Things to Do on the North Fork This Week, April 17-22, 2026

NORTH FORK LIVE SHOWS

To Kill a Mockingbird
Friday-Sunday, April 17-19, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Enjoy Christopher Sergel’s dramatization of Harper Lee’s novel about racism and the power of moral courage. Each performance will be followed by a Q&A backtalk with the performers.
118 E Main Street, Riverhead. 631-727-4343, thesuffolk.org

Live Music with Christiaan Padavan
Saturday, April 18, 1 p.m.

Don’t miss an afternoon of music with American Idol’s Christiaan Padavan at Terra Vite Vineyards! Reservations are strongly recommended.
250 Manor Lane, Jamesport. 631-722-3416, terravitevineyard.com

Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner, Pianist
Saturday, April 18, 8 p.m.

Don’t miss this virtuoso pianist who has performed at Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art at the Shelter Island Presbyterian Church.
32 N. Ferry Road, Shelter Island. info@sifriendsofmusic.org, sifriendsofmusic.org

Como Brothers
Sunday, April 19, 1 p.m.

Enjoy the sounds of these talented singer/songwriters who have opened for the likes of Howie Day, The Wallflowers, and Andy Burton live at Jason’s Vineyard!
1785 Main Road, Jamesport. 631-238-5801, jasonsvineyard.com

NORTH FORK OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Kim’s Kindness 5K
Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m.

Help raise money for Kim’s Kindness, which funds an award for kindness and compassion as well as food pantries and homeless shelters, with this 5K starting at Mattituck High School! A Kids’ Fun Run will take place at 8:30 a.m. Medals and prizes will be awarded to age-division winners. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
15125 Main Road, Mattituck. 631-477-1717, castnorthfork.org/event/kims-kindness-5k

Save the Woodlands: Controlling Invasive Plants
Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m.

Learn how to identify invasive plants and discover the best processes for removal with the Peconic Land Trust in Riverhead. The event is free, but registration is required.
Overlook Drive, Riverhead. 631-283-2195, peconiclandtrust.org

ENRICHING NORTH FORK PROGRAMS

CAST Glamfest
Thursday-Saturday, April 16-18, 4 p.m.

Don’t miss free formalwear for all ages and genders, refreshments, a tea party, hair, manicures, and more, all weekend long with CAST!
53930 Main Road, Southold. 631-477-1717, castnorthfork.org

Riverhead Indoor Farmer’s Market
Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m.

Enjoy local vendors, beer, art, crafts, and more at Twin Forks Brewery through 2 p.m.!
807 Raynor Avenue, Riverhead. 631-209-4233, twinforkbeer.com

Cupcakes & Wine April 2026
Saturday, April 18, noon

Enjoy three handmade cupcakes from Blue Duck Bakery paired with three Pindar Wines! Pairings are available at noon and 2 p.m.
37645 Main Road, Peconic. 631-734-6200, pindar.net

Pressed Flower Candle Workshop
Saturday, April 18, 2 p.m.

Enjoy a glass of rosé and an immersive candle-making experience in which you’ll create your own double-wick pressed flower candle! Tickets are $55.
36225 Main Road, Cutchogue. 631-347-7537, bedellcellars.com

Edible Book Festival
Sunday, April 19, 2 p.m.

Bring a dish or treat inspired by your favorite book and compete for a prize at the Mattituck-Laurel Library! Register in advance to be a part of the contest.
13900 Main Road, Mattituck. 631-298-4134, mattitucklaurellibrary.org

He Dared to Sign: William Floyd of Mastick
Tuesday, April 21, 11 a.m.

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America with this talk and PowerPoint presentation about William Floyd, signer of the Declaration of Independence for New York in 1776. Meet at Visitor Center of Hallock State Park Preserve.
6062 Sound Avenue, Riverhead. 631-315-5475, parks.ny.gov/visit

Celebrate Earth Day! Nature Inspiration Workshop
Wednesday, April 22, 2 p.m.

Explore how famous painters like William Merritt Chase, Lee Krasner, and Jackson Pollock captured the beauty of the East End and create your own work of art at the Cutchogue-New Suffolk Library! Registration and a $10 fee are required.
27550 Main Road, Cutchogue. 631-734-6360, cutchoguelibrary.org

Burger and a Beer Fundraiser
Wednesday, April 22, 4 p.m.

Head to the Greenport Harbor Brewing Co to enjoy a burger or cheeseburger, beer, and fries for $35 to support the Southold Historical Society! Purchase tickets online through April 22 or stop by the museum offices.
42155 Main Road, Peconic. 631-765-5500, southoldhistorical.org

Hive Split Workshop
Wednesday, April 22, 4:30 p.m.

Meet fellow beekeepers or start your own beekeeping journey at Hallockville Museum Farm! You’ll need to bring your own protective equipment. Tickets are $25 for non-members and $35 for members.
6038 Sound Avenue, Riverhead. 631-298-5292, hallockville.org/events

NORTH FORK ART EXHIBITIONS

The North Fork Collection
Through April 30

Enjoy landscapes and natural architecture depicting the beauty of the East End at the Mattituck-Laurel Library! Proceeds from artist Janet Blake’s sales will go to support local animal shelters.
13900 Main Road, Mattituck. 631-298-4134, mattitucklaurellibrary.org

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