The Shoppes at East Wind
The Shoppes at East Wind is a boutique outdoor shopping village on Route 25A in Wading River, adjacent to the Wading River community on Long Island’s North Shore. Designed as a small Main Street-style destination, it combines independently owned shops, eateries and family attractions next to the East Wind Long Island inn and event complex.
Set around brick walkways and a central courtyard, the Shoppes offer a more intimate experience than large regional centers, with a focus on local businesses, specialty retail and seasonal events that draw visitors from Wading River, the North Fork and eastern Suffolk County.
Concept & Background
The Shoppes at East Wind were developed as part of the broader East Wind Long Island property, which includes a hotel, catering and events venue, spa and restaurant. The shopping village was created to add a walkable retail component that could serve wedding guests, hotel visitors and local residents with everyday shopping, gifts and dining.
The design intentionally evokes a traditional small-town streetscape, with individual storefronts, front porches, landscaping and a central carousel, making it a family-friendly stop for people traveling to or from the North Fork and nearby coastal communities.
Shopping, Dining & Services
The Shoppes at East Wind feature a curated mix of boutiques and specialty businesses, including clothing and footwear, jewelry and accessories, home décor, gifts, books, wine and local craft goods. Many tenants highlight Long Island and North Fork–made products, artisan items and small-batch foods.
Food and beverage options include a pizzeria, bakery, ice cream and dessert shop, candy shop and a full-service family-style restaurant, along with coffee and snack options. Additional tenants offer services such as yoga and fitness, children’s programs, photography, real estate offices and event- or party-focused businesses.
Because the village is oriented around small businesses, individual shop hours and offerings can vary by season, and new concepts may rotate into available spaces. Visitors are encouraged to check the latest directory or on-site signage for current tenants and hours.
Carousel & Events
A central feature of the Shoppes is the grand carousel, with traditional horses and themed animals that serve as a focal point for families and visitors. The carousel area often hosts children’s rides, photos and seasonal decorations, contributing to the village’s family-oriented atmosphere.
The Shoppes at East Wind regularly host events such as cruise nights, holiday markets, seasonal festivals, craft fairs and special family days. These events are coordinated with the broader East Wind property and help position the Shoppes as both a shopping destination and a community gathering place.
Layout & Design
The Shoppes are arranged around a series of small buildings connected by brick paths and landscaping, with storefronts facing inward toward a central pedestrian area. The layout encourages strolling and window-shopping rather than big-box, parking-lot–to-door traffic.
Surface parking is provided around the perimeter of the village, with walkways leading into the central courtyard and carousel. Architectural details, signage and lighting are designed to reinforce a village-like feel, complementing the adjacent inn and event spaces on the East Wind property.
Location & Access
The Shoppes at East Wind are located at 5768 Route 25A in Wading River, near the intersection of Route 25A and Sound Avenue. This location places the village at the western gateway to the North Fork and within easy reach of surrounding North Shore and central Suffolk communities.
Visitors typically reach the Shoppes by car via Route 25A and local roads, with parking available on-site. The setting makes it a convenient stop for travelers heading to or from wine country, farm stands and coastal destinations further east, as well as for guests staying at East Wind Long Island.
The Shoppes at East Wind & the North Fork
The Shoppes at East Wind add a distinct retail and dining node at the edge of the North Fork, complementing nearby village main streets and farm-based attractions. With its focus on small businesses, local products, family activities and events, the village helps bridge the experience between traditional Hamptons and North Fork destinations.
For many visitors, the Shoppes serve as a convenient place to break up a drive, pick up gifts or specialty foods, let children ride the carousel and explore independent shops before continuing on to wineries, beaches and other eastern Long Island attractions.
The Shoppes at East Wind
Key Facts & Details
| Official name | The Shoppes at East Wind |
| Type | Open-air shopping village adjacent to hotel and event venue |
| Address | 5768 Route 25A, Wading River, NY 11792 |
| Community | Wading River |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Key features | Independent shops and boutiques, bakery, ice cream and candy shops, wine and specialty food, yoga and wellness, family carousel |
| Events | Cruise nights, seasonal festivals, holiday markets and family events |
| Parking | Surface parking around the perimeter of the village |
| Official website | eastwindlongisland.com/shoppes |
| Complete Directory | Shopping Malls on Long Island |
The Shoppes at East Wind offer a small-scale, village-style alternative to larger shopping centers, with a focus on local businesses, family experiences and seasonal events. Visitors should check the current directory and event calendar for up-to-date information on tenants, hours and activities.
