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🎉 May 19th to 25th Events in Nassau 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👇
Janine Colango
May 17, 2025
🎻 Music, Trivia & Fun—Join Us June 1st in Hicksville! 🎶
Think you know your tunes? Join the Symphonic Pops of Long Island for an exciting afternoon of music trivia and "Name That Tune"—live from the stage!
From timeless classics to nostalgic hits, our orchestra brings the soundtrack of decades to life in a fun, interactive concert experience.
🗓️ Sunday, June 1 at 2pm
📍 Levittown Hall, Hicksville
🎁 Music, prizes, and family-friendly fun!🎟️ Admission: $10 (Kids are free!)
🔗 symphonicpopsli.org
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind musical event—bring your trivia team and let the games begin!
Fair Days & Fun Ways
What’s Happening This Weekend in Nassau County
 | 🎉 Levittown Carnival A family-friendly carnival with spectacular rides, food, games, and fun. Free entry and parking all weekend long! |
 | 🛍️ Arts in the Plaza – Opening Day Kick off the season with handcrafted art, local vendors, and live music in this weekly outdoor festival. |
 | 🎭 Yoga in the Gardens Unwind with a peaceful yoga session surrounded by blooming gardens and serene views. |
 | 🏆 Four Leaf Air Show at Jones Beach A Memorial Day weekend tradition featuring the Thunderbirds, Golden Knights, and thrilling Warbird aerial performances. |
 | 🛍️ Bellmore Sunday Flea Market Shop from a wide variety of vendors offering household goods, books, jewelry, food, and more. |
 | 🏆 48th Annual City Managers 10-Mile Race to Remember A 10-mile Memorial Day weekend race honoring city managers and community service. |
Support a Cause That Matters
Join the Gabby Petito Foundation’s charity golf outing to raise awareness for missing persons and support victim advocacy. Play with purpose and make an impact.
⛳️ Sponsorships and tickets available now.
👉 Register or donate
📅 Tuesday, May 20th
 | 🧒 Long Island AGAPE Family Fun Day Beach scavenger hunt and walk for adoptive and foster families. Fun, snacks, and adventure for all ages! |
📅 Wednesday, May 21st
 | 🎉 Posh Moves: Line Dance Edition Learn the “Boots on the Ground” line dance with Long Island Soul Sliders East. Ages 18+. Includes fan, bandana & community vibes. |
 | 🎭 Comedy Night feat. Mark Normand Nationally known comic Mark Normand brings sharp wit and nonstop laughs in a night of stand-up hosted by Ryan Reiss. |
📅 Thursday, May 22nd
 | 🎭 Root to Rise: Meditation and Sound Bath A guided sound bath and meditation experience designed to help you relax, reset, and realign with peace and intention. |
📅 Friday, May 23rd
 | 🏆 Practice Air Show / Beach Day Kick off Memorial Day weekend with a beach day and early preview of the Jones Beach Air Show. |
 | 🎉 Club 8: Ridiculously Fun Social Skills Group for Teens A fun, hands-on social group for teens focused on confidence, friendships, and communication through awesome weekly activities. |
 | 🎉 Singles TGIF Brews, Band & Buffet Kick off the weekend with a themed BBQ, live music, craft brews, and a fun night for singles of all ages. |
📅 Saturday, May 24th
 | 🎉 Long Island Speed Dating (Men 48–61, Women 45–58) Meet up to 15 local singles in a relaxed, structured setting designed to spark real connections. Includes multiple mini-dates and next-day match results. Pre-registration required. |
 | 🎭 The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show An interactive murder mystery dinner where the suspects are hiding among the guests. Expect laughs, suspense, and surprises. |
 | 🎉 Bingo Loco – Late Show Part bingo, part party—this Memorial Day weekend event brings dancing, prizes, and surprises. Doors open at 8 PM. |
📅 Sunday, May 25th
 | 🎭 Murder Mystery An interactive evening of intrigue and laughs over dinner as guests unravel a thrilling murder mystery. |
📅 Wednesday, May 21st
 | 🏆 Berner Athletic Spring Fundraiser Games Enjoy a mix of lacrosse, baseball, softball, and track—all to support the Connor Kasin Memorial Foundation. |
📅 Thursday, May 22nd
 | 🏆 All In For a Cure Harbor Charity golf and poker event supporting NephCure. Includes golf, card games, food, and drinks—all for a great cause. |
📅 Friday, May 23rd
 | 🏆 Memorial Day Clash Youth baseball tournament for ages 7u–18u. USABL qualifier with 3 pool games and playoffs over Memorial Day weekend. |
📅 Saturday, May 24th
 | 🏆 EMSC Memorial Day Tournament Youth soccer tournament for U5–U12 teams with one- or two-day game options. Open to intramural and travel teams. |
 | 🏆 Rally for Rebecca 5K Walk, Run & Roll + Fun Run Join the 5K walk/run/roll supporting Rebecca Koltun and Help Hope Live. In-person and virtual options available. |
 | 🏆 Planting Fields Spring 5K Enjoy a scenic 5K through historic gardens and grounds. All participants receive a bib and finisher medal. |
 | 🏆 Ginky Memorial 9-Ball Tournament Kick off this 3-day 9-ball event with top players from across the region. Pre-registration only—no walk-ins allowed. |
📅 Sunday, May 25th
 | 🏆 Ride For Freedom XXXVII Join this veteran-led motorcycle ride to honor POW/MIA service members. Ceremony, raffle, and discounted museum visit follow. |
📅 Wednesday, May 21st
 | 🎭 Ed Ryan: All Original Songs & Stories Dinner Show Enjoy a 3-course dinner and intimate live music experience featuring original songs and stories by Ed Ryan. Reservation recommended. |
📅 Thursday, May 22nd
 | 🎸 Vinyl Revival @ DOX Dance the night away with live 70s & 80s hits by one of Long Island’s favorite cover bands, Vinyl Revival. |
 | 🎸 Emmett Hughes Band Live performance by the Emmett Hughes Band at this iconic local venue. Great music and atmosphere await. |
📅 Friday, May 23rd
 | 🎸 Pagman & Robin kick off Memorial Day Weekend at Otto’s Live music on the deck at the Nautical Mile to celebrate the unofficial start of summer. No cover charge! |
 | 🎸 Joe Pianos: Concert on the Waterfront Enjoy live music by Joe Pianos at the tiki bar on the water—perfect for a relaxing Friday evening. |
 | 🎸 Pour Some 80’s On Me at Plattduetsche Park Enjoy a high-energy 80s tribute band performing live outdoors at the Biergarten stage. Fun, music, and nostalgia under the stars! |
 | 🎸 The FAST TRACK Band debut performance Enjoy a night of rock, pop, and dance covers with The FAST TRACK Band's high-energy debut show. |
 | 🎸 Evan & James Live @ Prost Grill & Garten Enjoy live acoustic music in a cozy bierhall setting with Evan & James Band. Great food, drinks, and tunes. |
 | 🎸 Electric Rooster @ Mr. Beery’s Rock & Blues Fest Electric Rooster, No Excuses, and Charlie Sub & the Sound Dogs hit the stage for a night of live rock and blues. |
 | 🎸 Power Freestyle @ Mulcahy’s feat DJ MDW Freestyle and house anthems with DJ MDW, plus Lady Tita & Robbie Love from Power 78.7 Radio. High-energy dance night! |
 | 🎸 BEARCHILD, ANARKUSS, GRASSFACE, OLBY @ Nostalgia Live punk and folk show featuring touring and local acts. Bands include BEARCHILD, ANARKUSS, GRASSFACE, and OLBY. |
 | 🎸 The Pink Floyd Project Celebrate 50 years of Wish You Were Here with a 10-piece live band and immersive visuals. Ages 21+. Doors at 7 PM, show at 9 PM. |
 | 🎸 Tom Elton Tribute A tribute concert celebrating the music of Elton John and Tom Petty in one unforgettable night. |
 | 🎸 Too Fat Guys @ Craft, Wantagh Live gig featuring Too Fat Guys—grab a drink and enjoy an energetic Friday night set. |
 | 🎸 Five Stone Live at Prohibition Park Local favorite FiveStone returns for a night of high-energy rock in an intimate live music venue. |
📅 Saturday, May 24th
 | 🎸 Beenie Man – Elmont, NY The Grammy-winning King of Dancehall hits the UBS stage for a high-energy night of reggae and dancehall. |
 | 🎸 Swing the Teapot: Rockers Revival Enjoy classic hits from the 50s, 60s, and 70s in a cozy café with live music and great vibes. |
📅 Sunday, May 25th
 | 🎸 Decades at New York Beach Club Enjoy a Memorial Day weekend show with live rock and roll hits, beach views, food, and drinks. Open to the public. |
 | 🎸 Big-O Acoustic @ The Harrison Enjoy acoustic tunes and classic gastropub fare at this vibrant neighborhood restaurant. |
✨ 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! 🎉