided hike covers both the natural ecosystems and lesser-known history of Nissequogue River State Park. The trail winds through woodlands near the Nissequogue River, so wear sturdy shoes. Free admission, same building as the Frida workshop.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Aaron Berg and Brendan Sagalow Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Aaron Berg and Brendan Sagalow are bringing their sets to Borrelli's stage on a Tuesday night. The taproom runs a full dinner and cocktail menu, so you can make it an actual night out. West Beech Street in Long Beach—plenty of street parking if you arrive early.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Sam Morril Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Sam Morril takes Borrelli's stage at 7:30pm for the early show. Two-item minimum gets you access to their full dinner, cocktail, and pizza lineup. This is the first of two back-to-back shows, so if you like eating before 8pm, grab this slot.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Sam Morril Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Second show added for Sam Morril at 9pm, same night, same Borrelli's stage. Same two-item minimum applies—pizza, cocktails, dinner all available. Long Beach locals know street parking fills up on West Beech, so plan accordingly.
- When
- Where
- Borrelli's Taproom, Long Beach
- Price
- See ticket page
Spooky Skeletons: Children's Program, $4.00 per child on arrival
Kids will handle real animal bones and skulls—learning which creatures they came from and how skeletons work in the wild—during this evening program at Connetquot. Starts at 6:30 PM, $4 per child when you get there.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Pumpkin Carving: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Bring your family to carve pumpkins at Nissequogue River State Park's main office building. It's $4 per person when you arrive, and they provide the setup for seasonal decorating.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Nest Book Club Discussion: Hollow Bones by Jodi Picoult
Nest on Main hosts a free discussion of Jodi Picoult's Hollow Bones on a Tuesday evening. Show up if you've read it, show up if you're halfway through—all levels of preparedness welcome. Grab dinner at one of the Main Street spots beforehand and make it a full evening out.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Mystical Creatures: Childrens program (ages 6+), $4.00 per child on arrival
This twilight walk at Connetquot leans into Halloween with stories about real (not imaginary) creatures that come out after dark—owls, bats, and whatever else is rustling around. For ages 6 and up, $4 per child when you arrive.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Know your Bones - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
This all-abilities family program teaches skeletal anatomy through accessible, hands-on activities designed for visitors with varying physical and developmental needs. It's free and runs at Sunken Meadow's Nature Center the Friday before Halloween.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop with Amanda of Creative Retreat
Build a Christmas tree from actual beach glass and top it with a starfish in this workshop with Amanda of Creative Retreat. It's holiday decor that won't feel out of place in a beach town. Nest on Main sits on Northport's walkable Main Street with restaurants and bars nearby.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Future Millionaires: Dinner with Entrepreneurs | Long Island
Monthly dinner series where local entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners meet over food at a rotating Bay Shore restaurant on Maple Avenue. Expect real talk about startups, funding, and what it actually takes to build something here. Tables are small so conversations stay intimate and useful.
- When
- Where
- Restaurant of the Week, Bay Shore
- Price
- See ticket page