Northport
Northport Village is a working harbor town that locals jealously guard. Main Street is two walkable blocks of restaurants, the harbor is at the end, the trolley still runs ceremonially every summer. The Fall Festival is the biggest village fest on the North Shore.
Known for
- harbor town
- Fall Festival (September)
- Skipper's restaurant
- live music + jazz scene
- walkable downtown
Northport is the quintessential North Shore harbor village. Two walkable blocks of Main Street, the harbor at the end, locals on a first-name basis at every restaurant, and the kind of summer-evening pace that feels deliberately preserved.
The signature event: The Northport Fall Festival (last Saturday of September) — village street fair, food trucks, harbor stage, 100+ vendors. The biggest fest on the North Shore.
Year-round:
- Skipper’s Pub — local-favorite seafood + jazz brunches
- Main Street walk — galleries, indie bookstore, ice cream, the gazebo at the harbor
- Sunday farmers market at the train station (summer)
Parking: Bay Avenue lot is the move. Main Street parking gone by 11 on event days.
Upcoming in Northport
Editor's Pick Northport Fall Festival
Northport Village's signature street festival shuts Main Street down for a full Saturday of food trucks, live music on the harborfront stage, kids' rides, and 100+ local vendors. Park on Bay Avenue by 10:30 AM — the main lot fills by 11. The food vendor lineup at the village green is the highlight; line up by noon for the first wave before the lunch rush.
- When
- Where
- Northport Village, Northport
Beginner Learn to Crochet Mini Pumpkins Class w/Amanda of Creative Retreat
Amanda from Creative Retreat walks you through crochet fundamentals while you make one or two mini pumpkins to take home. No prior crafting experience needed—just show up to Nest on Main and leave with actual finished pieces. Northport's Main Street has plenty of metered parking and bars nearby if you want to grab a drink after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Writers' Circle: Exploring the Self
Melissa Dennihy leads a creative writing workshop focused on identity and personal growth through guided prompts. Studio Kash is on the second floor at 19 Scudder, just off Main Street in Northport.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Matchbox Painting Workshop
Turn three matchboxes into tiny painted artworks at this Studio Kash workshop. All materials and light snacks are included, and you'll get guidance throughout the session.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
LBMSC @ Mama Chan’s - 80’s Edition
Little Birdie Mahjong Social Club takes over Mama Chan's for an '80s-themed night of tiles and cocktails. Dust off your best neon and big hair while playing rounds of mahjong with a soundtrack straight from the decade of excess. The Fort Salonga Road spot has its own lot, and the vibe is social—no need to be a mahjong expert.
- When
- Where
- Mama Chan’s, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Learn to Use a Sewing Machine / Make your own Patchwork Tote Bag with Keri!
Never touched a sewing machine? Keri teaches you the basics while you make a patchwork tote from fabrics you pick out. You'll leave with both the bag and the skills to actually use your machine at home.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Create a Beautiful Fall Centerpiece Planter with Toni & Holly!
You'll collage and plant a vintage truck planter at this workshop on Northport's Main Street. Toni and Holly walk you through making a fall-themed centerpiece you take home that night. Street parking along Main or the lot behind the storefronts.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Dried Flower Pumpkins: Create Your Own Seasonal/Fall Décor
Turn a plain pumpkin into a textured centerpiece using dried botanicals and moss at this Studio Kash workshop. You'll leave with a finished fall decoration that works through Thanksgiving. Same Scudder Avenue location as their other workshops, second floor.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
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
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Jessica Affatato breaks down turning a side hustle into actual income—pricing that makes sense, growth strategies that aren't just Instagram hype, and how to make it sustainable. She's built her own business from the ground up, so you're getting real talk, not theory. First session in a monthly series running through December.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Goodbye Summer Junk Journaling Night
Studio Kash is closing out summer with a junk journaling session where you'll collage your way through the season's best memories. All materials and scrap packs come with admission, so just bring your photos and ticket stubs. The studio's on the second floor at 19 Scudder in Northport—street parking can be tight on weekends, so give yourself a few extra minutes.
- When
- Where
- 19 Scudder Ave floor 2, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop with Amanda of Creative Retreat
Amanda from Creative Retreat shows you how to build a small Christmas tree out of real beach glass, topped with a starfish. It's coastal holiday decor that doesn't look like every other ornament at HomeGoods. This workshop repeats, so if one date doesn't work, check for others.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest Book Club Discussion: Hollow Bones by Jodi Picoult
Nest on Main hosts a free discussion of Jodi Picoult's Hollow Bones. Show up with thoughts on the book and meet other readers in downtown Northport.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop with Amanda of Creative Retreat
You'll craft a Christmas tree from actual beach glass and top it with a starfish—basically holiday decor that feels properly Long Island. Amanda from Creative Retreat leads the workshop, and all materials are provided. Nest on Main is right in the middle of Northport's walkable downtown strip.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Beginner Learn to Crochet Mini Pumpkins Class w/Amanda of Creative Retreat
Amanda from Creative Retreat walks you through crochet fundamentals while you make one or two mini pumpkins to take home. No prior crafting experience needed—just show up to Nest on Main and leave with actual finished pieces. Northport's Main Street has plenty of metered parking and bars nearby if you want to grab a drink after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Crushed Glass Beach-Themed Christmas Tree Resin Pour Workshop w/Amanda
This resin pour workshop lets you make a beach-themed Christmas tree using crushed glass—think coastal holiday vibes. Amanda from Creative Retreat handles the instruction, and you'll leave with a finished piece. Nest on Main is walkable from anywhere in downtown Northport.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Hands-On Homemade Cavatelli Pasta Workshop with Maria of "Eat n Shut Up"
Maria from the cookbook "Eat n Shut Up" walks you through making cavatelli from scratch—mixing dough, shaping each piece, and cooking it up. You'll learn the traditional hand-rolling technique and eat what you make. Street parking fills up fast on Friday evenings in Northport, so arrive early.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
THE SEASONS IN BLOOM: Fall Arrangements
This hands-on floral arranging workshop at Kasher Gallery focuses on what's blooming locally in late October. You'll work with seasonal stems to build an arrangement that actually reflects the time of year. Part of their ongoing series that shifts with the seasons.
- When
- Where
- Kasher Gallery & Studios, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Holiday Shell Trinket Dishes & Ornaments Workshop with Toni & Holly
Toni from The Artistic Bent and artisan Holly show you how to decoupage seashells into both trinket dishes and hanging ornaments in one session. You'll make multiple pieces using holiday-themed papers and embellishments. Same instructors as the October shell ornament workshop if you liked that one.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Create a Beautiful Christmas Centerpiece Planter with Toni & Holly!
Toni and Holly show you how to build a vintage truck planter loaded with winter greens and holiday details. It's designed to sit on your table through Thanksgiving and Christmas, so you're getting double duty out of one workshop. Nest on Main is on Northport's Main Street, easy to hit before or after browsing the shops.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Holiday Shell Trinket Dishes & Ornaments Workshop with Toni & Holly
Toni from The Artistic Bent and artisan Holly show you how to decoupage seashells into both trinket dishes and hanging ornaments in one session. You'll make multiple pieces using holiday-themed papers and embellishments. Same instructors as the October shell ornament workshop if you liked that one.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Stitch Club: Stitch a Boo & Mystery Stitches
This month's stitch club tackles Halloween-themed embroidery with dimensional techniques that'll give your finished piece actual texture and depth. You'll walk out with a spooky decorative piece and some new skills. Nest on Main is right on Northport's walkable Main Street, easy to hit before or after dinner.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Stitch Club: Stitch a Boo Mystery Stitches
Same Halloween embroidery workshop as the Thursday session, just on a Saturday morning if evenings don't work. You'll learn dimensional stitching techniques while creating a spooky decorative piece with actual texture. Nest on Main is on Northport's Main Street, where parking fills up on weekends but turns over regularly.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
NEW! Collect, Collage & Create: A Junk Journaling Workshop
This workshop walks you through junk journaling—basically turning old ticket stubs, postcards, photos, and other paper scraps into layered, textured memory books. You'll learn collage techniques and binding basics to start your own journal. Bring any ephemera you want to incorporate or work with materials provided.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Holiday Shell Ornament Workshop with Toni & Holly
Toni from The Artistic Bent and artisan Holly teach you decoupage techniques to transform seashells into six different holiday ornaments. It's a hands-on workshop at Nest on Main, right on Northport's walkable downtown strip where you can grab dinner before or after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop w/Keri from Loops by Keri
Keri from Loops by Keri teaches you to hand-knit a chunky blanket using oversized yarn. You'll finish your blanket in one session and take it home. Class meets at Nest on Main in Northport at 5:30 PM.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- 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
Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop with Amanda of Creative Retreat
Same beach glass tree workshop as the earlier October session—you'll assemble real sea glass into a small Christmas tree with a starfish on top. Amanda from Creative Retreat leads it at Nest on Main in Northport. If you missed the first one, here's your second shot.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Holiday Birdhouse Decoupage Workshop
Transform wooden birdhouses with seasonal paper, patterns, and decoupage techniques in this hands-on craft workshop. You'll go home with a decorated birdhouse ready to hang or gift. Nest on Main is steps from Northport's harbor if you want to walk around before or after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Holiday Shell Ornament Workshop with Toni & Holly
Toni and Holly will walk you through decoupage techniques to transform seashells into six holiday ornaments. It's a hands-on workshop at Nest on Main, right on Northport's walkable Main Street strip. Park in the municipal lot behind Main Street—it's a quick walk to the shop.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Knitting Workshop For All Levels w/ Keri of Loops by Keri
Keri from Loops by Keri teaches knitting fundamentals and techniques at this Monday evening workshop at Nest on Main. Beginners and experienced knitters both welcome. Northport's Main Street has metered parking and plenty of spots to grab dinner after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Crushed Glass Beach-Themed Christmas Tree Resin Pour Workshop w/Amanda
This resin pour workshop lets you make a beach-themed Christmas tree using crushed glass—think coastal holiday vibes. Amanda from Creative Retreat handles the instruction, and you'll leave with a finished piece. Nest on Main is walkable from anywhere in downtown Northport.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Custom Perfume Making Workshop
Angela from Alegna Soap walks you through blending essential and fragrance oils into a custom perfume that's actually yours. You'll leave with a scent you made from scratch, not just picked off a shelf. Nest on Main is right on Northport's walkable downtown strip—grab dinner after at one of the spots nearby.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Jessica Affatato covers the actual mechanics of starting a business—pricing your work, turning an idea into revenue, and scaling without losing your mind. She's built her own thing from the ground up, so this isn't theory. Weaver is presenting the series at Nest on Main through fall.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Series of (5) Mah Jongg Classes w/Lorie Siegel
Lorie Siegel teaches the rules, strategies, and tile-reading skills you need to play Mah Jongg across five Thursday evening sessions. You'll learn the American version of the game with hands-on practice each week. Classes start in mid-October at Nest on Main in Northport.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
2 Part Intermediate Crochet A Bag Class with Amanda of Creative Retreat Co
Amanda Farabaugh from Creative Retreat Co teaches you how to crochet a functional bag across two Thursday evening sessions at Nest on Main. The shop's right on Northport's walkable Main Street, so you can grab dinner before or after class.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Jessica Affatato's second workshop in the series digs into pricing, growth tactics, and turning your idea into steady income. She's done it herself, so expect practical takeaways over generic business advice. Northport's Main Street has metered parking, but the municipal lot behind the shops is your best bet on weekends.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Jessica Affatato covers the actual mechanics of starting a business—pricing your work, turning an idea into revenue, and scaling without losing your mind. She's built her own thing from the ground up, so this isn't theory. Weaver is presenting the series at Nest on Main through fall.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Learn to Use a Sewing Machine / Make your own Patchwork Tote Bag with Keri!
Learn sewing machine basics while making a patchwork tote bag from your choice of fabrics. Keri walks you through threading, straight seams, and finishing so you can actually use your machine after this. Same class as September, different date.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Third session in Jessica Affatato's business workshop series, covering everything from initial concept to sustainable income. She's built her own venture and keeps it real about what actually works versus what sounds good on paper. Starts at 12:30, so you can hit Northport's weekend farmers market first if you time it right.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Jessica Affatato covers the actual mechanics of starting a business—pricing your work, turning an idea into revenue, and scaling without losing your mind. She's built her own thing from the ground up, so this isn't theory. Weaver is presenting the series at Nest on Main through fall.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Nest on Main Business Workshop Series, presented by Weaver
Final workshop in Jessica Affatato's four-part series on building a business that actually pays the bills. She covers pricing, growth, and making your concept viable—all from someone who's navigated it firsthand. Wraps up the series just before the holiday chaos kicks in.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop w/Keri from Loops by Keri
Keri from Loops by Keri teaches you to hand-knit one of those chunky blankets using super-thick yarn. You finish the whole blanket in one sitting and take it home that day.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Knitting Workshop For All Levels w/ Keri of Loops by Keri
Keri from Loops by Keri teaches knitting basics or helps you level up, depending on where you're at. Bring a project or start fresh—either works. Northport's Main Street has free street parking and plenty of coffee shops if you want to keep working on your project after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop w/Keri from Loops by Keri
Learn to arm-knit a full chunky blanket in one evening with Keri from Loops by Keri. You'll leave with a finished throw using thick merino wool and no needles required. Nest on Main is right on Northport's walkable Main Street.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Knitting Workshop For All Levels w/ Keri of Loops by Keri
Keri from Loops by Keri teaches knitting fundamentals and techniques at this Monday evening workshop at Nest on Main. Beginners and experienced knitters both welcome. Northport's Main Street has metered parking and plenty of spots to grab dinner after.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
Create Your Own Luxurious Sugar Scrub & Lotion Workshop with Angela
Angela of Alegna Soap teaches you to mix up sugar scrub and lotion with scents and textures you choose yourself. You'll walk out with products you actually made, which also makes decent holiday gifts if you're thinking ahead. Nest on Main sits right on Northport's Main Street, so parking and grabbing food nearby is easy.
- When
- Where
- Nest on Main, Northport
- Price
- See ticket page
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