The East End in the summer season becomes one of the hottest places in America to find entertainment. The extra bonus is that all of the party panache to be found also often benefits charitable foundations. Get ready for incredible moments in the sun at these glorious Hamptons events.
What: Chefs of the Hamptons
Where: Dan’s Taste
When: June 24
Dan’s Taste will host a celebration of the 90th anniversary of Guild Hall. The sit-down dinner at the luxury EHP Resort & Marina will feature an exclusive culinary event with dishes featured from Chef Scott Kampf of Union Sushi & Steak. dineatunion.com, danstaste.com
What: Sip and Shop Fundraiser
Where: Sage and Madison
When: June 26
Chris Coffee’s boutique, Sage and Madison, will launch its Sip and Shop Fundraiser Series to benefit local charities. The afternoon in Sag Harbor will see 10% of profits donated to Liz Joyce’s Goat on a Boat Puppet Theater. Support will help run the new puppet truck and mobile stage for children of Long Island to enjoy. The sipping will be non-alcoholic, and patrons can purchase iced tea, iced coffee or lemonade from the takeout window. goatonaboat.org
What: Poolside Barbecue
Where: Southampton Inn
When: July 2-5
The Fourth of July holiday weekend will sparkle when Southampton Inn hosts a poolside barbecue featuring dishes from Claude’s Restaurant. And just down the road, Southampton Social Club will be a place to gather for late night music and drinks. southamptoninn.com, southamptonsocialclub.com
What: SWCRF’s Hamptons Happening
Where: Fishel Estate, Bridgehampton
When: July 10
The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) will hold its 17th Annual Hamptons Happening this summer. Honor health and wellness on a special night full of great music and delicious food. Congratulatory moments for participants in the first-ever Global Walk to Flatten the Cancer Curve will also be celebrated. Event committee member Maria Fishel and Kenneth Fishel will host the ticketed fundraiser on their estate in Bridgehampton. waxmancancer.org
What: Bastille Day Celebration
Where: Demarchelier Bistro
When: July 14
The restaurant’s annual holiday bash will serve dishes from the kitchen such as steak tartare, duck confit and classic salad nicois. demarchelierrestaurant.com
What: Ellen’s Run
Where: Southampton
When: August 15
Start the morning with the 26th Annual Ellen’s Run: Hybrid 5K Race in Southampton. The event benefits the Ellen Hermanson Foundation, which provides access to breast cancer screenings, especially for the uninsured, and free psycho-social support services for patients and their families. ellenhermanson.org
What: Collaborating for a Cure Luncheon
Where: T-Bar Southampton
When: August 20
The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Collaborating for a Cure Luncheon will take place at T-Bar Southampton. Guests at the ticketed event will enjoy incredible food and fascinating talks with featured guest fashion designer Kobi Halperin.
tbar2gosouthampton.com, waxmancancer.org
What: Unconditional Love Gala
Where: Southampton
When: August 21
Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation will hold its annual Unconditional Love Gala to benefit the community’s animal shelter. Honorary Board Member Jean Shafiroff will help host the night of cocktails, dinner and dancing.
southamptonanimalshelter.com
What: Prostate Cancer Foundation Gala
Where: Parrish Art Museum
When: August 28
The Prostate Cancer Foundation will hold its annual Hamptons gala to fund groundbreaking discoveries in cancer research. Founder Michael Milken will emcee the night at Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill. pcf.org
