Living in New York, we all know the east end of Long Island. Whether we summer there, play there, visit or have a friend; its all part of our lives. And for good reasons! The east end of Long Island, specifically, the North Fork is one of the most amazing, beautiful places with a ton to offer. Heck, even Dwyane Wade got a place out there!
Known mostly for the summer season and its beaches along the Long Island Sound, the North Fork also has a lot to offer in the fall. Tons of family fun on the farms, vineyards and breweries doing their thing. Now that we’re about to enter the winter season and holidays are upon us, there is a great reason to visit the North Fork!
The reason is Shellabration! Greenport Shellabration, held the first weekend of December in Greenport Village, is an annual culinary celebration that showcases local shellfish and benefits Cornell Cooperative Extension Marine Program’s Back to the Bays Initiative and SPAT Program. Your contribution and participation helps fund CCE Marine’s habitat and shellfish restoration efforts, and public outreach and education initiatives. 2024 marks the 13th anniversary Shellabrating with over 1,000 supporters each year!
On Shellabration weekend, Greenport’s beloved restaurants offer special discounted food + drink pairings that support local seafood and beverage companies. What better way to check out all the restaurants in one tour?! Many boutiques and other merchants also offer special discounts and some even donate a portion of their proceeds directly to CCE Marine Program. Your Wristband allows you access to all of these deals and discounts. And you’ll kick off the day with complimentary raw bar oysters and drink tasting upon check in!
It’s a great way to explore the historic maritime culture of Greenport, eat local, and enjoy time with friends and family!
For more information and tickets, visit https://shellabrationcce.org/