🌟 This Is the Way… to Weekend Fun in Babylon – Events for May 2–4, 2025

🌼 Sunshine, Star Wars, and So Much to Do — Babylon’s Got It All This Weekend!

Whether you’re in the mood for lightsaber trivia, live music by the beach, or a peaceful walk through Belmont Lake State Park, the Town of Babylon is absolutely buzzing with events this weekend. From May 2 through May 4, explore everything from goth proms and paddleboarding festivals to farmers markets and wellness retreats. It’s time to get out, get active, and soak in all the spring energy!

📚 In This Guide…

• 🌤️ Weekend Weather Forecast
• 🎯 Special Event Highlight
• 🎟️ Friday Featured Events
• 🌿 Saturday Featured Events
• 🌞 Sunday Featured Events
• 🔗 Helpful Links
• 📲 Stay Connected

🗓️ What’s Happening Around the Town of Babylon This Weekend?
There’s no excuse to stay home with a schedule like this. Whether you’re into the arts, live music, outdoor adventures, or community celebrations, there’s something for everyone across Babylon’s villages and hamlets. We’ve got family-friendly festivals, adult-only dance nights, and even a few galaxy-spanning celebrations to mark Star Wars Day on Sunday.

Scroll down to see featured events for each day — and plan your perfect weekend, one activity at a time.

🎯 Special Event Highlights: 🌸 Lodestar Mental Health, Lindenhurst Spring Fest & Star Wars Trivia!

This weekend, we want to highlight three crowd-pleasing events:

🧠 Milestones for Mental Health Wellness Walk
📍 Argyle Park Gazebo, Babylon
🕛 Saturday, May 3 – 8:45 AM
Lodestar Children’s Services hosts this beautiful event to raise awareness and support for mental health. The day begins with a community walk, followed by wellness activities, family fun, and live music from WALK 97.5. Register for yoga, enjoy carnival games, and grab a bite—all in the name of mental health.

🌼 Lindenhurst Spring Fest Street Fair
📍 North & South Wellwood Ave
🕛 Sunday, May 4 – 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Live music, local vendors, food trucks, and family fun turn downtown Lindenhurst into a full-on spring celebration. Don’t miss it — it’s one of the biggest events of the season!

⭐ Star Wars Trivia Night at Lily’s
📍 Babylon Village
🕖 Sunday, May 4 – 7:00 PM
Test your Jedi knowledge, win galactic-level prizes, and toast “May the 4th Be With You” with fellow fans at this themed trivia night. Reservations are required, so book your table early.
May the facts be with you.

Start your weekend early with everything from peaceful park walks to punk proms and pizza-fueled craft nights.

🌳 Explore the Outdoors

Kick off the day with a tranquil Belmont Lake State Park Tour from 10 AM to 12 PM. This guided walk—exclusive to North Babylon Library cardholders—dives into the park’s wildlife, wetlands, and hidden history. It’s free, but be prepared for an $8 parking fee if you’re under 62.

💍 Ribbon Cutting at Cida’s Bridal Atelier

At noon, swing by Amityville to celebrate the Grand Opening of Cida’s Bridal Atelier with a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house (10 AM–4 PM all weekend). Brides-to-be, this is your moment.

🎨 Art for the Kids

Homeschool families, don’t miss Home School Art Classes at The Color Palette Art Studio in Lindenhurst at 11:30 AM. Just $20 per child includes all supplies—plus creativity and connection.

⚾ Youth Sports in Action

At 4 PM, head to Millers Park for the 10u Tournament as teams from JBLN, Freedom Farm, and LIBA go head-to-head. Let’s cheer on our young athletes!

🎶 Live Music All Over Town

• Ryan Kreuder – 5 PM in Amityville
• Victims of Rock @ Lily’s – 6 PM in Babylon
• Live at Belfast Gastropub – 6 PM in Lindenhurst
• Back at Bartini – 8:30 PM with Breaking Chains

🍕🖌️ Creative & Cozy Vibes

Over at Christ Church Babylon, Craft Night kicks off at 6 PM. For $20, you’ll get everything you need to build a birdhouse, plus a slice of pizza and a drink. More projects available on site!

🧘‍♀️ Sip, Sniff & Relax

At 7 PM, wind down with “Sip and Scents” at BesTea by Hitch. This aromatherapy workshop includes herbal tea, snacks, and custom essential oil blending for $58. Perfect for a girls’ night out or mindful solo time.

🪩 Evening Entertainment

• Bingo Night at St. Nicholas – 7 PM, $10 admission
• LI Goth Prom – 7 PM at Sand City South, formalwear encouraged!

🎧 Music Events With a Twist

At 7 PM, Forever Freestyle Band brings that 10-piece energy to The Warehouse in Amityville, with DJ Impact spinning before and after.

🎭 A Few Good Men (Theater)

End your night with courtroom drama: A Few Good Men plays at 8 PM at Studio Theatre in Lindenhurst. Don’t miss Aaron Sorkin’s powerful military drama on stage.

From mental health awareness walks to Earth Day celebrations and high-energy concerts, Saturday is stacked with events for every mood and age group.

🧠 Milestones for Mental Health Wellness Walk

📍 Argyle Park Gazebo, Babylon – 8:45 AM
Lodestar Children’s Services hosts this beautiful event to raise awareness and support for mental health. The day begins with a community walk, followed by wellness activities, family fun, and live music from WALK 97.5.

🌍 Town of Babylon Earth Day Celebration

📍 Geiger Lake Memorial Park – 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
An all-ages celebration featuring baby animals, kids’ crafts, giveaways, and garden tours. Environmental projects and scholarship announcements make this a feel-good, do-good event.

🏀 Team Green Basketball Academy

📍 Town of Babylon Annex Gym – 9:00 AM
Youth basketball clinic for ages 8–12. Learn shooting, passing, and play conditioning games with a surprise guest at the finale!

🛶 Paddlefest 2025 – Day 1

📍 Dinghy Shop, Amityville – 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Kayak demos, paddleboard tryouts, expert Q&A, and gear exhibits. A paradise for paddling enthusiasts—rain or shine!

🍓 Wholesome Harvest Farmers Market

📍 KOC Park, Deer Park – 10:00 AM
Support local farms and artisans with fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts. No pets due to the sports field location.

🐶 Pet Adoption Events

• Spring Adoption Event – 10:30 AM @ PetSmart North Babylon
• Dog Adoption Fiesta – “Cinco de Mutts” – 11:30 AM @ Village Vines, Babylon

🧘‍♂️ Long Island CBTU Health Fair

📍 Amityville – 11:00 AM
Free physicals, wellness info, and networking opportunities. Open to all.

🌸 Friends of the Library Plant Sale

📍 Copiague Library – 12:00 PM
Pick up flowers and greenery just in time for Mother’s Day. Proceeds benefit local library programs.

🧼 Sunbear Crochet @ Craft & Antique Fair

📍 Amityville Beach Pavilion – 10:00 AM
Shop handcrafted goods at this local artisan market hosted by the Kiwanis Club.

🎯 Bows, Arrows & Soft Serve

📍 Usdan Target Range, Wheatley Heights – 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Free archery lessons, ice cream, and summer camp sneak peeks. RSVP required!

🎶 Afternoon & Evening Live Music

• Fiddler on the Roof – 2:30 PM @ The Argyle Theatre
• Legendary Murphys – 6:00 PM @ Salt Shack
• Crystal Ship & Misty Mountain – 6:30 PM @ The Warehouse
• Day Trippers – Beatles Tribute – 7:30 PM @ Carney’s Pub
• Cinco de Freestyle – 8:00 PM @ The Other Room
• All She Wrote x Gravity Fed – 8:00 PM @ The Village Pub

💃 LICMA Dance – Country Night

📍 Sons of Italy Hall, Deer Park – 7:00 PM
Line dancing, live music by County Line, and DJ Bill Iozzino all night long. Doors open at 6:30 PM.

It’s the final day of the weekend, and Babylon is going out with a bang! Whether you’re lacing up for a 5K, cruising the bay, dancing at Spring Fest, or testing your Jedi trivia skills—this Sunday’s events are truly out of this world.

🏃‍♀️ Rhiannon’s Run 5K

📍 Santapogue School – 9:00 AM
Celebrate 10 years of honoring Rhiannon’s legacy in this heartfelt run/walk. Proceeds go to Team WearRed for cardiac research and awareness. Great vibes, a great cause.

🧘‍♀️ “Thrive” Women’s Wellness Retreat & Summit

📍 The Piermont, Babylon – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Workshops, community, and self-care all set to the backdrop of the Great South Bay. Feel empowered and recharged with like-minded women.

📄 Mangano Family Shredding Event

📍 1701 Deer Park Ave, Deer Park – 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Shred your personal documents for free, on-site while you watch. First come, first served.

⚡️ 1st Anniversary Open House & Wellness Event

📍 18 Deer Park Ave, Babylon – 10:00 AM
Tarot, sound healing, chakra balancing, astrology, and reiki sessions for $20 each. Includes guided meditation, chai tea, and vegan snacks. Walk-ins welcome!

🎣 Captree Fluke Fishing Season Opens

📍 Captree State Park – 7:00 AM & 12:00 PM trips
Start the season with rods, bait, and tackle included. Sail daily from IslandPrincessCaptree.com.

🎪 Lindenhurst Spring Fest Street Fair

📍 Wellwood Avenue – 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Live music, food trucks, vendors, and fun for the whole family. A top spring tradition!

🚣‍♂️ Paddlefest 2025 – Day 2

📍 Dinghy Shop, Amityville – 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
More water-bound fun: demos, Q&As, and paddling clubs. Rain or shine!

🍽️ Sunday Bite Brigade Food Truck Festival

📍 Ss. Cyril & Methodius Church – 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
FREE food truck event with a huge variety of delicious eats. Weekly community favorite!

🌳 Island Quest Day Camp Spring into Summer

📍 Wheatley Heights – 12:00 PM
Inflatables, STEM, climbing, food, and camp previews. Perfect family fun day.

💫 Women’s Health Workshop with Dr. Jeff Migdow

📍 107 E Main St, Babylon – 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Yoga, meditation, and spiritual practices focused on feminine wisdom. In-person and Zoom available.

🎻 Fiddler on the Roof – Final Weekend Show

📍 The Argyle Theatre – 2:00 PM
Your last chance to see this iconic Broadway musical on the Babylon stage. Grab tickets now!

🎸 Sunday Live Music Highlights

• Byrne Unit @ Salt Shack – 3:00 PM
• Ed Ryan @ Belfast Gastropub – 3:00 PM
• Dave Christian Trio @ RipTides – 5:00 PM

🌌 Star Wars Trivia Night @ Lily’s

📍 Lily’s Babylon – 7:00 PM
Test your galactic IQ for fun and prizes. May the 4th be with you! Reservations required.

🔗 Helpful Links for a Smooth Weekend

Make the most of your weekend in the Town of Babylon with these helpful resources:

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• 📘 Download the 2025 Parks & Recreation Guide – Camps, concerts, beaches & more
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• 💼 Support Local Businesses – Shop local, eat local, thrive local
• 💼 Promote Your Small Business – Get listed on I Love Babylon
• ☁️ Babylon Weather Forecast – Check the skies before you head out

📲 Stay Connected & Share the Fun

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🌟 Wrapping Up: Enjoy Your Weekend in Babylon!

From sunrises at Belmont Lake to sunsets at Salt Shack, this weekend is bursting with ways to explore, connect, and celebrate community here in the Town of Babylon. Whether you’re dancing under the stars, learning something new, or just enjoying a walk in the park — there’s something magical happening every day.

If you love local, you’re in the right place.

📍 See you around town, neighbor.

— Ryan O’Neil Williams & The I Love Babylon Team
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