Spark Hamptons Event Picks Jan. 14–18 | Music, Art & Outdoors

G.E. Smith performing with Larry Campbell and Jim Weider at The Suffolk,. Masters of the Telecaster, Photo courtesy of The Suffolk

Looking for the best things to do on the East End this week? From live music with G.E. Smith and Nancy Atlas to late-night art sessions, a celebration of dance legend Martha Graham, and a winter seal walk, East Hampton, Sag Harbor, Westhampton and Riverhead are buzzing with events Jan. 14–18, 2026. Discover concerts, theater, creative workshops, exhibits, and outdoor adventures perfect for locals and visitors alike.

Music & Performance

Masters of the Telecaster: G.E. Smith, Larry Campbell, and Jim Weider
Fri., Jan. 16, 8 p.m. | $66–$86
The Suffolk, xxx Main St., Riverhead, NY

G.E. Smith performing with Larry Campbell and Jim Weider at The Suffolk,. Masters of the Telecaster, Photo courtesy of The Suffolk

Three rock guitar masters jam together for a night of Blues & Roots Rock ’n’ Roll, performing tunes inspired by Roy Buchanan, Little Richard, Sam Cooke, Steve Winwood, Bo Diddley, the Rolling Stones, and more.

Nancy Atlas & Brian Mitchell: The Fireside Sessions
Sat., Jan. 17, 8 p.m.
Bay Street Theater, 1 Long Wharf, Sag Harbor, NY (baystreet.org)

Nancy Atlas and Brian Mitchell bring a bluesy, soulful sound to The Fireside Sessions at Bay Street Theater. Photo courtesy of Bay Street Theater

The Fireside Sessions sell out quickly. This week features powerhouse vocalist Nancy Atlas and bandleader Brian Mitchell, who has collaborated with Bob Dylan, Levon Helm, Dolly Parton, and B.B. King. Expect a soulful, bluesy, and Americana-filled evening.

Life of Pi
Sat., Jan. 17, 7–9:30 p.m.
Guild Hall, 158 Main St., East Hampton, NY

‘Life of Pi’ at Guild Hall brings the best-selling novel to life with stunning visuals and storytelling. Photo courtesy of Guild Hall

A visually stunning stage adaptation of the best-selling novel combines puppetry, magic, and storytelling in an Olivier Award-winning performance.

Art & Writing

Late Nite Studio Art Club
Wed., Jan. 14, 9 p.m.
Ashawagh Hall, xxx Springs Fireplace Rd., East Hampton, NY
Email: ashawaghart@gmail.com @latenightstudioart

Nite owls and creatives head over to Ashawagh Hall for a creative session on Friday, Jan. 16 2026. Photo courtesy of @latenightstudioart

Open to all artists and crafters. Bring your own supplies and join fellow night owls for a few hours of creativity each month. Next session is Feb. 11.

Adult Writing Workshop
Thurs., Jan. 15, 6 p.m.
John Jermain Library, 201 Main St., Sag Harbor, NY (johnjermain.library.com)

Find your voice and get feedback from fellow writers at this adult workshop at the John Jermain Library in Sag Harbor. Photo courtesy of John Jermain Library

Led by Mira Johnson, this supportive creative writing workshop welcomes all skill levels. Learn writing techniques, find your voice, and connect with other writers. Continues Thursdays through Feb. 26.

Exhibits

Exhibit Opening Reception: Martha Graham Collaboration
Sat., Jan. 18, 6–7:30 p.m.
The Church, 48 Madison St., Sag Harbor, NY (thechurchsagharbor.org)

Martha Graham in ‘Frontier,’ 1937. Photo by Robert Fraser. Courtesy of Martha Graham Resources.

Free and open to the public. The winter exhibition celebrates Martha Graham collaborations that shaped groundbreaking innovations in dance, sculpture, lighting, and design. Curated by Oliver Tobin, it honors Graham’s legacy on the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Martha Graham Dance Company, The Church’s first-ever artists in residence.

Outdoors

Seal Walk with SOFO
Sun., Jan. 18, 1 p.m. | Free for members, $5 for non-members
Westhampton, NY (sofo.org)

SOFO seal walk promises to be an adventure on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026 in West Hampton. Photo by Ron Gruber

Join a guided winter walk led by SOFO Environmental Educator Rebecca Rogers. Spot harbor seals, gray seals, and harp seals visiting Long Island in search of food. Suitable for adults and children ages 8+. Advanced reservations required.

NYSOA Annual Winter Water Fowl Count
Sat., Jan. 17, dawn to dusk,
Montauk to Shinnecock

Help count the waterfowl population wintering on the East End. Photo courtesy of SOFO

To assess the once plentiful but slowly diminishing water fowl population wintering on Long Island, come help record the number of overwintering waterfowl, sponsored by the New York State Ornithological Association (NYSOA). If you are an experienced or intermediate birder and wish to participate in the count, call Count Leader Frank Quevedo at 631-537-9735. The program is free.