The Hampton Classic celebrates its 50^th anniversary from August 24-31. Adding to its VIP experiences, the new Judge’s Box Lounge offers buffet stations, snacks and refreshments in the Chalet Tent, plus bar drinks for purchase and complimentary general admission parking. The $5,000 Citarella Open Jumper CSI2* and $32,000 CSI5* Two-Phase kick off the FEI equestrian competition on August 28. Southampton artist Mickey Paraskevas’s poster further commemorates the milestone. 240 Snake Hollow Road, Bridgehampton, N.Y., 11932.

https://www.hamptonclassic.com/

See “Joseph Hart: Life Paintings” (Halsey McKay, August 1-25), “Joel Mesler: Miles of Smiles” and “Mary Heilmann: Water Way” (Guild Hall, August 3-October 26), and the Ranch’s “Julius Von Bismarck: You Can Dance if You Willow” (August 9-September 27). Artists of Shelter Island (ArtSI) celebrates its 15^th annual Open Studios (August 16-17). “The Ark,” the Church’s group show of animal-themed sculptures, closes September 1. 79 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937. 158 Main Street, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937. 8 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk, N.Y., 11954. Multiple studios. 48 Madison Street, Sag Harbor, N.Y., 11963.

https://www.halseymckay.com/

https://www.guildhall.org/

https://theranch.art/

https://www.artsi.info/

https://www.thechurchsagharbor.org/

 

Courtesy of Halsey McKay 

Pianist Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner performs works by Ravel, Chopin and more (LongHouse Reserve, August 2), while Bridgehampton Chamber Music Summer Festival’s program spans Vivaldi’s Four Seasons to Paul Moravec’s world premiere (Bridgehampton Presbyterian Church and Channing Daughters Winery, August 3-17). Dance lovers can attend Hamptons Dance Project (Fireplace Lodge, August 8-10), and Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE company’s Guild Hall debut (August 24). Bay Street Theater presents “Bonnie & Clyde” through August 24, and laugh out loud with Chelsea Handler (Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, August 21-22). 133 Hands Creek Road, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937. 2429 Montauk Highway, Main Street, Bridgehampton, N.Y., 11932; 1927 Scuttle Hole Road, Bridgehampton, N.Y., 11932. Fireplace Lodge, Springs, N.Y., 11937. 158 Main Street, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937. 1 Long Wharf, Sag Harbor, N.Y., 11963. 76 Main Street, Westhampton Beach, N.Y., 11978.

https://longhouse.org/

https://www.bcmf.org/

https://hamptonsdanceproject.org/

https://www.guildhall.org/

https://www.baystreet.org/

https://whbpac.org/

 

Courtesy of LongHouse Reserve

New to Westhampton Beach, wellness hub Soundbody Hamptons offers myriad classes (Reformer Pilates, Infrared Sculpt), as well as sound healing and meditation. New York’s Kevyn Zeller Pilates+ brought her signature Core Collective Sessions and private sessions on handcrafted wooden equipment to East Hampton (above Sant Ambroeus). Electric Feminine: A Summer Dance & Fitness Series features RitmoFit XP’s live drumming (Southampton Arts Center, August 11). 135 Main Street, Westhampton Beach, N.Y., 11978. 66 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937. 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, N.Y., 11968.

https://soundbodyhamptons.com/

https://studio.kevynzeller.com/

https://www.southamptonartscenter.org/

 

Courtesy of Soundbody Hamptons

The Children’s Museum of the East End unveiled a state-of-the art playground with a fun forest. Guild Hall’s “Kidfest” features The Little Mermen—The Ultimate Disney Tribute Band (August 6), 123 Andrés (August 20), Music from Sole X Our Fabulous Variety Show (August 20) and Puppy Pals Live (August 27). East Hampton Fire Department delights with its annual fireworks display (Main Beach, August 16; rain date, August 17). 376 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton, N.Y., 11932. 158 Main Street, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937. 104 Ocean Avenue, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937.

https://www.cmee.org/en

https://www.guildhall.org/

https://www.easthamptonfiredepartment.org/

 

Courtesy of CMEE

Grab your best gals for Summer Ladies Night, a silent auction and Marfa Stance trunk show with Clam Bar bites benefiting Children’s Museum of the East End (private residence, August 6). It’s the event that bookworms wait all summer for:  East Hampton Library’s Authors Night kicks off with cocktails, followed by private dinners around town featuring notable literary guests, and its Free Children’s Fair (Herrick Park, August 9-10). Further support the Katz Institute for Women’s Health’s SHE: Summer Hamptons Evening (private residence, August 9); Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons’ Bow Wow Meow Ball with catering by Olivier Cheng and Loaves & Fishes, dancing, and the beloved animal parade (ARF, August 16), and Southampton Arts Center’s 10^th annual SummerFest gala honoring Christine Mack (August 23). Private residence. 67 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937. Private residence. 124 Daniels Hole Road, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937. 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, N.Y., 11968.

https://www.cmee.org/en

https://easthamptonlibrary.org/

https://give.northwell.edu/

https://arfhamptons.org/

https://www.southamptonartscenter.org/

https://arfhamptons.org/

 

Courtesy of ARF

Since people are always asking me about real estate and lifestyle matters, we introduced a light and fun monthly Q&A about all sorts of topics.

 

My thoughts on renting vs. owning a boat.

“I have owned various boats for most of my life. When my children were no longer living at home and we weren’t using the boat as much, my yacht broker son suggested that I sell my last boat. Joining Barton & Gray Mariners Club has been a life-changing experience, since I’m able to enjoy our region’s waterways on the finest built vessels. They operate out of ports throughout the East End and up and down the East Coast, including Newport R.I. (As many of you know, I also have a home in Newport, where I love to spend time with my four grandchildren, my son and his wife.”         

 

What advice would you give someone visiting the Hamptons for the first time?

“Spend a couple of weeks at a home base and then take separate days exploring the various villages, beaches, bays and cultural experiences. You will find the location that most resonates with your soul, and it will find you.”   

 

Is August slow for home searches, or is it an important time for uptick in interest in listing and buying homes?

“August is a solid month for viewing properties. I often advise sellers to list their home in early to mid-August to capture summer tenants and visitors and take advantage of that window of time before everyone heads back to their daily lives in September with the distractions of children, family, work projects and holidays. Don’t wait until fall.”         

  

My go-to stores and services for necessities from groceries to entertaining.

“The farm stands on the East End have an abundance of fresh produce, and the local tomatoes are just starting to pour in. My wife has a special spot for heirlooms, which truly are the best in the region. For quality prepared foods, we like Loaves and Fishes, Round Swamp Farm, SALT, L & W Market, the Clamman, Catena’s, Amber Waves Farm and the Sagaponack General Store. If you need catering on a small or large scale for events, backyard family barbecues and beach parties, my brother Keith and the Golden Pear do a superb job of serving high-quality food with a beautiful presentation.”         

 

My August agenda.

“In the midst of some beautiful weather, house showings, contract signings, enjoying Barton & Gray boats, dining at Duryea’s Orient and Minnow, and sunset dinners at home, I’m focused on our grandchildren coming to town on the 8^th for a week.”  

 

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TOWNHOUSE | 8 BR | 9F 1H BA | .06 ACRES
$17,900,000 | WEB ID: 913840

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COTTAGE | 4 BR | 3 BA | 1.00 ACRES
$5,995,000 | WEB ID: 923569

Classic Shingle-Style Seaside Retreat on Peconic Bay

Discover this timeless 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom shingle-style “cottage” nestled on 1 acre with stunning bluff-top views over Peconic Bay. Built in 1979 and offering 3,800 square feet of living space, this gracious home combines classic coastal charm with modern amenities. Enjoy a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle with a gunite, heated in-ground pool, expansive rolling lawn, and breathtaking bay-view sunset vistas. Located in the exclusive Whalebone Landing enclave where residents benefit from community tennis courts and private water view living between Southampton and Sag Harbor. A rare opportunity to own a prime piece of the Hamptons.

Fourth of July in the Hamptons: A Guide to Fireworks, Parades and Parties

The Fourth of July in the Hamptons and on the East End is practically a season unto itself, lasting more than two weeks and spanning three weekends. The holiday kicks off on Thursday, June 27 and wraps up on about July 14.

 

Start with Village of Southampton’s legendary, old-fashioned Fourth of July parade down Main Street.

https://southamptonvillage.org/DocumentCenter/View/2226/Fourth-of-July-Flyer-2025

 

Stars Over Montauk Fireworks Viewing Cruise

July 4, 2025 6:00pm–10:00pm  Viking Fishing Fleet. 462 W Lake Dr. Montauk, NY 11954

 

Sag Harbor Yacht Club’s John A. Ward Independence Day Fireworks (July 5).

https://sagharboryachtclub.com/events/fireworks

 

Come out for country night with Jettykoon band

(The Clubhouse Hamptons, July 4). 174 Daniels Hole Road, East Hampton, N.Y., 11937.

https://clubhousehamptons.com/events/

 

New York DJ Renata do Valle spins an afternoon set with food and drink specials

(Canoe Place Inn, July 4). 239 East Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, N.Y., 11946.

4th of July at Canoe Place Featuring DJ Renata do Valle

 

Baron’s Cove hosts musician Brad Penuel’s Friday Night Traditional

(July 4). 31 West Water Street, Sag Harbor, N.Y., 11963.

https://www.caperesorts.com/cape-may-activities/east-end/friday-night-traditional-at-barons-cove

 

Nylon Presents Hugel

(The Surf Lodge, July 4). 183 Edgemere Street, Montauk, N.Y., 11954.

https://www.nylon.com/the-surf-lodge

 

Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa packs in a full weekend of kids’ activities, wellness classes, dj tunes, beach bonfires and more.

290 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk, N.Y., 11954.

https://www.gurneysresorts.com/montauk/amenities/seawater-spa

 

Browse booths at Bridgehampton Art Affair

(Bridgehampton Museum, July 4-6).

2539 Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton, N.Y., 11932.

https://www.bridgehamptonmuseum.org/event-details/bridgehampton-art-affair-2025-07-04-12-00

 

The Southampton History Museum hosts its Halsey House Gala

(Halsey House & Garden, July 5). 249 South Main Street, Southampton, N.Y., 11968.

https://www.southamptonhistory.org/hhg

 

Sip red and white wines and craft beer during Dan’s “Red, White + Brews”

(Southampton Arts Center, July 5). 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, N.Y., 11968.

https://www.southamptonartscenter.org/events-1/kids-ramblin-dans-freewheelin-band-wktsd-pxp67-5jh5h

 

Check out Southampton Arts Center’s

“Independency: The American Flag at 250 Years,” combining select historic flags from the collection of John Monsky alongside the work of abstract painter Sean Scully. 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, N.Y., 11968.

https://www.southamptonartscenter.org/exhibitions