Long Island events and things to do this weekend

Sarah Silverman

The Emmy award-winning comedian, actress and former writer for NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” comes to Huntington on her “Postmortem” tour.

When 7 p.m. 

Cost Tickets start at $66

Long Island Ducks 

The home team faces the Lancaster Stormers for a full weekend of baseball. On Saturday, there will be a fireworks spectacular, and on Sunday, there will be family-friendly activities, including a pregame catch on the field and the opportunity for kids to run the bases postgame.

When 6:35 p.m. April 25-26 and 1:35 p.m. April 27

Cost Tickets start at $17

Salsa Fest 

Listen for Afro-Cuban beats at a festival featuring the top names in salsa. Headliners include Peruvian singer Josimar y Su Yambú and former Grupo Niche member Javier Vásquez, along with performers from Cuba and Venezuela. Dancing is encouraged.

When 8 p.m. 

Cost Tickets start at $92.40

Arbor Day Festival 

The Arbor Day Festival focuses on the value of trees and environmental conservation. Activities include a tree seedling giveaway, meeting Smokey the Bear, planting trees and “Ask the Experts” sessions during plant clinics. There will be face painting, a blowup slide, jugglers, a scavenger hunt and more.

When 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Cost $30 per carload

EJ Autism 4-Mile Run

Stroll or run a 4-mile jigsaw run through the local neighborhood, featuring a scenic start and finish on the Great South Bay. Also included is the John McGorry Irish Mile (1.27). Race awards will be presented in all age groups, along with a post-race party featuring raffles at Shandon Court (115 E. Main St., East Islip). A kiddie fun run for ages 14 and younger will begin at 9 a.m. at Marina Park.

When 9:30 a.m. 

Cost $33.80; $5 for kiddie run

Yo-Yo Ma

Join cellist Yo-Yo Ma for an afternoon of conversation and music. The event will be moderated by "PBS News Hour" correspondent Jeffrey Brown. Listen to personal stories along with musical performances.

When 3 p.m. 

Cost Tickets start at $35

The Wonder Pop Up

Take a peek through the keyhole and get "curiouser and curiouser" as The Wonder Pop Up, an "Alice in Wonderland"-themed experience, comes to town. Alice and the Mad Hatter will perform live and guests can purchase themed drinks and food. 

When  April 4-May 4, Fridays: 6 and 8 p.m. seatings; Saturdays and Sundays: 2, 4 and 6 p.m. seatings

Cost $30 per person (doesn’t include food or drink)

Tulip Festival

The annual festival showcases thousands of tulips. Visitors can pick their own ($1 per stem), play golf, see barnyard animals and enjoy live music and food trucks.

When 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

Cost $25 weekends, $20 weekdays

Cherry Blossom Festival

Grab a walking tour map and view the cherry blossom trees. Several restaurants, bars and retail shops in Greenport will offer food and drink specials inspired by cherry blossoms.

When Daily April 7 through June 6

Cost Free

'Grease'

The musical production takes audience members to Rydell High School in 1959. The show highlights the love story of Danny Zuko and Sandy Dumbrowski. Sing along to hits like "Greased Lightnin' " and "We Go Together."

When 7:30 p.m. May 2, 8 p.m. May 3 and 2 p.m. May 4

Cost Tickets start at $27

Fairy Festival 

The magical festival features a fairy house walk, crafts and an art exhibit. Take photos with the fairy queen and visit the marketplace vendors.

When 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; rain date: May 4

Cost $95 per carload

Sands Point Preserve

'Junie B. Jones, The Musical'

Join the adventures of Junie B. Jones as she navigates her first day of first grade. The musical is based on Barbara Park’s best-selling children's books.

When 10:30 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays

Cost $26

The Chocolate Expo

The Chocolate Expo comes to Hofstra University's David S. Mack Sports & Exhibition Complex, offering a variety of chocolate treats for sale. Kids can get their faces painted and participate in the Chocolate Smash at 3 p.m. Fans of "The Brady Bunch" will have a chance to meet Greg, Peter, Bobby, and Cindy Brady—actors Barry Williams, Christopher Knight, Mike Lookinland and Susan Olsen—who will serve as special guests at 11 a.m.

When 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Cost Purchase timed entry tickets online: $24.66 ($30 at the door if available), $13.26 ages 5-12 ($15 at the door); $36.05 VIP tickets (any time entry), $18.97 ages 5-12 (VIP tickets available online only); $13.26, late-day special all ages (after 4 p.m.)

Salsa Caleña USA Festival

The festival features workshops, salsa dancing and performances by world champions.

When 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ; doors reopen for dancing with live music from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Cost Tickets start at $60

Gene Simmons Band 

The legendary bassist continues his tour with Brent Woods on lead guitar, Jason Walker on guitar, and Brian Tichy on drums.

When 8 p.m.

Cost Tickets start at $109

Comic Run 5K

Dress as your favorite superhero or villain and join the 5k run or walk that takes participants around the park. A free kiddie dash at 8:30 a.m.

When 9 a.m.

Cost $40

Gimme Gimme Disco

Dance the night away with a DJ spinning music from the Swedish pop group ABBA.

When 9 p.m. ; doors open at 8

Cost $17

Cradle Con

The pop culture convention features guest appearances, rare books, toys for sale and a retro arcade gaming area. Cosplay contests will take place on May 17 for adults and May 18 for kids.

When 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost $30, $15 ages 2-12; $45 weekend pass; $25 in advance, $12 ages 2-12; $40 weekend pass

Mineola Foodie Fest

Browse 60 food options presented by food truck and restaurant vendors. Beer and wine will be available for purchase, along with a kiddie area and a marketplace for gifts.

When 4 to 9 p.m. ; rain dates: May 31-June 1

Cost Free

Babylon Clam Fest

Enjoy local clams along with live music, a petting zoo, pony rides and arts and crafts vendors.

When 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Cost Free admission

Montauk Music Festival

The two-day outdoor concert features more than 40 performers, including Oogee Wawa, Lina Maxine, Virginia Sweet and Drop The 4. Bring a beach chair or blanket.

When 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

Cost $20 cash or Venmo at the door for two-day outdoor concert pass

Zebra: 50th Anniversary Tour

The iconic '80s rock band celebrates 50 years in the music industry on their anniversary tour, featuring original band members: vocalist Randy Jackson, bassist Felix Hanemann and drummer Guy Gelso.

When 8 p.m.

Cost Tickets start at $52

Huntington YMCA Annual Carnival

The carnival features rides, a midway with games, food including cotton candy and popcorn, along with international cuisine and magic shows (May 24-25).

When 6 to 10:30 p.m. Friday ; 1 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday ; 1 to 6 p.m. Monday 

Cost Free admission; $33 presale for POP bracelets

FourLeaf Air Show 

Head to Jones Beach State Park to watch the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds aerial demonstration, along with the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team and other military and civilian aircraft performers.

When 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost $10 parking fee

Opening weekend at Splish Splash 

The water park debuts its new playground, featuring interactive spray areas, water slides and water buckets.

When 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost Tickets start at $39.99; $30 parking fee

Foodie Fest 

Check out a lineup of food trucks offering diverse menus and specialties in the parking lot next to Under Armour. There will be a DJ and a bounce house.

When Noon to 7 p.m.

Cost Free admission

World Turtle Day 

Learn about Long Island’s turtle population and how to help local species. Attendees can meet an eastern box turtle and red-footed tortoise.

When 2 to 2:45 p.m.

Cost $5; register online in advance

Jon Lovitz

The stand-up comedian and '80s mainstay on NBC's "Saturday Night Live" continues his tour with a stop at The Paramount.

When 8 p.m.

Cost Tickets start at $45.25

Spring 5K

Runners and walkers meet at the Hay Barn to start the race around the arboretum on grass, hilly terrain and pathways.

When 8 a.m.

Cost $40

Military helicopter landings

U.S. Navy, U.S. Marines and U.S. Coast Guard helicopters land, and attendees are invited to meet the crews in conjunction with New York Fleet Week. Military displays from each branch of service will be on display, and the U.S. Navy Band performs.

When 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost Free 

Long Island Live Steamers

A public running day on a steamer train features travel around more than 8 acres of the park, along with elevated and scale model trains.

When 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost Tickets are required, donations accepted

City Managers 10-Mile Race to Remember

The 10-mile run takes participants along the boardwalk and through the streets of Long Beach. An awards ceremony follows, and runners receive free entry to the beach for the day.

When 8 a.m.; registration and t-shirt pickup at 6:30 a.m.

Cost $40; $35 in advance

Luke Bryan

The award-winning crooner and "American Idol" judge kicks off the summer concert season at the beach on his "Country Song Came On" tour.

When 7 p.m.

Cost Tickets start at $255.90

Pickles and Paws

Meet a potential pet at an adoption fair that features a doggie fashion show, puppy yoga, a 5k fun run and pickles for sale.

When 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost General admission: $20; $10 in advance; $99 VIP admission includes the fun run, puppy yoga entry (bring your own mat or blanket), event shirt, raffle tickets and drink voucher.

Mosaic Festival

Every age and skill level is invited to create street art with chalk. There will be live music, a kids' zone, arts and crafts vendors and a fine arts sale.

When Noon to 5 p.m.

Cost Free for spectators; $30 for artists, $25 in advance

Halsey

The pop singer continues her "For My Last Trick" tour with a stop at Jones Beach.

When 7 p.m.

Cost Tickets start at $54.50