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
Preschoolers (ages 3-5) learn about rocks, minerals, and basic geology through hands-on activities at Nissequogue River. Meet at the main admin building off Route 25A, $4 per child cash when you get there.
- 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. The venue sits right on Woodcleft Avenue near the nautical mile, so you can walk over from the docks or grab dinner at one of the seafood spots nearby. Free entry, weekly rhythm.
- When
- Where
- Prime on the Mile, Freeport
Autumn Blooms: Fall Paint Night
A guided paint night focused on fall florals and autumn colors. Nest on Main provides the canvas, paints, and instruction—you bring whatever you're drinking. Main Street parking can be tight on Friday evenings, so arrive early or use the lot behind the post office.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
iPhone Photography, Part Two: Making The Image Your Own
Tony's second iPhone photography workshop at Landcraft Garden Foundation focuses on editing—the adjustments and touch-ups that turn a decent shot into something you'd actually frame. The gardens themselves give you plenty to practice on. Starts at 9:30 AM, and Grand Avenue in Mattituck is easy to find with parking on-site.
- 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 NYC comedy energy to Long Beach's favorite taproom. Full dinner and cocktails available during the show at 912 West Beech Street.
- 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 this bi-weekly open mic at Nautilus Roasting in Huntington Station—bring your guitar, poems, or just grab a coffee and watch. It runs every other Thursday at 7 PM, so check which weeks are live before you head over. Free entry, and you're steps from other New York Avenue spots if you want to make it a night out.
- 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
Grateful Dead tribute band Shakedown Citi plays an afternoon show at Cassidy Hill Farm in Manorville. The Long Island Dead Collective is hosting, so expect other Deadheads and an outdoor farm setting. Starts at 1 PM.
- When
- Where
- Cassidy Hill Farm Ventures LLC, Manorville
- Price
- See ticket page
Sing Along Jazz Jam by East End Jazz
East End Jazz turns their usual performance into a singalong at Southampton Cultural Center, so you can actually belt out the standards instead of just nodding along. The session starts at 2 PM on a Sunday afternoon. Pond Lane has metered street parking plus a municipal lot around the corner.
- When
- Where
- Southampton Cultural Center, Southampton
- Price
- See ticket page
Sam Morril Comedy Night @Borrelli's Taproom
Sam Morril headlines at Borrelli's Taproom with full dinner, cocktails, and pizza available throughout the 7:30 PM set. Two-item minimum purchase required.
- 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 9:00 PM same night due to demand. Two-item minimum, full menu available including Borrelli's pizza.
- 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 watching a Tim Burton film—think dark, stylized character work timed to Inktober. It's for ages 13 and up, $4 per person at the door. The Reichert building at Nissequogue River has easy parking right out front.
- 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
Bring your family to carve pumpkins at Nissequogue River State Park the Sunday before Halloween. Tools and guidance provided, $4 per person when you arrive. Parking's straightforward at the main office building.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Boheme to Broadway
New York Dance Theatre combines ballet choreography with opera and Broadway scores for this performance at Stage 74 in Commack. Think classical technique set to show tunes and operatic moments. Curtain at 4 PM.
- When
- Where
- Stage 74 74 Hauppauge Rd, Commack
- Price
- See ticket page
Artist Trading Cards Workshop
Make miniature mixed-media art on small trading cards using paint, collage, and whatever else calls to you. You can swap your finished cards with other artists or start your own collection.
- 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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