If you&#39;re looking for things to do on Long Island, here are spots to explore and events to attend during weekends in&nbsp;December and January.&nbsp;

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Holiday walk-through light show provides free access to the winter garden featuring inflatables, games and rentable igloos.
When: 5 to 11 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets are $22.97; $17.66 children younger than 13; igloo timed rental starts at $40
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 Sayville Falls Mini Golf
 <address>30 Hanson Pl., Sayville</address><a href="tel:631-337-1650"></a><a href="https://sayvillewinter.com/">sayvillewinter.com</a>
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Sayville Falls Light Show

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The holiday show starring figure-skating Olympic champion Nancy Kerrigan features holiday songs, dancing and singing. 
When:&nbsp;Times vary 
Cost: Tickets start at $35 
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 The Gateway 
 <address>215 S. Country Rd., Bellport</address> <a href="https://www.thegateway.org/Online/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=Ice2025&amp;BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::context_id=">thegateway.org</a>
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'Holiday Spectacular on Ice'

Holiday Spectacular on Ice

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See the musical comedy by Grammy Award and Tony Award-winning composer and singer Harry Connick Jr. that tells the tale of Eubie the elf who wants to spread holiday joy throughout the town of Bluesville. 
When: 10:30 a.m. Dec. 13-14; Dec. 20-21; Dec. 23-24; Dec. 26-30; Jan. 2-4 
Cost: Tickets start at $27 
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 The Argyle Theatre 
 <address>34 W. Main St., Babylon</address> <a href="https://www.argyletheatre.com/">argyletheatre.com</a>
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'Happy Elf'

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From Magic of Lights at Jones Beach to the Dinosaur Carinval at CSTL, check out all the fun things to do and explore this weekend.

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What's up on LI: Holiday light shows, Dinosaur Carnival and more

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The tradition continues with the drive-through taking you down winding paths filled with lights, holiday-themed displays using LED technology&nbsp;and digital animations depicting holiday characters and scenes. 
When: 5 to 10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 5 to 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 
Cost: Starting at $30 weekdays and $35 weekends; 
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 Jones Beach State Park 
 <address>150 Bay Pkwy., Wantagh</address> <a href="https://magicoflights.com/">magicoflights.com</a>
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Magic of Lights

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This year's theme is "Fantasy Winter Fairyland," featuring new light art displays. The Lumi Express ride offers a journey through the lights. 
When: Times vary; closed Dec. 24-25 
Cost: Tickets start at $22 and will be sold for timed admission 
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 Eisenhower Park 
 <address>Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow</address> <a href="https://www.luminocityfestival.com/">luminocityfestival.com</a>
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LuminoCity Holiday Festival

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Jenny and Frosty go on an adventure to try to save the town of Chillsville from Ethel Pierpont and her evil machine that melts all the snow.
When: Matinee and evening performances
Cost: Tickets are $25
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 John W. Engeman Theater
 <address>250 Main St., Northport</address><a href="tel:631-261-2900"></a><a href="https://www.engemantheater.com/">engemantheater.com</a>
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'Frosty'

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See a stage performance of the classic tale featuring little orphan Annie, her trusty pup&nbsp;sidekick Sandy&nbsp;and Oliver Warbucks. 
When:&nbsp;7 p.m. Dec. 13; 2 p.m. Dec. 14; 7 p.m. Dec. 20; 2 p.m. Dec. 21; 2 p.m. Dec. 26-28 
Cost: Tickets start at $26.50 
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 Smithtown Performing Arts Center 
 <address>2 East Main St., Smithtown</address> <a href="https://smithtownpac.org/">smithtownpac.org</a>
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'Annie'

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The carnival features life-size robotic dinosaurs, live animals, dinosaur-themed games, face painting, games and prizes.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $15; $12 children 1-13
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 Center for Science Teaching and Learning
 <address>1450 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre</address><a href="tel:516-764-0045"></a><a href="https://cstl.org/">cstl.org</a>
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Dinosaur Carnival

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Rock out to a musical tribute with David Clark as Billy Joel and Bill Connors as Elton John.
When: 8 p.m. 
Cost: $53
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 Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair
 <address>960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury</address><a href="tel:516-247-5200"></a><a href="https://www.westburymusicfair.org/events/">westburymusicfair.org</a>
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Yellow Brick Joel

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Join the festivities, including the lighting of the kinara and discussion of the seven principles.
When: 6 p.m. 
Cost: Free
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 Kennedy Memorial Park
 <address>335 Greenwich St., Hempstead</address><a href="tel:516-489-3400"></a><a href="https://hempsteadny.gov/">hempsteadny.gov</a>
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Kwanzaa celebration

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The New York Islanders take on the Toronto Maple Leafs on the home ice. 
When: 7 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $115; $30 parking fee 
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 UBS Arena at Belmont Park 
 <address>2400 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont</address> <a href="https://ubsarena.com/event/new-york-islanders-vs-toronto-maple-leafs-01-03-2026/">ubsarena.com</a>
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New York Islanders

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Sing along to Taylor Swift's hits, including songs from her latest album with a cover band. Taylor-inspired attire is encouraged. 
When: 8 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $35 
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 The Paramount 
 <address>370 New York Ave., Huntington</address> <a href="https://www.paramountny.com/shows">paramountny.com</a>
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Let's Sing Taylor

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Cheer on the Long Island Nets as they take on San Diego Clippers. 
When: 3 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $28.85 
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 Nassau Coliseum 
 <address>1255 Hempstead Tpke., Uniondale</address> <a href="https://www.nassaucoliseum.com/events/detail/long-island-nets-v-capital-city-go-go">nassaucoliseum.com</a>
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Long Island Nets

Take a trip down memory lane with emo/punk rock hits as Warped Tour Band and Monster Stage perform. 
When: 8 p.m.&nbsp; 
Cost: $19.36 
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 Mulcahy’s 
 <address>3232 Railroad Ave., Wantagh</address> <a href="https://mulcahyslongisland.com/">mulcahyslongisland.com</a>
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Warped Tour Band

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Groove to the sounds of the late '70s into the early '80s during the "Yacht Rock Forever Tour" with CANN. 
When: 8 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $112 
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 The Paramount 
 <address>370 New York Ave., Huntington</address> <a href="https://www.paramountny.com/shows">paramountny.com</a>
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Yacht Rock Revue

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Take a musical journey with this Michael Jackson tribute act, featuring hits like "Thriller," "Smooth Criminal" and "Billie Jean." 
When: 8 p.m.&nbsp; 
Cost: Tickets starting at $69 
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 The Suffolk 
 <address>118 E. Main St., Riverhead</address> <a href="https://thesuffolk.org/event/mj-the-illusion/">suffolktheater.com</a>
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MJ the Illusion: Reliving The King of Pop

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Families can create their own original artwork during the weekly session (suitable for ages 4-14).
When: Noon to 3 p.m. 
Cost: Pre-registration is required; $20; $10 ages 4-14 includes museum admission
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 Manes Center at the Nassau County Museum of Art
 <address>One Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor</address><a href="tel:516-484-9338"></a><a href="https://nassaumuseum.org/project/family-saturdays-2025/">nassaumuseum.org</a>
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Family Saturdays

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Hear the duo's hits performed by Aztec Two-Step.
When: 8 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $45.80
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 LIU Post, Tilles Center for the Performing Arts
 <address>Krasnoff Theater, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville</address><a href="tel:516-299-3100"></a><a href="https://www.tillescenter.org/event/the-simon-garfunkel-songbook-an-evening-of-songs-stories">tillescenter.org</a>
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The Simon & Garfunkel Songbook

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The tribute band pays homage to the music of Pink Floyd.
When: 8 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $50
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 The Argyle Theatre
 <address>34 West Main St., Babylon</address><a href="tel: 844-631-5483"></a><a href="https://www.argyletheatre.com/event-details/us-and-floyd-pink-floyd-tribute-2026">argyletheatre.com</a>
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Us and Floyd: Pink Floyd Tribute

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Mickey and Minnie lead the way on skates for a performance on ice featuring other Disney characters in "Mickey's Search Party." Character experiences include a meet and greet with Moana and Mickey available before the shows.
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 15-16; 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. Jan. 17; Noon and 4 p.m. Jan. 18; Noon Jan. 19
Cost: Tickets start at $44.70; $70 for the character experience
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 UBS Arena at Belmont Park
 <address>2400 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont</address><a href="tel:516-460-8599 "></a><a href="https://www.disneyonice.com/en-us/mickeys-search-party/belmont-park-ny-ubs-arena/">disneyonice.com</a>
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'Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party'

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The musical tells the story of Johnny Cash and features the hits made famous by the "Man in Black."
When: 8 p.m. Jan. 16; 2 and 8 p.m. Jan. 17; 2 p.m. Jan. 18
Cost: $91
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 John W. Engeman Theater
 <address>250 Main St., Northport</address><a href="tel:631-261-2900"></a><a href="https://www.engemantheater.com/ringoffire">engemantheater.com</a>
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'Ring of Fire'

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The show brings Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, Bone Shaker and other monster trucks, including the new attraction: Rhinomite, to the floor of the Nassau Coliseum, which features a laser light show and theatrical effects.
When: 12:30 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 17; 2:30 p.m. Jan. 18
Cost: Tickets start at $48.80
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 Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum 
 <address>1255 Hempstead Tpke., Uniondale</address><a href="tel:516-654-8203"></a><a href="https://www.nassaucoliseum.com/events/detail/hot-wheels-monster-trucks-live-glow-n-fire">nassaucoliseum.com</a>
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire

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See a live stage production based on the 2001 comedy film that takes you from the sorority house to the halls of justice.
When: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 17; 2 p.m. Jan. 18
Cost: Tickets start at $31
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 CM Performing Arts Center
 <address>931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale</address><a href="tel:631-218-2810"></a><a href="https://www.cmpac.com/tickets/legally-blonde-jan-17-730pm/">cmpac.com</a>
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'Legally Blonde the Musical'

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Pink Floyd's 3-D laser show features light displays and a musical and visual tribute to Pink Floyd and their music.
When: 7:30 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $30
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 Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair
 <address>960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury</address><a href="tel:516-247-5200 "></a><a href="https://www.flagstaratwestburymusicfair.com/shows">flagstaratwestburymusicfair.com</a>
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'Shine On'

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The stage show recreates a Vegas-style "Summit at the Sands" night starring Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr. and Dean Martin.
When: 7 p.m. Jan. 23; 2 and 7 p.m. Jan. 24-25 
Cost: Tickets start at $64.50
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 Gateway Playhouse
 <address>215 S. Country Rd., Bellport</address><a href="tel:631-286-1133"></a><a href="https://www.thegateway.org/Online/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=RatPack2025&amp;BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::context_id=&amp;menu_id=48D31739-8D2F-475A-8881-2093DF2A2773">thegateway.org</a>
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The Rat Pack Is Back

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Latinx dance organization performs Latin dance with classical and contemporary techniques in "Carmen.maquia"
When: 8 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $51.90
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 LIU Post, Tilles Center for the Performing Arts
 <address>720 Northern Blvd., Brookville</address><a href="tel:516-299-3100"></a><a href="https://www.tillescenter.org/event/carmenmaquia">tillescenter.org</a>
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Ballet Hispanico

The UK orchestra takes the stage with a performance directed by Vasily Petrenko and Boris Giltburg on the piano. 
When: 7 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $45.80 
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 LIU-Post, Tilles Center Concert Hall 
 <address>720 Northern Blvd., Brookville</address> <a href="https://www.tillescenter.org/events?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22635965480&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADKmitkGap1JsLy1IaPPWPsiux-Mp&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAiKzIBhCOARIsAKpKLAMSMgW4nLHDeymx0gI6aeUBsCx3_nqkej1l8lUYiAiqsI8_lDXi5bMaAhh3EALw_wcB">tillescenter.org</a>
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Royal Philharmonic

Dress warmly and conquer the looped course. The run will feature water and nutrition stops along the way.
When: 9:15 a.m.
Cost: Registration fee for 5k is $44.45; $75.20 for half marathon and marathon
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 Eisenhower Park
 <address>Field 2, parking lot 2, East Meadow</address><a href="tel:"></a><a href="https://events.elitefeats.com/26icebreaker">events.elitefeats.com</a>
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Icebreaker Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K

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Design a custom wine charm using locally sourced sea glass during a hands-on workshop guided by an instructor. It includes a mug of warm spiced wine.
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
Cost: $60
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 Sannino Vineyard
 <address>15975 Country Rd. 48, Cutchogue</address><a href="tel:631-734-8282"></a><a href="https://www.sanninovineyard.com/events/2026/1/25/sea-glass-wine-charm-making">sanninovineyard.com</a>
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Sea glass charm workshop

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The Glimmer Twins pay tribute to The Rolling Stones, performing classic hits as Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. 
When: 8 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $50 
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 Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts 
 <address>71 E. Main St., Patchogue</address> <a href="https://www.patchoguetheatre.org/events/2025-09-15-classic-stones-live-the-greatest-rock-and-roll-tribute-in-the-world">patchoguetheatre.org</a>
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Classic Stones Live

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Based on the children's book of the same name, the show tells the story of a girl who eats too many pink cupcakes and contracts "Pinkitis," turning her pink. 
When: 11 a.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $21 
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 CM Performing Arts Center 
 <address>931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale</address> <a href="https://www.cmpac.com/shows/pinkalicious-the-musical/">cmpac.com</a>
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'Pinkalicious the Musical'

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The musical is set in turn-of-the-century New York City, where newsboys seize the day when they strike against unfair working conditions.
When: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 30; 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31; 2 p.m. Feb. 1
Cost: Tickets start at $70
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 The Argyle Theatre
 <address> 34 W. Main St., Babylon</address><a href="tel:631-230-3500"></a><a href="https://www.argyletheatre.com/disneys-newsies">argyletheatre.com</a>
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'Newsies: The Broadway Musical'

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The stand-up comedian continues on the “As I Was Saying” tour.
When: 9 p.m. 
Cost: Tickets start at $43.75
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 The Paramount
 <address>370 New York Ave., Huntington</address><a href="tel:631-673-7300"></a><a href="https://www.paramountny.com/shows">paramountny.com</a>
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Pete Correale

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The Daytime Emmy Award-winning TV personality, comedian and podcaster brings her "Make It Make Sense" tour to the stage.
When: 7 p.m.
Cost: Tickets range $65-$110
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 Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts
 <address> 71 E. Main St., Patchogue</address><a href="tel:631-207-1313"></a><a href="https://www.patchoguetheatre.org/events/2025-10-03-sherri-shepherd-make-it-make-sense-tour">patchoguetheatre.org</a>
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Sherri Shepherd

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Take a cruise on the RV Peconic around Shinnecock Bay to see seals in their natural habitats with the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI) . 
When: Noon
Cost: $40; Registration is required, meet a half hour before the scheduled departure time
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 Stony Brook Marine Station
 <address>8 Little Neck Rd., Southampton</address><a href="tel:631-319-6003"></a><a href="https://cresli.org/common/12000/default.cfm?clientID=12000&amp;ThisPage=home">cresli.org</a>
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Seal cruise

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Go on an adventure with Winnie the Pooh and his friends: Tigger, Eeyore, Piglet and Christopher Robin. 
When: 11 a.m. Jan. 24 and Jan. 31; 3 p.m. Feb. 1; sensory-friendly performance: 11 a.m. Jan. 25;&nbsp;show runs through Feb. 21 
Cost: $15 
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 Theatre Three 
 <address>412 Main St., Port Jefferson</address> <a href="https://theatrethree.com/childrens_theatre_shows/winnie-the-pooh/">theatrethree.com</a>
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'Winnie the Pooh'

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See the rock band in concert and listen to favorites like "Ramblin'," "Heard It in a Love Song" and "Can't You See."
When: 7 p.m.
Cost: Tickets range $60-$100
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 Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts
 <address>71 E. Main St., Patchogue</address><a href="tel:631-207-1313"></a><a href="https://www.patchoguetheatre.org/events/2025-09-29-marshall-tucker-band">patchoguetheatre.org</a>
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The Marshall Tucker Band

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