Arts & Entertainment

Drive-In Concerts Come To TOBAY Beach With Numerous Tribute Bands

Fans of Elton John, Dave Matthews, Eagles and more can spend a fun evening out with the family this summer.

TOBAY BEACH, NY — Long Island's first-ever drive-in concert series is coming to TOBAY Beach in the Town of Oyster Bay this summer as the region gradually restarts the economy in the coronavirus era. And residents can expect to see a lot of tribute bands.

Joseph Saladino, the town supervisor, and the town board announced the music series Friday. All concerts are free, open to residents only and begin at 8 p.m. in the parking lot. A wide variety of music genres are expected to play, including family-friendly country and rock musicians.

Residents can bring a cooler.

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"The best things in life are free, especially when it comes to the Town of Oyster Bay’s free summer concert series," Saladino said in a news release. "You and the family can enjoy the ocean breeze and sounds of Rock, Country, Mo-town and more without spending a dime. Bring your family and friends, a cooler to TOBAY Beach and join us at these drive-in concerts all summer long."

Drive-In Summer Concert Series Calendar:

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  • Wednesday, July 1
    • The Fast Lane - Eagles Tribute Band
  • Tuesday, July 7
    • Simply Diamond - The Ultimate Neil Diamond Tribute featuring Brian LeBlanc
  • Thursday, July 9
    • Dr. K's Motown Revue - America's #1 Authentic Motown Revue Band
  • Saturday, July 11
    • Shades of Bublé - A Three-Man Tribute To Michael Bublé
  • Tuesday, July 14
    • The Doobie Others - Tribute to The Doobie Brothers
  • Thursday, July 16
    • Disco Unlimited - The hottest disco show and dance band on the East Coast
  • Saturday, July 18
    • Big Eyed Phish - The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
  • Tuesday, July 21
    • Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot - Celebrating the music of Billy Joel and more
  • Thursday, July 23
    • Petty Rumours - A Tribute to Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks
  • Saturday, July 25
    • Freebird - The Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Band
  • Tuesday, July 28
    • Decadia - 80's and Beyond
  • Thursday, July 30
    • Southbound - Rock'n Party Country Band playing the hits of Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Zac Brown, Kenny Chesney & more!
  • Saturday, Aug. 1
    • The Rocket Man Show - Tribute to Elton John
  • Tuesday, Aug. 4
    • The New York Bee Gees Tribute Show - All of the classic 70s disco hits from Stayin’ Alive to Night Fever
  • Thursday, Aug. 6
    • Last Child - Aerosmith Tribute Band
  • Saturday, Aug. 8
    • Let’s Hang On - ­Americas #1 Frankie Valli Tribute Band

Vehicles will be admitted to the parking lot on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 7 p.m. on the day of the event. For safety reasons, concertgoers must remain in their cars, though portable restrooms will be available.

Attendees are asked to consider donating a nonperishable food item upon arrive at the venue. All donations will benefit Island Harvest Food Bank.

Performances are subject to change and will be held weather permitting. For additional information, call 516-797-7925 or visit the town's website.

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