Upcoming events on Long Island
Continuing the list — 256 curated events total. Handpicked by The Editors.
Botanical Details in Colored Pencil
Botanical illustrator Christiane Fashek teaches you how to capture plant details in colored pencil, working from what's actually growing at Landcraft. The class runs in the morning when the garden light is sharpest, so bring your coffee and settle in for close observation.
- When
- Where
- The Landcraft Garden Foundation, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Plant Nite • Levittown Lanes Bar & Grill • Levittown
Plant a beach-themed succulent arrangement at Levittown Lanes while you drink. The "Succulents By The Sea" workshop includes all the plants, containers, and soil you need. No green thumb required—they guide you through the whole thing.
- When
- Where
- Levittown Lanes Bar & Grill, Levittown
- Price
- See ticket page
Christian Women's Conference
Faith Baptist Church hosts a day-long conference for Christian women at Verdi's in Westbury. Expect fellowship, empowerment talks, and spiritual programming starting at noon. The venue's on Old Country Road with plenty of parking.
- When
- Where
- Verdi's, Westbury
- Price
- See ticket page
Table Talk Society
Wellness professionals gather for Sunday morning conversation and networking at Village Therapy & Wellness on West Main Street in Babylon. It's a low-key chance to connect with others in the field while working on various crafts. Organizer Allison keeps it focused on building community among people doing similar work.
- When
- Where
- Village Therapy & Wellness, Babylon
- Price
- See ticket page
Long Island Barber Expo
Barbers compete in live battles while educators run demos and technique workshops at this industry expo at Mulcahy's in Wantagh. Vendors set up throughout the venue, and you'll find working barbers from across the region trading tips and showing off new skills. Railroad Avenue parking fills up fast on weekends, so arrive early or try the municipal lot one block north.
- When
- Where
- Mulcahy's Pub and Concert Hall, Wantagh
- Price
- See ticket page
THE SEASONS IN BLOOM: Summer Arrangements
Studio Kash's seasonal workshop walks you through building summer arrangements with locally sourced blooms. You'll work hands-on with fresh flowers while learning arranging techniques that follow what's actually growing right now. The studio's on Scudder in downtown Northport, walkable from Main Street if you're making an afternoon of it.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Bay Walk: Children's Program, $4 per child upon arrival
Kids can explore the shoreline and tidal zones along Fire Island Inlet during this guided walk at Robert Moses Field 2. The program costs $4 per child at arrival, plus standard beach parking fees. Bring water shoes and sun protection for the bay's edge.
- When
- Where
- Robert Moses State Park Field 2, Babylon
Full Moon Hike: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Hike Connetquot's trails after dark under the August full moon—flashlights provided, but the point is to see how much you can navigate by moonlight alone. The preserve's 3,400 acres come alive with different sounds and wildlife at night. $4 per person collected at the gate.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Passport through Parks: Belmont, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
This monthly hiking series takes you through a different Long Island state park each time, building up to a complete tour of the whole system. August stops at Belmont Lake in West Babylon—bring $4 per person when you arrive. It's a solid way to see parks you might not visit otherwise, and the guides know the trails.
- When
- Where
- Belmont Lake State Park, West Babylon
Fossil Finds: Tiny Tots Program (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Preschoolers (ages 3-5) can dig into what fossils tell us about ancient Long Island during this hands-on program at Connetquot. Think shells, shark teeth, and creatures that lived here thousands of years ago. $4 per child at arrival, plus vehicle entry if you don't have an Empire Pass.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale
Trees for You and Me-Tiny Tots (3-5 years), $4 cash per child
Your 3-5 year old will learn to identify common Long Island trees and why they matter in this outdoor class at Sunken Meadow. Bring $4 cash per child and meet at the Nature Center in Lot 1. Dress for weather since you'll be outside exploring.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Spy Through Parks: Connetquot, Family Program (Ages 10 and up), $4
This evening hike for ages 10 and up explores Connetquot's role during the Revolutionary War as part of New York's 250th anniversary programming. You'll cover spy routes and hidden history most visitors walk right past. Costs $4 per person at the preserve entrance on Sunrise Highway.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale