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All ferry carriers along the Great South Bay, including Fire Island Ferries, Inc. in Bay Shore; Sayville Ferry Service; and the Patchogue-based Davis Park Ferry, have announced service suspensions ahead of the nor'easter predicted to head toward Long Island over the coming weekend.

Fire Island Ferry Carriers Cancel Weekend Service Ahead of Storm

Posted on September 25, 2026

This weekend , through Sunday, Sept. 20 Grove & Pines Film Festival Over the weekend of Sept. 18, the Grove & Pines Film Festival will take place at the Cherry Grove Community House Theatre, 180 Bay Walk, Cherry Grove. The community-led celebration of LGBTQ+ storytelling unfolds against the backdrop of Fire Island, a place of beauty, history, and unapologetic queer expression. The festival channels the island’s unique blend of intimacy, energy, art, and allure. Featuring 42 short films and four feature films, the festival spans genres including comedy, horror, documentaries, and everything in between! For showtimes and tickets, visit groveandpinesfilmfestival.com.

Fire Island Pines

Greet the Autumnal Equinox in September: Things To Do This Weekend on Fire Island and Along the Great South Bay

Posted on September 18, 2026

Saturday, September 12 (3 p.m.) 60th Annual Miss Fire Island Pageant The Ice Palace, 1 Main Walk, Cherry Grove, is thrilled to announce this year’s Miss Fire Island Pageant, featuring hosts Logan Hardcore, 2011 Miss Fire Island, and Ariel Sinclair, 2002 Miss Fire Island. This year’s theme, “There’s No Place Like Home,” is a subtle nod to the classic film The Wizard of Oz. A special All Stars category will feature past pageant winners. Contestants can win up to $3,000 in prizes! Experience the spectacle in person at 3 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit redeyetickets.com/events/miss-fire-island-pageant-2026. Sunday, September 13 (1 p.m.) Miss Isle of Fire Contest The 6th Annual Miss Isle of Fire contest will be held at The Island Mermaid, 780 Bay Walk, Ocean Beach. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., and the show begins at 1 p.m. Whether you’re a fan or a first-timer, this event is all about good vibes and great company. Spend the afternoon cheering on your favorites and soaking up every minute of the action! This fun, fierce competition costs $55 per person. For tickets and more information, call (631) 583-8088.

Pride and Pageantry in September: Fire Island and South Shore Things To Do Over the Weekend and the Week Ahead

Posted on September 10, 2026

Sunday, September 6 (noon-4 p.m.) The Davis Park Art Show This Fire Island favorite event takes place on Labor Day Weekend, rain or shine, at the Most Precious Blood Church. Original artworks, textiles, and jewelry all made by hand by local artists and craftspeople are available for sale at reasonable prices.

Labor Day Weekend and the Week in September That Follows

Posted on September 4, 2026

Can sports bridge trust and mend the past within different communities? On Fire Island, the official Cherry Bowl Tournament has helped mend wounds of distrust with a competitive volleyball game between Cherry Grove’s Grovettes and the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) Coppettes since 1984.

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The Annual Cherry Bowl Tournament: Over 40 Years of Building Community Trust on Fire Island

Posted on August 24, 2026

Weekend of August 22 &23 Arts Project of Cherry Grove Art Show The Arts Project of Cherry Grove (APCG) Art Show is returning this summer, reimagined and inside the beautiful air conditioned Cherry Grove Community House. Artists and artisans from the Grove, Fire Island communities, and as far away as the city will be displaying their art for viewing as well as sales. There will be a APCG’s members reception Saturday, August 22 from Noon-1 p.m., and from 1–5p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday the show is open to the public.

Things To Do on Fire Island and Along the Great South Bay Over the Weekend and as We Approach the Last Full Week of August

Posted on August 21, 2026

Sunday, August 16 (Noon–4 p.m.) Support two great causes at this community fundraiser benefiting Canine Companions and the Kismet Community Association. Held at Dive Kismet, the afternoon will feature live music, local vendors, raffles, food and drinks, and the chance to meet service dogs, puppies, and veterans. Admission is $20 per person and includes a raffle ticket for a chance to win a VIP tour for four of Canine Companions’ Medford campus. Proceeds will support Canine Companions’ mission and programs that benefit the Kismet community.

Fire Island Pines

Midway in August: Where to Go and What to Do on Fire Island and Along the Great South Bay this Weekend, the Week Ahead, and Beyond

Posted on August 14, 2026

On July 11, I performed at the Cherry Grove Community House. It was my 72nd consecutive year dancing and dressing up. “I’m Still Here.”

Cheery Cherry Grove

Posted on August 4, 2026

Last Ferry, First Lady once again brought exceptional cabaret, theater, and music to Fire Island’s historic stage. Something old, something new, something borrowed, and yes, something blue.

Last Ferry, First Lady: Rose Levine Keeps Cherry Grove Singing

Posted on August 4, 2026

Every other summer, the Cherry Grove Community House and Theater becomes more than just a movie house. It becomes a place where history is remembered, cultures are celebrated, and stories once hidden find new audiences. Established in 2015, the Cherry Grove Archives Collection Film Festival (CGACFF) has become one of Cherry Grove's signature cultural events and may be the longest-running film festival on Fire Island.

Fire Island Stories Told at the Cherry Grove Archives Collection Film Festival

Posted on August 2, 2026

Weekly in August on Thursday and Saturday (9 a.m.-2 p.m.) NY State Parks Shark Shack Sharks are an extremely diverse group of animals on the planet, yet they’re also among the most feared. In this hands-on program at Robert Moses Field 5, near the playground (weather permitting), patrons will learn that this group of fish is full of diversity! The Shark Shack is meant to educate the public about the shark species native to New York while also introducing other marine life in our waters and how to guide a shark interaction. Experience the pop-up display full of shark-related items, turning what once was fear into fascination! This event is FREE to attend. For details, visit parks.ny.gov/visit/events/ny-state-parks-shark-shack.

Fire Island Pines

Hello August: Things To Do Over the Weekend and Week Ahead on Fire Island and Along the Great South Bay

Posted on July 31, 2026

Cherry Grove, Fire Island, has been a symbol of the historic gay civil rights movement and the advancement of post-Stonewall LGBTQ rights. However, an overlooked advancement within the community is that the Grove’s volunteer fire department is the first in New York State to break down gender barriers.

Glass Ceilings Shattered: Women of the Cherry Grove Fire Department

Posted on July 30, 2026

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