Long Island has plenty of activities for residents and visitors to enjoy, with festivals and other outdoor events providing the fun during the summer. Our REALTORS®  know the area well and suggest checking out the following events to get out and about on Long Island.

Festivals and Summer Events Across Long Island

Sea Glass Festival

Address: The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724

Date: July 12, 2026

The 5th Annual Sea Glass Festival features activities for all ages with hands-on exploration and fun that's inspired by the sea. And since the festival is held at The Whaling Museum & Education Center, your admission fee of $15-$22 also includes access to its exhibits. Plan to include some of the following in your day of fun:

• Over 30 Coastal Vendors
• Trivia and Scavenger Hunts
• Sea Glass Crafts
• Whale Sound Contest
• Glass Bottle Appraisals

Nikola Tesla Expo

Address: Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe, 5 Randall Rd., Shoreham, NY 11786

Date: July 11, 2026

Head out to the Nikola Tesla Expo to celebrate his amazing inventions - ranging from AC electricity to a vision of wireless power a century ahead of its time - on the grounds of his last remaining laboratory. You'll have fun but also learn a lot along the way, so if you have kids, bring them along! The following activities are offered:

• STEAM Exhibits and Demos - interactive stations for all ages that turn Tesla's inventions into something you can build
• Radio, Robots and Immersive Tech - puts some of his most forward-thinking inventions, like virtual reality, in your hands
• Food Trucks and Live Entertainment
• Drone Light Show Finale

LI Retro Gaming Expo

Address: Cradle of Aviation, Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Garden City, NY 11530

Dates: August 7-9, 2026

If you're into nostalgic games, you won't want to miss the 12th annual LI Retro Gaming Expo. You'll be able to celebrate over 50 years of video game history with over three levels of arcades, as well as plenty of game-related activities, such as the following.

• Tournaments
• Cosplay
• Obscure and rare consoles to play on
• Freeplay video games
• Indie showcase of new games for vintage consoles
• Pokelab to get rare and legendary Pokémon
• PC gaming freeplay
• Special guests

Empire State Fair

Address: Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY 11553

Date: through July 19, 2026

Make memories at the Empire State Fair, which brings an all-new midway with thrilling rides like the Super Cyclone Roller Coaster and family-favorites such as the Giant Wheel to Nassau's Coliseum. You'll also be able to enjoy entertainment such as a circus under the big top, a petting zoo, a magic show, and a water acrobatic show. And when you're ready for a break, you'll find plenty of fair food like fried Oreos, funnel cakes, and pizza.

Port Washington Promenade

Address: Main Street between Library and Central Drives, Port Washington, NY 11050

Date: July 16, 2026

The Port Washington Promenade summer street festival, located near Port Washington homes for sale, closes off the street to cars for a family-friendly good time. Musical acts will perform, and the evening includes outdoor dining, street vendors, a foam party, lawn games, and more. Visitors are also invited to shop at their choice of the town's businesses and restaurants, which feature everything from fine home furnishings to hand-dipped ice cream.

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