By Rachel Feinblatt and Ella Chakarian By Rachel Feinblatt and Ella Chakarian | July 23, 2021 | Lifestyle, Feature,
Ready for some summer fun? Here are the best summer festivals in the Hamptons.
There is never a shortage of must-see events to attend in the East End. To narrow your choices down, we've curated a guide to some of the buzziest festivals and fairs taking place in the Hamptons and Long Island. From art shows with iconic exhibitions from around the globe to music festivals with star-studded lineups, these are the five best summer festivals to attend this season.
This Labor Day weekend, the art event of the season will be taking over the Southampton Art Center. For fine arts connoisseurs and appreciators alike, the fair will celebrate the East End's flourishing art scene and history from September 2 until the 5. The event marks the only international art fair staged in an esteemed art museum and gallery, making it an exclusive, semi-private boutique exhibition not to be missed by Hamptonites. Visitors can expect to find 70 select galleries from across the world, over 400 artists on display with a focus on Black and emerging artists and a wide range of media, from paintings and prints to sculptures and photography. Each day, awardee receptions and panel discussions will take place, with expert-led tours throughout the weekend. September 2 through 5, 25 Jobs Lane
Returning to The Bridgehampton Museum in August, Market Art + Design is bringing 80 top galleries to the East End. Featuring the best of modern and contemporary art and design, the fair will run from August 12 until the 15. The fair offers exclusive entry for select VIPs, with public hours ranging from morning to evening on August 13, 14 and 15. With the gallery list still in formation, the event is slated to include exhibitions from Galerie L'Atelier, JD Gallery, Lawrence Fine Art and more pristine showings from creators and makers around the globe. August 12 through 15, 2368 Montauk Hwy
Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater will host the East End’s favorite music festival. The Long Island Music Festival 2021 is excited about its killer lineup, with three performances that will make you realize how much you really missed the thrill of live music. Famed singer-songwriter, record producer, model and actress Ashanti will rock the stage with some of her favorite pop tunes. With years of experience in the music industry, Ja Rule will rap some of his greatest hits as well. Fabolous, the native New Yorker, will drop a sick beat with his unbeatable lyrics. These three performers know how to get a crowd on their feet, celebrating the return of music festivals. Sept. 11, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville
One of the top evening soirees of the summer in the Hamptons, Dan's Taste of Two Forks is set to take place on August 21 and 22. Marking its 10th annual event, the food festival is celebrating the top wineries and restaurants that the North and South Forks have to offer. Event-goers will enjoy unparalleled fare from a range of chefs along with wine, craft beer, cocktails and live music to dance the evening away to. Tickets beginning at $150 for general admission and $250 for VIP admission can be purchased online. August 21 through 22, 60 Millstone Road
Calling all country music lovers: The Fest is back this summer, celebrating 10 years of live jams. Lee Brice, Ryan Hurd, Dillon Carmichael and Hannah Ellis all rock the stage Saturday night, while Old Dominion and other special singers bring their ardor for country music to the Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater Sunday. Two days and too good to miss, this August special will bring out the cowgirl and cowboy boots and hat, too. August 28 through 29, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville
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