ICYMI: Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society Holds 13th MusicFest

HUNTINGTON, NY — The 13th annual Huntington Lighthouse MusicFest was held on Saturday, and it boasted the largest crowd in its history.

An estimated 1,700 boats, kayaks, paddleboards, and rafts surrounded the Huntington Lighthouse to listen to the sounds of talented musicians and enjoy a summer afternoon, according to the Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society.

Roughly $43,000 was donated toward the continued restoration of the 110-year-old, historic lighthouse.

“Once again, this festival couldn’t happen without our hard-working volunteers, and the support of the entire boating community,” said Pam Setchell, president of the Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society (HLPS). “It is incredible to see how the festival has grown into an event the community looks forward to all summer. We are also grateful to all the safety assets organized by Fred Uvena, Town of Huntington Maritime Services, consisting of Suffolk Marine Bureau, United States Coast Guard (USCG), Lloyd Harbor Bay constables, numerous fire departments and auxiliary services who worked to keep all the boaters and participants safe.”

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