Festivals & Fairs
October 23–25
Street fair Saturday–Sunday 10 AM–5 PM; carnival opens Friday 6 PM and Saturday–Sunday 11 AM | Merrick LIRR station, Sunrise Highway & Merrick Avenue
Browse vendors, grab something tasty and enjoy carnival rides. Free admission; rides and purchases cost extra.
→ VIEW EVENTSaturday, October 24
9 AM–2 PM | Kennedy Plaza, Long Beach
Browse handcrafted jewelry, photography, fine art and unique gifts made by local artists.
→ VIEW EVENTOctober 24–25
Saturday noon–5 PM; Sunday 9 AM–3:45 PM | Starkie Brothers Garden Center, 721 Main Street, Farmingdale
Explore colorful chrysanthemums. Sunday’s awards start at 3:45 PM, followed by a bloom sale at 4 PM.
→ VIEW EVENTMusic & Shows
Tuesday, October 20
6:30 PM | Tilles Center Concert Hall, Brookville
Add a musical twist to spooky season with Ghostbusters in Concert. Tickets required.
→ VIEW EVENTThursday, October 22
8 PM | Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury
Make Thursday a night out with R&B singer Anthony Hamilton performing live.
→ VIEW EVENTThursday, October 22
8 PM | Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall, Wantagh
Hear acoustic performances and song stories from members of Nine Days, The Verve Pipe, Wheatus and Spin Doctors. Doors 6 PM; ages 18+.
→ VIEW EVENTFriday, October 23
8 PM | Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury
Celebrate the music of Phil Collins during this tribute production.
→ VIEW EVENTFriday, October 23
8 PM | Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall, Wantagh
Revisit two decades of music with Stifler’s Mom and DJ Savage. Doors open at 7 PM.
→ VIEW EVENTSaturday, October 24
3 PM | The Space at Westbury, Westbury
Catch a double bill featuring Return to Paradise and Gold Dust Woman. Doors 2 PM; tickets required.
→ VIEW EVENTSaturday, October 24
8 PM | Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, Westbury
Enjoy a tribute celebrating Michael Jackson’s music and performances.
→ VIEW EVENTOctober 24–25
8 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont
Catch KATSEYE as the group brings its Wildworld Tour to UBS Arena for two nights.
→ VIEW EVENTOctober 24–25
Saturday 7:30 PM; Sunday 2:30 PM | Elmont Memorial Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont
See Plaza Theatrical’s drama inspired by John Merrick’s life. Recommended for ages 10+; children under 4 are not admitted.
→ VIEW EVENTSunday, October 25
3 PM | Krasnoff Theater at Tilles Center, Brookville
Hear songs from Wicked, The Phantom of the Opera, Sweeney Todd and more. Dress as your favorite Broadway character for the costume contest.
→ VIEW EVENTComedy
Thursday, October 22
8 PM | Krasnoff Theater at Tilles Center, Brookville
Spend an evening with Colin Quinn and his new comedy show.
→ VIEW EVENTOctober 23–24
Friday 7 PM & 9:45 PM; Saturday 4 PM & 6:30 PM | Governor’s Comedy Club, Levittown
Choose from four performances with Chris Distefano. Ages 16+; two-item minimum at tables.
→ VIEW EVENTSaturday, October 24
7:30 PM | Governor’s Giggle Room, Levittown
Catch headliner Greg Kritikos and a lineup of comedians. Ages 16+; two-item minimum at tables.
→ VIEW EVENTSunday, October 25
7 PM | Governor’s Comedy Club, Levittown
Close the weekend with a comedy show. Ages 16+; two-item minimum at tables.
→ VIEW EVENTSports & Fitness
Tuesday, October 20
7 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont
Cheer on the Islanders as they welcome Anaheim for Tuesday night hockey.
→ VIEW EVENTThursday, October 22
7:30 PM | UBS Arena, Elmont
Head to UBS Arena as the Islanders face the Los Angeles Kings.
→ VIEW EVENTSaturday, October 24
9:15 AM; kids’ run 8:45 AM | Front Street & Park Boulevard, Massapequa Park
Run or walk through Massapequa Preserve while supporting mental health initiatives for first responders. Bib pickup 8–8:45 AM; registration required. Rain or shine.
→ VIEW EVENTHalloween & Fall
October 19–25 — daily
10 AM–4:30 PM | Heritage Farm & Garden, Muttontown
Explore the corn maze, seasonal treats and family activities. Weekend music: Miles to Dayton Saturday and Frank Cardello Sunday, 11 AM–1:30 PM. Check activity packages.
→ VIEW EVENTOctober 21, 22 & 25
6 PM | 317 Main Street, Farmingdale
Watch Hocus Pocus while enjoying five courses inspired by the movie. Listed at $50 per person; advance tickets required.
→ VIEW EVENTOctober 23–25
6–9 PM | Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre
Enjoy an enchanted forest walk, crafts, face painting and Halloween music. Non-scary tickets $22; an upgraded ticket adds scarier attractions.
→ VIEW EVENTSaturday, October 24
1–4 PM | Marjorie R. Post Community Park, 451 Unqua Road, Massapequa
Enjoy a children’s pumpkin patch, Halloween hayride, games, giveaways and inflatables. Free admission; food costs extra. Costumes encouraged; rain or shine.
→ VIEW EVENTSaturday, October 24
6–9 PM | Long Island Children’s Museum, Garden City
Trick-or-treat through the museum and join the Monster Mash Dance Party. $16 members, $18 nonmembers; optional theater performances cost extra.
→ VIEW EVENTSaturday, October 24
8–11 PM | Hempstead House, Sands Point Preserve, Sands Point
Step into a twisted Wonderland for dinner, an open bar and dancing. Ages 21+; general admission $250 plus credit card fees. Costumes or cocktail attire requested.
→ VIEW EVENTSunday, October 25
Noon–3 PM | Sands Point Preserve, Sands Point
Bring your pup for a costume contest, pet-friendly vendors, games and raffles. $20 cash event fee per dog, plus $15 parking for nonmembers. Rain date November 1.
→ VIEW EVENTCommunity & More
Saturday, October 24
10–11:30 AM | Sands Point Preserve, Sands Point
Explore fall foliage with Hildur Palsdottir. Members: $10 adults, children free. Nonmembers: $15 adults, $5 children; parking included.
→ VIEW EVENTSaturday, October 24
11 AM–12:30 PM or 1–2:30 PM | Manes Center, Nassau County Museum of Art, Roslyn Harbor
Bring the family for an enchanted-forest-themed program. $10 members and children; $20 nonmember adults. Children must attend with an adult caregiver.
→ VIEW EVENTSunday, October 25
Noon | Governor’s Comedy Club, Levittown
Enjoy a Sunday afternoon outing with Bingopalooza. Ages 16+; two-item minimum at tables.
→ VIEW EVENTSunday, October 25
3 PM | Nassau County Museum of Art, Roslyn Harbor
Learn about Tiffany with Benjamin Macklowe. Free for members; $20 nonmembers, $15 seniors, $10 students. Advance registration recommended.
→ VIEW EVENTAll times are local to Nassau County, New York. Check the event links for ticket availability, registration and schedule or weather updates.
✨ 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! 🎉
