Things to Do in the Hamptons This Week, May 16-23, 2024
Get out in the Hamptons this week to enjoy live shows, outdoor adventures, art exhibitions, workshops and more, May 16-23, 2024.
HAMPTONS LIVE SHOWS
The Montauk Music Festival
Thursday-Sunday, May 16-19
Join Gurney’s Resort, The Montauk Yacht Club, the Montauket and 32 other venues for a rocking weekend of music featuring artists like Aqua Cherry, Cecilia Grace and Points East. A percentage of all proceeds will go to support Lucia’s Angels & the East End Coalition For Women’s Cancers. All shows are free except the Thursday Night Opening Party, and there is an admission/donation fee.
32 Star Island Road, Montauk. montaukmusicfestival.com
Tenth Annual New Works Festival
Friday-Sunday, May 17-19
Enjoy this exciting weekend at the Bay Street Theater, which features four exciting new plays complete with staged readings, talkbacks and critical discussion. The works have been selected from more than 300 submissions.
1 Bay Street, Sag Harbor. 631-725-9500, baystreet.org
Jimmy Buffett Day
Saturday, May 18, 2 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon of food, drinks and music by Tom Maxwell and the Big Revival Band at the Clubhouse. Tropical attire is recommended.
174 Daniels Hole Road, East Hampton. 631-537-2695, clubhousehamptons.com
A Tribute to Broadway’s Greatest Hits Concert
Sunday, May 19, 2 p.m.
Join award-winning singer and PBS host Christina as she takes you on a vocal journey of songs from the silver screen at the Hampton Bays Library.
52 Ponquogue Avenue, Hampton Bays. 631-728-6241, hamptonbayslibrary.org
The Allman Betts Band
Wednesday, May 22, 8 p.m.
Don’t miss Devon Allman, Duane Betts, Johnny Stachela, John Ginty and more playing hits from the Allman Brothers Band and works from their solo projects at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center.
76 Main Street, Westhampton Beach. 631-288-1500, whbpac.org
Yacht Lobsters
Thursday, May 23, 10 p.m.
Don’t miss this entertaining crew celebrating the best Soft Rock of the ’70s and ’80s, including hits by Steely Dan, the Doobie Brothers, Hall & Oats and Toto. Tickets are $15.
161 Main Street, Amagansett. 631-267-3117, stephentalkhouse.com
HAMPTONS OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Birding for Beginners Walk in Vineyard Field
Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m.
Make birding your new hobby with this introduction at SoFo, where you’ll learn to identify blue jays, black-capped chickadees, mockingbirds and more. No experience is required.
377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-494-7505, sofo.org
Transplanting at the Farm
Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m.
Transplant seedlings from the greenhouse to the soil at Quail Hill Farm. The event is free, but registration is required, and rain will cancel.
Deep Lane, Amagansett. 631-283-3195, peconiclandtrust.org
Run Club
Monday, May 20, 5:45 p.m.
Meet up at the Westhampton Beach Brewing Company to run or walk before enjoying $6 pints after your workout.
220 Rogers Way, Unit I, Westhampton Beach. 631-998-0800, whbbrewing.com
ENRICHING HAMPTONS PROGRAMS
Meet and Greet with Justin’s Chop Shop
Friday, May 17, noon
Join Justin from Justin’s Chop Shop at the Westhampton Free Library to learn about beef cuts, price points and cooking tips.
7 Library Avenue, Westhampton Beach. 631-288-3335, westhamptonlibrary.net
Songwriting Workshop with Arta Jēkabsone
Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m.
Learn the art of improvisation and turning simple melodies into full-scale compositions with internationally renowned vocalist and composer Arta Jēkabsone. The workshop is part of the artist’s residency at The Church.
48 Madison Street, Sag Harbor. 631-919-5342, thechurchsagharbor.org
Paschalino Glendi Celebration
Saturday, May 18
Don’t miss this celebration of Greek Easter, food, music and culture at the Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church in Southampton.
111 St. Andrews Road, Southampton. 631-238-6169, dormitionhamptons.org
Silent Agreements: How to Free Your Relationship From Unspoken Expectations
Sunday, May 19, 2 p.m.
Join clinical psychologists Doctors Linda A. Anderson, Sonia R. Banks and Michele L. Owens as they discuss the silent agreements and unspoken expectations in professional, familial and romantic relationships. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
201 Main Street, Sag Harbor. 631-725-0049, johnjermain.org
Abstract Alcohol Inks Art
Tuesday, May 21, 6 p.m.
Meet at Art Studio Hamptons for this exciting workshop, where you’ll learn to use alcohol inks to create abstract art pieces. There is a fee of $45.
108 Main Street #2, Westhampton Beach. 631-275-8145, artstudiohamptons.com
Billy Joel’s New York with Clive Young
Wednesday, May 22, 6:30 p.m.
Take a multimedia stroll through New York City and Long Island while you visit the landmarks in Billy Joel’s famous songs. You’ll also see the locations where some of his album covers and music videos were shot.
91 Coopers Farm Road, Southampton. 631-283-0774, myrml.org
Enchante Celebrates 10 Years of Summer in a Bottle
Thursday, May 23, 6 p.m.
Don’t miss this elegant evening of food and wine celebrating the Wölffer Estate rosé at Enchante Bistro in Southampton.
210 Hampton Road, Southampton. 631-810-9020, wolffer.com
HAMPTONS ART EXHIBITIONS
First Literature Project
On view from May 18-July 15
Don’t miss the first weekend to check out this new exhibit at Guild Hall. It uses an immersive storytelling platform mixing 3D video with virtual reality to tell the story of Native nations. Timed entry is required, but admission is free.
158 Main Street, East Hampton. 631-324-0806, guildhall.org
Metamorphosis
On view through May 19
Don’t miss the last weekend to enjoy the works of abstract painter Sara Canca, who will display mixed-media works featuring artistic hues, silver dust, 18k gold leafing, raw color flakes, mica flakes and natural crystals. You’ll also view the geometric paintings of Patrick Schmidt and the works of geometric street artist Punk Me Tender.
3 Railroad Avenue, East Hampton. 631-237-1481, thewhiteroom.gallery
Looking Forward Looking Back: The Work of Christopher Engel
On view through May 23
Enjoy an exhibit celebrating twenty years of Engel’s work, which blends figurative and abstract imagery using expressive brushstrokes and a fascinating interplay of colors.
41 Main Street, Sag Harbor. 631-725-7499, kramorisgallery.com
The Artwork of Long Island Visual Artist Vincent Valenti
On view through May 31
View the work of Long Island resident and retired teacher Vincent Valenti at the Westhampton Free Library. Subjects include landscapes, comic books, abstracts and subjects inspired by 19th-century Impressionism. All artwork is for sale.
7 Library Avenue, Westhampton Beach. 631-288-3335, westhamptonlibrary.net
Crosscurrents
On view through July
Head to the newly reopened Pollock-Krasner House to view selected works from the permanent collection, including works by Lee Krasner, Ronald Stein and Theodore Brauner.
830 Springs-Fireplace Road, East Hampton. 631-324-4929, stonybrook.edu/commcms/pkhouse/exhibitions.php
Find more exciting Hamptons, North Fork and family events happening this weekend and beyond (or list your own event) at Events.DansPapers.com.