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Things to Do in Bay Shore This Weekend

This weekend in Bay Shore (July 23 to 26): The Doobie Others – A Tribute to The Doobie Brothers at Boulton Center for the Performing Arts (Saturday 8:00PM); Under The Big Tent Festival at Greater Bay Shore Chamber of Commerce (Saturday 12:00PM); Acoustic Steve (Walker Beach Family Nights) (Thursday 6:00PM), plus 9 more picks below.

Events for the weekend of July 23 to 26, 2026

Every week we read through everything happening across the South Shore and keep only what is actually worth your time. Here is what is on in Bay Shore this weekend.

This Weekend's Top Picks

This Weekend's Top Picks in Bay Shore: The Doobie Others – A Tribute to The Doobie Brothers at Boulton Center for the Performing Arts (Saturday 8:00PM); Under The Big Tent Festival at Greater Bay Shore Chamber of Commerce (Saturday 12:00PM).

The Doobie Others – A Tribute to The Doobie Brothers

Saturday, July 25, 8:00PM  |  Boulton Center for the Performing Arts, Bay Shore

A note-perfect celebration of the Doobie Brothers' catalog brings big harmonies and Saturday-night rock energy to Bay Shore's premier listening room.

Under The Big Tent Festival

Saturday, July 25, 12:00PM  |  Greater Bay Shore Chamber of Commerce  |  Free

A community tent event in downtown Bay Shore.

For Families

For Families in Bay Shore this weekend: Acoustic Steve (Walker Beach Family Nights) (Thursday 6:00PM).

Acoustic Steve (Walker Beach Family Nights)

Thursday, July 23, 6:00PM  |  Walker Beach, Brightwaters

Brightwaters' beloved Walker Beach Family Nights returns with live acoustic music and a laid-back sunset-by-the-bay vibe the whole family can settle into.

Date Night & Nightlife

Date Night & Nightlife in Bay Shore this weekend: Pieces by Patch Paint & Sip at Fire Island Vines (Friday 6:00PM).

Pieces by Patch Paint & Sip

Friday, July 24, 6:00PM  |  Fire Island Vines, Bay Shore  |  $$

$50 | An intimate guided paint-and-sip evening at Fire Island Vines pairs a glass of wine with a creative night out made for couples.

Free & Affordable

Free & Affordable in Bay Shore this weekend: Live Band Karaoke with The Roadhouse Crew at Kitty Mulligan's (Thursday 7:30PM); Anthony and Julia at Great South Bay Brewery (Saturday 2:00PM); Christmas in July with Rorie Kelly at Take Two Brewery (Saturday 4:00PM).

Anthony and Julia

Saturday, July 25, 2:00PM  |  Great South Bay Brewery, Bay Shore

A free afternoon acoustic duo set in Great South Bay Brewery's beer garden makes for the perfect low-key Saturday hang.

Christmas in July with Rorie Kelly

Saturday, July 25, 4:00PM  |  Take Two Brewery, Bay Shore

A playful Christmas-in-July afternoon set from singer-songwriter Rorie Kelly brings festive fun to Take Two's taproom.

Also Happening This Weekend

Also Happening This Weekend in Bay Shore: Bella Mia Cafe: Gelato Social at Greater Bay Shore Chamber (Thursday 6:30PM); GSB Music in Bay Shore at Greater Bay Shore Chamber of Commerce (Saturday 2:00PM); Light & Pour: A Luxury Candle-Making Experience at 75 Circle Dr (Saturday 2:00PM).

Bella Mia Cafe: Gelato Social

Thursday, July 23, 6:30PM  |  Greater Bay Shore Chamber

A sweet community gelato social hosted by Bella Mia Cafe.

GSB Music in Bay Shore

Saturday, July 25, 2:00PM  |  Greater Bay Shore Chamber of Commerce

Live music in downtown Bay Shore.

Yappy Hour Adoption Event

Sunday, July 26, 2:00PM  |  Take Two Brewery, Bay Shore  |  Free

Meet adoptable dogs over a pint at Take Two Brewery.

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