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6/13/22 - By Jaime Sumersille

Looking for the best FREE concerts and shows on Long Island this summer? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Not all summer entertainment on Long Island comes with a hefty price tag. In fact, some music shows and outdoor concerts don't come with a price tag at all. We've rounded up a host of FREE summer outdoor community concerts ideal for kids and families: All parents need is to grab a lawn chair or picnic blanket and get ready to shimmy, shake, smile, and sing with the little ones.

For more seasonal fun, check out our ideas for outdoor summer games and our picks for the best beaches for LI families. Our Summer Fun Guide for Long Island Kids offers more ideas for getting the best out of the warm-weather months. Enjoy. ​

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Free Outdoor Summer Concerts in Nassau County

Friday Night Promenade in Garden City

Garden City
Friday, June 10 - Friday, September 16
Enjoy themed nights every Friday this summer through mid-September in the heart of Garden City Village. Live music, a family-friendly atmosphere, fun giveaways, and plenty of activities for the kids await, including balloon art and face painting. READ MORE

Summer Concert Series at Eisenhower Park

East Meadow
Saturday, June 11-Tuesday, August 30
Concertgoers experience a variety of genres, from disco to classical and oldies, and even musical theater at the Lakeside Theatre.  READ MORE

Valley Stream's Summer Concert Series

Valley Stream
Wednesday, June 15 - Friday, September 9
The Village of Valley Stream celebrates the arrival of summer with a series of live performances at the Community Bandshell behind Village Hall.  READ MORE

Town of Hempstead's Summer Concert Series

Various Locations
Saturday, June 25 - Saturday, September 3
With concerts spread across more than a dozen parks, the Town of Hempstead has packed its Summer Concert Series with a diverse selection of bands. READ MORE

Concerts at Mary Jane Davies Green

Manhasset
Thursday, June 30
Admission is free to Mary Jane Davies Green for each of these events. Bring a chair or blanket and pack a picnic dinner for an evening of entertainment under the stars. READ MORE

Westbury Arts Summer Concert Series

Westbury
Thursdays, June 30-September 1
The Westbury Arts Summer Concert Series hosts free outdoor shows, by local performers, with performances ranging from jazz to hip-hop. READ MORE

Dancing in the Street in Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay
Fridays, July 1-29
The Oyster Bay Main Street Association hosts Dancing in the Street in front of Town Hall.  READ MORE

Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra

Throughout Nassau County
Sunday, July 3 - Sunday, July 17
Pop concerts with Broadway, TV and film themes are sure to please the crowds at these FREE concerts held throughout Nassau County. READ MORE

Town of Oyster Bay Music Under the Stars

Various Locations
Wednesday, July 6 - Saturday, August 13
Concerts begin at 8pm; there is no seating before 4pm. Food trucks will be on site. Events will be held outdoors, weather permitting. READ MORE

City of Long Beach's 2022 Summer Concert Series

Long Beach
Wednesday, July 6 - Wednesday, August 31
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Clark Botanic Garden Concert Series

Albertson
Thursday, July 7 - Thursday, August 4
Admission is free to Clark Botanic Gardens for each of these events. Bring a chair or blanket and pack a picnic dinner for an evening of entertainment under the stars. READ MORE

Farmingdale Music on Main

Farmingdale
Thursdays, July 7, 21 & August 4, 18
Shop and dine along Main Street. Enjoy live music and more during Farmingdale Music on Main this summer! READ MORE

Concerts at Manorhaven Beach Park

Port Washington
Saturday July 9 - Thursday, August 25
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Concerts at North Hempstead Beach

Port Washington
Sunday, July 10 - Sunday, August 21
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Town of Oyster Bay’s Salute to America

Massapequa
Tuesday, July 12
Town of Oyster Bay residents are invited to honor veterans and active military with a musical tribute and spectacular fireworks display at Tobay Beach. The performance begins at 7:30pm and is followed by fireworks at 9:45pm. READ MORE

Darlene Graham’s “Singing at the Beach"

Various Hempstead Town Parks
Monday, July 25-Friday, July 29
Darlene Graham brings an interactive summer show for all audiences, sizes, and ages to Hempstead Town Parks/Pools this July. READ MORE

Concerts at the Jones Beach Bandshell

Wantagh
Saturday, August 6 - Friday, August 19
Sing and sway under the stars at the Jones Beach bandshell. Enjoy free parking at Field 4. READ MORE

Concerts at Clinton G. Martin Park

New Hyde Park
Saturday, August 13
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St. James
Friday, June 24 - Friday, August 19
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Smithtown's Family Concerts at Hoyt Farm

Commack
Sunday, June 26 - Sunday, August 7
The Smithtown Recreation Department has scheduled seven performances for this year's FREE concert series at Hoyt Farm. Bring chairs, picnic dinners, and enjoy the show. READ MORE

Babylon Summer Concert Series

Copaigue
Tuesday, June 28 - Wednesday, August 10
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Kings Park
Friday, July 1 - Friday, August 26
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Northport Community Band Concerts

Northport
Friday, July 1 - Friday, July 29
Northport Community Band Concerts will be held at the Bandshell in Village Park on Friday nights in July. READ MORE

Port Jefferson's Sunset Concerts & Children's Shows

Port Jefferson
Thursday, July 7 - Thursday, August 25
Concerts are held every Wednesday in July and August beginning at 6:30pm rain or shine in the area just east of Danford's and the ferry terminal. READ MORE

Nesconset Summer Concert Series

Nesconset
Tuesday, July 12 - Tuesday, August 30
The Nesconset Chamber of Commerce presents a summer concert series on Tuesday evenings at the Nesconset Gazebo on Smithtown Blvd. READ MORE

Bay Shore Brown-Bag Lunchtime Concerts

Bay Shore Brown-Bag Lunchtime Concerts
Tuesday, July 12-Tuesday, August 23
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Alive After 5 in Patchogue

Patchogue
Thursday, July 14 - Thursday, August 25
With stages of live music and entertainment, dozens of vendors, food trucks, activities, and auctions, there is literally something for everyone at this outdoor festival. READ MORE

Northport Harbor Family Nights

Northport
Tuesday, July 19 - Tuesday, July 26
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Northport Summerfest Concerts

Northport
Wednesday, August 3 - Wednesday, August 24
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Free Outdoor Summer Concerts on Long Island's East End

Montauk’s Free Outdoor Concerts on the Green

Montauk
Monday, June 27 - Monday, August 22
Presented by the Montauk Chamber of Commerce, the summer concert series is free to the public and features a variety of musicians. Catch a show every Monday at the Montauk Village Green beginning at 6:30pm in June and July and 6pm in August. READ MORE

Alive on 25 in Riverhead

Riverhead
Friday, July 1 - Friday, August 12
Riverhead's walkable downtown closes along Main Street for a street fair that includes live music, vendors, food, entertainment, and more.  READ MORE

Dances in the Park in Greenport Village

Greenport
Monday, July 4 - Monday, August 29
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Southampton Concerts at the Park

Southampton
Wednesday, July 6 - Wednesday, August 31
Each summer, SCC sponsors an extremely popular series of summer concerts in Agawam Park and at Coopers Beach.  READ MORE

Southold Summer Concerts

Southold
Wednesday, July 6 - Wednesday, August 31
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Places featured in this article:

North Hempstead Beach Park
Various Hempstead Town Parks
Robert W. Krueger Bandshell
Downtown Riverhead