Recreation

Avoiding powerful currents and dangerous sea life, on August 3rd, 2022 Lori King became the first person (once certified) to swim across the Montauk Channel. Slicing through the surging, frigid waters with minimal protection—swimsuit, swim cap, and goggles—King completed her historic swim in 8 hours, 39 minutes, 45 seconds.  Judging distance over water is difficult. This is certainly...

The annual Shelter Island 5K Run/Walk in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month returns in person this year. The event takes place Saturday, October 15, 11 AM rain or shine. Registration will be $40 for both walkers and runners, kids 12 and under $15. Participants will receive T-shirts, bibs, and a complimentary bbq (while supplies last). Runners may...

The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons, Inc. (ARF) announced today that its annual “Stroll to the Sea” Dog Walk, presented by The One Nine Three Group will be held Saturday, October 8, 2022, from 9 AM to 12 PM. The event is a fun, family outing set amidst the beautiful Hamptons fall foliage with the feel of...

The MightyMan Triathlon will return to Montauk at Fort Pond this Sunday morning, October 2nd. The race will feature several categories, including three different distances: a sprint triathlon, which is a 750 meter swim, 17 mile bike, and 5k run, an Olympic distance race with a 1500 meter swim, 40k bike, and a 10k run, and a Half...

Wine lovers and cycling enthusiasts can come together for a fabulous fall outing at i-tri's 5th annual Hamptons Ride and Wine on October 1st. With a choice of 10-mile and 30-mile routes,  cyclists will tour the Hamptons departing  from the home of Molly Channing, adjacent to Channing Daughters Winery in Bridgehampton.   Participants will finish their rides at the...

The 46th annual Hampton Classic Horse Show, August 28-September 4, drew approximately 1,500 horses. Riders representing 13 countries raved about the Classic’s new Grand Prix Arena and, with its new FEI 5* status, the 2022 Classic had many of these riders calling this the best Hampton Classic ever! American Karl Cook made his first time at the Classic...

The 27th annual Ellen's Run happens on Sunday, August 21 from 9am to 12pm. It's a hybrid event this year - in person on August 21 - a 5K Run/Walk/Virtual event, and takes place rain or shine. The starting point is the Southampton Intermediate School, 70 Leland Lane, Southampton, at 9am.

This August, celebrate the last moments of summer with a one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience aboard a Dom Pérignon-branded yacht on the waters of Sag Harbor and Montauk. For the first time ever, guests are invited to reserve private Dom Pérignon cruises on an 88’ San Lorenzo superyacht while enjoying a sushi omakase concepted by renowned 3-star Michelin chef Masa...

Elevate your next dinner out with Le Launch, a private and luxurious water taxi service in Sag Harbor. Who needs the valet when you cruise up in style to your waterside restaurant? Skip the traffic and enjoy the serenity and scenery of the Hamptons via private water taxi. With seating for up to 14 guests on 2 luxurious...

Vanessa Gordon is a Hampton’s lifestyle and travel expert, author, and founder/publisher of East End Taste Magazine. She also hosts The Hamptons Interactive Brunch. Her articles regularly appear in Modern Luxury Publications, the Independent Newspaper, Thrillist, and others. She has been featured in and quoted in top-tier national media outlets. She lives in Sag Harbor with her husband...