Family events in The Hamptons, NY

Enjoy an in-person music session with Ms. Lori for children ages 1 to 4, along with a caregiver. Registration is required, and classes start promptly, with a brief grace period before spots are forfeited if you arrive late. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Bring your little one for “baby’s first story time” featuring simple books, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays. This program is for children from birth to 18 months, with siblings welcome. Registration is required for each program, and the session is designed for children and their accompanying adults, with no drop-offs permitted.

Learn the art of beading and create your very own masterpiece at this kids’ program. Pre-registration is required, a library card is needed, and registration closes on August 7, 2026 at 3:30 PM.

Come celebrate the artists who participated in the Tiny Art project at this fourth annual Tiny Art Show. It’s a great chance to see the artwork created through the program and enjoy the celebration of local artists.

Enjoy an evening of soul and rhythm at Creekside Concerts featuring The James Hunter Six, returning with their album OFF THE FENCE. The lineup also includes an opener, New Moon Acoustic Blues. This is a rain-or-shine outdoor event, and guests are encouraged to bring a beach chair or blanket, with camp chairs welcome toward the back. Gates open at 4:00 PM, and doors are listed as 3:30 PM. Children under 9 are free, and pets are not allowed. Outside food and drink are welcome, and there will be a food truck plus wine and beer for attendees 21 and over.

Browse through a lively mix of vintage clothing, up-cycled furniture, and hand-crafted goods at Hampton Flea. There’s also live Jazz Fest music on site, starting at 1:00 PM, with Latin, swing, and soul jazz. Bring a beach chair or blanket, or find a seat at the picnic tables, and enjoy the afternoon on the grounds.

Join a behind-the-scenes tour at SOFO focused on how animal food is prepared. Tommy will walk you through the process, then you’ll get a chance to meet the animals up close during feeding time. Along the way, you’ll explore food webs and the differences between carnivores, omnivores, and herbivores. This program is for all ages, but reservations are required.

Bring a chair and enjoy live music by the ocean. Nancy Atlas and her band give everything on stage, performing each show with the intensity of a grand finale.

Dive into musical theater with a two-week Summer Camp centered on The Little Mermaid Jr. at Bay Street Theater. Designed for ages 10–17, the program builds acting technique, vocal strength, and stage presence as campers rehearse a 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway favorite. The experience features beloved songs like “Part of Your World,” “Under the Sea,” and “Poor Unfortunate Souls.” Teaching Artist Bethany Dellapolla leads the training, creating a supportive space that encourages confidence, teamwork, and performance skills. Each participant receives a themed t-shirt, and enrollment is limited to 20 students. The session culminates in a performance for friends and family.

Ahoy, mateys! Bring your little ones for a pirate-themed program for grades K to 2, where kids can search for the pirates’ booty or take on the “walk the plank” challenge. Registration is required, and this program is designed for children along with accompanying adults, with no drop-offs allowed. It’s an in-person event at the library.

Get ready for a playful, active session led by Coach Rachel, featuring fun games designed for toddlers. Registration is required, and it’s intended for children ages 12 to 24 months through 3 years.

Bring your toddler for Tiny Tots Crafts: Sealife Collage, a fun in-person art session where kids can explore different art materials. The class is designed for ages 18 to 35 months, pre-registration is required, and a library card is required. Capacity has been reached, so additional registrations will go on the waitlist. Dress for mess, since art activities can get messy.

Bring your toddler for Toddler Time, an in-person program for ages 1 to 3. The morning includes free play with toys, blocks, and musical instruments, followed by circle time with songs and a short story. Registration is required for each program each week, and drop-offs are not permitted, so caregivers should plan to stay and actively participate.

Join a fun, in-person learning session for grades 3 to 5 focused on parts of speech and spelling skills. Expect a mix of learning, laughter, and creativity, with prizes awarded at the end. The program runs for about an hour.

Calling all builders in grades 1 through 5. Join the LEGO Club for a fun chance to build and create with LEGO bricks. Registration is required, a library card is required, and pre-registration closes on August 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM.

For grades 6 and up, join a free hands-on crafting session to create your own plush dino nugget pillow. Stop by the program to make and take home a fun new project.

Bring your creativity to a hands-on in-person craft for kids ages 3 through 5th grade. Children will decorate clamshells, and the activity encourages individual artistic ideas. Registration is required, class size is limited, and a library card is needed. Registration closes on August 12, 2026 at 10:15 AM, so be sure to sign up in time. Since crafts can get messy, please dress accordingly.

Mini Makers is an in-person STEAM program for children in grades K to 2, with activities designed for building structures and coding robots. Registration is required, and the program is set up for kids and their accompanying adults, so drop-offs aren’t permitted. Plan to participate with your child during the session.

Meet Ozzy, the bearded dragon, for a fun family program where kids can learn interesting facts and get the chance to hold him and take photos. Registration is required, and there are 16 seats available.

A free open-air concert at the Westhampton Beach Village Green celebrates pop favorites spanning the decades. The Chiclettes present a tribute to female artists, with Bobby Wilson also taking the stage.

Part of the 37th Annual Gazebo Concert Series presented by the Westhampton Free Library and the Friends of the Westhampton Free Library, Bobby Wilson & The Chiclettes deliver a showcase that moves from classic soul to iconic pop, highlighted by a tribute to Bobby’s father, R&B legend Jackie Wilson. The concert takes place at the Village Green in Westhampton Beach. Presenting support comes from Mary I. Hull and John E. Hull, the Sinensky Family, and Sushi by Bou. The series is supported by the County of Suffolk, the Town of Southampton, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Westhampton, and the Rotary Club of Westhampton. Weekly raffles are contributed by community partners including Baby Moon Restaurant, Brunetti Pizza Westhampton, Happy Oyster Company, Ivy on Main, Joe’s American Grill, Local Provisions, Margarita Grille, Michelangelo of Speonk, Mixology, Olish’s Farm, One Trick Pony, Salt & Loft, Shock Ice Cream, Sunset Theater, Sushi by Bou, Tonino’s Pizza & Trattoria, and Westhampton Beach Brew & Grill. Appreciation is extended to the Village of Westhampton Beach for the use of the Village Green.

Get ready for a Nintendo Switch gaming session delivered by the Suffolk County Library System. You’ll have time to play popular games like Mario Kart, Dance Party, and Super Smash Bros. The session lasts 30 minutes per person, and registration is required. This is for ages 7 and up with a caregiver, and kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Classes start promptly, and there’s a 5-minute grace period before a late spot may be forfeited.

Meet reptile “ambassadors” from the Quogue Wildlife Refuge at an outdoor, family-friendly program at the Montauk Point Lighthouse. You’ll learn about the important work of the Refuge and get the chance to find out that reptiles are not slimy. There are showings outdoors under a tent at noon and at 1:30 PM. Free with a lighthouse ticket.

Bubbling Science is a hands-on children’s program where you’ll mix a little chemistry and geometry to explore surface tension, elasticity, minimal surface structures, and what makes bubbles so colorful. The activity is for kids entering 1st through 5th grade and is presented by the Long Island Science Center. Pre-registration is required, a library card is required, and capacity has been reached, so additional registrants will go on the waitlist.

Children ages 4 and older can explore a summer series of mixed media art classes led by Caroline Dranow, a former teacher with Golden Eagle. Each week introduces a fresh project rooted in Jewish themes, values, holidays, stories, or symbols, encouraging experimentation with a variety of materials and techniques. The sessions are fully hands-on to nurture imagination and self-expression, and a snack is included to create a friendly, creative afternoon. Children may attend a single session or take part in the entire series.