KDHamptons 2017 Memorial Day Weekend Guide
The weekend we have all been waiting for has finally arrived! Kick off your shoes, sip some Wolffer Estates 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.
Sunset Fridays & Saturdays at the Wine Stand at Wölffer Estate
Enjoy Friday and Saturday evenings at the best vineyard in the Hamptons. Enjoy wines by the glass and bottle, cheese and charcuterie plates.
Where: Wölffer Estate Vineyard, 3312 Montauk Highway, Sagaponack
When: 5 p.m. to sunset, repeating every Friday and Saturday until Saturday, September 30.
Contact: Wölffer Estate, (631) 537-4471
One Kings Lane Opens Retail Store in SouthamptonOne Kings Lane, a premier destination for home shopping and interior design services, has opened its first store this summer in Southampton today.
Where: The iconic former Rogers Memorial Library at 11 Jobs Lane, Southampton; (631) 283-0590
When: Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-6,Sunday 11am–5pm, Monday 10am–6pm
The Backyard Restaurant at Solé East Resort is hosting live music throughout Memorial Day Weekend to kick-off the 2017 season. A schedule of events, subject to change, is as follows:
Friday, May 26:Alfredo Merat Acoustic; 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., DJ 10 p.m.
Saturday, May 27: DJ Poolside,1 to 6 p.m., DJ Faze 10 p.m.
Sunday, May 28: Poolside Brunch with Marcello and Ludmilla, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 90 Second House Road, Montauk; Website: www.soleeast.com/restaurant
Saturday, May 27th
Summer Kickoff at Centro
Summer kickoff party with guest DJ Ian Mellemcamp.
Where: Centro, 336 W. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays
When: Dinner runs from 4 p.m. to late, DJ set runs from 10 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Contact: Alexa Dosik, ad@brandswaycreative.com; Centro, (631) 593-5744
Pollock Family Drip Painting
For children ages four and above. Directed by popular author/artist, Joyce Raimondo, families explore the home and studio of famous artists, Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner. Then inspired by Pollock, children and adults drip paint to create their own art outdoors on the spectacular grounds overlooking Accabonic Harbor. Supplies included. Preregistration recommended at www.imaginearted.com.
When: Starts Saturday and runs through October.
Where: Krasner House and Study Center, 830 Springs Fireplace Road
The Montauk Artists’ Association hosts the Weekend Show on the Green—a day or weekend of exploring art. Free admission. The Village Green transforms into an outdoor gallery of original and handmade art brought to Montauk from artists across America.
Where: Montauk Green, 745 Montauk Highway, Montauk
When: Friday, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Contact: Anne Weissman, Montauk Artists’ Association; montaukart@aol.com, (631) 668-5336
Dan’s Taste of Summer, Rosé SoiréeTaste more than 25 of the best rosés from the Hamptons, North Fork, Provence and beyond, paired with refreshing bites from top chefs and restaurants such as The Restaurant at Baron’s Cove, The East Pole, Loaves and Fishes, Calissa and Kingsley.
Where: Southampton Arts Center, 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton
When: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Contact:Dan’s Taste of Summer
Sunday, May 28th
Three hour lighthouse cruise. Experience includes: up-close viewing of 4 lighthouses, cruise by 5 islands and a seal search.
DATES: Sundays, 5/28, 7/2, 8/6, 9/3 & 9/24
Groups of 10+, please contact director@eastendseaport.org for reservations.
When: 4-7pm
The Surf Lodge Summer Concert Series: Lukas Graham
Lukas Graham’s laid-back and soulful songs blend elements of hip hop and folk to create his unique and effortless sound.
When: 6PM
Where: The Surf Lodge,183 EDGEMERE STREET, Montauk; www.thesurflodge.com/concert-series/lukas-graham
Monday, May 29 (Memorial Day)
Southampton Memorial Day Parade
The parade begins at Southampton First Presbyterian Church on Main Street, proceeds down Jobs Lane and finish at Agawam Park. The Reverend Mark Middlekauff will give a dedication, along with guest speake Phil Keith, an awarded U.S. Navy veteran who served three tours in Vietnam.
Where: Main Street, Southampton Village
When: 10:15 a.m.
Contact: Bob Grisnik, (631) 283-0247
East Hampton Memorial Day Service & ParadeEast Hampton Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 550 will host its annual Memorial Day service at 9 a.m., and a parade will follow at 10 a.m. on Main Street in the village. A memorial service featuring guest speaker State Assemblyman Fred Thiele will follow on the Village Green.
Where: Main Beach, East Hampton Village
When: 9 a.m.
Contact: (631) 324-2768
