"The Playground" Your Guide To What To Do This Weekend!

by Maggie McGlinchy · August 5, 2011

    It's time to figure out where the parties are this weekend. Make sure to check out our Calendar Page and follow us on Twitter as well!

    Friday, August 5

    Escape to New York Music Festival When:Fri, August 5,10:00 am - 10:00 pm Where: Shinnecock Nation, Southampton Why:Taking place on the sovereign Shinnecock Nation in Southampton, E2NY's a crazy new summer fest from the creators of the UK's Secret Garden Party [Details]

    Hampton Daze 90's Bowling Party When:Fri, August 5,10:00 pm - 3:00 am Where:East Hampton Bowl, 71 Montauk Highway, East Hampton Why:$10 cover Discounted drinks & Bowling Sponsored by UV and Bong Vodka [Details]

    An Insider's Look Behind Grey Goose Blue Door When:Fri, August 5,7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Where:Private Estate, East Hampton Why:Join SPiN creators Franck Raharinosy, Andrew Gordon, Jonathan Bricklin and actress Susan Sarandon for an evening of Ping Pong and a chance to compete for the ultimate Grey Goose experience including tickets to the 2011 US Open Tennis Championships. [Details]

    Nancy Atlas Performs Sunset Sets at Navy Beach When: Fri, August 5,5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Where:Navy Beach Why: Admission is open [Details]

    Saturday, August 6

    Escape to New York Music Festival When:Sat, August 6,10:00 am - 10:00 pm Where:Shinnecock Nation, Southampton Why:Taking place on the sovereign Shinnecock Nation in Southampton, E2NY's a crazy new summer fest from the creators of the UK's Secret Garden Party [Details]

    Day and Night Brunch When:Sat, August 6,12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Where:Gurney's Inn, 290 Old Montauk Hwy, Montauk Why:A special tribute to Day & Night Saint Tropez with a swimwear fashion show by JOGO Beach. Co-produced by Mark Baker. Music by Jesse Marco and Daniel Chetrit. Brunch reservations mandatory. [Details]

    Support Hope, Help & Rebuild Haiti (HHRH) at Bridgehampton Polo When:Sat, August 6,4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Where:Bridgehampton Polo Club, Bridgehampton Why:Stop by the Urban Zen Lounge and experience the amazing collection of handcrafted Haitian artwork and crafts. 100% of profits from the sales of these products go toward Hope, Help & Rebuild Haiti. [Details]

    A Summer Style Soiree When: Sat, August 6,4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Where:The Maidstone, 207 Main Street, East Hampton Why:Enjoy complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres while shopping and viewing exclusive collections from designers including MaxMara, Malini Murjani, NYLA Star, and Basta Surf. [Details]

    Martinis for Mutts When:Sat, August 6,6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Where:Private Estate, Bridgehampton Why:Hosted by Prince Lorenzo Borghese, Brad Boles, Anna Rothschild and Devorah Rose in association with Social Life Magazine, and featuring guest artist, Lauren Amaris singing [Details]

    Southampton Hospital's 53rd Annual Summer Party When:Sat, August 6,6:30 pm - 11:00 pm Where:Corner of Wickapogue & Old Town Roads, Under the Tents, Southampton Why:A festive evening of cocktails, silent auction, raffle, dinner, and dancing to benefit The Jenny and John Paulson Emergency Department [Details]

    Diamond in the Rough Gala When: Sat, August 6,7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Where:Montauk Playhouse, 240 Edgemere Street, Montauk Why:An exciting auction, as well as a raffle, will also be on hand, with wonderful donations from the local business community. Music by Celtic Cross. [Details]

    Samantha Yanks invites you to join cover star Rachel Zoe When:Sat, August 6,7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Where:Georgica Why:A summer soiree presented by Grey Goose vodka[Details]

    Timo! Wallets x Not a Gallery When:Sat, August 6,6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Where:Tenet, 91 Main Street, Southampton Why:Please join us this Saturday for the launch of Timo! Wallets x Not a Gallery, a new collaboration between digital artist Justin Belmont and fashion designer Timo Weiland. Complimentary Cocktails. [Details]

    The Loaded Trunk presents an exciting shop at the ‘Shack in the Back’ at Cynthia Rowley Montauk. When: Sat, August 6,6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Where:Cynthia Rowley, 696 Montauk Highway, Montauk Why: Explore and eccentic mix of beachy items discovered around the globe by the Loaded Trunk curators. [Details]

    Sunday, August 7

    Escape to New York Music Festival When:Sun, August 7,10:00 am - 10:00 pm Where:Shinnecock Nation, Southampton Why:Taking place on the sovereign Shinnecock Nation in Southampton, E2NY's a crazy new summer fest from the creators of the UK's Secret Garden Party [Details]

    "Big Wednesday" Surf Film Screening at Sole East When:Sun, August 7,7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Where:Solé East Why:The Backyard Restaurant at Solé East will host a casual, pre-screening barbecue and cocktail hour beginning at 7:00 p.m. where food and drink may be purchased. [Details]