October is here and Long Island is in full swing with fall entertainment! Check out some Halloween entertainment running throughout the month as well as Octoberfest at Eisenhower Park. There’s also plenty of comedy and music entertainment to enjoy throughout the weekend! Find all the details to hot spots below!
FRIDAY – OCTOBER 4, 2013
Who: Family Fun In The Fall At Woodside Nursery
Info: Enjoy a day of fun with the entire family. There’s the famous “Haunted Tunnel,” scarecrow making, balloon bounce rides, roasted corn and much more.
Cost: $2.50 Per Person
Time & Place: 9AM to 6PM at Woodside Nursery, 134 East Woodside Avenue, Patchogue – (631) 758-1491
Who: Amityville’s 3rd Annual Jeepers Creepers Haunted Lair
Info: It’s the scariest lair you’ll find! Come by of its outside spook walk, complete with Ghost Lane, The Haunted Bus Stop, The Demonic Cave and more! Get the real thrill of Halloween here!
Cost: $7
Time & Place: 7:30PM to 10PM, 25 Ronald Drive South, Amityville – (646) 884-1374
Who: Long Island Italian American Comedy Night At The Suffolk Theater
Info: Long Island comedian Paul Anthony will host the night featuring a full line-up of top comedians from across the country. Other comedians performing include Tina Giorgi, Chris Monty and Rob Falcone.
Cost: $25 For Advance Ticket, $35 At The Door
Time & Place: 8PM, The Suffolk Theater, 118 East Main Street, Riverhead – (631) 727-4343
SATURDAY – OCTOBER 5, 2013
Who: A Taste Of Port Jefferson At Port Jefferson Village Center
Info: Presented by the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, A Taste of Port Jefferson is a one-day event offering the chance to taste from over 35 local restaurants. There are also desserts, wine and beer to enjoy.
Cost: $45 For Advance Ticket, $50 For Ticket At The Door
Time & Place: 12PM to 4PM at Port Jefferson Village Center, 101A East Broadway, Port Jefferson – (631) 473-1414
Who: Motown The Tribute Concert Live At The Suffolk Y JCC
Info: If you’re into Motown music, you don’t want to miss this. Enjoy performances including Sammy Sax and the MDs, The Fellas, The Temptations, Brickhouse and Standin’ in the Shadows. Reserve you seat now!
Time & Place: 7:30PM, The Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack – (631) 698-9696
Who: Joplin’s Pearl At Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts
Info: The night features Amber Ferrari performing the music of Pat Benatar, Cher, Janis Joplin and others.
Cost: $15 to $40
Time & Place: 8PM at Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts, 71 E. Main Street, Patchogue – (631) 207-1300
SUNDAY – OCTOBER 6, 2013
Who: San Gennaro Feast Of The Hamptons At Good Ground Road
Info: It’s the 3rd Annual San Gennaro Feast of the Hamptons. The annual feast is complete with food, fun, music and a carnival for kids of all ages.
Cost: Free Event
Time & Place: 10AM to 10PM at Good Ground Road, Long Island Railroad Station, Hampton Bays– (631) 728-2211
Who: Octoberfest At Eisenhower Park
Info: The event if presented by Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano. Enjoy German food, beer, music, and children’s activities.
Cost: Free Event
Time & Place: 12PM to 5PM at Eisenhower Park, Parking Field 6, East Meadow – (516) 572-0200
Who: Atlantic Wind Symphony Concert At Patchogue Theatre For The Performing Arts
Info: It’s the first of four concerts entitled “Great American Composers.” It’ll include music by Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin and Aaron Copland. Enjoy a concert of the finest and most exciting and beautiful American band literature.
Cost: $15 For Adults, $12 For Students and Seniors
Time & Place: 3PM to 5PM at Patchogue Theatre For the Performing Arts, 71 E. Main Street, Patchogue – (631) 589-0861
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