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The stand-up comedian performs on his "Laugh Till It Hurts" tour.
When: 7 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $86.50
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 The Paramount in concert with Northwell
 <address>370 New York Ave., Huntington</address><a href="tel:631-673-7300">631-673-7300</a><a href="https://www.paramountny.com/shows">paramountny.com</a>
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Anthony Rodia

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Bring a basket and hunt for brightly colored eggs; children must be accompanied by an adult.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; reserve on website
Cost: $12; $5 helping siblings ages 7-12; $7 for adults
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 Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery and Aquarium
 <address>1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor</address><a href="tel:516-692-6768">516-692-6768</a><a href="http://cshfishhatchery.org/event/egg-hunt/">cshfishhatchery.org</a>
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Egg hunt

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Join Peppa, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig and George as they learn about the different sounds instruments make. The Aurora Orchestra will perform music from the show.
When: 2 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $51.90; free ages 2 and younger
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 Tilles Center for the Performing Arts
 <address>720 Northern Blvd., Brookville</address><a href="tel:516-299-3100">516-299-3100</a><a href="https://www.tillescenter.org/events">tillescenter.org</a>
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"Peppa Pig: My First Concert"

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Play bingo turned up a notch with high-energy tunes and prizes. 
When: 2 and 7 p.m. 
Cost: $35 admission 
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 Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall 
 <address>3232 Railroad Ave., Wantagh</address> <a href="tel:516-783-7500">516-783-7500</a><a href="https://mulcahyslongisland.com/event/bingo-loco-early-session-2/">mulcahyslongisland.com</a>
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Bingo Loco

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The plunge benefits the athletes of the Special Olympics. Raise at least $150 to receive an official plunge sweatshirt. 
When: 9 to 10:30 a.m., plunge at 11 a.m. 
Cost: $25 suggested donation 
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 Tobay Beach 
 <address>Ocean Parkway east of Jones Beach, Massapequa</address> <a href="https://events.nyso.org/site/TR?fr_id=2190&amp;pg=entry">events.nyso.org</a>
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Town of Oyster Bay Polar Plunge

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Route runs up Edgemere Road, then turns onto Main Street past the reviewing stand on the green and finishes at the end of Main Street by the IGA.
When: Noon
Cost: Free
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 Montauk
 <address>Main Street </address><a href="tel:631-335-4122">631-335-4122</a><a href="https://www.montaukfriendsoferin.org/">montaukfriendsoferin.org</a>
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Montauk St. Patrick's Day parade

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The trail run gets you a good luck clover shirt; all participants 21 and older receive a free beer with ID. There is also a kiddie clover fun run at 9:30 a.m. 
When: 10 a.m. 
Cost: Fee starts at $33.80 
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 Polo in the Park field, Bethpage State Park 
 <address>Polo Road, pass the toll booth parking lot is on the left</address> <a href="https://events.elitefeats.com/264leaf">elitefeats</a>
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4-Leaf Clover 5K

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Kids can meet the Easter Bunny at this holiday festival. The event will feature a petting zoo, pony rides, a scavenger hunt, spring crafts and face painting.
When: Noon to 4 p.m.
Cost: $10, free younger than 3
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 Smithtown Historical Society
 <address>239 Main St., Smithtown</address><a href="tel:631-265-6768">631-265-6768</a><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/easter-festival-smithtown-historical-society-tickets-1983457789642?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl">eventbrite.com</a>
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Easter Festival

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The singer performs hit songs and discusses his career on the “I Miss You” tour. 
When:&nbsp;Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $45 
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 Bellmore Movies and Showplace 
 <address>222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore</address> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tony-orlando-the-storyteller-tickets-1982277749109">eventbrite.com</a>
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Tony Orlando 'The Storyteller'

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Run or walk the trails during this Easter-themed race; it also includes a free kids' fun run.
When: 9 a.m.; 8:30 a.m. fun run
Cost: Registration fee starts at $20
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 Eisenhower Park, field 2
 <address>East Meadow </address><a href="tel:"></a><a href="https://events.elitefeats.com/26lirrceaster?utm_source=Vesta&amp;utm_medium=Referral">events.elitefeats.com</a>
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Easter Bunny 5K

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See collectible, classic and <a href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/long-island-events/easter-egg-hunts-parades-events-2026-april-hlozktyz">antique cars and trucks parade down the street</a>, offering candy and treats to spectators; participating cars gather in parking lot Field 9E on the east side of Franklin Avenue between Ninth and Eleventh streets before the parade at 9 a.m. 
When: 1 to 3 p.m. 
Cost: Free for spectators; $20 early registration, $25 day of for show cars 
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 Franklin Avenue to Seventh Street 
 <address>Garden City</address> <a href="tel:516-746-7724">516-746-7724</a><a href="https://www.gardencitychamber.org/">gardencitychamber.org</a>
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Vintage Car Parade

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<a href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/long-island-events/hicks-nurseries-flower-garden-show-kqwcpjkc">Hicks Nurseries' Flower &amp; Garden Show</a> features gardens inspired by classic games. 
When: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through April 5 
Cost: Free 
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 Hicks Nurseries 
 <address>100 Jericho Tpke., Westbury</address> <a href="https://hicksnurseries.com/">hicksnurseries.com</a>
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Hicks Flower & Garden Show

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The singer-songwriter and instrumentalist performs his original music and fan-favorite rock classics.
When: 8 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $30
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 The Paramount in concert with Northwell
 <address>370 New York Ave., Huntington </address><a href="tel:631-673-7300">631-673-7300</a><a href="https://www.paramountny.com/shows">paramountny.com</a>
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The international circus cast&nbsp;includes comedians, clowns, acrobats, balancing acts, juggling and more. 
When: South Shore Mall: April 10-20; Smith Haven Mall: April 24-May 11 (times vary by date) 
Cost: Tickets start at $22.88 
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 South Shore Mall and Smith Haven Mall 
 <address>South Shore: 1701 Sunrise Hwy.,Bay Shore and Smith Haven: 313 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove</address> <a href="tel:877-829-7839">877-829-7839</a><a href="https://tickets.circusvazquez.com/locations">CircusVazquez.com</a>
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Circus Vazquez

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Celebrate spring with hikes, nature crafts and pond scooping activity. 
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Cost: $15, $12 ages 1-12 
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 Center for Science Teaching &amp; Learning 
 <address>1450 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre</address> <a href="tel:516-764-0045">516-764-0045</a><a href="https://cstl.org/special-events/">cstl.org</a>
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Nature Festival

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Run or walk and bring your leashed four-legged companion along; the run benefits Last Chance Animal Rescue of Holbrook.
When: 9 a.m. start
Cost: Registration starts at $30
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 Blydenburgh County Park Campground Playground
 <address>Veterans Memorial Highway, Smithtown</address><a href="tel:"></a><a href="https://events.elitefeats.com/26lastchance">elitefeats.com</a>
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Last Chance Run 4 the Rescue

The Long Island Chapter of Trout Unlimited will host a clinic on basic fly casting, featuring conservation displays and safety techniques. 
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
Cost: Free for ages 16 and older; $8 parking fee; advanced registration required 
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 Connetquot River State Park Preserve 
 <address>4090 Sunrise Hwy, Oakdale</address> <a href="tel:631-265-1054">631-265-1054</a><a href="https://parks.ny.gov/visit/events/long-island-chapter-trout-unlimited-basic-fly-casting">parks.ny.gov</a>
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Long Island Chapter of Trout Unlimited: Basic Fly Casting

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Planetarium show explores the night sky with Sesame Street's Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu.
When: 11 a.m. 
Cost: $25; $23 ages 2-12 includes admission to museum; $12, $11 ages 2-12 planetarium only
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 Cradle of Aviation Museum
 <address>Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Uniondale</address><a href="tel:516-572-4111">516-572-4111</a><a href="https://www.cradleofaviation.org/plan_your_visit/planetarium-dome-theater/movies-showtimes.html/event/2026/04/11/1775923200/one-world-one-sky-big-bird-s-adventure-/552522">cradleofaviation.org</a>
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One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure

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<a href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/recreation/seal-walks-cruises-2025-2026-w263rtsy">Tour departs</a> from the area near the fence at the western end of the parking lot. The walk is about 1.2 miles round trip and takes about 90 minutes, weather permitting. Meet 15 minutes before departure. 
When: 8 a.m. 
Cost: $5 suggested donation (not mandatory), $3 younger than 18, reservations required 
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 Cupsogue Beach County Park 
 <address>975 Dune Road, Westhampton Beach</address> <a href="tel:631-319-6003">631-319-6003</a><a href="https://cresli.org/common/news/articles/article-detail.cfm?QID=11251&amp;clientID=12000&amp;topicID=0&amp;subsection=sidebar">cresli.org</a>
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Seal walk

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The comedian from Long Island performs his "Find the Funny" stand-up show. 
When: 8 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets range: $54-$182 
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 The Paramount 
 <address>370 New York Ave., Huntington</address> <a href="tel:631-673-7300">631-673-7300</a><a href="https://www.paramountny.com/shows">paramountny.com</a>
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Jim Breuer

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See the musical play about the life and career of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
When: Matinee and evening performances
Cost: Tickets start at $32
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 CM Performing Arts Center
 <address>931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale</address><a href="tel:631-218-2810">631-218-2810</a><a href="https://www.cmpac.com/contact-us/">cmpac.com</a>
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'Jersey Boys'

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The family-friendly dino event features fossils, dino dress-ups, nature trails, crafts and face painting. 
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Cost: $15, $10 ages 3-12 
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 Garvies Point Museum &amp; Preserve 
 <address>50 Barry Dr., Glen Cove</address> <a href="tel:516-571-8010">516-571-8010</a><a href="https://www.garviespointmuseum.com/">garviespointmuseum.com</a>
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Dinosaur Daze

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Owners and their leashed dogs are invited to stroll the gardens in designated areas during the Spring Dog Festival. Pet-friendly vendors, accessories and service information will be available on April 18. 
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 
Cost: $18; $8 ages 7-17
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 Old Westbury Gardens
 <address>71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury</address><a href="tel:516-333-0048">516-333-0048</a><a href="https://www.oldwestburygardens.org/event/spring-dog-days-weekend/">oldwestburygardens.org</a>
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Spring Dog Days Weekend

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Celebrate Earth Day, meet resident animals, join a scavenger hunt and make a nature craft.
When: 1 to 3 p.m. 
Cost: $15; $5 adults
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 Sweetbriar Nature Center
 <address>62 Eckernkamp Dr., Smithtown</address><a href="tel:631-979-6344">631-979-6344</a><a href="https://www.sweetbriarnc.org/new-events">sweetbriarnc.org</a>
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Earth Day is Every Day

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Sing-along during this Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical inspired by Alanis Morissette's hit album by the same name.&nbsp; 
When: Matinee and evening performances 
Cost: Tickets range: $26.50-$31.50 
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 Smithtown Performing Arts Center 
 <address>2 East Main St., Smithtown</address> <a href="tel:631-724-3700">631-724-3700</a><a href="https://smithtownpac.org/alanis-morissettes-jagged-little-pill-the-musical/">smithtownpac.org</a>
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'Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill: The Musical'

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Check out more than 80 family-centered exhibitors, balloon animals, karaoke, face painting, children's classes and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
Cost: $10; $5 in advance
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 Hilton Long Island
 <address>598 Broadhollow Rd., Melville</address><a href="tel:516-621-1446">516-621-1446</a><a href="https://www.allkidsfair.com/">allkidsfair.com</a>
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All Kids Fair

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The comedian and actor continues on his "Grateful Bread Tour." 
When: 7 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $60.25
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 The Paramount in concert with Northwell
 <address>370 New York Ave., Huntington</address><a href="tel:631-673-7300">631-673-7300</a><a href="https://www.paramountny.com/shows">paramountny.com</a>
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Tom Papa

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Dance the night away to beats by the DJ, with an opening set by DJ Neil C. 
When: 8 p.m. 
Cost: $30 
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 Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall 
 <address>3232 Railroad Ave., Wantagh</address> <a href="tel:516-783-7500">516-783-7500</a><a href="https://mulcahyslongisland.com/event/louie-devito-2/">mulcahyslongisland.com </a>
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Louie DeVito

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See a screening of the indie classic, along with a meet- and-greet with cast members Jon Heder, Jon Gries and Efren Ramirez. 
When: 8 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets range: $50-$80 
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 Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts 
 <address>71 E. Main St., Patchogue</address> <a href="tel:631-207-1313">631-207-1313</a><a href="https://www.patchoguetheatre.org/events/2026-04-25-napoleon-dynamite-live-20th-anniversary-celebration">patchoguetheatre.org</a>
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Napoleon Dynamite Live

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The judged show features classics, collectibles, and vintage models on display, live music and more. 
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Cost: Free for spectators; $25 show car registration 
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 Tobay Beach parking lot 
 <address>Ocean Parkway, Massapequa</address> <a href="tel:516-797-4121">516-797-4121</a><a href="https://www.carshowli.com/">carshowli.com</a>
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Tobay Outdoor Car Show

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The performance puts a spin on the classic fairy tale featuring Ella and her wicked stepmother and stepsisters.
When: 10 a.m.
Cost: $25
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 John W. Engeman Theater
 <address>250 Main St., Northport</address><a href="tel:631-261-2900">631-261-2900</a><a href="https://www.engemantheater.com/childrenstheater">engemantheater.com</a>
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"Cinderella"

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The Cherry Blossom Festival features taiko drumming, Japanese cultural exhibits, dancing, art demonstrations, bonsai, calligraphy, tea workshops and cosplay. 
When: Noon to 5 p.m. 
Cost: $30; $10 ages 6-12 
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 Charles B. Wang Center 
 <address>SUNY Stony Brook, 100 Nicolls Rd., Stony Brook</address> <a href="tel:631-632-4400">631-632-4400</a><a href="https://calendar.stonybrook.edu/event/sakura-matsuri-cherry-blossom-festival-4/">calendar.stonybrook.edu</a>
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Sakura Matsuri

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The four-mile run or walk is part of the USATF-LI Grand Prix: Long Island Running Series. The event will also feature a kiddie fun run.
When: 9:30 a.m.
Cost: Registration fee starts at $25; $5 kiddie fun run
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 East Islip Marina Park
 <address>333 Bayview Ave., East Islip</address><a href="tel:"></a><a href="https://elitefeats.com/upcoming/">elitefeats.com</a>
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EJ Autism Run

See world-class artists perform and attend master classes and workshops. The festival also features high school guitar ensemble showcases and the annual National High School Classical Guitar Competition. 
When:&nbsp;April 29- May 3 (times vary) 
Cost: $125 for all events pass; tickets range $15-$35 for individual concerts, master classes and workshops; free for National High School Classical Guitar competition 
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 Setauket Presbyterian Church 
 <address>5 Caroline Ave., Setauket</address> <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/long-island-guitar-festival-2026-4817898">eventbrite.com</a>
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Long Island Guitar Festival

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