★   July 4th, 2026  ·  Sea Cliff, New York   ★

🇺🇸 America's 250th Birthday
🎂 Colin's 40th Birthday

📍 Sea Cliff, NY  ·  5:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Hosted by Colin & Sara  ·  Stop by for five minutes or stay all night.

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Saturday, July 4th, 2026  ·  5:00 PM – 11:00 PM  ·  Sea Cliff, NY

Food & libations will be served. Fireworks over the bay at dusk.

🦪 Raw Bar & Oysters 🎧 Live DJ 🎆 Fireworks over the Bay 🍽️ Food & Libations 🌊 Sea Cliff Waterfront
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Date

Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Independence Day. Obviously.

Time

5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Fireworks over the bay ~9:30 PM

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Location

Sea Cliff, NY 11579
Long Island's North Shore

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The Occasion

America turns 250.
Colin turns 40.
One of them is taking it better.

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Dress Code

Red, White & Blue
Beach chic — breezy and festive.
Colin will notice your outfit.

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RSVP By

June 4th, 2026
So Sara can plan and Colin can mentally rehearse his entrance.

★ Meet the Talent

On Deck for the Evening

Oyster Shucker at the Raw Bar
🦪 Raw Bar · 5:00 PM

The Master Shucker

Blue Point Oysters from the Great South Bay — shucked fresh on the half shell, all evening long. Armed with a blade, a leather glove, and what can only be described as a calling, our shucker will be stationed at the raw bar from 5 PM. Mignonette, cocktail sauce, lemon. The Sound provides the rest.

Colin has already put in a standing order. He has been informed to pace himself. He will not pace himself.

#TallMuthaShucka
The DJ behind the decks
🎧 DJ · All Evening

The DJ

Beloved Sea Cliff DJ Valentine will be on the decks all night, spinning exclusively on vinyl. A local favorite and all-around excellent human, Valentine will keep the energy right where it should be — easy early, lively late, and locked in through the fireworks.

From 5 PM on, expect a smooth progression from backyard summer hangs to full party momentum. Good records, great timing, and the right vibe all night long.

★ Your Party Destination

About Sea Cliff, NY

Sea Cliff, NY — early 1900s waterfront promenade with steamboat at dock
Sea Cliff waterfront, c. early 1900s  ·  Sea Cliff Village Museum

One Square Mile. 250 Years of America. One Very Good Party.

Perched atop a 120-foot bluff overlooking Long Island Sound, just 25 miles east of Manhattan, Sea Cliff is one of Long Island's most charming villages. Known as the "Volunteer Village" — one square mile, 16 parks, its own beach, and some of the finest Victorian architecture in Nassau County.

On July 4th, the bay views are nothing short of spectacular. The fireworks over Long Island Sound are the stuff of legend. Or they will be, once Colin has finished telling everyone about them.

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Originally "Muskeeta Cove"

Originally inhabited by the Matinecock people. Purchased in the 1600s by Englishman Joseph Carpenter. The name means "cove of grassy flats."

Born as a Camp Meeting Ground

In the 1870s, Methodist families reached the clifftop by cable car for summer retreats. Their tents became cottages, then Victorian mansions.

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The Gold Coast

Sea Cliff sits on the Gold Coast immortalized in The Great Gatsby. Ours is better though.

★ Plan Your Stay

Where to Stay

Sea Cliff is on Long Island's North Shore — about 25 miles from Manhattan, easily reached by car or the LIRR. Below are some wonderful options for guests staying the night.

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★   A Very Special Prize   ★
The Farthest Traveler Gets the Cottage.

Colin and Sara have designated a very special prize for the guest who travels the single greatest distance to attend The 290 Party: a complimentary night at the beach cottage, plus a full breakfast the following morning. Sara will make it. Colin will take credit for it.

Distance will be measured in miles, spirit, and perceived effort. Colin is the sole arbiter of this competition. He has already disqualified himself. Nominations taken at the door — come prepared to argue your case.

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~5 min · Glen Cove

The Mansion at Glen Cove

200 Dosoris Lane
Glen Cove, NY 11542

A 55-acre Gold Coast estate converted from a 1910 mansion. Grand staircases, manicured grounds, and pure Long Island elegance. The closest upscale option to the party — worth every penny for a July 4th weekend to remember.

Visit Website →
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~15 min · Roslyn

The Roslyn Hotel
Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1221 Old Northern Blvd
Roslyn, NY 11576

A sophisticated boutique hotel in historic Roslyn Village. Beautifully appointed rooms, easy North Shore access, and close enough that you can fully enjoy the evening without watching the clock.

Visit Website →
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~15 min · Manhasset

Hilton Garden Inn
Roslyn / Long Island

1575 Northern Blvd
Manhasset, NY 11030

Clean, comfortable, and conveniently located just off Northern Boulevard. A reliable choice for guests who want easy access to Sea Cliff without the splurge — great for larger groups or families.

Visit Website →
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~60 min via LIRR · Manhattan

Stay in Manhattan

Midtown East · Upper East Side
Anywhere near Penn Station or Grand Central

The LIRR runs direct from Sea Cliff Station to Penn Station and Grand Central in ~60–75 minutes. Make a weekend of it — train out for the party, catch the late train home after the fireworks.

LIRR Schedule →

🚂 LIRR — Getting Home After the Fireworks

Heading back to the city? The Long Island Rail Road runs direct from Sea Cliff Station to Penn Station and Grand Central. Below are approximate late-evening departures — always verify with the MTA.

Departs Sea Cliff Penn Station (approx) Grand Central (approx) Notes
~10:02 PM~11:18 PM~11:22 PMRight after fireworks
~10:32 PM~11:48 PM~11:52 PMGood for bonfire crowd
~11:02 PM~12:18 AM~12:22 AMNight owl train
~11:32 PM~12:48 AM~12:52 AMLast reasonable train

⚠ Times are approximate. Always confirm at the MTA website before the night — schedules may vary on holidays.

🚂 Check Official LIRR Schedule →
★ You Are Cordially Summoned

RSVP

Please RSVP by June 4th, 2026 so Sara can plan and Colin can mentally rehearse his entrance.
Stop by for five minutes or stay all night — just let us know you're coming.

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