For more than a decade, the Riverhead Cardboard Boat Race has challenged participants to transform cardboard, duct tape, and paint into floating works of art. Learn the history of this unique tradition and why families, businesses, and community groups continue to flock to the Peconic Riverfront year after year.

From waterfront dining and live music to locally crafted wines and beers, Seaside Grill has become a beloved gathering place along the Peconic River. In this Member Spotlight, Food & Beverage Director Daniel Lanieri shares his 25-year journey helping shape guest experiences at the Long Island Aquarium campus, the evolution of Downtown Riverhead, and why Seaside Grill continues to be a must-visit destination for locals and visitors alike.

There’s something special about stumbling into art unexpectedly, the kind that makes you pause, look twice, and feel just a little more connected to where you are. That spirit of discovery is at the heart of DETOUR VII, the annual summer exhibition from East End Arts Council, now on view across two gallery spaces on W. Main St. in Downtown Riverhead.

This cozy Main Street spot is much more than a coffee shop. It’s a welcoming community hub offering breakfast, lunch, creative drinks, and even an evolving café-to-cocktail lounge experience.

A new wellness space has officially arrived in Downtown Riverhead, and it’s all about community. Meet Yoga Folk, now open on East Main Street, offering yoga, Pilates, barre, sculpt, and more in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Meet the members! In our Spotlight Series, get to know the people behind Downtown Riverhead’s businesses.

Meet the members! In our Spotlight Series, get to know the people behind Downtown Riverhead’s businesses.

Meet the members! In our Spotlight Series, get to know the people behind Downtown Riverhead’s businesses.

The Riverhead Business Improvement District Management Association (BIDMA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Melissa Martin as its new Executive Director.

Downtown Riverhead Business Improvement District Management Association (BIDMA) has announced a refreshed brand identity and strategic focus that positions Downtown Riverhead as the authentic, walkable heart of the East End.

Meet the members! In our Spotlight Series, get to know the people behind Downtown Riverhead’s businesses.

Meet the members! In our Spotlight Series, get to know the people behind Downtown Riverhead’s businesses.