Things to Do in the Hamptons New Year's Week, December 26-31, 2025

Get out in the Hamptons to enjoy exciting live shows, outdoor adventures, art exhibitions, workshops and more this week and beyond, December 26-31, 2025.

HAMPTONS LIVE SHOWS

Candlelight Fridays Live Music–Dennis Rafflelock
Friday, December 26, 4 p.m.

Enjoy the sounds of Dennis Raffelock while checking out specialty cocktails, new wine and cider releases, and seasonal pairings in the cozy Tasting Room at Wolffer Estates! Reservations are highly recommended.
139 Sagg Road, Sagaponack. 631-537-5106, wolffer.com/pages

Rum Punch Mafia
Friday, December 26, 10 p.m.

Enjoy roots rock and reggae music live at the Stephen Talkhouse! Tickets are $10.
161 Main Street, Amagansett. 631-267-3117, stephentalkhouse.com

The Seismatics
Saturday, December 27, 8 p.m.

Hear classic rock made famous by artists like David Bowie, Aerosmith, and Tom Petty live at the Stephen Talkhouse! Tickets are $30.
161 Main Street, Amagansett. 631-267-3117, stephentalkhouse.com

December Comedy
Sunday, December 28, 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy comedians Laura Patton, Tom Kelly, and Fat Jay at the Clubhouse! The show is at 6:30, and dinner is available beginning at 5 p.m.
174 Daniels Hole Road, East Hampton. 631-537-2695, clubhousehamptons.com

New Year’s Eve at Calissa
Wednesday, December 31, 5 p.m.

Enjoy dinner specials, live music, and lots of style through 2 a.m. on New Year’s Day at Calissa in Water Mill!
1020 Montauk Highway, Water Mill. 631-500-9292, calissahamptons.com

New Year’s Eve at the Southampton Social Club
Wednesday, December 31, 7 p.m.

Ring in the new year with music by DJ Loki, an open bar, and passed apps for all ticketholders at the Southampton Social Club! You can also upgrade to a gold package, which includes a four-course dinner, or a platinum package, which includes bottle service and premium liquor.
256 Elm Street, Southampton. 631-287-1400, southamptonsocialclub.com

Anthony Rodia at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center
Wednesday, December 31, 8 p.m.

Don’t miss this hilarious comedian and Italian American ringing in the New Year at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center! The YouTube star is known for his characters Uncle Vinny and Zia Lucia. Purchase tickets in advance; they sell out quickly!
76 Main Street, Westhampton Beach. 631-288-1500, whbpac.org

Ha Ha Hamptons Laughin’ New Year’s Eve 2025
Wednesday, December 31, 8 p.m.

Ring in the new year with lots of laughs at the Bay Street Theater, where comedians like Bryan McKenna, Maria Walsh, John Fisch, and Richi Minervini will keep you laughing and get you home before midnight!
1 Long Wharf, Sag Harbor. 631-725-9500, baystreet.org

New Year’s 2026 at Almond!
Wednesday, December 31, 9 p.m.

Enjoy a five-course prix fixe menu, live music, a conga line, party favors, and more at Almond! Call in advance for reservations.
One Ocean Road, Bridgehampton. 631-537-5665, almondrestaurant.com

New Year’s Eve Party with Hello Brooklyn!
Wednesday, December 31, 9 p.m.

Rock in the New Year with one of Long Island’s most popular cover bands at the Stephen Talkhouse! Tickets are $75.
161 Main Street, Amagansett. 631-267-3117, stephentalkhouse.com

New Year’s Eve Party: Disco Retro!
Wednesday, December 31, 9 p.m.

Wear your finest gold and glitter to enjoy music by CK Beats, DJ Nice, and other guest performers at the Clubhouse! A champagne toast is part of the fun. Call in advance for VIP or table reservations. You must be twenty-one or older to attend the party.
174 Daniels Hole Road, East Hampton. 631-537-2695, clubhousehamptons.com

NYE at Gurney’s!
Wednesday, December 31, 9 p.m.

Wear your winter whites and welcome the New Year at the Dune Lounge New Year’s Eve Party at Gurney’s. An open bar, canapes, and music by DJs Tre and Rakiem Walker are part of the 100 Years of Gurney’s Montauk Celebration! A supervised kids’ party will be available to guests of the resort from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Also book a prix fixe New Year’s Eve dinner beginning at 5:30 p.m.
290 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk. 631-668-2345, gurneysresorts.com

HAMPTONS OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

CRESLI Seal Walk at Cupsoque Beach
Thursday, January 1, 10 a.m.

Hunt for seals along Cupsoque Beach with CRESLI! Be sure to dress warmly. Reservations are required, and a $5 donation is suggested.
975 Dune Road, Westhampton Beach. 631-319-6003, cresli.org

First Day Hike
Thursday, January 1, 11 a.m.

Hike to the “seal haulout” viewing area at Montauk Point State Park! Be sure to dress appropriately and bring binoculars and water. Meet at the Lower Parking Lot Picnic Area. No registration is required.
2000 Montauk Highway, Montauk. parks.ny.gov

ENRICHING HAMPTONS PROGRAMS

Holidays in the Study
Sunday, December 28, 10:30 a.m.

Don’t miss this new holiday offering at Canoe Place Inn that includes a fireside cocktail menu and housemade desserts! Make it a weekend by staying overnight at Canoe Place Inn.
239 E Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays. 631-763-6300, canoeplace.com

Winter Wonderland at the Tasting Room
Sunday, December 28, 11 a.m.

Don’t miss holiday food, firepits, kids’ crafts, live music, savory bites, photos with Santa, winter market specials, wine, and more at the Tasting Room at Wolffer Estates! Tickets are available in advance online.
139 Sagg Road, Sagaponack. 631-537-5106, wolffer.com/pages

Core Yoga with Sarah
Tuesday, December 30, 10:30 a.m.

Enjoy this moderately-paced yoga class set to music at the Hampton Bays Library! Registration is not required, but you will need to pay a $10 fee.
52 Ponquogue Avenue, Hampton Bays. 631-728-6241, hamptonbayslibrary.org

New Year’s Eve at LDV at Maidstone
Wednesday, December 31, 5:30 p.m.

Enjoy a five-course dinner to celebrate the New Year at LDV at Maidstone! You can also make it a weekend by booking a hotel room.
207 Main Street, East Hampton. 631-324-5006, themaidstone.com

New Year’s Eve at Nick & Toni’s
Wednesday, December 31, 5:30 p.m.

Welcome the New Year with a delicious three-course prix fixe dinner at Nick & Toni’s!
136 N. Main Street, East Hampton. 631-324-3550, nickandtonis.com

New Year’s Eve Dinner with R.AIRE
Wednesday, December 31, 6 p.m.

Ring in the New Year with a three-course dinner, champagne toast, and live music from the jazz trio Eleonor & Dario! A children’s menu is also available.
259 E. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays. 631-728-4166, hamptonmaid.com

A Gurney’s Holiday
Through January 3

Don’t miss out on the fun at Gurney’s that lasts all the way through the holiday break! Dinners, outdoor igloos, live football, a hot chocolate station, kids’ activities, dine-in movies, mixology classes, wellness classes, and more are all part of the fun.
290 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk. 631-668-2345, gurneysresorts.com

HAMPTONS ART EXHIBITIONS

Second Skin
Through December 28

Don’t miss the last weekend to check out this Southampton Arts Center exhibit showcasing works by 15 international artists who look at clothing for exploring identity, gender, and cultural differences.
25 Jobs Lane, Southampton. 631-283-0967, southamptonartscenter.org

Spin
Through December 28

Don’t miss this exciting kaleidoscope of color at the White Room Gallery’s early winter exhibition.
3 Railroad Avenue, East Hampton. 631-237-1481, thewhiteroom.gallery

Here and There–The First Churchennial
Through December 29

Don’t miss this exhibition of painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, video art, spoken word, and more at The Church in Sag Harbor!
48 Madison Street, Sag Harbor. 631-919-5342, thechurchsagharbor.org

Upside Down Zebra: An Exhibition
Through February 15, 2026

Spanning six indoor galleries at the Watermill Center, this show features 900 pieces of children’s artwork from the Rhoda Kellogg International Child Art Collection alongside the works of over 35 artists.
39 Water Mill Towd Road, Water Mill. 631-726-4628, watermillcenter.org

Find more exciting Hamptons, North Fork and family events happening this weekend and beyond (or list your own event) at Events.DansPapers.com.