If you&#39;re looking for things to do on Long Island, here are spots to explore and events to attend during weekends in&nbsp;June and July.

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The festival features Greek food, music, entertainment and dancing.&nbsp; 
When&nbsp;5 to 10 p .m. June 5; 5 to 11 p.m. June 6, noon to 11 p.m. June 7 and 1 to 9 p.m. June 8 
Cost Free 
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 Garvies Point 
 <address> 100 Garvies Point Rd., Glen Cove </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-671-5200">516-671-5200</a> 
 <a href="https://nycarnivals.com/2025/greek-festival-at-garvies-point-2025-in-glen-cove-ny/">nycarnivals.com</a>
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Greek Festival 

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Grab a walking tour map and view the cherry blossom trees. Several restaurants, bars&nbsp;and retail shops in Greenport will offer food and drink specials inspired by cherry blossoms. 
When Daily through June 6 
Cost Free 
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 Greenport Village&nbsp; 
 <address> Various locations </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-500-0850">631-500-0850</a> 
 <a href="https://agrocouncil.org/">agrocouncil.org</a>
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Cherry Blossom Festival

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From&nbsp;Long Island Pride to the North Fork Dog Dock Diving competition, check out all the fun things to do and explore this weekend.&nbsp;

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What's up on LI this weekend

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What's up on LI: Long Island Pride, LI Bavarian Festival and North Fork Dog Dock Diving

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The event features works by New York-based artists displayed on life-size outdoor prisms in an open-air gallery setting. Meet the artists at the opening ceremony.&nbsp;The gallery will be on display through Sept. 2. 
When 5 to 9 p.m.;&nbsp;rain date: June 13 
Cost&nbsp;Free 
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 Phelps Lane Park 
 <address> 281 Phelps Lane, North Babylon </address> 
 <a href="https://www.longislandpublicartsfest.com/">longislandpublicartsfest.com</a>
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Long Island Public Arts Festival

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The outdoor and indoor German Heritage Festival features food, including brats, imported beer on tap,&nbsp;desserts, pretzels and an upgraded &quot;Taste of Bavaria&quot; buffet with alcohol ($72 for ages 21 and older, $52 for ages 13-20 and $23 for those younger than 13). The event also showcases German music with performances by Die Spitzbuam and an indoor market with imported items for sale. 
When 2 to 11 p.m. Saturday&nbsp;; noon to 9 p.m. Sunday&nbsp; 
Cost $12 
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 Plattduetsche Park 
 <address> 1132 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-354-3131">516-354-3131</a> 
 <a href="https://www.parkrestaurant.com/">parkrestaurant.com</a>
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LI Bavarian Festival

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Opening day features national and international professional polo players competing.&nbsp; 
When Gates open at 2 p.m.; game starts at 3 p.m. 
Cost $25; $15 children younger than 12 
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 Bethpage State Park 
 <address> Corner of Plainview Road and Manchester Drive, Bethpage </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-500-7656">516-500-7656</a> 
 <a href="https://www.bethpagepolo.com/">bethpagepolo.com</a>
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Polo at the Park 

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The international food fest features more than&nbsp;100 vendors preparing dishes inspired by countries from around the globe, along with art and beverage vendors. 
When 1 to 8 p.m. Friday&nbsp;; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday-Sunday&nbsp; 
Cost Tickets start at $8 in advance and $15 in person; $5 for ages 8 -12; free ages 7 and younger 
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 Tanger Outlets Deer Park 
 <address> 152 The Arches Circle, Deer Park </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-416-5607">516-416-5607</a> 
 <a href="https://www.famousfoodfestival.com/">famousfoodfestival.com</a>
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Famous Food Festival

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The festival features fields of lavender for picking and&nbsp;photo opportunities. Attendees can visit the vendor market to purchase lavender plants and lavender-based products. There will be live music, a play area and barnyard animals. 
When 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Cost $20; free ages 2 and younger 
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 Waterdrinker Family Farm and Garden 
 <address> 663 Wading River Rd.,Manorville </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-878-8653">631-878-8653</a> 
 <a href="https://www.water-drinker.com/lavenderfestival">water-drinker.com</a>
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Lavender Festival 

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A salute to the Middle Ages with costumed re-enactors, arts and crafts, embroidery and glass bead demonstrations, medieval games, learning how to write calligraphy and more. The festival coincides with the Farmingdale Fire Department's Spring Street Fair from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.&nbsp; 
When 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Cost Free admission 
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 Farmingdale 
 <address> Village Green </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-249-0093">516-249-0093</a> 
 <a href="https://www.farmingdalenychamber.org/events/details/farmingdale-medieval-history-day-on-the-village-green-ffd-spring-street-fair-6122">farmingdalevillage.com</a>
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Medieval History Day

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Dogs of all kinds, both amateur and professional, are invited to compete by running from a dock into the water, vying for prizes. 
When 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Cost $25, $20 in advance; dog registration starts at $35 
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 Greenport 
 <address> Polo Grounds on Moores Lane </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-477-1518">631-477-1518</a> 
 <a href="https://business.northforkchamber.org/events/details/9th-annual-dog-dock-diving-weekend-937">business.northforkchamber.org</a>
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North Fork Dog Dock Diving

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Bravo's &quot;Real Housewives of New York City&quot; star Luann De Lesseps will take the stage during her cabaret show. 
When 8 p.m. 
Cost Tickets start from $45.25 
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 The Paramount 
 <address> 370 New York Ave., Huntington </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-673-7300">631-673-7300</a> 
 <a href="https://www.paramountny.com/">paramountny.com</a>
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Luann De Lesseps

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Celebrate the 35th annual Pride event with a parade, festival featuring food trucks,&nbsp;family zone,&nbsp;classic car show, beer and wine garden and concert starring the 2025 &quot;The Voice&quot; runner-up, Shye, along with local entertainers.&nbsp; 
When Parade steps off at noon and festival runs 1 to 5 p.m. in Heckscher Park, Prime Avenue and Route 25A 
Cost Free 
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 Heckscher Park 
 <address> Prime Avenue and Route 25A </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-665-2300">631-665-2300</a> 
 <a href="https://lipride.org/">lipride.org</a>
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Long Island Pride 

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Join the adventures of&nbsp;Junie B. Jones as she navigates&nbsp;her first day of first grade. The musical is&nbsp;based on Barbara Park’s best-selling children's books. 
When 10:30 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays 
Cost $26 
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 Argyle Theatre 
 <address> 34 W. Main St., Babylon </address> 
 <a href="tel:844-631-5483">844-631-5483</a>
 <a href="https://www.argyletheatre.com/juniebjones">argyletheatre.com</a>
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'Junie B. Jones, The Musical'

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Locally grown strawberries are celebrated, beginning with hulling from 5 to 10 p.m. June 11. The festival continues with fresh strawberries for sale, treats including strawberry shortcake and ice cream and the crowning of the Strawberry Queen on June 14. There will also be international foods for sale, amusement rides, arts and crafts vendors&nbsp;and fireworks at dusk on June 12-13. 
When 5 to 10 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday&nbsp;; 5 to 11 p.m. Friday&nbsp;; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. &nbsp;Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday&nbsp; 
Cost Free June 11&nbsp;and Dad is free on Father’s Day (June 15) with paid child admission; $10 ages 5 and older on June 12-15;&nbsp;4 to 11 p.m. June 14 admission is $20 
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 Mattituck 
 <address> North Road, Mattituck </address> 
 <a href="mattituckstrawberryfestival.org">mattituckstrawberryfestival.org</a>
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Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival

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Sample&nbsp;barbecue&nbsp; made by <a href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/long-island-events/national-bbq-festival-txccsar6">firepit masters</a> as they compete for the top prize. Vote for your favorite with a &quot;Viewer's Choice&quot; nomination. There will also be live music featuring hip-hop artist Warren G and country music artist JD Leonard. Enjoy the beer and wine garden, along with a marketplace selling barbecue&nbsp;equipment and rubs. Experience wine and beer pairings, as well as carnival and arcade games. 
When 4 to 10 p.m. Friday&nbsp;; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday&nbsp;; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday&nbsp; 
Cost $54, kids (age 3-12): $25.19, 2 and under go free; Saturday-Sunday pass: $94.65, kids: $43.20; VIP: $171.83 (one day pass), VIP (Saturday-Sunday): $305.60; preferred parking pass: $20 
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 Eisenhower Park 
 <address> Parking lot 6, off Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow </address> 
 <a href="https://nationalbbqfest.com/tickets">nationalbbqfest.com</a>
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National BBQ Festival 

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Rock out with the Journey cover band Voyage as they take the stage with lead vocalist Pedro Espada. 
When 8 p.m. 
Cost Tickets start at $28.50 
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 The Paramount 
 <address> 370 New York Ave., Huntington </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-673-7300">631-673-7300</a> 
 <a href="https://www.paramountny.com/shows">paramountny.com</a>
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Voyage — Celebrating the Music of Journey

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The award-winning country crooner continues his &quot;High and Alive World Tour&quot; with special guests and country singer Chase Matthew, Nashville singer-songwriter Alana Springsteen and 2024 CMT &quot;Next Women of Country&quot; honoree Karley Scott Collins. 
When 7 p.m. 
Cost Tickets start at $49 
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 Northwell at Jones Beach Theater 
 <address> 1000 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-221-1000">516-221-1000</a> 
 <a href="https://www.livenation.com/venue/KovZpZAE6eAA/northwell-at-jones-beach-theater-events#shows">livenation.com</a>
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Keith Urban

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It's Father's Day! Take Dad to the hatchery and aquarium to browse the exhibits focused on freshwater aquatic animals, including fish, reptiles&nbsp;and amphibians. 
When 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 
Cost Free for dads accompanied by a paid child admission; $7, $5 ages 3-12 
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 Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery &amp; Aquarium 
 <address> 1660 Rte. 25A, Cold Spring Harbor </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-692-6768">516-692-6768</a> 
 <a href="http://cshfishhatchery.org/">cshfishhatchery.org</a>
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Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium

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Greek food, including gyros, souvlaki, pastries such as baklava and loukoumades, will be available for purchase. There will also be traditional Greek dancing, live music and raffles, along with rides, games, and vendors selling jewelry, crafts and clothing. 
When 5 to 10 p.m. Friday&nbsp;; noon to 10 p.m. Saturday&nbsp; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday&nbsp; 
Cost Free admission 
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 St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church 
 <address> 77 Montauk Hwy., Blue Point </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-363-6450">631-363-6450</a> 
 <a href="https://www.stjohnsbluepoint.org/events/">stjohnsbluepoint.org</a>
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Greek Festival

Watch the country star take the stage, singing hits like &quot;I Don't Know About You,&quot; &quot;Find Another Bar&quot; and more. 
When 7:30 p.m. 
Cost $39 
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 Mulcahy’s Concert Hall and Pub 
 <address> 3232 Railroad Ave., Wantagh </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-783-7500">516-783-7500</a> 
 <a href="https://mulcahyslongisland.com/concert-events/">mulcahyslongisland.com</a>
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Chris Lane

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Participate in the tour with six stops at ice cream shops along the South Shore. Each stop features deals and special flavors to sample. 
When 10 a.m. 
Cost $36 includes a T-shirt; pay for ice cream 
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 Ice Cream Cottage 
 <address> 1590 Montauk Hwy., Mastic </address> 
 <a href="https://liict.org/">liict.org</a>
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Long Island Ice Cream Tour 

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The culinary event features tastings paired with local craft beers, spirits and wine, along with live music. 
When 7 to 10 p.m. 
Cost $95 includes all tastings and craft beverages 
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 Long Island Aquarium 
 <address> 431 E. Main St., Riverhead </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-208-9200, ext. 426">631-208-9200, ext. 426</a> 
 <a href="https://www.longislandaquarium.com/events/taste-the-east-end/">longislandaquarium.com</a>
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Taste the East End

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Discover how pollinators can help you grow your garden. Explore a butterfly exhibit, food trucks and live music. There will be native plants and honey for sale. 
When 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 
Cost $10 parking fee 
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 Sunken Meadow State Park 
 <address> Field 1, 1 Sunken Meadow Pkwy., Kings Park </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-269-4333">631-269-4333</a> 
 <a href="https://www.parks.ny.gov/events/event.aspx?e=37-43040.0">parks.ny.gov</a>
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Pollinator Festival

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The parade features marching groups, bands and schools celebrating Pride Month on the East End. 
When Parade kicks off at noon from Main and Front streets; festival runs&nbsp;1 to 4 p.m. at Mitchell Park 
Cost Free for spectators and to march in the parade 
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 Greenport 
 <address> Village of Greenport </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-665-2300">631-665-2300</a> 
 <a href="https://northforkpride.org/">northforkpride.org</a>
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North Fork Pride Parade

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The 4-miler and half marathon help support veterans and honor U.S. Navy SEAL Lt. Michael P. Murphy. A fun run for children takes place at 8:30 a.m. All 4-milers and half marathoners receive a T-shirt and dog tag. 
When Half marathon is at 7 a.m.; 4-mile run or walk is at 9 a.m. 
Cost $50 for 4-miler; $90 for half marathon day of registration; $20 fun run 
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 Ronkonkoma 
 <address> Easton Street and Railroad Avenue, Ronkonkoma </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-284-3737">631-284-3737</a> 
 <a href="https://www.runaroundthelake.com/">runaroundthelake.com</a>
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Lt. Michael P. Murphy: Run Around the Lake 

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The exposition features breeders displaying a selection of snakes, lizards, turtles, tarantulas and amphibian species. Supplies and merchandise will be for sale. 
When 9:30 to 4 p.m. 
Cost $15; $10 ages 10 and younger 
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 Cradle of Aviation Museum 
 <address> Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Uniondale </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-284-3737">631-284-3737</a> 
 <a href="https://nassaureptileexpo.com/">nassaureptileexpo.com</a>
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Reptile expo 

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Wander through the lavender fields and pick your own at this festival. Find lavender merchandise for sale, children's activities such as face painting and crafts, a vendor market with handcrafted arts and crafts, live music, food trucks&nbsp;and beer and wine tastings. 
When&nbsp;11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 28;&nbsp;11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 29 
Cost $5 
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 Hoshyla Farms 
 <address> 132 Ryerson Ave., Manorville </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-975-2434">631-975-2434</a> 
 <a href="https://www.hoshylafarms.com/">hoshylafarms.com</a>
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Hoshyla Farms Lavender Festival

The multi Grammy-nominated rock and country music singer-songwriter performs on his &quot;Heartbreaker '25 World Tour.&quot; 
When 8 p.m. 
Cost Tickets start at $73 
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 Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts 
 <address> 71 E. Main St., Patchogue </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-207-1313">631-207-1313</a> 
 <a href="https://www.patchoguetheatre.org/">patchoguetheatre.org</a>
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Ryan Adams

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The Grammy and Academy Award-nominated (&quot;Accidentally in Love,&quot; from &quot;Shrek 2&quot;) rock band continues their &quot;Complete Sweets! Tour&quot; along with special guests, The Gaslight Anthem. 
When 7:30 p.m. 
Cost Tickets start at $40.50 
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 Northwell at Jones Beach Theater 
 <address> 1000 Ocean Pkwy., Wantagh </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-221-1000">516-221-1000</a> 
 <a href="https://concerts.livenation.com/counting-crows-the-complete-sweets-tour-wantagh-new-york-06-29-2025/event/1D00626597430E63">livenation.com</a>
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 Counting Crows

The annual show&nbsp;is presented by Jovia Financial Credit Union and is synchronized to a simulcast of patriotic songs on WALK 97.5 and KJOY 98.3. 
When 9:30 p.m. 
Cost $10 parking fee 
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 Jones Beach State Park 
 <address> 2400 Ocean Pkwy., Wantagh </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-785-1600">516-785-1600</a> 
 <a href="https://www.parks.ny.gov/parks/10/details.aspx">parks.ny.gov</a>
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Fireworks Spectacular

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The City of Long Beach presents the race in memory of police Sgt. Sean Ryan. 
When 4K&nbsp;run starts at 8:30 a.m..;&nbsp;1K fun run at 8 a.m.; rain or shine&nbsp; 
Cost Registration fee is $45, $35 in advance for the 4K and $15 for the fun run ages 15 and younger 
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 Long Beach 
 <address> Laurelton Boulevard and the boardwalk </address> 
 <a href="tel: 516-431-3890">516-431-3890</a> 
 <a href="https://longbeachny.gov/rec">longbeachny.gov</a>
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Fabulous 4th of July Race

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Take a self-guided tour of gardens at homes in this Fire Island community. 
When Registration starts at 9:30 a.m.; tour runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; rain or shine 
Cost $20 donation to the club 
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 Cherry Grove 
 <address> Cherry Grove Garden Club </address> 
 <a href="tel:917-715-2818">917-715-2818</a> 
 <a href="https://dradance.org/">dradance.org</a>
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Cherry Grove garden tour

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Original band member Mike Love performs a lineup of Beach Boys' classics&nbsp;on their &quot;Sounds of Summer&quot; tour. 
When 7:30 p.m. 
Cost Tickets start at $40.50 
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 Northwell at Jones Beach Theater 
 <address> 895 Bay Pkwy., Wantagh </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-221-1000">516-221-1000</a> 
 <a href="https://concerts.livenation.com/the-beach-boys-wantagh-new-york-07-05-2025/event/1D00625CC0893192">concerts.livenation.com</a>
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The Beach Boys

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Watch an outdoor screening of the '70s thriller &quot;Jaws,&quot; starring Richard Dreyfuss, Roy Scheider and Robert Shaw. A full dinner and drink menu is available to order. 
When 5:30 p.m. 
Cost Free; RSVP to reserve a spot&nbsp; 
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 317 Main 
 <address> 317 Main St., Farmingdale </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-512-5317">516-512-5317</a> 
 <a href="https://317mainstreet.ticketleap.com/">317mainstreet.ticketleap.com</a>
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'Jaws' screening

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Check out thrill and kiddie rides including a Ferris wheel, midway games with prizes and food; Grucci fireworks at dusk on July 13. 
When 5 to 11 p.m. July 11, noon to 11 p.m. July 12-13 
Cost $10, free for children under 36 inches&nbsp;with a paying adult; ride wristbands start at $30.95; $1.50 for individual tickets 
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 Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum 
 <address> 1255 Hempstead Tpke., Uniondale </address> 
 <a href="tel:866-666-3247 ">866-666-3247</a> 
 <a href="https://empirestatefair.com/">empirestatefair.com</a>
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Empire State Fair

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&quot;The Certified Bop Tour&quot; comes&nbsp;to Wantagh with chart-topping hits. 
When 7 p.m. 
Cost Tickets are $49 
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 Northwell at Jones Beach Theater 
 <address> 895 Bay Pkwy., Wantagh </address> 
 <a href="tel: 516-221-1000 ">516-221-1000 </a> 
 <a href="https://concerts.livenation.com/kidz-bop-live-certified-bop-tour-wantagh-new-york-07-11-2025/event/1D006247A0411EA0"> concerts.livenation.com</a>
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Kidz Bop

The Grammy-nominated country crooner performs on the “Better in Boots Tour 2025” featuring his country chart toppers including&nbsp;“Marry Me” and “Die a Happy Man.” 
When 7:30 p.m. 
Cost Tickets start at $100.95 
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 Northwell at Jones Beach Theater 
 <address> 895 Bay Pkwy., Wantagh </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-221-1000">516-221-1000</a> 
 <a href="https://concerts.livenation.com/thomas-rhett-better-in-boots-tour-wantagh-new-york-07-12-2025/event/1D00612DC9A34964?landing=c&amp;_gl=1*191yvqd*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NDgwNDUxMjYuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JajVUVXhPZTZqUU1WTlU1SEFSMnNJUWN3RUFBWUFTQUFFZ0luMF9EX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTA5OTI1NTg1OC4xNzQ4MDQ1MTI1*_ga*MTAzNTYxNDcwLjE3NDgwNDUxMjU.*_ga_C1T806G4DF*czE3NDgwNDUxMjUkbzEkZzAkdDE3NDgwNDUxMzEkajU0JGwwJGgwJGRhRjVucWZYc3NHZVU3akI5ZU5mMkQ3UF9sa2pyc0NMalhn*_ga_H1KKSGW33X*czE3NDgwNDUxMjUkbzEkZzAkdDE3NDgwNDUxMjUkajYwJGwwJGgwJGRlSFBvMzBrSUdyUWMyYk1ld29WTUVtOUYxd2pKb1lWM0ln&amp;_ga=2.148618548.28779433.1748045125-103561470.1748045125&amp;_gac=1.242560566.1748045125.EAIaIQobChMIj5TUxOe6jQMVNU5HAR2sIQcwEAAYASAAEgIn0_D_BwE">concerts.livenation.com</a>
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Thomas Rhett

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The festival is a throwback to the '90s, featuring a retro marketplace selling video games, clothes, toys, vinyl records and more. Enjoy&nbsp;live music with tribute bands throughout the weekend, including Hella Doubt, a '90s-themed bar, skateboard competition show, cosplay, food trucks and a fireworks show at 9 p.m. on July 12. 
When 4 to 9 p.m.&nbsp;July 11; 2&nbsp;to 9 p.m. July 12; rain date: July 18-19 
Cost Free admission 
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 Mineola 
 <address> 94 Union St. </address> 
 <a href=" &lt;a href=" https:="" www.thenostalgiafest.com="">thenostalgiafest.com</a>
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Nostalgia Fest

Vendors line the boardwalk adjacent to the beach with craft items, clothing, jewelry, collectibles, home decor, paintings, photography and more. Food will also be available for purchase. 
When 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 
Cost Free admission 
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 Long Beach 
 <address> Long Beach boardwalk from Riverside Boulevard </address> 
 <a href="tel: 516-431-3890">516-431-3890</a> 
 <a href="https://longbeachny.gov/rec">longbeachny.gov</a>
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Arts & Crafts Boardwalk Festival

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Comic book and cosplay pop culture expo with gaming tournaments, panel discussions, a car show with iconic movie vehicles.&nbsp;Vendors sell toys, jewelry, clothing and collectibles. 
When 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 12; 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 13 
Cost Tickets start at $14 
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 Davis S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex Hofstra University 
 <address> Hempstead Turnpike, Hempstead </address> 
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Eternal Con 

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Browse more than 50 vendors selling antiques, art,&nbsp;furniture, jewelry, clothing and more. 
When 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 12; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.&nbsp;July 13 
Cost $20 
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 Mulford Farm 
 <address> 10 James Lane, East Hampton </address> 
 <a href="tel: 631-324-6850">631-324-6850 </a> 
 <a href="https://easthamptonhistory.org/"> easthamptonhistory.org</a>
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East Hampton Antiques & Design Show

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The top finishers in this 5K, which makes its way around Eisenhower Park, receive a slice of watermelon; a free kiddie fun run starts at 8 a.m. 
When 8:30 a.m. 
Cost $38.98 registration fee 
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 Eisenhower Park 
 <address> Parking lot 2 off Hempstead Turnpike,&nbsp;East Meadow </address> 
 <a href="https://events.elitefeats.com/25watermelonnassau?utm_source=Vesta&amp;utm_medium=Referral">events.elitefeats.com</a>
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Watermelon 5K

Join a re-enactment of 1776 when the Declaration of Independence was read in&nbsp;Huntington. The event features a reading of the Declaration, musket and cannon drills, period crafts and live music. 
When Noon to 4 p.m. ; rain date: July 27 
Cost Free 
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 Colonial Arsenal Museum 
 <address> 425 Park Ave. and village green, Huntington </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-223-8017">631-223-8017 </a> 
 <a href="https://www.huntingtonmilitia.com/">huntingtonmilitia.com</a>
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Huntington Independence Day

Go back in time at Huntington Independence Day Celebration

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German cultural celebration features food and beer, music and dancing, children’s activities, vendors and games. 
When 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. 
Cost $12 admission 
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 Plattduetsche Park Biergarten 
 <address> 1132 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-354-3131">516-354-3131</a> 
 <a href="https://www.parkrestaurant.com/events/volksfest-3/?occurrence=2025-07-13">parkrestaurant.com</a>
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German Volksfest

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The Ducks take on the Charleston Dirty Birds for a weekend series at home. Fireworks featured postgame on July 19. 
When 6:35 p.m. July 18-19; 5:05 p.m. July 20 
Cost Tickets start at $17; $18 for fireworks night 
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 Fairfield Properties Ballpark 
 <address> 3 Court House Dr., Central Islip </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-940-3825">631-940-3825</a> 
 <a href="https://liducks.com/">liducks.com</a>
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Long Island Ducks

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The recently named Rock and Roll Hall of Famer takes to the stage on her &quot;Girls Just Want to Have Fun Farewell Tour.&quot; She will be joined by pop musician and songwriter Jake Wesley Rogers. 
When 7:30 p.m. 
Cost Tickets start at $68.20 
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 Northwell at Jones Beach Theater 
 <address> 895 Bay Pkwy., Wantagh </address> 
 <a href="tel:516-221-1000">516-221-1000</a> 
 <a href="https://concerts.livenation.com/cyndi-lauper-girls-just-wanna-have-wantagh-new-york-07-19-2025/event/1D00624DB72E17F9">concerts.livenation.com</a>
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Cyndi Lauper

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The festival features live music, a watermelon-eating contest, a meet and greet with farm animals, a scenic hayride tour ($5), u-pick sunflowers ($1 per stem), artisan vendors and produce for sale. 
When 1 to 7 p.m. 
Cost $10 
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 Lenny Bruno Farms 
 <address> 740 Wading River Rd., Manorville </address> 
 <a href="tel: 631-591-3542">631-591-3542 </a> 
 <a href="https://www.lennybrunofarms.com/"> lennybrunofarms.com</a>
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Sweet SummerFest

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The weekend lineup includes acclaimed dance companies and choreographers performing on a waterfront stage. 
When 5 and 7 p.m. July 19; 5 p.m. July 20 
Cost Tickets start at $195 
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 Fire Island Pines 
 <address> Fire Island </address> 
 <a href="tel:212-840-0770, ext. 229">212-840-0770, ext. 229</a> 
 <a href="https://dradance.org/">dradance.org</a>
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Dancers Responding to AIDS

Check out more than 100 collectibles, antiques and classic cars on display on the great lawn. A “People’s Choice” award decides fan favorite. 
When 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 
Cost $5, $3 ages 5-15; $15 for show car registration; free for cars from 1950 and older 
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 Sagtikos Manor 
 <address> 677 W. Montauk Hwy., Bay Shore </address> 
 <a href="tel:631-682-9114">631-682-9114</a> 
 <a href="https://www.sagtikosmanor.org/">sagtikosmanor.org</a>
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