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SPARK’s Weekend Guide: Hamptons & East End Events (June 18–21, 2026)
From the U.S. Open to Much Ado About Madoo, live music, art openings, and markets, fairs and community traditions—your guide to can’t-miss Hamptons events, June 18–21, 2026.
East End Weekend Guide
June 18–21 | Hamptons & Shelter Island
U.S. Open Championship — Southampton
Thursday–Sunday, June 18–21
Time: 7 a.m. daily
Price: Various
Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton hosts the world’s best golfers as the U.S. Open returns to the East End. Even without a ticket, Southampton is buzzing with championship energy all weekend.
Website: usopen.com
Much Ado About Madoo — Sagaponack
Saturday, June 20
Time: Garden market, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; benefit cocktail party, 5–8 p.m.
Price: Free–$450+
A signature Hamptons summer tradition at Madoo Conservancy in Sagaponack featuring a curated garden market, art, shopping and a benefit cocktail party honoring the Foster family.
Hamptons Pride Party at LongHouse Reserve — East Hampton
Saturday, June 20
Time: 5–8 p.m.
Price: From $175
Cocktails, DJ sets and a “Served With Pride” art auction featuring more than 40 local artists. Proceeds support Hamptons Pride programming year-round.
Website:
Live music & theater
The Robert Cray Band — Westhampton Beach
Friday, June 19
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Price: $92–$121
Five-time-Grammy winner and Blues legend Robert Cray returns to Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center for one night only. Don’t miss this entertaining music icon, soul man, and rock and roller.
Mister Halston — Sag Harbor
June 18–21
Time: Various
Price: $59 – $129.99
Last weekend to catch Bay Street Theater’s world premiere of a new play exploring the life and legacy of fashion designer Halston.
Talks & Books
Padma Lakshmi in conversation with Florence Fabricant — East Hampton
Sunday, June 21
Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Price: $46–$60
Guild Hall in East Hampton launches its “Stirring the Pot” series with Padma Lakshmi discussing her latest cookbook, followed by a signing and breakfast.
Marc Shaiman: Never Mind the Happy — East Hampton
Sunday, June 21
Time: 7–8:30 p.m.
Price: $65
Tony, Grammy and Emmy winner Marc Shaiman discusses his memoir at Guild Hall in East Hampton with Susan Stroman and special guest Robyn Hurder.
Arts & culture
Team Spirit Group Exhibition at Stella Flame Gallery — Bridgehampton
Saturday, June 20
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Price: Free
Opening reception of Team Spirit, a dynamic group exhibition celebrating the power of individual vision within a collective conversation featuring gallery artists and jewelers.
This Land: Considering the American Landscape — Sag Harbor
Saturday, June 20
Time: 6–7:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Opening reception at The Church in Sag Harbor exploring American landscape art ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Sculpture @ Sylvester Manor: [R]evolution — Shelter Island
Thursday–Sunday
Time: From 9 a.m.
Price: Free
Outdoor sculpture exhibition across Sylvester Manor on Shelter Island featuring large-scale works by East End artists.
Food & nightlife
25th Anniversary Rosé Dinner at Almond — Bridgehampton
Thursday, June 18
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Price: Reservations required
Almond in Bridgehampton celebrates 25 years with Channing Daughters for a five-course rosé pairing dinner.
Drag Bingo at Frankie’s Fabulous Italiano Italian — East Hampton
Thursday, June 18
Time: 8–9:30 p.m.
Price: Free entry; bingo cards extra; bring tips for the queens
A weekly nightlife favorite featuring drag performances, bingo and rotating East End venues. Expect comedy, prizes and fabulous competitive games. Never a drag.
Markets & community
Father’s Day Weekend Arts & Crafts fair — Sag Harbor
Saturday–Sunday, June 20–21
Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Price: Free
Marine Park in Sag Harbor hosts more than 60 artists and makers offering art, jewelry, photography and handmade goods.
HUB Home Parking Lot Estate Sale — Bridgehampton
Friday –Sunday, June 19–21
Time: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Price: Free
Shop furniture, decor, art, rugs, lighting, kitchen, office and more at this mega estate sale over three days in Bridgehampton on Montauk Highway.
Hampton Flea + Vintage — Bridgehampton
Saturday, June 20
Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Price: Free
Rotating Hamptons market featuring more than 50 curated vendors with vintage finds and handmade goods. At the Bridgehampton Museum on Saturday.
Juneteenth: Literacy Nook at the Bridgehampton Child Care & Recreation Center — Bridgehampton
Saturday, June 20
Time: 3–6 p.m.
Price: Free
A celebration of noted Black authors, visual artists, and community voices with works that uplift and honor a rich. literary experience, featuring Tiffany D. Cross, as special guest. Live readings, discussions, book signings, vendors, featured authors and curated displays.
The Art of Optimism: LTV Membership Launch Party — Wainscott
Sunday, June 21
Time: 3–7 p.m.
Price: Free
LTV Studios in Water Mill unveils Dan Welden’s Optimistic Sphere alongside a membership launch featuring art and performances.
