Throughout Long Island, there are summer concerts, and many are free. So take your pick, bring blankets or chairs, sit back and listen to music ranging from classical to classic rock and everything in between.
Babylon: Free Summer Concerts and Movies
From Tanner Park to Overlook Beach and other locations, the Town of Babylon presents a series of free summer concerts, as well as free movies. For more information, visit the​ Town of Babylon Free Summer Concerts and Movies page.
Clark Botanic Garden: Free Summer Concerts
Bring a blanket or chair, sit back and enjoy the lush scenery of Clark Botanic Garden while listening to free summer concerts or watching a show for the kids. For more information, visit the Clark Botanic Garden Free Summer Concerts webpage.
Deer Park: Free Concerts at Tanger Outlets at the Arches
Relax after shopping at Tanger Outlets at the Arches and listen to some great music, all for free. You can easily find more information about the free summer concerts at Tanger Outlets at the Arches.
Dix Hills: Free Concerts at DHPAC
Although you usually need to pay for tickets to most concerts at the Dix Hills Performing Arts Center at Five Towns College, there are several free concerts during the summer.
Glen Cove: Downtown Sounds
Every Friday night during the delightfully warm months of July and August, the downtown Village Square Plaza, at the intersection of Glen Street and Bridge Street in Glen Cove, will provide the backdrop for free musical evenings. The concerts span musical genres including rhythm and blues, rock, folk, salsa, jazz, and other genres. Visit the website for more information.
Glen Cove: Morgan Park Free Summer Music Festival
From swing to jazz to tribute bands, there's something for the whole family at Morgan Park in Glen Cove.
Jones Beach: Free Concerts at the Jones Beach Boardwalk Bandshell
From Latin Music and Dance nights to Kids' Nights, heavy metal and more, there's a wealth of opportunities to hear free music at the Jones Beach Boardwalk Bandshell, which opened for business in 2017.
Kings Park: Musical Moments
From pop to country and salsa to cool jazz, Kings Park's free concerts have much to offer. For more information, visit the Facebook page.
Lake Grove: Smith Haven Mall
From July through the beginning of September, the Lake Grove's Smith Haven Mall popular shopping center offers free outdoor music to the public.
Lindenhurst: Free Summer Concerts
Free concerts in Lindenhurst's Village Square Park (corner of Wellwood and Hoffman Avenues) will bring great music to your summer evenings.
Long Beach: Free Summer Concerts in the Park
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Enjoy sun, sand, and music on Long Beach, all for free.
Montauk: Free Monday Night Concerts
Every Monday night during the summer, you can enjoy free concerts on the Green at the Gazebo in Montauk.
North Hempstead: Sunday Afternoons at the Beach Concerts
Every summer, there is free Town of North Hempstead concerts. From Port Washington to Manhasset, New Hyde Park and more, there's a wide variety of venues and musical genres.
North Hempstead: Free Beachfest and Children's Kidstock
The whole family will enjoy this North Hempstead's free children's summer festival, which includes music, magic and more.
Northport: Free Summer Concerts and Family Nights
From jazz to rock and more, plus family fun including scavenger hunts and contests, Northport Harbor Family Nights, and Summerfest Concerts will delight all ages.
Oyster Bay: Free Summer Concerts and Movies
Come to the town of Oyster Bay for free concerts and movies. Bring a blanket or a comfortable chair and listen to a variety of musical groups and watch your favorite classic movies.
Port Jefferson: Free Summer Concerts and Movies
Located on a harbor in Suffolk County, Port Jefferson is a lovely town with many summer activities. From free concerts to boating events and more, there's plenty of free fun in Port Jeff during the summer.
Sag Harbor: Free Summer Concerts
Every Tuesday evening throughout July and August, enjoy free concerts in Sag Harbor.
Sayville: Wednesdays in the Park Free Summer Concerts
During July and August, enjoy free outdoor concerts at Common Ground, at Rotary Park in Sayville.
Southampton: Concerts in the Park Summer Concerts
This annual series of summer concerts are held in Agawam Park and Coopers Beach. Free summer concerts in the park are organized by the Southampton Cultural Center.
Southold: Free Summer Concerts
Southold's FREE Summer Showcase features concerts throughout most of the summer, held at the Town Green, Silversmith's Corner.
Stony Brook: Free Sunday Summer Concerts
The Ward Melville Heritage Organization presents free Sunday Summer Concerts on the Stony Brook Village Green. Check the website for more details.
Village of Westbury: Evening Concerts at Piazza Ernesto Strada
Bring a comfy chair and relax while listening to free music in Piazza Ernesto Strada, aka Village of Westbury Square.
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