Stargazing during Astronomy Nights at Sagamore Hill
Bring a chair and blanket and get ready for a night of stargazing outdoors at Sagamore Hill in Oyster Bay. The national historic site opens it's grounds and offers a series Astronomy Night events with free telescope observations and children's activities. The series runs through Sept. 21 and is in partnership with the Amateur Observers Society of New York ( aosny). 516-922-4788, nps.gov/sahi
ADMISSION Free, reservations recommended.
Mixed martial arts competition at Nassau Coliseum
Some of the best fighters in the world are expected for the Professional Fighters League MMA (mixed martial arts) event at NYCB Live's Nassau Coliseum, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9. This time around, the PFL features its women's lightweight and men's welterweight divisions. The event continues on June 6. 516-231-4848, nycblive.com
ADMISSION Tickets start at $25.50; $30 parking, $20 in advance
Music at Jones Beach
Mark your calendars and get ready for this year's concert series coming to Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater. Among the acts coming this summer are Adam Sandler, June 20; Third Eye Blind, July 11; Dave Matthews Band, July 17; Nelly, TLC and FLo Rida, Aug. 1; Jimmy Buffet and the Coral Reefer Band on his Son of a Sailor Tour, Aug. 8. Jason Aldean closes things out Sept. 6 with his Ride All Night Tour. 516-221-1000, livenation.com
ADMISSION Varies, check website
Belmont Stakes Racing Festival
The Belmont Stakes Racing Festival has a lineup of stakes races. First post is 3:05 p.m. Thursday, June 6 and post time is 12:50 p.m. on Friday all leading up to the Belmont Stakes with post time at 11:35 a.m. on Saturday, June 8. Before the big race Saturday, look for the Runhappy Metropolitan Handicap, Ogden Phipps Handicap and the Jaipur Invitational Stakes, all qualifiers for the Breeders' Cup in November at Santa Anita. Belmont Stakes is expected around 6:40 p.m. Saturday, June 8, at Belmont Park in Elmont. Look for concerts by Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes on Friday and Flo Rida on Saturday. A trackside performance of "Rock of Ages" also takes place on Saturday. 516-488-6000, belmontstakes.com
ADMISSION $5 general admission on Thursday, $15 on Friday; Belmont Stakes Day: $30 general grandstand admission; $55 clubhouse; $15-$25 parking on Friday; $40-$70 parking on Saturday
75th anniversary of D-Day at American Armor Museum
The Museum of American Armor pulls out the big guns, noon Thursday, June 6 as part of its salute to the 75th anniversary of the historic D-Day landings of the Allied Forces on June 6, 1944, in France. Head to the museum, 1303 Round Swamp Rd. in Old Bethpage, and you'll be surrounded by the weapons and operational armor of that era. The days also includes prayer, reflection and commentary. 516-454-8265, museumofamericanarmour.org
ADMISSION Free
Run Eisenhower Park help Police Crisis Fund
Show thanks to your local law enforcement officers by participating in the Long Island Police Appreciation Run, 7 p.m. Thursday, June 6, registration opens at 5:15 p.m. at Eisenhower Park field house. Awards go to top runners, as well as special awards to law enforcement officers who cross the finish line. 516-349-7646, glirc.org
ADMISSION $30; $25 in advance, benefits the Police Crisis Fund
Relax your mind and body at Vanderbilt Planetarium
Enjoy a guided mediation around the solar system accompanied by vibro-acoustic and sound-healing music at the Vanderbilt Planetarium. Sign up for Meditation Under the Stars for a relaxing celestial experience beginning at 5:15 p.m. Saturday, June 8. Session begins at 6 p.m., no mats are necessary. 631-626-0566, popuppranayoga.com
ADMISSION $25, reservations are strongly recommended
Celebrate World Oceans Day by raising a glass
Since good water, makes good beer and to celebrate World Oceans Day, The Whaling Museum in Cold Spring Harbor hosts Whales, Ales and SaltyTales, 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 8. Highlights include live music by Sampawam's Creek, whale boat chats about Long Island life in the 1850s, local brewers talk about their recipes and give demonstrations and, of course, plenty of beer, cider and ale tastings from local breweries.
631-367-3418, cshwhalingmuseum.org/ales
ADMISSION $35, $15 designated drivers ($45 at the door), advanced reservations required
Feast at this Calverton food fest
As part of a farm-to-table movement, North Meets South! Farms, Food and Drink Festival is focused on the North and South forks of the East End and the provisions from local farms, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 8 and 9, 149 Edwards Ave., Calverton. Sip, taste and purchase food and drink. Meet farmers and talk to trained chefs. The family-friendly event also features food trucks, artisans and craftspeople displaying their works, children's activities, corn hulling and an oyster-shucking and doughnut-eating contest on both days. northforkevents.com
ADMISSION $25; $20 in advance, free 12 and younger
Join the Bavarian Heritage Festival in Franklin Square
The Original Enzian German folk dance group presents its 45th annual Bavarianfest at Plattduetsche Park. Gates open at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 8, and noon on Sunday, June 9, in Franklin Square. Hear live music by Foehrer Musik Freunde and Die Spitzbuam, and taste German food specialties including wursts, pretzels and imported beer. The family-friendly fest also features games and rides. Best to get there early if you want to get a table in the biergarten. 516-354-3131, libeerfest .com
ADMISSION $10, free 12 and younger
Watch Polo at the Park in Farmingdale
Be there for the opening day of Polo at the Park at Bethpage Stage Park in Farmingdale, 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 9, the start of the New York Polo series. The fields will be alive professional polo players and their ponies. Gates open at 2 p.m., summer chic attire is encouraged. The series continues Sundays through Oct. 14. 516-500-7656, bethpagepolo.com
ADMISSION $15 adult, $5 active military, students with ID and 65 and older; $50 per carload of three or more; free parking
Greek festival in Brookville
The Greek flag flies high during the Greek Village Festival, 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 7; 3 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 8; and 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday, June 9, at the Greek Orthodox Church of The Holy Resurrection in Brookville. Taste Greek specialties like moussaka, spanakopita and gyros. Bouzouki music and Greek dancing will have you thinking of the Greek Isles. Also find a flea market and kid rides. A free shuttle bus from LIU Post parking lot will get you to the church on time. 516-671-5200, resurrectiongoc.org
ADMISSION Free, fee for rides