A 2026 Guide to Summer in the Hamptons

Here's what to do in June, July, and August + new openings this summer

Summer is here — and if you’re heading Out East, you’re in the right place. Each week through Labor Day, I’ll be sharing what’s happening in the Hamptons. This week: the can’t-miss events of the season plus the newest and hottest summer openings. Not an Out East person? Update your preferences below to stick to NYC only. I’ll be back to NYC weekly content in September.

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• Reminder: Father’s Day is coming up next weekend— here’s your planning guide

• All my favorite June happenings Out East in this newsletter

• Here are two other additional events in June I didn’t cover that are very much worth highlighting:

  • The LVIS Fair: June 13, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (this weekend!) A beloved East Hampton tradition since 1896. Pony rides, a carousel, vintage clothing, plants and flowers, food, live music, and a silent auction, all on the grounds of 95 Main Street in East Hampton. Free to attend

  • Feed Foundation x Amber Waves Fête: June 27. A beautiful way to kick off the summer — Amber Waves Farm is hosting a family fête benefiting the FEED Foundation, with wood-fired pizzas, local drinks, live music, and kid-friendly activities from 4:30–7:30 p.m.

• Southampton Village 4th of July Parade: Saturday, July 4, 10 a.m. One of Long Island’s oldest and largest 4th of July parades. Route runs from Railroad Plaza down Main Street to Agawam Park. It’s hands-down our family’s favorite day of the summer. Fireworks at 7 p.m.

• Hamptons Fine Art Fair: Thursday, July 9 through Sunday, July 12 at the Southampton Fairgrounds. Now in its 19th year with 140 galleries — Forbes named it one of only three U.S. art fairs worth traveling for.

• Clamshell Foundation Fireworks over Three Mile Harbor: Saturday, July 11, around 9 p.m. (rain date July 12). A nearly five-decade East Hampton tradition — originally hosted by George Plimpton — always scheduled for the first Saturday after Bastille Day.

• CMEE’s 16th Annual Family Fair: Saturday, July 18, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CMEE’s marquee event and the Hamptons’ biggest family party. This year’s theme: Endless Summer. Tickets start at $125.

• Polo Hamptons 2026: Saturday, July 18 AND Saturday, July 25, 4–7 p.m. at 900 Lumber Lane. Tickets have sold out in the past, and not sold at the door.

• Parrish Art Museum Midsummer Gala — “A Night in the Clouds”: Saturday, July 18. Dinner 6–9 p.m.; Afterglow Party 9 p.m.–midnight. One of the most anticipated benefits of the season.

• The Watermill Center Annual Summer Benefit: Late July (2026 date TBC). Conceived by Robert Wilson as a theatrical production with site-specific installations and performances across the 8.5-acre grounds.

• East Hampton Art and Design Days: July 9–12. Four days of private house and garden tours, design panels, book signings, and pop-up shopping throughout East Hampton, with an all-star lineup that includes Charlotte Moss, Tom Scheerer, Amy Astley, and Aerin Lauder.

• Sag Harbor Fire Department Annual Carnival: Early August at Havens Beach (historically the first week, will update you once I have a date). Insider tip: arrive before 5 p.m. and bring cash. Don’t miss the fireworks.

• Guild Hall 2026 Summer Gala: Friday, August 7, 6–11 p.m. Guild Hall's biggest night of the summer — cocktails, dinner, and live entertainment in the museum and gardens.

• 22nd Annual Authors Night: Saturday, August 8, 5 p.m. at Herrick Park. 100 authors under the tent, followed by dinner parties at private homes at 8 p.m.

• East Hampton Fire Department Main Beach Fireworks: Mid-to-late August at Main Beach (2026 date TBC; traditionally the third Saturday). A 100+ year tradition. Arrive early with a blanket; parking is first-come, first-served.

• Hampton Classic Horse Show: Sunday, August 23 through Sunday, August 30. World-class show jumping, 80+ boutiques, gourmet food stands, and kids’ activities. Grand Prix Sunday closes out the summer.

Here are some summer purchases I’m eyeing this week for me and the kids:

• These sandals — the blue! And for the kids, does it get any cuter than these!?

• I love the idea of this camera to document fun summer memories

• My kids have big backyard movie night aspirations this summer so I’m thinking about screen with this projector

• I just ordered this hat and cannot wait for it to arrive, Janessa Leoné nailed the shape once again

• Here’s my idea of the perfect easy breezy dress I’ll be living in all summer

• ….paired with some fun colorful jewelry with gorgeous pieces from Lizzie Fortunato. I adore this necklace, this one, and these earrings

• And speaking of fun jewels, the Ossa phone cases and wristlets are excellent, how great is this one and this one?!

The new openings list this summer out east is impressive — restaurants, shops, hotels, markets, and more. Here’s what I’m excited to explore this summer that new, fresh and fun. I’ll keep adding as the season unfolds. Sun emojis mark my personal must-visits:

WESTHAMPTON:

• Pop Up Bagels (Restaurant) Legendary bagel spot that’s worth the hype

• Citarella (Market) The gourmet grocer’s 4th East End location, and further confirming Westhampton is growing!

SOUTHAMPTON:

• Maison Close (Restaurant) Parisian-inspired, seafood-forward French dining at The Capri Southampton

• Finley's Fiction (Shop) The beloved Shelter Island indie now has a Southampton outpost on Jobs Lane, stocked with best sellers, non-fiction, kids' books, and small gifts. Saturday morning story time for kids is a nice touch.

SAG HARBOR:

• ☀️☀️ Babe’s Diner (Restaurant) The buzziest opening of the summer. All-day diner from in the former Nikki’s Not Dogs space. Only 20 seats, no reservations

• Miracle (Restaurant) In the former Vin Sur Vingt space. Elevated American with English pub vibes

• Zagara at Faraway Sag Harbor (Restaurant) Amalfi Coast-inspired, harborside. The rebrand of Baron’s Cove (which I loved!)

• Hill House Home (Shop) The Nap Dress brand opens its first Hamptons store with Nell’s, an old-school coffee/soda bar and a candy wall

• Mass retailers like Madewell, Ralph Lauren, and Rag & Bone

• Sun Life Organics (Café) California-based organic juice, smoothie, and açaí bowl chain, in the former Estia’s Little Kitchen space

BRIDGEHAMPTON:

• Nourish by The Roundtree (Restaurant) Chef Dewa Wijaya weaving Hamptons seasonal bounty with his Balinese roots

• ☀️☀️ Hoare & Hoare Antiques (Shop) Designer Zoe Hoare’s first Hamptons storefront at 2487 Main Street, stocked with 18th and 19th-century European furniture, French enamel kitchenware, and hand-dyed linens

• ☀️☀️ Tutto Caffè (Café) I love the East Hampton location, and having one closer to me feels like a personal win, although not opening until August

• ☀️☀️ Loaves & Fishes Lifestyle (Shop) The beloved Bridgehampton institution's new home goods and lifestyle store, carrying natural, artisanal, and organic gifts alongside furniture, bed

EAST HAMPTON:

• ☀️☀️ AERIN (Shop) Aerin Lauder returns to her iconic 7 Newtown Lane boutique, redesigned with Tom Scheerer. I love her store in Southampton and am thrilled to shop here.

• Chanel (Shop) Back on Newtown Lane, new location across from its previous spot

• Violet Grey (Shop) The cult L.A. luxury beauty edit comes to Newtown Lane

• Lion’s Nook Bar & Grill (Restaurant) English pub-style spot from the Springs Tavern team in the former Rowdy Hall space at 10 Main Street

• Camp Rubirosa (Restaurant) Last summer’s pop-up, the SoHo Italian favorite, is now a permanent East Hampton fixture

• Ketchy Beach (Restaurant) Atmospheric coastal cuisine and nightlife spot from the Ketchy Shuby team, at a new East Hampton location

• The Hedges Inn (Hotel) Back for its second season with a full David Netto redesign (Swifty’s is also back)

• Grindstone Donuts (Market) Beloved local donut shop with a new Race Lane location (also a favorite in Sag Harbor)

AMAGANSETT:

• ☀️☀️ SETT Coffee (Café / Market) From the Clam Bar team. Specialty coffee, matcha, pastries, curated provisions

• ☀️☀️ Jamagansett (Market) Handmade preserves on Main Street, great packaging

MONTAUK:

• Barlume Beach (Restaurant / Hotel) LDV Hospitality’s Mediterranean waterfront restaurant and beach club. Might be the hardest reservation of the summer

• Alba Spiaggia at Montauk Yacht Club (Restaurant) Coastal Italian, Aperol Spritz energy

• Talya (Restaurant) Coastal Greek, opened Memorial Day Weekend

• Gosman’s Dock (Restaurant) New dockside seafood concept for the 2026 season, from the Gosman’s team

• Dolce & Gabbana Beach Club at Gurney’s (Shop / Experience) D&G takes over the beach club for Gurney’s 100th anniversary, with a pop-up boutique on-site

• Hotel Corduroy (Hotel) A 29-room high-design reimagining of Sunset Montauk with private beach access

• Lighthouse Cafe (Restaurant/Café) From the Crow's Nest team, a new all-day café steps from the Montauk Point Lighthouse. Coffee and pastries in the morning, French and Basque-inspired pintxos, salads, and cocktails the rest of the day.

• Bar Lalo (Restaurant) The team behind Alimentari Beach brings Mexico City-inspired tacos, cocktails, and live music to West Lake Drive in Montauk.

• Jade Space Studio (Wellness/Fitness) Montauk's new wellness destination combines fitness classes, wellness treatments like infrared sauna sessions, and a retail marketplace under one roof.

OTHER

• Dante x The Pridwin (Experience) Shelter Island. NYC’s beloved Dante curates a summer-long cocktail menu at The Pridwin, with weekly Martini & Mahjong nights every Sunday