The East End of Long Island is a great place to paddleboard and kayak. You can take a kayak tour and learn about the history and wildlife or explore a nearby harbor or river in any of our towns. There are several tour and rental places offering a variety of services for paddlers of all ages and abilities, even unique moonlight tours! Whether you are looking for a guided tour, or simply want to enjoy a leisurely day on the water, the East End has it all.
To plan your getaway in our East End towns (East Hampton, Montauk, Riverhead, Shelter Island, Southampton and Southold), visit eastendgetaway.com, your destination guide for all things on the East End Al Fresco.
Cruise night is a FAMILY-ORIENTED, KID-FRIENDLY event. You can visit the Shoppes, enjoy a bite to eat. Then check out the fine array of classic cars. They will be collecting donations for Veterans Food Pantry Association
Ruggero’s Family Style Restaurant open for Dine in or Out from til 9:00pm
Alive on 25 is a walkable, pop-up summer street festival in Downtown Riverhead offering live music on multiple stages, car show, local craft beverages, outdoor dining, Long Island artists, performers and street vendors.
This is where the east end comes ALIVEbetween Long Island’s Hamptons and North Fork!
Be part of the Paddle Battle Long Island Race to Save the Sea Turtles! Join either the 2.5 mile recreational race or the 5 mile competitive race! Bring your friends and family for support! They can cheer you on at the start and finish line where they will be in full view.
This fun filled day of races will help raise money for the New York Marine Rescue Center! Medals will be given out to first place winners in each age category for each respective class and race distance.
The Village of Greenport presents Dances in the Park, free live concerts on the boardwalk. Bring your lawn chairs and beach towels and dancing shoes!
2023 Summer Line-up: August 7 – Foster Europe featuring The Second Hands August 14 – Southbound August 21 – REEB (Real East End Brass) August 28 – The Hoodoo Loungers
PLAN AHEAD
Sail on KALMAR NYCKEL, The Tall Ship of Delaware, from the Village of Greenport
Adventure awaits when you take a 2.5-hour day or evening sail. Haul lines, set sails & hear tales from the crew, or simply relax & enjoy the ship. Discover the remarkable story behind KALMAR NYCKEL, a full-scale replica of the 1638 Swedish merchant ship.
Limited tickets are available online or by calling 302.429.7447 Advance reservations highly recommended.
$65/adult and $40/child ages 12 & younger. Sails depart from the railroad dock. Parking at 104 Fourth Street, Greenport, NY.
Year RoundYour Next Amazing Getaway Could Be On The Beautiful East End of Long Island! We're Not Just Your Weekend Destination Anymore. No Matter the Season, There is a Reason to...End Up Here!
East End Tourism Board of Directors 2023:
Bryan DeLuca - President
Paul Monte - Vice President
Steve Bate - Secretary
Michael Ciaramella Jennifer Fowkes Jessica Insalaco Connie Losandro Kristen Reyes Lisa Sannino
Support provided by Market NY through I LOVE NY/ New York State’s Division of Tourism as a part of the Regional Economic Development Council awards, through partnerships with East End Tourism Alliance (EETA) and Discover Long Island.
