Local Appreciation Weekend
Thank you, neighbors! Join us Oct 24–25 for Local Appreciation Weekend at Lenny Bruno Farms in Manorville. Admission is FREE for first responders, military, and Manorville residents with ID. Enjoy pumpkin picking, a corn maze, bounce houses, hayrides, local beer and wine, and a full day of family fun on the farm.
Port Jefferson Greek Festival
Port Jefferson Greek Festival
Experience one of Long Island’s most beloved cultural traditions at the Port Jefferson Greek Festival! Hosted by the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption, this annual celebration brings the sights, sounds, and flavors of Greece to Port Jefferson with authentic homemade Greek cuisine, freshly baked pastries, live music, traditional Greek dancing, carnival rides, shopping, and family-friendly fun.
Savor Greek favorites like gyros, souvlaki, spanakopita, moussaka, baklava, loukoumades, and more while enjoying live entertainment throughout the festival. Browse a vibrant marketplace filled with unique vendors offering handcrafted goods, jewelry, clothing, specialty foods, and gifts, then try your luck in the festival raffle or enjoy the midway rides with the whole family.
Whether you’re coming for the incredible food, lively atmosphere, rich Greek culture, or a fun day out with family and friends, the Port Jefferson Greek Festival offers something for all ages. Bring your appetite and celebrate one of Long Island’s favorite annual festivals at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption in Port Jefferson.
Riverhead Cardboard Boat Race
Riverhead Cardboard Boat Race
🚣 Saturday, August 1, 2026
📍 Peconic Riverfront | Downtown Riverhead, NY
The Riverhead Cardboard Boat Race is one of Downtown Riverhead’s most anticipated annual events, bringing together thousands of spectators to cheer on teams racing homemade cardboard boats across the Peconic River.
This exciting waterfront festival combines creativity, competition, engineering, and family fun into a one-of-a-kind community experience that attracts visitors from across Long Island.
New for 2026, the event is expanding into an even bigger destination with the addition of a Family Fun Zone and Waterfront Vendor Marketplace located adjacent to the boat launch in the Peconic Riverfront parking area.
Guests won’t simply watch the races. They’ll spend the day shopping local, enjoying interactive attractions, games, activities, food vendors, live entertainment, community organizations, and family-friendly experiences while taking in everything Downtown Riverhead has to offer.
Whether you’re cheering on your favorite cardboard boat, exploring the vendor marketplace, enjoying delicious food, or making memories with the family, there’s something for everyone at this exciting summer tradition.
Event Features
🚣 Cardboard Boat Races
🛍 Artisan Vendor Marketplace
🥨 Snack Vendors
🎶 Live Entertainment
🎈 Family Fun Zone
🎯 Interactive Activities & Games
🤝 Community Organizations
🌊 Beautiful Peconic Riverfront Setting
Admission is free for spectators, making this the perfect summer outing for families, friends, and visitors of all ages.
Vendor Opportunities
Interested in becoming a vendor?
Applications are currently being accepted for artisan vendors, specialty retail vendors, food vendors, snack vendors, promotional vendors, and community organizations.
Vendor spaces are limited and accepted on a first-approved basis. Certain categories may close as applications are received to ensure a diverse shopping experience.
👉 Vendor applications are available now. Apply early to secure your space.