From Veterans Day commemorations and fascinating museum exhibitions to the Parade of Lights and holiday celebrations, November is a wonderful time to experience Southampton Village.
There's something particularly special about Southampton Village in November. The pace changes, the streets feel a little quieter, and the traditions that bring this community together take center stage.
One of the things I love most about the Hamptons is how much there is to discover beyond the summer season. Southampton Village is a perfect example. With its remarkable history, vibrant arts community, beautiful architecture and longstanding traditions, it's a place that continues to offer something interesting throughout the year.
This November, the calendar is especially meaningful, beginning with Veterans Day and the ongoing restoration of one of the Village's most important landmarks, and ending with the festivities that officially welcome the holiday season.
Here's what's happening in Southampton Village in November 2026 — and a few events worth putting on your calendar.
A Southampton Landmark Worth Preserving: The Agawam Park Memorial
At the heart of Southampton Village, Agawam Park has been a gathering place for generations. Its World War I monument, dedicated in 1923, honors Southampton residents who served during the war and has been the setting for Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies for more than a century.
Today, this important piece of Village history is preparing for a much-needed restoration.
Over time, many of the names inscribed on the monument have become difficult to read, and the structure itself has deteriorated. The approximately $1.2 million restoration project will address the damaged floor, roof and inscriptions, helping preserve the memorial for future generations.
Thanks to a $675,000 New York State grant and more than $500,000 raised through community contributions, the project is largely funded. The Village's Fall 2026 newsletter reports progress toward the restoration, including a contractor selection process.
What I find especially meaningful is the community effort behind it. Residents, organizations and supporters have come together to help protect a landmark that tells an important part of Southampton's story.
It's a reminder that the character of the Hamptons isn't simply found in its beautiful homes and landscapes. It's also in the history and traditions people work so hard to preserve.
Read more about the monument restoration on 27east.
November 5–14: Discover Southampton's Military History
For anyone interested in history, the Southampton History Museum has a particularly timely exhibition this month.
Artifacts of Honor: Veterans' Uniforms & More brings together military uniforms, personal belongings, memoirs and memorabilia from the museum's collections, offering a fascinating look at the individuals and families whose service helped shape Southampton's history.
Among the highlights are a Civil War-era cap belonging to Alonzo Foster, the World War I uniform of Leland Burnett and uniforms representing several branches of military service during World War II.
The museum has also recently welcomed an important donation from the Wobst family, including artifacts from three brothers who served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II and a uniform representing the family's next generation of military service.
These personal histories make the larger story of service feel especially immediate.
- When: November 5–7 and November 11–14, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Where: Southampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Lane
Explore the exhibition and visitor information.
November 8: Honoring Veterans Through Their Stories
Another event worth attending takes place at the Southampton Arts Center on Jobs Lane.
Honoring Veterans by Sharing Their Stories presents three short films from the USA Warrior Archive, followed by a conversation with veterans and family members whose experiences bring history to life.
The program includes Susan E. Soto, John Melillo and Sandy Raynor, daughter of Arthur Muller, with the discussion moderated by USA Warrior Stories founders Matt Hindra and Nick Kraus.
I particularly like the idea behind this event: preserving history through the voices and experiences of the people who lived it.
- When: Sunday, November 8, 3–5 p.m.
- Where: Southampton Arts Center, 25 Jobs Lane
- Admission: Free; registration available online
Event details and registration.
November 11: Veterans Day in Southampton Village
Veterans Day is always a meaningful occasion in Southampton Village.
The annual parade and ceremony traditionally bring residents together to honor those who have served, with a procession along Jobs Lane and a gathering at Agawam Park.
The monument's restoration makes this year's observance especially poignant. For more than 100 years, the memorial has provided a place for the community to remember and reflect. Preserving it ensures that tradition can continue.
- When: Wednesday, November 11
- Where: Southampton Village and Agawam Park
The 2026 parade time and program should be confirmed with the Village before attending.
November Arts & Culture: Plenty to See and Experience
Beyond the Veterans Day commemorations, November brings a wonderful mix of exhibitions, performances and theater to Southampton Village.
The Southampton Cultural Center and Southampton Arts Center have particularly interesting programs this month, with opportunities to enjoy everything from work by regional artists to live music and theater.
A few highlights:
Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
Nov. 6, 5–7 p.m. | Southampton Artists Association fall exhibition reception | Southampton Cultural Center |
Nov. 6–15 | Southampton Artists Association fall exhibition | Southampton Cultural Center |
Nov. 7–8 | Deep Down in Brooklyn by Ed German | Southampton Cultural Center |
Nov. 14 | Pianist Huiping Cai, Liliane Questel Recital Series | Southampton Cultural Center |
Through Dec. 27 | East End Collected 9 | Southampton Arts Center |
Nov. 20–Dec. 13 | A Colonial Christmas | Southampton Cultural Center |
I'm particularly interested in East End Collected 9, which offers another opportunity to experience the creativity of artists connected to the East End.
And for something completely different, A Colonial Christmas brings a little historical comedy to the holiday season, transporting a modern family back to George Washington's camp on Christmas Eve in 1776.
It's a great reminder that the Hamptons' cultural calendar doesn't end with Labor Day.
November 28: Southampton's Parade of Lights & Holiday Tree Lighting
If there's one date I'd mark on the November calendar, it's Saturday, November 28.
Southampton Village's annual Parade of Lights and holiday tree lighting is one of those traditions that makes the beginning of the holiday season feel particularly special.
The Village's volunteer fire and EMS departments lead the festivities with beautifully decorated vehicles, followed by the lighting of the holiday tree in Agawam Park, seasonal music and fireworks.
Here's the evening's schedule:
- 4:30 p.m.: Parade of Lights featuring decorated fire and EMS vehicles
- 5:30 p.m.: Holiday tree lighting in Agawam Park, with music from Southampton High School's Voices of Southampton
- Following the lighting: Fireworks
- Throughout the evening: Holiday window displays around the Village
The day also marks the 25th anniversary of Southampton Village's police building on Windmill Lane, with a commemorative ceremony planned ahead of the parade.
Visit the Southampton Christmas Decorations Committee for event information.
A Little Holiday Shopping, Too
For anyone who enjoys discovering something unexpected, the Southampton History Museum's Carriage Thrift Shop will be open for holiday shopping November 27–29.
It's another reason to spend some time exploring Southampton Village over Thanksgiving weekend.
And while you're there, take a walk along Jobs Lane and Main Street, enjoy the holiday decorations and visit some of the shops, galleries and restaurants that make the Village such an appealing destination throughout the year.
Why Southampton Village Is Special Year-Round
The Hamptons may be famous for summer, but some of the things I appreciate most about living here are the experiences that happen throughout the rest of the year.
Southampton Village has a remarkable combination of history, architecture, arts, shopping, dining and community traditions. Its walkable streets, historic homes and proximity to the ocean make it a compelling place to live, whether for a weekend, a season or all year long.
And November is a particularly good reminder of that.
From honoring veterans and preserving important landmarks to celebrating the arts and welcoming the holiday season, there's a genuine sense of connection that makes Southampton Village so special.
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