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Your Ultimate Long Island Weekender: Things to Do July 12–13, 2025; Summer In Full Swing, Packed with Festivals, Fairs, Events

By Jessica Mcfadyen
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Long Island Weekend
From the lively boardwalk in Long Beach to the tranquil sunflower fields on the North Fork, July 12th and 13th promise a vibrant mix of culture, entertainment, food, and sunshine. We’ve combed through dozens of listings to bring you the most notable events happening this weekend – so you don’t have to. File photo: gpointstudio, licensed.

LONG ISLAND, NY – Summer is in full swing on Long Island, and this weekend is packed with events for just about everyone – from beachside festivals and outdoor concerts to family-friendly fairs and comic conventions. Whether you’re planning a day trip with the kids, a date night under the stars, or just looking to explore something new in your own backyard, there’s no shortage of fun to be had across Nassau and Suffolk counties.

From the lively boardwalk in Long Beach to the tranquil sunflower fields on the North Fork, July 12th and 13th promise a vibrant mix of culture, entertainment, food, and sunshine. We’ve combed through dozens of listings to bring you the most notable events happening this weekend – so you don’t have to. Here’s your complete Long Island weekend guide.

Festivals & Fairs

Food & Drink Fests

Music & Entertainment

Family & Kids Activities

Ongoing Attractions

Sample Itinerary

  • Saturday: Start at the Estée Lauder Warehouse Sale (Melville, 8 a.m.), then arts & crafts festivals in Long Beach or Roslyn. Afternoon pickle or sunflower festival, followed by bowling or climbing, capped with summer block party festivities.
  • Sunday: Enjoy a garden tour or comic con, then outdoor music at Bayard Cutting or Hall of Fame. Chill with a polo match or museum visit, and round out at the beach or one of the seasonal attractions.

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Jessica Mcfadyen

Jessica Mcfadyen is a journalist for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Mcfadyen primarily spends her time scouting social media for the latest Local, US and World News for Long Island Guide. She also contributes to a variety of publications through involvement in the Society of Professional Journalists.

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