Serving as both the last major celebration of spring and the welcoming of summer, Memorial Day Weekend is one of Long Island's most entertainment-packed weekends of the year! The highlight of the weekend is the annual Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach, which is celebrating its 15th year with the United States Navy Blue Angels. For those looking to stock up on everything from fresh fruits to original crafts, a number of family festivals and farmers markets will be taking place across Nassau and Suffolk this weekend.
Of course, Memorial Day is primarily a time for honoring our nation's heroes and taking a few moments to reflect on the sacrifices millions have made to protect our country. As such, there are a number of parades and special events that are perfect for saying "thank you."
Keep reading to see which events you're not going to want to miss on Long Island this Memorial Day!
Parades, Fairs & Air Shows
2018 Jones Beach Air Show Featuring U.S. Navy Blue Angels
Ocean Parkway, Wantagh, NY 11793
516-221-1000
Saturday, May 26th, and Sunday, May 27th, 10 AM - 3 PM
Free Admission / Parking Fees Apply
The 2018 New York Air Show at Jones Beach is aiming sky high for the 15th anniversary show thanks a stellar roster of participants including the headliners, the United States Navy Blue Angels.
24th Annual Juried Fine Arts Show on the Montauk Village Green - FREE!
742 Montauk Highway, Montauk, NY 11954
631-668-5336
Friday, May 25th, through Sunday, May 27th
Free Event
Juried fine art, 2-D paintings, graphics, prints, photography, 3D sculptures, ceramics, fiber, and jewelry will all be on display at Montauk's annual spring arts show.
Treasures and Collectibles Fair at Southampton History Museum - FREE!
17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
631-283-2494
Saturday, May 26th, 9 AM - 4 PM
Free Event
Held at the Southampton History Museum, this popular collectibles fair will be overflowing with artwork, vintage furniture, jewelry, and other collectibles.
Locust Valley "Paint The Town" Art Walk
15 Birch Hill Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560
516-317-7729
Saturday, May 26th, 11 AM - 4 PM
Free Event
Ensure that your Memorial Day Weekend includes a visit to the Locust Valley "Paint The Town" Art Walk! The anticipated event will feature local artists and vendors with handmade items. The show is expected to have plenty of variety, as there will be designers, photographers, and craftspeople of all kinds.
Glen Cove Street Fair at Morgan Memorial Park - FREE!
Germaine Street, Glen Cove, NY 11542
516-442-6000
Saturday, May 26th, through Sunday, May 27th, 10 AM - 5 PM
Free Event
Glen Cove's 350th anniversary celebration meets Memorial Day Weekend with a huge street fair packed with craft and gift vendors.
Decoration Day at Old Bethpage Village Restoration
1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, NY 11804
516-572-8401
Saturday, May 26th, through Sunday, May 27th, 10 AM - 4 PM
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Remember the sacrifices of those that have fought for our freedoms through this Decoration Day event complete with a ceremony, parade, and live demonstrations.
39th Annual L.I. Buick Club-All Buick Car Show at Wantagh Train Station - FREE!
3333 Sunrise Highway, Wantagh, NY 11793
631-567-4112
Sunday, May 27th, 9 AM - 4 PM
Free Event
Presented by the Long Island Buick Club in Association, this special car show will feature dozens of Buicks and a full auto-themed flea market.
Ronkonkoma's 2nd Annual Memorial Day Weekend Street Fair - FREE!
Hawkins Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
631-963-2796
Sunday, May 27th, 11 AM - 6 PM
Free Event
The Ronkonkoma Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a street fair on Hawkins Avenue to help raise funds for local veterans' organizations.
22nd Annual Community Mosaic Street Painting Festival - FREE!
Roanoke Avenue and East Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901
631-727-0900
Sunday, May 27th, 12 PM - 5 PM
Free Event
A gigantic street painting festival that has become a beloved tradition in Riverhead, this event will be filled with painting activities, a sprawling fine arts and crafts fair, live music, and family fun for all.
Merrick's Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony - FREE!
Intersection of Merrick Avenue & Sunrise Highway, Merrick, NY 11566
516-521-6989
Monday, May 28th at 8:45 AM
Free Event
Join Merrick Post No. 1282 in a parade and commemoration ceremony to help honor our veterans. Marchers will gather at the veterans Broadcast Plaza at 8:45 AM and the parade will start at 9:30 AM.
Long Beach Memorial Day Parade - FREE!
Ohio Avenue & West Beech Street, Long Beach, NY 11561
516-431-1000
Monday, May 28th at 10 AM
Free Event
The City of Long Beach's annual Memorial Day Parade will begin at 10 AM on Monday, May 28th. The parade begins at Ohio Avenue and West Beech Street at 10:00am and ends at the reviewing stand on Park Avenue in front of City Hall.
Farmingdale's Memorial Day Parade - FREE!
Main Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735
516-249-0093
Monday, May 28th at 10 AM
Free Event
Farmingdale's 2018 Memorial Day Parade is scheduled for Monday, May 28th at 10 AM. The parade will be held on Main Street.
Bay Shore's Memorial Day Parade - FREE!
Lanier Lane & Main Street, Bay Shore, NY 11706
631-665-7003
Monday, May 28th at 10 AM
Free Event
Bay Shore's 2018 Memorial Day Parade will start at 10 AM at Lanier Lane and Main Street and head through Bay Shore.
Northport's Memorial Day Parade & Services at Northport Village Park - FREE!
Main Street, Northport, NY 11768
Monday, May 28th at 10 AM
Free Event
Northport's 2018 Memorial Day Parade & Services will be held on Monday, May 28th at 10 AM in Northport Village.
Ronkonkoma Memorial Day Parade at Hiawatha Elementary School - FREE!
97 Patchogue-Holbrook Road, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
631-963-2796
Monday, May 28th, 11 AM - 12:30 PM
Free Event
Sponsored by the St. Regis Knights of Columbus, the Ronkonkoma Memorial Day Parade will march from Hiawatha Elementary School to the hall on Pond Road.
Memorial Day Parade & Open House at Raynham Hall Museum - FREE!
20 West Main Street, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
516-922-6808
Monday, May 28th, 11:30 AM - 2 PM
Free Event
Raynham Hall Museum in Oyster Bay will be celebrating the holiday with free ice cream, lemonade, popcorn, and old-fashioned music that will be enjoyed by every member of the family.
Memorial Day BBQ at Off Key Tikki - FREE!
31 Baker Place, Patchogue, NY 11772
631-475-1723
Monday, May 28th, 4 PM - 8 PM
Free Event
The Tikiville Buffet Tribute Band will be serenading Long Islanders at Off Key Tikki on Memorial Day!
Farmers Markets
Westhampton Beach Farmers' Market at The Village Green - FREE!
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
Saturday, May 26th, 9 AM - 1 PM
Free Event
The Westhampton Beach Farmers' Market will have more than fifty vendors providing the freshest locally grown and caught items. There will also be plenty of delicious homemade and baked items to enjoy.
Long Beach Farmers' Market at Kennedy Plaza - FREE!
1 West Chester Street, Long Beach, NY 11561
516-670-5311
Saturday, May 26th, 9 AM - 12 PM
Free Event
Fresh fruits, pasta, pickles, tomatoes, corn, and more will be available for Long Islanders looking to stock up on tasty items this Memorial Day Weekend.
HeartBeet Farm Stand at Stony Brook Village Center - FREE!
111 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY 11790
631-689-5888
Saturday, May 26th, 10 AM - 12 PM
Free Event
Head to Stony Brook Village for the freshest vegetables and fruits at HeartBeet Farms' stand.
