Babylon
Babylon Village is the South Shore equivalent of Northport — walkable harbor downtown, restaurant scene, Argyle Theater as the cultural anchor. Captree State Park + Fire Island ferries are 15 minutes south. Smaller and quieter than Patchogue, more refined.
Known for
- Argyle Theater
- Argyle Lake
- harbor village
- South Shore dining
- Fire Island access
Babylon Village is the South Shore’s best-kept small-downtown secret. Walkable Main Street, Argyle Lake as the centerpiece, Argyle Theater as the cultural anchor, and a restaurant scene that punches well above the village’s small size.
The play:
- Argyle Theater — touring shows, Sunday cabaret, classic theater
- Argyle Lake — gazebo park, summer farmer’s market
- Restaurant strip on Deer Park Ave — Mara’s, Argyle Grill, La Sicilia
- Captree State Park (10 min south) — fishing pier, Fire Island ferries
Best Friday-night move: dinner at Mara’s, cabaret at the Argyle, drinks at Argyle Grill after.
Upcoming in Babylon
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
Argyle Theater Cabaret — Summer Sunday Series
Six Broadway + Off-Broadway performers in the Argyle's intimate cabaret format. 90 minutes, no intermission, table seating, two-drink minimum. The summer series brings the bigger touring names — book the front balcony two-tops 3+ months ahead.
- When
- Where
- Argyle Theater, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Messy Church
A crafts-and-snacks session that leans into the chaos—expect glue, glitter, and Bible stories in equal measure. Free Wednesday night programming at the Methodist church on James Street.
- When
- Where
- United Methodist Church of Babylon, Babylon
Singles Band Jam Sunset Boat Cruise Dinner / Dance- All Ages
The Moon Chaser cruises out of Babylon at 7pm for a singles-only sunset sail with a live band, dinner, and dancing. All ages welcome, though you must be single to board. The boat leaves from the dock at 3500 Ocean Parkway—arrive 20 minutes early for check-in.
- When
- Where
- The Moon Chaser, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Bay Walk: Children’s Program (ages 8+), $4 per child upon arrival
Kids 8 and up can explore the bay ecosystem at Robert Moses Field 2 with a ranger-led walk along the shoreline. You'll check out what's living in the water and along the sand—$4 per child at arrival. Starts at 10 AM, so beat the beach crowds.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 2, Babylon
Assassin Bar Crawl - Babylon Village
This bar crawl through Babylon Village adds an Assassin twist—you're trying to tag targets while avoiding getting tagged yourself as you move between bars. Starts at The Villager on Deer Park Ave at 7 PM. Expect social strategy, light paranoia, and probably some creative rule-bending.
- When
- Where
- The Villager, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Table Talk Society
This networking session brings together wellness professionals—therapists, practitioners, coaches—for structured conversation and community building over coffee. It's on West Main in Babylon, so street parking can be tight on Sunday mornings, but there's a municipal lot a block north. Allison's running it out of Village Therapy & Wellness, starts at 10 AM.
- When
- Where
- Village Therapy & Wellness, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Bay Walk: Children's Program, $4 per child upon arrival
A guided bay walk along Fire Island Inlet at Robert Moses Field 2 teaches kids about shoreline ecology and marine life. The program meets at the Field 2 parking area—bring water shoes if you have them. Listed as free but $4 per child when you arrive.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 2, Babylon
Passport Through Parks: Robert Moses, Family Program, $4 per person
This monthly hiking series hits a different Long Island state park each time, covering the full roster from Montauk to the city line. September's stop is Robert Moses Field 2, where you'll walk the dunes and maritime forest with a park naturalist. It's the kind of thing that gets you to parks you'd otherwise skip.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 2, Babylon
Read about Babylon
- town spotlight Babylon Village: A Local's Guide for 2026 The complete local's guide to Babylon Village — the South Shore's underrated harbor village. Argyle Theater, Argyle Lake, the restaurant strip, Fire Island ferry access, and the off-hours moves locals know.
- safety Driving on Long Island: The Safety + Insurance Guide for 2026 A practical guide to driving safely on Long Island — the most dangerous corridors, NY no-fault insurance basics, what to do at the scene of a crash, and how to navigate a claim. Editorial content, not legal advice.
- safety Cycling on Long Island: The Safety + Legal Guide for 2026 A practical guide to cycling safely on Long Island — best routes, the most dangerous stretches to avoid, NY bike law, what to do if you're in a crash, and how to get back on the road with confidence.