Restaurants
DOPO La Spiaggia : East Hampton
Refined dining room offering a menu of Italian primi & secondi dishes, with weekday happy hours.
31 Race Ln, East Hampton, NY 11937
Phone: (631) 658-9063 | Web: dopolaspiaggia.com
East Hampton Grill
American standards such as steak & ribs in an airy bistro with an open kitchen & bustling bar.
99 N Main St, East Hampton, NY 11937
Phone: (631) 329-6666 | Web: easthamptongrill.com
Bostwick’s Chowder House
Hopping seasonal fish house in casual beachy digs with wainscoting & patio tables.
277 Pantigo Rd, East Hampton, NY 11937
Phone: (631) 324-1111 | Web: bostwickschowderhouse.com
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Nick & Toni’s
Longtime eatery offering woodoven Italian-Mediterranean fare in a fashionable farmhouse setting.
136 N Main Street, East Hampton, NY
The Living Room
Local ingredients & Swedish influences inform the refined New American menu at a deluxe country inn.
207 Main Street, East Hampton, NY
Calissa Hamptons
Chic, coastal venue offering chefdriven
Mediterranean cuisine, fine wine & craft cocktails.
1020 Montauk Hwy, Water Mill, NY
Cove Hollow Tavern
Casual, warm pick serving French-Mediterranean dishes with focus on seafood plus cocktails & wine.
85 Montauk Hwy, East Hampton, NY
Blue Parrot
Unfussy Mexican eatery & cocktail bar with a beach vibe, outdoor seating & weekday happy hour.
33A Main Street, East Hampton, NY
Sam’s Restaurant
This long-standing Italian spot serves thin-crust pizza & redsauce pasta in a local tavern setting.
36 Newtown Ln, East Hampton, NY
Cittanuova
Sidewalk tables & a bustling bar scene enhance the Italian trattoria menu at this chic local cafe.
29 Newtown Ln, East Hampton, NY
Hampton Chutney Co.
The Indian crêpes called dosas get stuffed with nontraditional fillings at this quick-serve eatery.
107 Newtown Ln, East Hampton, NY
EVENTS 2024
Oct 26
Adults-Only Trunk R Treat
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable Adults-Only Trunk R Treat at Capstan Bar Brewing Company on October 26th at 6 pm! We’ve partnered with the Ghost Fleet Roller Derby team to celebrate their 3rd anniversary—come join the party! Enjoy decorated cars with treats while supplies last, exciting raffles, and your chance to win awesome prizes! Stick around for DJ KDEE and karaoke at 8 pm. Don’t miss the costume contest—bring your best look and pair it with our Halloween-themed seltzers and craft beers. Learn more and join us at visithampton.com.
Oct 26-27
Bluebird Gap Farm Fall Festival
The colors of autumn abound in the City of Hampton with the annual Bluebird Gap Farm Fall Festival. Bring the whole family to this two-day event offering a variety of experiences and activities including: hayrides, storytelling, ax throwing, live bands, games, photo ops, great seasonal foods ($) and a pumpkin patch ($). Learn more at hampton.gov.
Oct 31
Spooky Halloween Movie Night at LTV Studios!
LTV Studios has announced they will celebrate Halloween with a special movie screening of George A. Romero’s Original 1968 film, “Night of the Living Dead” on Thursday, October 31 at 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be available and those who arrive in costume will receive a free popcorn. This is the perfect event for those who are looking to celebrate the spirit of horror, away from the crowds. General admission is $10 and seniors and students are $5. VIP tables are available for $30 and includes popcorn and drinks. For more information, and to purchase tickets, please visit www.ltveh.org.
EVENTS 2024-25
Nov 1-3
NekoCon 2024: Mewths and Legends
NekoCon is an annual three-day anime convention held traditionally on the first weekend in November at the Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton, Virginia. It is Virginia’s oldest anime convention. Members are welcome to attend various panels and workshops, play video games or tabletop games in our gaming hall, participate in gaming tournaments, purchase merchandise in the dealer’s room, and be a part of main attractions like karaoke contests, Costume Contests, Japanese Rock Concerts, and nightly dances. Learn more at nekocon.com.
Nov 8-9
Bodacious Bazaar: Fall 2024
This is the perfect way to start checking off your Christmas list, as you will be able to find everything you need and welcome back our vendors. We are a family owned and operated business. We are community minded with a strong belief that you get back what you put out. Our goal is to bring a quality show to the Hampton Roads Area and to donate a portion of the proceeds to chosen local nonprofits. We can’t wait to see you all! Learn more and join us at bodaciousbazaar.com.
Nov 9
Veterans Day Parade
Join us for family fun as we salute those who serve with a Veterans Day Parade & Celebration! The parade begins at 9 a.m. and ends at Continental Park with activities for all ages including exhibits, entertainment, food trucks and living history interpreters. Learn more about this event and join us this year at hampton.gov.
Dec 14-15
Hampton Holiday Fine Arts Bazaar
Join us for the 4th annual Hampton Holiday Fine Arts Bazaar. The opening of the Small Works Exhibition will be accompanied by this free
EVENTS 2024-25
two-day fine arts bazaar featuring original, handmade works from artists around the region. Come meet the artists and shop for extra special holiday gifts! Artists sometimes leave their artworks behind after a class or exhibition, which means we are left with pieces searching for a new home. As a solution, accompanying this year’s Bazaar will be a ‘yard sale for art’ known as a YART SALE. Proceeds from the purchases of artworks sold by The Charles H. Taylor Visual Arts Center will benefit Education programs and building needs. Learn more at hamptonarts.org.
Dec 20-25
Holiday Wonder Walk
Just in time for the Holidays, Hampton’s Water Walk Trail comes to life with dazzling lights and seasonal décor. Featuring a variety of lighted displays and themed props, the Holiday Wonder Walk is sure to bring out the child in everyone. Come and stroll at your leisure just over one mile out and back. Each night will also feature a food and drink vendor, several holiday crafters and some special surprises as well. Learn more and join us at hampton.gov.
Jan 18-19 2025
The 2025 Coastal Virginia Magazine WineFest
The 11th annual Coastal Virginia Magazine WineFest will be taking place January 18-19, 2025, and will feature the state’s finest wines and spirits, local cuisine, craft vendors, a cash craft beer garden, and live entertainment by Chris Sacks Band (Saturday), Lewis McGee (Sunday) and Colonial DJs (all weekend).The event will be from 1-7 p.m. on Saturday and 1-6 p.m. on Sunday. Learn more online and join us this year at visithampton.com.
Jan TBD 2025
44th Annual Virginia Duals 2025
Join us as we crown champions in two college divisions and three high school divisions in an exciting, dual-meet tournament format. The Peninsula Wrestling Association hosts the 44th Annual Virginia Duals
Wrestling Tournament at Hampton Coliseum. The team advancement concept started in Hampton, Virginia with the Virginia Duals in 1981 and is now used by Virginia and many other states to determine the best high school team in the state. Learn more about this at visithampton.com.
Feb 7 2025
34th Annual Black History Month Celebration
Join us at Y. H. Thomas Community Center for the 34th Annual Black History Month Celebration! Individuals of all ages are welcome to learn about the beauty of the history that makes up a strong community of people. Come out on February for dancing, singing, vendor tables, poetry recitation, and more. Learn more and join us at visithampton.com.
Mar 22 2025
Montauk St. Patrick’s Day Parade
It has been estimated that 40,000 spectators and supporters have attended this annual event in years past that was conceived as a way to bring an end to the dreary winters in Montauk, and welcome Spring with a joyous and festive Irish celebration. The Montauk St. Patrick’s Day Parade has become a part of the fabric of the community over it’s many years, and while the faces in the crowds lining the streets have changed, what has not changed are the smiles on those faces and the fun all are welcome to join in at this community event. Learn more at montaukfriendsoferin.org.
Mar TBD 2025
CMEE’s Egg Hunt
There is no cost to attend, but families who want to take part have been asked to donate a dozen plastic eggs and a bag of non-peanut individually wrapped candies, which can be dropped off today or tomorrow at the Youth Park on Abraham’s Path or at the East Hampton Town Parks and Recreation Department behind Town Hall. Learn more and join us soon at cmee.org.
Street food is more than just a meal; it’s an experience. It’s the sizzle of skewers on a grill, the aromatic spices wafting through the air, and the sizzling woks that create an irresistible symphony of flavors. Here are some of the world’s most beloved street food traditions:
1. Thailand: Mango Sticky Rice ~
In Thailand, street food is a way of life. You can’t visit without savoring pad Thai, a stir-fried noodle dish bursting with flavors. And don’t forget to indulge in mango sticky rice, a sweet and fragrant dessert that’s the perfect balance of creamy and chewy.
2. Mexico: Tacos and Elote ~
Taco stands are a staple in Mexican street food culture, offering an array of fillings like al pastor, carne asada, and carnitas. Pair your tacos with elote, grilled corn slathered with mayonnaise,
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EVENTS 2025
Apr 6 2025
Afternoon Tea
We’d like to invite you to a smart and sumptuous affair, brought to you by The Baker House 1650 offering an afternoon of elegance with a fine assortment of teas by Plain T, a glass of champagne, savory bites, sweets treats and connection. Take a moment for yourself to enjoy afternoon bubbles or tea with your Baker House friends. Learn more online at hamptons.com.
May 2025
The Met: Live in HD Returns to Guild Hall Guild Hall (158 Main Street, East Hampton) is thrilled to announce the return of The Met Opera’s Live in HD. The season features eight performances transmitted live from the Met Stage to Guild Hall’s newly renovated theater. Guests can now enjoy The Met: Live in HD performances in more comfortable seating surrounded by state-of-theart technology for a truly immersive experience. Learn more online at hamptons.com.
Jun 14 2025
Illusions The Drag Brunch Southampton
Illusions the Drag Queen Show Southampton is the perfect combination of spectacular burlesque style and comedy performances by the industry’s best celebrity impersonators and the funniest Southampton drag queen hosts you’ll ever have the pleasure of encountering. Come see this amazing Southampton drag queen show and laugh your ass off all night long while being amazed by the stellar performances in tribute to some of your old-time favorite classics as well as the latest pop favorites. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Jul 10 2025
Hamptons Fine Art Fair
It’s where the excitement, anticipation and drama of an international
cheese, and chili powder—a taste explosion in every bite.
3. India: Samosas ~ Indian street food is a flavorpacked paradise. Try chaat, a savory snack that combines crispy fried dough with chickpeas, yogurt, and tangy chutneys. For something heartier, try samosas - deep fried pastries filled with spiced potatoes are a must-try.
4. Vietnam: Banh Mi ~ Vietnamese street food offers a fresh and aromatic experience. Sample a steaming bowl of pho, a fragrant noodle soup infused with herbs and spices. Or grab a banh mi, a delectable sandwich filled with grilled meats, pickled veggies, and a burst of fresh herbs.
5. Greece: Gyros & Souvlaki ~ Greek street food is a Mediterranean delight. Indulge in a gyro, a pita wrap filled with tender slices of roasted meat and topped with tzatziki sauce and veggies. For a quick bite, grab a souvlaki skewer, often made with succulent marinated chicken or pork.
6. Japan: Takoyaki & Okonomiyaki ~ Japan’s street food scene offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation. Try takoyaki, octopus-filled dough balls drizzled with savory sauces. Or savor okonomiyaki, a savory pancake loaded with toppings like cabbage, pork, and mayo.
7. Morocco: Tagine & Harira Soup ~ Moroccan street food is a sensory explosion. Taste tagine, a slowcooked stew that combines tender meats, vegetables, and aromatic spices. And don’t miss harira soup, a hearty tomato and lentil soup that’s a Moroccan comfort food staple.
8. United States: Hot Dogs/Pretzels ~ Street food isn’t limited to international flavors. In the U.S., you can’t beat the classic charm of a hot dog cart or a soft pretzel stand. Add your favorite toppings and sauces for a taste of American street food tradition.
Exploring global street food culture is like taking a whirlwind tour of the world’s flavors and traditions. Each street vendor, food cart, or bustling market stall offers a unique opportunity to savor authentic dishes and connect with locals. Whether you’re strolling through the vibrant streets of Bangkok or sipping soup in a Moroccan medina, street food is an adventure waiting to be devoured. So, grab a plate, dig in, and let your taste buds take you on a journey you’ll never forget!
LGBT NETWORK HAMPTONS CENTER
The LGBT Network is a leader in creating and implementing solutions to address many of the greatest challenges that LGBT people face today – bullying in our schools, discrimination and harassment, lack of community and socialization, disproportionate burden of HIV, unsafe workplaces, lack of housing and service options for LGBT older adults, and a lack of LGBT-affirming and welcoming community services. LGBTNETWORK.ORG | (631) 899-4950
CHERRY’S ON THE BAY
Relaxed waterfront venue with a view for full-service dining, cocktails, Sunday brunch & drag shows. 158 Bayview Walk, Cherry Grove, NY 11782
ICE PALACE
The Red Eye Guys: Daniel Nardicio, Taylor Shubert, Adam Klesh and Sam Benedict are excited to bring you Ice Palace 23 – The new, improved reimagining of the famed and longest continually-running LGBTQAI+ nightclub in the world. 1 Main Walk, Cherry Grove, NY 11782
NORTHWEST HARBOR (EAST HAMPTON) HRC
We’ve spent 40 years creating the most powerful movement for equality our country has ever seen. But despite this progress, our most marginalized are still suffering from violence, discrimination and fear. Our goal is to ensure that all LGBTQ+ people, and particularly those of us who are trans, people of color and HIV+, are treated as full and equal citizens within our movement, across our country and around the world. HRC.COM.
EVENTS 2025
fair connects with the main thoroughfare in the Hamptons. As the most cosmopolitan art fair ever organized in the Hamptons, HFAF embraces the wider art ecosystem through emerging artists and galleries – providing an understanding of a diverse 20 countries and cultures. Whether you’re an avid collector, redecorating your home, or just looking for “the perfect piece,” you’ll uncover treasures for every sensibility and price point. Learn more at hamptonsfineartfair.com.
Sep TBD 2025
Maritime Festival Greenport 2025
Welcome aboard as we embark on an exciting journey to the Maritime Festival Greenport 2025! Set against the stunning backdrop of the scenic Greenport Harbor, this festival promises to celebrate all things maritime. As we unveil the future of this renowned event, we are thrilled to showcase the rich history, culture, and innovation that define the naval world. Join us as we delve into the highlights, activities, and experiences that await you at the Maritime Festival Greenport 2025. Prepare to immerse yourself in the sea of opportunities and set sail for a successful and unforgettable experience! Learn more at festival2025.com.
Sep 25 2025
Sag Harbor American Music Festival
Our Main Stage events provide once-in-a-lifetime music experiences. We do our best to feature globally recognized stand-out musicians who rarely, if ever, performed on the east end. Local to global, soul to Ska, jazz and blues, folk, rock, pop and more! The Festival highlights a wide spectrum of roots music and all kinds of fusion. Learn more at sagharbormusic.org.
