The Amazing Monarch Butterfly
A hands-on outdoor program at a county park exploring the monarch's life cycle, perfect for curious kids and parents alike.
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Things to Do in Patchogue This Weekend
This weekend in Patchogue (August 6 to 9): The Amazing Monarch Butterfly at Avery Homestead County Park (Saturday 12:30PM); Black Tooth Grin & Bloody Sabbath at 89 North Music Venue (Friday 7:00PM); Anthony Pennino at Drift 82 (Thursday 5:30PM), plus 13 more picks below.
Events for the weekend of August 6 to 9, 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 Patchogue this weekend.
For Families
For Families in Patchogue this weekend: The Amazing Monarch Butterfly at Avery Homestead County Park (Saturday 12:30PM).
Date Night & Nightlife
Date Night & Nightlife in Patchogue this weekend: Black Tooth Grin & Bloody Sabbath at 89 North Music Venue (Friday 7:00PM).
Black Tooth Grin & Bloody Sabbath
A loud, high-energy tribute night of Pantera and Black Sabbath for couples who like their date nights turned up.
Free & Affordable
Free & Affordable in Patchogue this weekend: Anthony Pennino at Drift 82 (Thursday 5:30PM); Graceland Gate at Daisy's Nashville Lounge (Sunday 2:00PM).
Anthony Pennino
Live riverside music to open the weekend at Drift 82.
Graceland Gate
An Elvis-flavored Sunday afternoon set to wind the weekend down with some rock-and-roll nostalgia.
Around the Community
Around the Community in Patchogue this weekend: LI Cares Farm to Truck Fresh Food Distribution Event at Patchogue-Medford Library (Friday 11:00AM).
LI Cares Farm to Truck Fresh Food Distribution Event
Free fresh-food distribution from Long Island Cares at the library, no registration needed — arrive at 11 AM at 54-60 East Main St, Patchogue.
Also Happening This Weekend
Also Happening This Weekend in Patchogue: Lisa Polizzi Jam at Daisy's Nashville Lounge (Thursday 7:00PM); Urban Acoustic at The Oar Steak & Seafood Grill (Friday 6:30PM); Hot Banana at Daisy's Nashville Lounge (Friday 7:00PM).
Lisa Polizzi Jam
An open jam session at Daisy's.
Urban Acoustic
Acoustic sets on the Patchogue harbor deck.
Hot Banana
Friday night live music at Daisy's.
Mesha
Saturday riverside music at Drift 82.
Mac Attack
Saturday night harbor music at The Oar.
The Doorz, Eclipse, Day Trippers
A triple bill of Doors, classic-rock, and Beatles tributes.
Hopelessly Olivia
An Olivia Newton-John-flavored Saturday set at Daisy's.
Fitz & Groney
Live music and barbecue at Patchogue's Bobbique.
Vavo Music Live at Dublin Deck / VAVO Summer Concert Series
A summer concert on the tiki-bar deck by the water.
Mixed Vibes
Sunday riverside music at Drift 82.
Festival Ecuatoriano
A celebration of Ecuadorian culture, music, and food.
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