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Week of May 12th to 18th 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👇
516 Update
May 11, 2025
Fair Days & Fun Ways
What’s Happening This Weekend in Nassau County
 | Mineola Foodie Festival Dig into food trucks, craft drinks, live music, and local vendors at this delicious two-day celebration! |
 | Fifth Annual Garden Days Enjoy a weekend of plant sales, garden tours, music, and floral workshops. |
 | Wantagh Spring Festival Craft fair, food trucks, kids zone & free ice cream for first 500 kids under 12! |
 | Bethpage Street Fair Vendors, food trucks, live music, and free admission—perfect for a fun family day out! |
 | Spring Dust-Off Car Show Car show with vendors, live music, kids zone & guest builders—free for all spectators! |
Monday, May 12th
 | Meet the Scouts & Support Pack 77 Enjoy frozen yogurt and help raise funds—16% of sales go to Cub Scouts Pack 77! |
 | Girls Night Out Long Island Dance, sip, shop local, and meet Danielle Cabral from RHONJ at this glam girls' night out! |
Tuesday, May 13th
 | Spring 2025 Daisy Parent Info Night Learn about Girl Scouts with your daughter—make a project and explore troop life together. |
Wednesday, May 14th
 | 3rd Annual Long Island Hospitality Association "Sip & Savor" Sip cocktails, savor bites, and soak in live music at this tasty night out for foodies and fun-lovers! 21+ only. |
 | Go Big 2025 NY's top insurance conference with workshops, networking, and a tradeshow. Full Access & Tradeshow-Only tickets available. |
Friday, May 16th
 | Art & Heritage: A Pop-Up Celebration of Long Island’s Cultures Enjoy art, music, food, and community at this cultural night spotlighting Long Island’s diversity. |
Saturday, May 17th
 | Franklin Square Shred Event Shred your documents securely for free—no appointment needed. Protect your privacy with USA Shred. |
 | Hope In Motion: A Walk for Youth Mental Health Awareness Join a walk for youth mental health with music, raffles, wellness stations, and community support. |
 | Cradle-Con 2025: Comic, Collectible & Pop Culture Con Cosplay, comics, games & collectibles at Long Island’s fan-run pop culture celebration. Fun for all ages! |
 | Petals and Paws Adoption Event Free adoptions, raffles, food trucks, rescue groups, and more for a fun-filled pet-friendly day. |
 | Dating is Ruff: Singles Mixer A dog-lover-themed mixer for singles 25–40. Meet new people, sip craft brews, and mingle with fellow pup fans. |
 | Military Women Supporting One Another Fashion Show Fundraiser A fashion show fundraiser celebrating unity and support among military women. |
 | 51st Annual Bethune/Height Recognition Program Empowerment luncheon honoring African American women leaders. Keynote by Rev. Shavon Arline-Bradley. Music by DJ Chris Washington. |
Monday, May 12th
 | Mercy First ‘Fore the Kids’ Golf and Pickleball Tournament Golf, pickleball, cocktails, and dinner to support children and families in need. |
 | 30th Annual Maurer Foundation Golf Classic Enjoy 18 holes, contests, raffles, BBQ lunch, and dinner—all supporting breast health education. |
Tuesday, May 13th
 | Long Beach Recreation Season Restart Softball season kicks off again! Roster submission encouraged before opening night. |
Saturday, May 17th
 | 3D Tournament Fundraiser Archery tournament with trophies, food, and raffles. All proceeds support bowhunting rights. |
 | Long Island Roller Rebels: Season Opener Catch the Rebels take on Philly Roller Derby in this high-energy home opener! Doors open at 6 PM. |
Sunday, May 18th
 | 2025 Gentleman’s Ride – Oyster Bay Ride dapper to raise funds for men’s health and prostate cancer research. Registration required. |
 | Fords at the Park Epic Ford show with awards, raffles, prizes & more. Free for spectators, $20–$25 to show your car! |
Wednesday, May 14th
 | Ed Ryan at Bunker Hill American Taproom Catch Ed Ryan live with original songs and stories at your favorite local taproom. |
Friday, May 16th
 | Evan & James Live @ The Snug Live music with Evan & James Band at a cozy local bar. Great beer, tunes, and vibes. |
 | Dominick Paradise as Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Dinner and a tribute to Frankie Valli—reserve early for this lively musical evening. |
 | Kane Brown @ UBS Arena Catch Kane Brown and Mitchell Tenpenny live for a high-energy country concert you won’t forget! |
 | Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks – Yes Epics, Classics & More Experience the legendary voice of Yes live—prog rock, epic hits, and a night of musical nostalgia! |
 | Too Fat Guys @ EGP Oceanside Live tunes by the bar with Too Fat Guys—good food, craft beer & vibes. |
Saturday, May 17th
 | Porchfeast – Sea Cliff Enjoy the Paumanok Stompers and other Long Island bands at this lively front porch music fundraiser. |
 | Shilelagh Law at The Cabana Catch live Irish music by the beach in this lively fundraiser for the Long Beach VFW. |
 | Category3 Rocks Porchfest Rock out with Category3 at Porchfest! Live music outdoors at the Historical Society. |
 | Charles Gange as Sinatra Enjoy dinner and a Sinatra tribute show—reserve early to guarantee your seat. |
 | RPM & Friends @ Grandpa Tony’s Live music, great food, and a friendly waterfront vibe—outdoor and indoor seating available. |
 | Stone ConneXion at Popei’s Enjoy great food and Rolling Stones hits with this high-energy tribute band. |
 | WBAB presents ZEBRA: 50th Anniversary Tour w/ Meanstreak Rock out with Zebra and special guests Meanstreak in an epic anniversary show. |
Sunday, May 18th
 | Happy Trails: Classic Country Music A lively tribute to country music with “same guys, different hats”—family-friendly and free! |
 | Irish Music Festival Irish bands, dancers, and pipe music fill the biergarten for a fun, family-friendly Sunday celebration. |
 | Royal Crown Players Enjoy an evening of fantasy and folklore brought to life through music and storytelling. |
 | Shilelagh Law at the Nassau Co. Police Pipes & Drums Fundraiser Live Irish music, drinks, and good vibes at this fun-filled fundraiser in a classic biergarten setting. |
 | Mike Younger – Live at Buckley’s Live music from Mike Younger in a cozy local venue. |
✨ 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! 🎉
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