Things to Do on the North Fork This Week, August 15-22, 2025

Enjoy all the North Fork has to offer with great live shows, art exhibitions, outdoor adventures and more local fun this week, August 15-22, 2025.

NORTH FORK LIVE SHOWS

Glen Burtnik’s Summer of Love Concert
Friday, August 15, 8 p.m.

Hear your favorite hits made famous by artists like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, and more at The Suffolk! Tickets begin at $49.
118 E Main Street, Riverhead. 631-727-4343, thesuffolk.org

Riverhead Polish Festival
Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17, 10 a.m.

Don’t miss Polish music, beer, a pierogi-eating contest, a petting zoo, pony rides, crafts, and more in downtown Riverhead!
30 Lincoln Street, Riverhead. 631-369-1616, polishtownfair.com

Jason Dorsa at Jason’s Vineyard
Sunday, August 17, 1:30 p.m.

Don’t miss live music from local singer/songwriter Jason Dorsa at Jason’s Vineyard! Reds and whites will be available for purchase.
1785 Main Road, Jamesport.631-238-5801, jasonsvineyard.com

Acqua Cherry
Monday, August 18, 7:30 p.m.

Don’t miss free live reggae music in Mitchell Park! Be sure to bring your blanket or chair.
Mitchell Park, 115 Front Street, Greenport.  greenportvillage.com

50th Anniversary Gala
Thursday, August 21, 6 p.m.

Enjoy live music, bites, cocktails, and more at this anniversary gala for Hallockville Museum Farm hosted by Doug Geed at Giorgio’s in Baiting Hollow!
100 Fox Hill Road, Baiting Hollow. 631-298-5292, hallockville.org/events

NORTH FORK OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Wine Cruise on Peonic Bay
Friday, August 15, 5 p.m.

Don’t miss a wine cruise on Peconic Bay that includes Bedell wines, charcuterie, a local raw bar, and more! Tickets are $120 and $100 for Wine Club members.
440 4th Street, Greenport. 631-734-7537, bedellcellars.com

Yoga in the Garden
Saturday, August 16, 8:30 a.m.

Stretch, pose, and breathe your way to better health in the elegant garden of the Landcraft Garden Foundation every Saturday in the summer! Drop-in classes are $25, and you’ll need to bring your own yoga mat.
4342 Grand Avenue, Mattituck. 631-298-7296, landcraftgardenfoundation.org

Tai Chi at Mitchell Park
Saturday, August 8:30, 9 a.m.

Bring your mat to Mitchell Park every Saturday at 9 a.m. through the end of October! You’ll build balance, flexibility, and strength while enjoying the beautiful view. No registration is required.
115 Front Street, Greenport. greenportvillage.com

Bass Creek Kayak & Sand Flat Exploration at Mashomack Preserve, Shelter Island
Saturday, August 16, 9:30 a.m.

Enjoy a kayak exploration of Bass Creek with SoFo! Be sure to register in advance as space is limited. Event is free.
Mashomack Preserve, Shelter Island. 631-903-7217, sofo.org

Brewery & Vineyard Tour
Sunday, August 18, 10 a.m.

Enjoy privileged access to wineries and breweries, a stroll down Love Lane, olive oil and vinegar tastings, visits to local farm stands, and more with East End Bike Tours!
13200 Main Road, Mattituck. 631-871-1666, eastendbiketours.com

ENRICHING NORTH FORK PROGRAMS

Singo! with Jake Fowle
Friday, August 15, 6:30 p.m.

Don’t miss this entertaining game in which you’ll listen for songs instead of numbers at Terra Vite Vineyards. Reservations are strongly encouraged.
150 Manor Lane, Jamesport. 631-722-3416, terravitevineyard.com

How to Make Your Own Elderberry Syrup
Saturday, August 16, 11:30 a.m.

Adults can learn to make their own elderberry syrup using dried elderberries, honey, cinnamon, and essential oils at the Mattituck-Laurel Library! You’ll leave with your own sample and recipe. Registration is required.
13900 Main Road, Mattituck. 631-298-4134, mattitucklaurellibrary.org

Glass Painting Workshop
Sunday, August 17, 1 p.m.

Paint two wine glasses in a sunflower theme at Pindar Vineyards! The $40 fee includes all materials. Wine will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle.
37645 Main Road, Peconic. 631-734-6200, pindar.net

Summer Harvest Dinner
Thursday, August 21, 6 p.m.

Don’t miss a delicious dinner celebrating the end of summer and the first glimmers of autumn overlooking the water at The Pridwin!
82 Shore Road, Shelter Island. 844-200-5001, caperesorts.com

NORTH FORK ART EXHIBITIONS

Transitions at William Ris Gallery
Opens August 16, 4–7 p.m.

Check out the Ted Thirlby solo show featuring monoprints and works on plywood at William Ris Gallery.
1291 Main Road, Jamesport, 609-408-5203, williamris.com

Detour VI Summer Art Exhibit
Through August 24

Don’t miss works from East End artists working across a variety of mediums and techniques across two galleries in downtown Riverhead! Artists include Rick Brosen, Marc Dalessio, Eric Dever, and Francine Fleisher.
133 East Main Street, Riverhead. 631-727-0900, eastendarts.org

Postcards from the Rock
Through September 2025

Don’t miss the first weekend to check out this new exhibition at The Greenport Harbor Brewing Company featuring the abstract works of Gavin Zeigler, a Shelter Island-based artist who uses found objects such as pennies and keys in his work. An opening reception will be held on Friday, July 18, from 7-9 p.m.
234 Carpenter Street, Greenport. 631-477-1100, greenportharborbrewing.com

Sailing: The Southold Yacht Club
Through September 14

Don’t miss this exhibit celebrating the history of sailing in Southold in the Main Gallery at The Maple Lane Complex of The Southold Historical Society. The exhibit will be open on weekends from 1-4 p.m.

54325 Main Road, Southold. 631-765-5500, southoldhistorical.org

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