North Hempstead

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Welcome to North Hempstead

The Town of North Hempstead encompasses over 30 villages and hamlets across 54 square miles on Long Island's North Shore. Known as the heart of the Gold Coast — the setting for The Great Gatsby — it offers waterfront parks, world-class shopping at Americana Manhasset, historic districts in Roslyn and Port Washington, and remarkable diversity from Great Neck to Manhasset.

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Must-See Attractions

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Americana Manhasset

Long Island's premier luxury shopping destination with flagship stores of Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, and Chanel along the Miracle Mile.

Shopping

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Roslyn Historic District

A beautifully preserved village with cobblestone streets, the Roslyn Clock Tower, Roslyn Grist Mill, and 18th-19th century buildings.

Historic Site

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North Hempstead Beach Park

A scenic 32-acre waterfront park in Port Washington with a beach, fishing pier, and stunning views of Manhasset Bay.

Park

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Sands-Willets House

An historic 18th-century home in Port Washington operated as a museum.

Museum

Things to Do

Outdoor Recreation

The Great Gatsby Gold Coast
Americana Manhasset Miracle Mile
Roslyn Clock Tower
North Hempstead Beach Park

Arts & Culture

Art galleries and studios
Live music at local venues
Performing arts
Artist studios & workshops

Food & Drink

Farm-to-table restaurants
Craft breweries & cideries
Local farmers markets
Cozy cafes & bakeries

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Events & Festivals

Annual Events

North Hempstead Town Fair & Fireworks
The town's signature summer celebration with carnival rides, live music, food vendors, and spectacular fireworks.
Port Washington Summer Concerts
Free outdoor concerts on the waterfront featuring tribute bands and local musicians.
Roslyn Village Summer Festival
A community festival on Main Street with live music, artisan vendors, and a classic car show.
Manhasset Street Fair
An annual street fair with over 100 vendors, live entertainment, and carnival games.

Live Music & Arts

Great Neck Winter Festival
A festive holiday celebration with tree lighting, ice skating, caroling, and visits with Santa.
North Hempstead Diwali Celebration
Annual Diwali festival celebrating the South Asian community with music, dance, food, and a lamp-lighting ceremony.