This is the weekend before Halloween, so you can bet there’s going to be plenty of entertainment with that in mind, from a boat burning event, bowling in costume to stage performances, like Bat Boy The Musical. Also find other entertainment for the whole family, like square dancing, the Rock Hall Country Fair, the annual chowder crawl in Port Jefferson and more. Find the events to stay entertained all weekend long right here with Hot Spots: Weekend Watch!
FRIDAY – OCTOBER 24, 2014
Who: Halloween Boat Burning At Long Island Maritime Museum
Info: A boat that’s been deemed unsafe to sail is set ablaze in sacrifice while thousands watch from the shore enjoying an assortment of festivities, including raffles, snacks, apple cider, and musical entertainment. The rain date is October 25th.
Cost: $5; Free For Children 5 and Under
Time & Place: 5PM to 9PM at Long Island Maritime Museum, 86 West Avenue, West Sayville – (631) HISTORY
Who: Harvest Square Dance At St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Info: This event features Pat Cannon and the Foot and Fiddle dancers with live music by fiddler Kenny Kosek, guitarist Joe Selly and bassist Matthew Schneider. Come down to take part in the autumn themed square dance open to all ages and abilities. Seasonal food and a special Halloween raffle will also be available.
Cost: $10 Admission; $5 For Students and Seniors
Time & Place: 7:30PM to 9PM St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 253 Glen Avenue, Sea Cliff – (516) 676-4222
Who: Bat Boy – The Musical At Hofstra University
Info: This off-Broadway musical hit is about a boy who is half bat/half boy. He is taken in by a local family when he is found in a cave, but not everything is easy for the bat boy. This performance offers a story of prejudice, forbidden love, secrets and the mysterious origins of Bat Boy.
Cost: $15; $12 For Seniors (Over 65) or Matriculated Non-Hofstra Student with ID
Time & Place: 8PM at Hofstra University at John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus, Hempstead (516) 463-6644
SATURDAY – OCTOBER 25, 2014
Who: Rock Hall Country Fair At Rock Hall Museum
Info: This event features colonial historians and wood-turners, spinners, weavers, pony rides, a pumpkin patch, antique cards, farm animals, crafts and more.
Cost: Free Event
Time & Place: 11AM to 5PM at Rock Hall Museum, 199 Broadway, Lawrence – (516) 239-1157
Who: New York Islanders Vs. Dallas Stars At Nassau Coliseum
Info: Come watch an exciting game of hockey between the New York Islanders and the Dallas Stars!
Cost: $25 to $151
Time & Place: 7PM at Nassau Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Unjondale – (800) 745-3000
Who: 12th Annual LI Comedy And Music Fest At NYCB Theatre At Westbury
Info: Long Island’s biggest names in entertainment are coming to one stage. The night is kicked off with side-splitting comedy by Peter Bales, Chris Monty and Vic Dibitetto. A brief intermission will follow and then Peter Mazzeo & The Hit Squad performs a Bee Gees tribute concert.
Cost: $49.50
Time & Place: 8PM to 11PM at NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury – (516) 334-0800
SUNDAY – OCTOBER 26, 2014
Who: 5th Annual Chowder Crawl At Port Jefferson Village Center
Info: Don’t miss the Harvest Festivals chowder contest! Guest registered will receive a 2 oz. cup and spoon sample of various chowders and then vote for their favorite.
Cost: Free Admission
Time & Place: 12PM to 4PM at Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson – (631) 473-4724
Who: Mostly Moptop In The #9 Lennon Birthday Special At Dix Hills Performing Arts Center
Info: To celebrate what would have been John Lennon’s 74th birthday, Mostly Moptop will be out to perform “The #9 Lennon Birthday Special.” The show features songs by Lennon and the Beatles, including “A Hard Day’s Night,” “In My Life,” “Revolution,” “Imagine,” and more.
Cost: $25 to $35
Time & Place: 2PM at Dix Hills Performing Arts Center, 305 North Service Road, Dix Hills – (631) 656-2148
Who: Halloween Costume Bowl-A-Thon At Port Jeff Bowl
Info: We know bowling is fun, but how about bowling wearing your Halloween costume? Proceeds from this event will benefit Contractors for Kids, a local children’s charity.
Cost: $20 Includes Bowling Shoes, Unlimited Soda and 2 Slices of Pizza
Time & Place: 3PM to 5PM at Port Jeff Bowl, 31 Cherub Drive, Port Jefferson – (888) 208-KIDS
To check out all of the Nightlife Events happening on Long Island, check out the LongIsland.com Events Calendar, or, head over to our Nightlife Section for Happy Hour Happenings all week long! If you're looking for some local insight on the best things to do on LI, or want to share your favorite Nightlife Hot Spots, check out the Nightlife Forum, and see what the locals have to say!
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