Wading River, Long Island, New York

The Shoppes at East Wind

Shopping
Landmark
Cultural Venue
4.5(557)

Known For

  • Carousel rides
  • Bakery croissants
  • Ice cream at Tweets
  • Handcrafted gifts
  • Candy shop sweets

Insider Tips

Best Time

Weekend afternoons for family events or early mornings for a peaceful stroll

Ideal For

Family outingsCouples on day tripsLocal shopping spreesCommunity events

Pro Tip

Don’t miss the scarecrow scavenger hunt during fall—kids love it and prizes await.

Editorial Review

Tucked off the main drag in Wading River, The Shoppes at East Wind feels like a small-town crossroads reimagined for modern Long Island. Locals drift between quirky specialty shops, a bakery with croissants that stop you in your tracks, and a carousel spinning under the open sky. Kids dart from the candy store to a wooden play train, parents linger over coffee or ice cream, and everyone pauses to check out seasonal events—scarecrow scavenger hunts, pop-up fairs, or live music that draws the community together. It’s the sort of place where shop owners know your name, and a quick errand turns into an hour of conversation. The vibe is equal parts nostalgic Americana and vibrant local gathering spot, with just enough curated charm to tempt city day-trippers without losing its strong hometown pulse. Here, supporting local isn’t a slogan—it’s built into every smile and small business handshake.

Price Level

$$

Contact

+1 631-929-3500

Hours

  • Sunday: 11AM - 9PM
  • Monday: 11AM - 9PM
  • Tuesday: 11AM - 9PM
  • Wednesday: 11AM - 9PM
  • Thursday: 11AM - 9PM
  • Friday: 11AM - 9PM
  • Saturday: 11AM - 9PM

Frontier Insights

Major destination with tourist appeal

TripAdvisor: Top 10% (#2 of 12)

Tourist Awareness

LevelHigh

TripAdvisor: #2 of 12 things to do in Wading River

Data confidence: high(5 sources)
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