2026 Labor Day weekend events on Long Island
Cree Hazard, of the Naragansett Peqout Mashpee tribe, dances at the opening ceremony of the 79th annual Shinnecock Powwow in Southampton in August 2025. Credit: Elizabeth Sagarin
Who says you have to say goodbye to summer? Prolong the inevitable by filling your calendar this Labor Day weekend with fun things to do, from the Dino Safari to KoreaFesta to a holiday dance party on Fire Island.
Sept. 2-7: LuminoCity Dino Safari at Walt Whitman Shops
160 Walt Whitman Rd., Huntington Station
Rosa Flores and her daughter Savannah Smith, of Huntington, walk through LuminoCity Dino Safari at Walt Whitman Shops in Melville. Credit: Elizabeth Sagarin
Take a walk-through adventure to see animatronic dinosaurs of all sizes through Oct. 18. The safari also features rides, exhibits and fossil hunts, along with a Triceratops bounce nest, ax throwing and a playground.
- When: 5-9 p.m. Monday, Wednesday; 5-9:30 p.m. Thursday and Sunday; 5-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday
- Cost: Opening day entry tickets start at $20.99; free for ages 3 and younger
- More info: luminocityfestival.com
Sept. 4-7: Shinnecock Powwow on Shinnecock grounds
Westgate Road off Montauk Highway on the Shinnecock reservation, Southampton
Sampwe Tarrant, of the Shinnecock Tribe, dances at the 79th annual Shinnecock Powwow in Southampton in August 2025. Credit: Elizabeth Sagarin
The annual celebration features tribal dancing, a dance and drum competition, crafts, native foods for sale and storytelling.
- When: 3-11 p.m. Sept. 4; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Sept. 5-6; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 7
- Cost: $20; $10 ages 5-12
- More info: 631-283-6143, shinnecock-nsn.gov
Sept. 4-7: Sean Kenney's Nature Connects at Old Westbury Gardens
71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury
A fox stalks rabbits, all built out of Lego bricks, at Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects exhibit at Old Westbury Gardens. Credit: Newsday/J. Conrad Williams Jr.
Catch the final weekend of the exhibit created by internationally acclaimed artist Sean Kenney, featuring 17 sculptures made of Lego bricks, inspired by the natural world and displayed around the gardens.
- When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Cost: $22; $12 ages 7-17
- More info: 516-333-0048, oldwestburygardens.org
Sept. 4-6: Schooner Liberty Clipper at Harborfront Park
Harborfront Park, Port Jefferson
Sail aboard the 125-foot tall ship Liberty Clipper for two hours, taking in views of Port Jefferson Harbor.
- When: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sept. 4-6
- Cost: $58.30; $37.10 younger than 10
- More info: 315-380-2920, libertyclipper.com
Sept. 4-6: Joy Behar at Bay Street Theater
On the Long Wharf, Sag Harbor
Laugh along with the TV host and comedian during "Bonkers in the Boroughs," five short comedy plays that she wrote and stars in.
- When: 8 p.m., Sept. 4, 2 and 8 p.m. Sept. 5; 2 p.m. Sept. 6
- Cost: Tickets: $99 to $159
- More info: 631-725-9500, baystreet.org
Sept. 4: Michael Jackson Dance Party at Mulcahy's Pub and Concert Hall
3232 Railroad Ave., Wantagh
Dance the night away to the music of the "King of Pop." Listen for favorites like "Billie Jean," "Beat It," "Thriller" and "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough."
- When: 8 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $25.65
- More info: 516-783-7500, mulcahyslongisland.com
Sept. 4: Classical music concert at Guild Hall
158 Main St., East Hampton
See concert pianist Dame Marina Arsenijevic perform.
- When: 7:30 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $100
- More info: 631-324-0808, guildhall.org
Sept. 5-7: KoreaFesta in Huntington Station
Mahanaim, 300 Nassau Rd., Huntington Station
Yeonjae Lee, of Huntington, center, dances with the Memphis Belle dance group during KoreaFesta in August 2025. Credit: Morgan Campbell
Celebrate Korean culture with street food, a pop-up Korean-inspired store, a kimchi cooking class, crafts and a K-pop dance performance. Attendees can also see a traditional Korean Hanbok dress or suit; register for tickets.
- When: 12:30-7 p.m.
- Cost: Free admission
- More info: eventbrite.com
Sept. 5-6: WWII Tanker Friend and Foe at Museum of American Armor
1303 Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage
See tanks as a tribute to American forces alongside replica vehicles including a Hellcat and Tiger tank.
- When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Cost: $15, $12 ages 5-12
- More info: museumofamericanarmor.com, 516-454-8265
Sept. 5: Tribute to First Responders at Riverhead Raceway
1797 Old Country Rd., Riverhead
Watch thrilling races as the sun sets at Riverhead Raceway in Calverton. Credit: Newsday/Steve Pfost
Racing includes figure eights, legends, street stocks, bandoleros and a car demo.
- When: Grandstand opens at 5 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $30, $20 ages 6-12; free 5 and younger. First responders (fire, police, ambulance, nurses) with ID get 50% off price of admission.
- More info: 631-842-7223, riverheadraceway.com
Sept. 5: Breaking Benjamin at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
895 Bay Pkwy., Wantagh
Catch Breaking Benjamin, lead by singer Benjamin Burnley, at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on Sept. 5. Credit: Getty Images/Stephen J. Cohen
Listen to the alternative rock band led by singer and guitarist Benjamin Burnley.
- When: 6 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $40.50
- More info: 516-221-1000, livenation.com
Sept. 5: G.E. Smith at Guild Hall
158 E. Main St., East Hampton
The legendary guitarist presents a "behind-the-scenes" conversation about his career, along with a performance.
- When: 8 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $92
- More info: 631-324-0808, guildhall.org
Sept. 5: 'So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience' at The Suffolk
118 E. Main St., Riverhead
Listen as Robert Neary performs a tribute to singer-songwriter Neil Diamond.
- When: 8 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets: $35-$75
- More info: 631-727-4343, thesuffolk.org
Sept. 5: The Soul of Marvin at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center
76 Main St., Westhampton Beach
Hear the catalog of hits made famous by R&B artist and soul singer Marvin Gaye, performed by Brian Owens.
- When: 8 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets: $64-$87
- More info: 631-288-1500, whbpac.org
Sept. 6: Polo at the Park at Bethpage State Park
Corner of Plainview Road and Manchester Drive, Bethpage
Keep score during Polo at the Park at Bethpage Stage Park. Credit: Newsday/Audrey C. Tiernan
Keep score at a polo match featuring professional players.
- When: Gates open at 2 p.m.; match begins at 3 p.m.
- Cost: $25; $15 ages younger than 12
- More info: 516-500-7656, bethpagepolo.com
Sept. 6: Labor Day Dance Party at Flynn's
Ocean Bay Park, Fire Island
DJ City, left, and Fotsbeats spin music at Flynn's Fire Island in Ocean Bay Park. Credit: Linda Rosier
Celebrate the long weekend and dance to music by Fotsbeats and Friends. There will also be vendors and giveaways.
- When: Noon-8 p.m.
- Cost: $10
- More info: 631-583-5000, flynnsfireislandny.com
Sept. 7: Robert C. McAvoy Race in Long Beach
Boardwalk, 98 Laurelton Blvd., Long Beach
Register for the 5K race or walk, where all registered runners get admission to the beach. Start and finish on Laurelton Boulevard and the boardwalk.
- When: 8 a.m.
- Cost: $35 registration fee
- More info: elitefeats.com
Sept. 7: The Mystic at The Boat Yard
Tobay Beach, 1 Ocean Pkwy., Massapequa
Head to the beach and hear sounds performed by the cover band, with frontman Sam Bello.
- When: 5:30 p.m.
- Cost: No cover
- More info: 516-468-6874, theboatyardny.com
