Live music performance on the lawn at Palmer Vineyards with sunset over the Sound

Curated Collection · 10 stops

Live Music Wineries
jazz, bands & summer concerts

10 North Fork stops with regular live music — Friday night sets, jazz weekends, and summer concert series on vineyard lawns from May to October.

The seasonal soundtrack

Live music at North Fork wineries runs from May through October, with peak programming between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Palmer starts its Friday night series in May and keeps it going through the harvest. Jamesport Vineyards hosts Jazz in the Vines on summer Saturday evenings in a renovated barn, ticketed and seated. Corey Creek runs Twilight Thursdays and Moonlight Mondays with acoustic sets and a pizza truck from June to August.

Most performances are free with a tasting purchase and first-come lawn seating. The exceptions are Pindar's ticketed summer concert series and Jamesport's Jazz in the Vines, which both require advance purchase. Check each venue's monthly calendar before driving — schedules shift with the weather, and some estates only post events two weeks out.

Frequently asked questions

Which Long Island wineries have live music?

Ten North Fork wineries run regular music programs: Palmer has Friday night performances May through October, Jamesport Vineyards hosts Jazz in the Vines on summer Saturday evenings, One Woman features jazz on select weekends, and Corey Creek runs Twilight Thursdays and Moonlight Mondays with live sets. Baiting Hollow, Bridge Lane, Pindar, Pugliese, Osprey's and Jason's all host weekend performances in summer.

Do you need tickets for live music at North Fork wineries?

Most performances are free with a tasting purchase. The exceptions are Pindar's ticketed summer concert series, Jamesport Vineyards' Jazz in the Vines (ticketed and seated), and any evening event listed as a separate admission on the winery's calendar. Palmer, Baiting Hollow, Bridge Lane and Pugliese all run free lawn performances.

When is the live music season on Long Island wine country?

May through October is the active window, with peak programming from June to August. Palmer starts its Friday night series in May and runs through October. Corey Creek's Twilight Thursdays and Moonlight Mondays run June to August. Most venues post their monthly music calendars by the first of the month, so check ahead rather than assuming a specific weekend.

Can you bring kids to live music nights at wineries?

At most of them, yes — Baiting Hollow, Bridge Lane, Pugliese, Jason's and Osprey's are all family-friendly with lawn seating. Palmer is all-ages during the day and Friday performances. Jamesport Vineyards is 21+ only on Friday evenings and all weekend, including infants. Always check the specific event page; some evening concerts are adults-only even at daytime family venues.

Which wineries have the best music venues?

Palmer has the most consistent Friday night program with Sound views and sunset timing. Pindar has the largest lawn for ticketed concerts. Jamesport Vineyards has the most polished production with Jazz in the Vines in a renovated barn. Corey Creek's Twilight Thursdays are the most local-favorite, low-key event. Bridge Lane and Pugliese both have covered patios for rain backup.

Can you bring your own food to music events?

At three of them: Osprey's Dominion allows picnics on the lawn, Jason's has a designated picnic area, and Pugliese allows outside food at outdoor benches. Palmer, Jamesport Vineyards, Baiting Hollow and Corey Creek all have food trucks or on-site kitchens during music events. Bridge Lane and Pindar allow outside food in designated areas only.

Do you need a reservation for live music nights?

For Jamesport Vineyards' Jazz in the Vines, yes — it is ticketed, seated, and books up. For Pindar's summer concert series, buy tickets ahead. For everything else — Palmer Fridays, Corey Creek Thursdays, Baiting Hollow and Bridge Lane weekends — no reservation is needed, but arrive early on popular nights because lawn seating is first-come.