The Official KDHamptons Memorial Day Weekend Event Calender!
The weekend we have all been waiting for has finally arrived! Kick off your shoes, sip some Summer in a Bottle Rosé, and celebrate the official kick off of summer in the Hamptons. KDHamptons has edited down the best events, restaurants openings, concerts, and benefits that you don’t want to miss in our Memorial Day Weekend Guide, below. Have fun and see you out and about on the east end.
Thursday, May 21st –
Southern Tide Hits the Hamptons at Countryclubprep.com’s First Pop-Up – When: Thursday Where: 64 Jobs Lane, Southampton What: The consummate lifestyle brand of the South, Southern Tide (http://www.southerntide.com) will be the debut fashion company featured at online retailer Country Club Prep’s (http://www.countryclubprep.com/) first summer pop-up shop, making its mark on the Hamptons. The 500-square-foot venue, located at 64 Jobs Lane, in Southampton, New York, in the bustling shopping district, will officially launch over Memorial Day Weekend. “New York is our fourth biggest market and we are eager to see Southern Tide rise to recognition among the fashion wardrobes of the young Hamptons jet set. They’re a perfect partner to kick-off the summer and get our Southampton shop off to a great start, ‘says Southern Tide CEO, Christopher Heyn.
Where: The Backyard Restaurant at Solé East Resort (90 Second House Road, Montauk, NY, 11954, 631-668-2105, www.soleeast.com/restaurant) celebrates Memorial Day with weekend music, lunch, Sunday brunch, and dinner Thursday through Sunday. What: Reggae favorite Winston Irie and the Selective Security Band perform live at 9 p.m.
Friday, May 22
Canadian singer-songwriter Mac DeMarco at The Surf Lodge – When: Friday 7PM Where: 183 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY What: Canadian singer-songwriter Mac DeMarco, whose style has been described as ‘blue wave’ or ‘slacker rock’ takes to the stage on the deck to perform his hits such as ‘Still Together’ and ‘Freaking Out The Neighborhood’.
Montauk Beach House Bar
Montauk Beach House Welcome Committee – When: Friday 7PM Where: 55 S Elmwood Ave, Montauk, NY What: Staying with the Montauk Beach House this weekend? Join them for the Beach House WELCOME COMMITTEE at the outside bar at 7pm. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine as a newly arriving guest of the hotel. Start your holiday weekend off with fire pit lounging in our newly renovated lawn area or enjoy a cocktail from our newly designed cocktail list at the bar.
Beautique Southampton
Beautique Southampton Memorial Day Weekend – When: Friday – Monday Where: Capri, 281 Country Road 39A, Southampton, NY What: Beautique Southampton Memorial Day Weekend includes a weekend of parties and performances by Bender, dBerrie, AudieN, CHACHI and Leekalt at Capri.
Sounds of Summer: The Hoodoo Loungers at the Parrish – Where: 279 Montauk Highway Water Mill, NY When: 6-8PM What: The East Coast’s New Orleans-style party band brings Mardi Gras to the Parrish with another lively summer kick-off on the Mildred C. Brinn Terrace.
Satchel Boogie Live at Cowfish – Where: 258 E. Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY When: Friday, 8-10PM What: Satchel Boogie puts out fun, danceable, and infectious melodies that excite the soul! Genre: folk rock/pop/groove https://www.facebook.com/satchelboogiemusicwww.cowfishrestaurant.com
Heidi Klein Opens Summer Pop-Up Shop at 46 Jobs Lane, Southampton. The UK’s first one-stop luxury holiday shop will be evocative of a beach hut retreat in whitewashed wood adorned with palm leaves, bleached coral and driftwood, complete with the delicate scent of coconut. Celebrity fans of the brand include: Kate Moss, Olivia Palmero, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Jennifer Aniston,
“We are excited to offer the Hamptons shopper an exciting and enjoyable experience when shopping for beachwear this summer. With a full range of bikinis, one-pieces, cover-ups and kaftans, as well as a new range of hats, bags, shoes and jewelry, shoppers can find everything they need to look and feel gorgeous at the beach and beyond, all under one roof,” explains co-founder Penny Klein. www.heidiklein.com
Saturday, May 23
Whalebone Magazine Launch– When: Saturday, 4 – 8PM Where: The Backyard at Sole East 90 2nd House Rd, Montauk, NY What: Whalebone celebrates the launch of their 2015 magazine in the Backyard at Sole East with Montauk Brew Co. and more.
Brooklyn based ‘Contemporary Disco’ band at The Surf Lodge – When: Saturday 7PM Where: 183 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY What: Brooklyn based ‘Contemporary Disco’ band Escort is known for a modern and lively dance music sound. They perform their hits including ‘Starlite’ with a 17 piece line-up.
Sunset at Harlow East
Sail Into Summer, a Hamptons Tea Dance at Harlow East Back Bar – When: Saturday, 1-5PM Where: 1 Long Wharf, Sag Harbor, NY What: Kick off summer 2015 with D.J. Karin Ward spinning to classic and current favorites all afternoon.
Cocktails and daytime lounging at Poolside Collective – When: Saturday, Oli Benz on decks from (2-4pm) and Spiky Phil from (4-7pm) Where: 55 S Elmwood Ave Montauk, NY What: Summer is finally here! Poolside Collective will be kicking-off the weekend with the grand opening of their new conceptual retail space experience.
Saturdays at The Watermill Center – When: Saturday 1-6 PM Where: 39 Water Mill Towd Rd, Water Mill, NY What: The Watermill Center will host special Saturday events focused on family-oriented activities with host Shane Weeks and the Shinnecock Nation. The events start with a tour of the grounds at 1 p.m., followed by a special workshop featuring how to make native dream catchers and an introduction to dances original to the Shinnecock community. From 1-6 p.m. 39 Watermill Town Rd., Watermill; watermillcenter.org
Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Wine Tasting Benefit – When: Saturday, 5 – 8PM Where: 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, NY What: Start your season off right with a Wine Tasting to benefit the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation! There will be music by the popular Ludmilla Brazil Trio, wines for the sampling, yummy bites, furry shelter friends & fun! All for a great cause! This year’s event will feature specially selected wines from Herbert & Rist Wines & Liquors, One Hope, Palm Bay, FIOL Prosecco & Raphael Vineyards. Come support your Community Shelter and celebrate the start of the summer season! WHERE: Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Wine Tasting Fundraiser. Contact Information:(631) 728-PETS (7387). Price: Tickets are $40 per person or $75.00 per couple and may be purchased online, by phone or at the door. www.southamptonanimalshelter.com
Set sail from the Montauk Yacht Club
Montauk Yacht Club Memorial Day Weekend Brunch – When: Saturday, 2-5PM Where: Montauk Yacht Club, 32 Star Island Road, Montauk, NY What: Join DMK’s latest hospitality venture for the summer of 2015, the Montauk Yacht Club Resort and Marina. They will be hosting a Memorial Day weekend brunch with music by Claudius Raphael at the Montauk Yacht Club, table reservations recommended.
Private Dinner and Reception at The Surf Lodge – When: Saturday, Invitation Only Where: 183 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY What: The Surf Lodge Owner Jayma Cardoso and gallerist Eric Firestone host a reception and private dinner for artist Jen Stark, whose paper artwork mimics intricate patterns and colors found in nature, while exploring ideas of replication and infinity. The artist will unveil a new work that evening.
TRAVISWILD The Animal Party NYC at Riff Raffs
The Animal Party Returns for Second Season at Sienna – When: Sunday, 11PM – 4AM Where: 44 Three Mile Harbor, East Hampton, NY What: The Animal Party is back for a second season at the hottest Hamptons destination, Sienna. The legendary TRAVISWILD (www.traviswild.com), who has shared the stage with revered performers includingThe Chainsmokers, Ferry Corsten, Mord Fustang, and many others will be spinning with special guest SBND (www.wearesbnd.com) throughout the night from 11pm – 4am…..Sienna is located at 44 Three Mile Harbor Road in East Hampton. For nightlife reservations please call (631) 604-6062 or visit www.siennahamptons.com.
Electro band Capital Cities at The Surf Lodge – When: Sunday 7PM Where: 183 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY What: Los Angeles based indie band perform songs like their viral hit ‘Safe and Sound.’ 7
Poolside Hang Pt. 2 at Poolside Collective – When: Sunday, Negk on decks (2-4pm) and Spiky Phil (4-7pm), and the talented Meredith Wing drawing portrait illustrations poolside from (2-5pm) Where: 55 S Elmwood Ave Montauk, NY What: We’re doing the daytime poolside hang all over again. Join us for another day in the sun!
Navy Beach Memorial Day Kickoff – When: Sunday, 5PM Where: Navy Beach, 16 Navy Road, Montauk, NY What: Montauk’s favorite beach will be kicking off the start of summer this weekend with their “One Love Sundays” series. The event will take place every Sunday and will feature live music, starting with Winston Irie and Twister this weekend.
Southampton Artists Association – When: Sunday, 4PM Where: Southampton Cultural Center, 25 Pond Ln, Southampton, NY What: The Southampton Artists Association will be hosting its 25th annual Memorial Day Show from May 20th- May 31st, with an opening reception this Sunday from 4-6PM. 45 artists are expected to participate in this year’s exhibition, making this event one of the most highly anticipated art openings of the summer.
1 OAK Southampton Relaunch for Summer 2015 – When: Sunday, 11PM Where: 1 OAK Southampton, 124 Tuckahoe Lane, Southampton, NY What: The Butter Group will be launching 1 Oak Southampton with a Memorial Day Weekend party this weekend. The club will inevitably bring in A-list celebrities, unique performances and a trendy vibe, similar to the club’s NYC location, with Jus Ske and Fetty Wap performing Sunday night.
Monday, May 25
Outside Lounge at The Surf Lodge
Memorial Day BBQ at The Surf Lodge – When: Monday, 4-8PM Where: 83 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY What: Kick off the summer with an exclusive lakeside BBQ at The Surf Lodge. TIQO premium beverage presents Memorial Day with Australian BBQ, TIQO, DJ Olie Benz, DJ David Katz and a special guest performance. Its famous (and free) concert series is also returning for 2015 and we have the entire lineup for you here!
The Surf Lodge celebrates Montauk Dreaming –When: Monday 2PM Where: 183 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY What: Montauk Dreaming is book of photographs by Ben Watts that captures the lifestyle and spirit of a summer at the beach.
Tove Lo performs at The Surf Lodge – When: Monday 2PM Where: 183 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY What: Swedish born singer-songwriter Tove Lo performs her hits such as ‘Habits (Stay High).’
