STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — From live theater and music tributes to historic tours and family-friendly festivals, this weekend’s lineup is packed with fun activities.
Here’s your guide to what’s happening this weekend on Staten Island.
Multi-day Events
Back to Before | Nov. 20-22 at 7 p.m.; Nov. 23 at 3 p.m.
Join Spotlight Theatre SI for a special performance of “Back to Before,” a musical celebration honoring the unforgettable songs of Ahrens & Flaherty, at the SI Playhouse at Empire Outlets.
Cost: $30 (tickets here)
Location: The SI Playhouse at Empire Outlets, 55 Richmond Terr. Level 3, Staten Island, NY 10301
Three Tall Women | Nov. 21, 22 at 8 p.m.; Nov. 23 at 2 p.m.
Experience Edward Albee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play “Three Tall Women” at Sea View Playwrights Theatre. This powerful drama explores memory, aging, and identity through the lives of three women at different stages of life. Starring Regina Paleau, Cheryl Grogan Wagner and Emma White, and directed by Craig Stoebling, the production offers a compelling look at what shapes who we become.
Cost: $25 general admission, $22 students/seniors
Location: Sea View Playwrights Theatre, 461 Brielle Ave., Staten Island, NY 10314
Scenes from the Staten Island Ferry 2025 | Nov. 21, 22 at 8 p.m.; Nov. 23 at 3 p.m.
“Scenes from the Staten Island Ferry Fall 2025″ is Sundog Theatre’s presentation of seven new and original one-act plays about everyone’s favorite boats, the Staten Island Ferries. This year, the theme is “It’s About Time!”
Cost: $30 general admission, $25 seniors/students (tickets here)
Location: New Dorp Moravian Theatre at the Parish House, 2205 Richmond Road, Staten Island, NY 10306
Friday, Nov. 21
Astronomy: Autumn Sky | 5-6 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a survey of the November night sky. Rangers will provide an overview of the science, history, and folklore of astronomy and our universe, followed by guided observations through telescopes and binoculars. Gaze into the infinite on the weekend of the year’s only micro new moon and try to catch some lingering meteors from the passing Leonids meteor shower.
Cost: Free
Location: Forest Hill Road and Alaska Place in LaTourette Park & Golf Course, Staten Island, NY 10306
EagleMania – The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band | Doors at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m.
EagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles. EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles. The EagleMania show consists of the Eagles’ greatest hits, as well as select Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh solo efforts.
Cost: $25-$49 (tickets here)
Location: St. George Theatre, 35 Hyatt St., Staten Island, NY 10301
An Evening of Hope Gala |7–11 p.m.
Celebrate 27 years of compassion and care at the Global Medical Relief Fund’s An Evening of Hope gala at LiGreci’s Staaten. Enjoy an elegant evening while supporting GMRF’s mission to assist children worldwide who are victims of war, natural disasters and catastrophic injuries. Stacey and Peter Montanti serve as event co-chairs.
Cost: $130 (tickets here)
Location: LiGreci’s Staaten, 697 Forest Ave., Staten Island, NY 10310
Saturday, Nov. 22
Jane’s Walk Fall 2025: Conference House Park Historic Houses Tour | 10:30 a.m.-noon
Step back in time with a guided walking tour of Conference House Park as part of Jane’s Walk Fall 2025. Explore two historic homes — the H.H. Biddle House and the Rutan-Beckett House — both built in the 1840s and featuring unique exhibits, from art and history displays to mid-century furnishings. The walk includes park trails and a visit to the Visitor’s Center & Lenape Gallery.
Cost: Free (register here)
Location: Meet at Visitor’s Center & Lenape Gallery, 298 Satterlee St., Staten Island, NY 10307
Solar Astronomy: Light, Seasons, and Tides | 11 a.m.-noon
Ever wonder why the sky is blue, what causes the seasons, or how the moon influences the tides? Join NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers for a daytime astronomy hike at Jennifer’s Playground. Learn the science behind these natural phenomena and view the sun through a solar telescope for a whole new perspective.
Cost: Free
Location: Entrance at Jules Drive and Elson Court, Jennifer’s Playground, Staten Island, NY 10303
Hearth & Harvest Festival | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Experience an exhibition of American Indian life and culture, along with demonstrations of historic recipes from harvest celebrations of the American past. Explore native traditions through presentations of indigenous dance, storytelling, and crafts in the 3rd County Courthouse and the Native Encampment. Meet Evan Pritchard, author of “Native New Yorkers: The Legacy of the Algonquin People of New York.” The festival also features vendors offering handmade wares and Native American food, plus demonstrations of 18th and 19th century hearth cooking techniques throughout the historic village.
Cost: $15 (tickets here)
Location: Historic Richmond Town, 441 Clarke Ave., Staten Island, NY 10306
ShopRite Kidz Cook: Autumn Salad | noon-4 p.m.
Young chefs can join this seasonal cooking workshop at the Staten Island Children’s Museum where they’ll learn to prepare a delicious autumn-themed salad. This hands-on experience allows children to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients while developing basic cooking skills in a fun, interactive environment. The workshop is part of the museum’s ShopRite Kidz Cook program, which promotes healthy eating habits through engaging culinary activities.
Cost: Included with museum admission
Location: Staten Island Children’s Museum, 1000 Richmond Terr., Staten Island, NY 10301
Author Talk: John J. Anselmo – Sicilian Sunset | 2-4 p.m.
Spend an afternoon of intrigue, travel, and Italian flair with author John J. Anselmo as he presents his latest novel, “Sicilian Sunset.” Set primarily in a luxurious beachside hotel in Giardini-Naxos, beneath the picturesque and fashionable town of Taormina, this fast-paced story blends suspense, romance, and the vibrant beauty of Sicily itself.
Cost: $5 for members, $10 for non-members (tickets here)
Location: Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, 420 Tompkins Ave., Staten Island, NY 10305
Sunday, Nov. 23
Geology: Staten Island Rocks! | 1–2:30 p.m.
Take a walk through geologic time with NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers at Wolfe’s Pond Park. Learn about the rocks found along Staten Island’s beaches, how the Ice Age shaped the borough’s landscape, and maybe even discover a fossil or two! This hands-on hike is perfect for nature enthusiasts and curious minds of all ages.
Cost: Free
Location: Entrance at Cornelia Avenue and Chester Avenue, Wolfe’s Pond Park, Staten Island, NY 10312
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