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- 🎉January 12th - January 18th Nassau Events You Don’t Want to Miss
🎉January 12th - January 18th Nassau Events You Don’t Want to Miss
Looking for something fun, affordable, and local? From live music to family-friendly festivals, here’s what’s popping up around town this week👇
516 Update
January 04, 2026
Monday, January 12
 | Orecchiette Carbonara Making Class Hands-on pasta-making class with a chef, plus Prosecco welcome toast, wine, and Italian bites included. |
 | American Red Cross Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Blended ACLS course for healthcare providers combining online training with in-person skills to earn a 2-year certification. |
 | Stern Army @ Round 1 Competitive pinball tournament hosted by Long Island Pinball Society, featuring matchplay rounds and finals for top players. |
Tuesday, January 13
 | Morning Mystery Book Discussion Guided book discussion honoring Agatha Christie, featuring Five Little Pigs, led by a reference librarian. |
 | Mozzarella Making Class Hands-on mozzarella class with unlimited wine and appetizers while learning to make fresh cheese from scratch. |
 | MYB – Women in Business: Wellness, Nutrition & Pilates Start the year with a women-focused wellness evening featuring nutrition insights, gentle movement, and Pilates to reset and recharge. |
Wednesday, January 14
 | 80’s Class Cookie Decorating – Public Workshop 📍 Let’s Craft Guided cookie decorating workshop with 80s-themed designs, step-by-step instruction, and retro music throughout the class. |
 | Baby University: Hands-On Infant/Child CPR In-person community CPR class teaching infant and child lifesaving skills through hands-on practice. Not a certification course. |
 | Don’t Stop Believin’… in BINGO An 80s-themed charity bingo night featuring six full games, prizes, food, and retro costumes. Proceeds benefit KW Cares. |
 | Poetry: It’s a “Shore” Thing! Open Mic Participatory poetry open mic with a live writing prompt, focused on micro-memoirs and community storytelling. |
 | Meditation for Beginners Learn practical, approachable ways to start a meditation practice and bring more calm, presence, and clarity into daily life. |
 | Shore Poets Open Mic Participatory poetry open mic featuring a live monthly writing prompt focused on micro-memoirs and community storytelling. |
 | The Wreckless Female Podcast Takeover An unapologetic night of bold conversations and powerful voices as The Wreckless Female Podcast takes over Prestige Lounge. The live podcast panel kicks off at 8:00 PM, followed by an after-party from 9:00 PM to midnight. Expect real talk, high energy, and a celebratory atmosphere. Birthdays are welcome. |
 | 80’s Music Bingo Test your 80s music knowledge with bingo-style gameplay, prizes for winners, and optional bottomless sangria. |
 | Anthony Rodia Comedy Night Stand-up comedy show featuring Anthony Rodia performing new material, with full dinner and cocktail service available. |
Thursday, January 15
 | Long Island Ski Trip Day trip to Hunter Mountain with round-trip bus, breakfast, skiing, après-ski party, and welcome-back buffet. |
 | Patrizia’s of Massapequa Presents: Comedy Night Dinner-and-show comedy night featuring stand-up acts, family-style Italian dinner, and unlimited beer, wine, and sangria. |
 | Women’s Moon Circle Sacred women’s gathering featuring meditation, journaling, intention setting, and gentle movement aligned with the lunar cycle. |
Friday, January 16
 | Nautical Mile’s 1st UNO Night Adult-only UNO game night with food, signature drinks, music, and multiple competitive rounds kicking off MLK Weekend. |
 | Drum Circle at Freeport Memorial Library A guided community drum circle focused on rhythm, movement, stress relief, and connection. No experience needed. Registration required. |
 | Max Rarity Lorwyn Eclipsed Pre-Release Pre-release Magic event featuring Lorwyn Eclipsed kits, competitive rounds, and prize packs for winners. |
 | 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training & Yoga Enrichment Program Multi-month yoga training and enrichment program focused on teaching certification, philosophy, anatomy, and deepening personal practice. |
 | Holy Rollers: Long Island Premiere Comedy stage production about nuns entering a bowling tournament to save their church, blending humor, heart, and faith. |
 | 39+ Ready to Mingle Anniversary Party Late-night anniversary party for singles 39+, featuring music, dancing, cocktails, and a social mingle-focused atmosphere. |
 | PM Bar Tours – Farmingdale Bar Crawl Guided bar crawl visiting four local bars with games, icebreakers, and a host leading the night. |
Saturday, January 17
 | Puppy Yoga: Stretch, Smile, & Snuggle Gentle yoga paired with supervised puppy playtime, blending movement, mindfulness, and animal interaction in a controlled studio setting. |
 | Max Rarity Riftbound Origins 1K Competitive Riftbound tournament with cash prizes, Swiss rounds, and top cut play. Pre-registration recommended. |
 | NYC – Metro Founders Day Closed Founders Day luncheon honoring Kappa Alpha Psi legacy with fellowship, reflection, and formal celebration for members only. |
 | Christian Women’s Ministry 2nd Annual Chucks and Pearl Luncheon Faith-based women’s luncheon featuring worship, fellowship, and an empowering message on purpose from Reverend LaChrista Brown. |
 | Drip Paint Hands-on drip painting experience where guests splash, flick, and create abstract art. No experience needed. |
 | Singles Learn to Curl Ice Time & Lessons Singles-only curling lesson and guided gameplay on ice, designed to meet new people while learning a unique sport. |
 | MULVA: Demon Ass Kicker — World Premiere & Q&A Catch the world premiere of this outrageous horror-comedy, followed by a live Q&A with the director and cast, plus merch available on-site. |
 | 2026 NYCD Haitian Society Awards Dinner Dance Formal awards dinner and dance honoring correctional professionals, featuring cocktails, ceremony, dinner, and live music. |
 | GALA CDA Night Annual CDA-USA Gala Night featuring live DJs, formal attire, and a late-night celebration running into the early morning. |
Saturday, January 17
 | Silent Book Club – Sunday Afternoon Bring your own book and enjoy quiet reading time, optional discussion, and community connection. No assigned reading. |
 | The Long Island Music Lover’s Faire – Record & CD Show Record and CD show featuring vinyl, CDs, memorabilia, and music collectibles across multiple genres. |
 | Ready to Mingle Presents: Teen Night Teen-only nightclub-style event with DJ music, dancing, and games in a supervised, alcohol-free environment. |
Monday, January 12
 | New York Rangers vs. Seattle Kraken Watch the Rangers face the Kraken in an NHL matchup featuring fast-paced action and elite talent. |
Tuesday, January 13
 | St. John’s Red Storm vs. Marquette Golden Eagles St. John’s takes on Marquette in a Big East college basketball showdown at MSG. |
 | Seton Hall Pirates vs. UConn Huskies Catch Seton Hall battling UConn in a high-stakes college basketball matchup. |
Wednesday, January 14
 | Manhattan Jaspers Women’s Basketball vs. Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers Watch Manhattan’s women’s team compete against Mount St. Mary’s in a midweek college basketball matchup. |
 | Iona Gaels Women’s Basketball vs. Merrimack Warriors Cheer on Iona’s women’s basketball team as they face Merrimack in conference play. |
 | Seton Hall Pirates Women’s Basketball vs. Marquette Golden Eagles Seton Hall hosts Marquette in a competitive women’s college basketball game. |
 | New Jersey Devils vs. Seattle Kraken Catch the Devils taking on the Kraken in an NHL matchup packed with fast-paced action. |
 | New York Rangers vs. Ottawa Senators Watch the Rangers battle the Senators in a prime-time NHL showdown at MSG. |
Thursday, January 15
 | NJIT Highlanders Women’s Basketball vs. UMass Lowell River Hawks Watch NJIT’s women’s basketball team face UMass Lowell in a competitive college matchup. |
 | Wagner Seahawks Women’s Basketball vs. Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Cheer on Wagner as they take on Fairleigh Dickinson in women’s college basketball action. |
Friday, January 16
 | Brooklyn Nets vs. Chicago Bulls Catch the Nets hosting the Bulls in an NBA showdown featuring star talent and high-energy play. |
 | New York Sirens vs. Minnesota Frost Watch the New York Sirens take on Minnesota in a professional women’s hockey matchup. |
Saturday, January 17
 | Seton Hall Pirates vs. Butler Bulldogs Seton Hall hosts Butler in a Big East men’s basketball matchup with conference implications. |
 | Fordham Rams vs. Duquesne Dukes Fordham faces Duquesne in a competitive college basketball game at Rose Hill. |
 | Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs. Long Island University Sharks Fairleigh Dickinson takes on LIU in a tightly contested college basketball matchup. |
 | Manhattan Jaspers vs. Siena Saints Manhattan College hosts Siena in an afternoon college basketball showdown. |
 | Wagner Seahawks Women’s Basketball vs. New Haven Chargers Wagner’s women’s team faces New Haven in a home college basketball matchup. |
 | Saint Peter’s Peacocks vs. Rider Broncs Saint Peter’s battles Rider in a conference college basketball game. |
 | New Jersey Devils vs. Carolina Hurricanes The Devils take on the Hurricanes in a Saturday night NHL matchup. |
 | New York Knicks vs. Phoenix Suns Watch the Knicks face the Suns in a high-profile NBA showdown at MSG. |
Sunday, January 18
 | Fordham Rams Women’s Basketball vs. St. Bonaventure Bonnies Fordham’s women’s team hosts St. Bonaventure in a Sunday afternoon matchup. |
Wednesday, January 14
 | Joe Pianos Live at Baldoria Live one-man piano show featuring crowd favorites, sing-alongs, and a lively dinner-and-drinks atmosphere. |
Thursday, January 15
Freyah – A Tribute to Women Who Rock High-energy live tribute performance celebrating iconic female rock artists with powerful vocals and a full-band rock sound. |
Friday, January 16
 | Happy Hour with Guys With Guitars Two-for-one drinks from 4–7 PM with live music, followed by Decadia at 8 PM. No cover until 7 PM. |
 | Joe Pianos Solo Happy Hour Live solo piano performance during happy hour at The Coop’s Nashville Kitchen, featuring laid-back crowd favorites. |
 | Mach5 Band Trio Live at Ciminelli’s Enjoy classic rock, Motown, R&B, and more while dining at this lively live music night featuring the Mach5 Band Trio. |
 | First Public Show of 2026! Mystic at Plattduetsche Live band performance with high-energy rock, German food, drinks, and a lively beer hall atmosphere to kick off 2026. |
 | 80s vs. 90s Flashback Night ft. Decadia Travel back through the biggest hits of the 80s and 90s with live music by Decadia, plus DJ Mike Savage between sets. Doors open at 7 PM, show starts at 8 PM. |
 | Power 78.7 Freestyle Winter Powerland 3 feat. Reina Live freestyle concert featuring Reina and Denine, plus DJs spinning club classics, freestyle hits, drink specials, and giveaways. |
 | OFF THE RECORD at Brixx & Barley Live band performance with high-energy music, great food, and a lively bar atmosphere. No cover charge. |
 | 80s vs 90s Flashback Night with Decadia Dance through the best of the 80s and 90s with Decadia and DJ Mike Savage. Doors open at 7 PM, VIP options available. |
 | That Diva Band Live High-energy live band performance featuring big vocals and crowd-favorite hooks at a popular Farmingdale bar spot. |
Saturday, January 17
 | Heartbreakers: Girls-Only Day Party A girls-only daytime party for women who want night-out energy without the late-night burnout. DJs spin 90s, 2000s, and current anthems from pop and R&B favorites, with cocktails, dancing, and unapologetic feel-good vibes. |
 | Vinyl Revival & Tasty Wave Dance, new wave, Motown, and funk rock night featuring Vinyl Revival and DJ Ronnie Sparks’ Tasty Wave set. |
 | Shine On – A Musical and Visual Tribute to Pink Floyd Immersive live tribute featuring Pink Floyd’s music with synchronized visuals in a concert-style theater setting. |
 | Eats & Beats — DJ MDW Live Dine, drink, and dance during this high-energy night featuring DJ MDW from Power 78.7 Radio, plus a birthday celebration vibe all night long. |
 | Nutty Irishman Show A live night of Journey classics and rock legends, bringing high-energy singalongs and classic rock favorites to the stage. |
 | Too Fat Guys @ Craftu Lynbrook Live band performance bringing high-energy music to Craftu for a late-night weekend crowd. |
 | Live Band Karaoke Sing your favorite songs backed by a live band for an interactive, high-energy karaoke night. |
Sunday, January 18
 | Wantagh Après Ski Block Party The first Wantagh Après Ski Block Party brings winter vibes to Railroad Avenue with drink specials, giveaways, vendors, and live music. Enjoy sets from Guys With Guitars, followed by DJ Neil C, and break out your best ski-themed outfit for a high-energy afternoon party. |
 | The Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular Featuring Live Band Shine On Experience Pink Floyd’s music set to mind-blowing lasers, immersive visuals, and a live tribute band performance. |
✨ That’s a wrap on this week’s top picks!
Don’t forget to mark your calendar, grab your crew, and make the most of what Nassau County has to offer.
We’ll be back with more local finds—until then, have fun out there! 🎉