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Get Out: Weekend Planner, August 5-7

There is a lot going on this weekend for the family.

The weekend is almost upon us, so get out and enjoy yourself at one of the many events going on.

1. American Idol Stars in Concert

Where/When: John J. Burns Park, 4990 Merrick Rd., Massapequa, 516-797-7900, oysterbaytown.com., Saturday August 6 @ 8 p.m.

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Why Go: See past American Idol contestants, Melinda Doolittle, Gina Glocksen, Michael Sarver, Alexis Grace and more, part of the Town of Oyster Bay "Music Under the Stars" series.

Pricing: Free.

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2. India Fest

Where/When: Huntington Hilton Hotel, 598 Broadhollow Rd., Melville, 516-569-6261, Sunday August 7 @ noon -10 p.m.

Why Go: Experience Indian culture through food, fashion, Bollywood, music arts and more.

Pricing: Entrance fee free.

3. Huntington Summer Arts Festival: Anderson & Roe

Where/When: , 2 Prime Ave., Huntington, 631-271-8423, huntingtonarts.org, Friday August 5 @ 8:30 p.m.

Why Go: Hear the classical works performed by piano duo Greg Anderson and Elizabeth Roe.

Pricing: Free.

4. Bethpage Chamber of Commerce Family Festival

Where/When: Briarcliffe College-Bethpage, 1055 Stewart Ave., Bethpage, 516-499-6824, bethpagecommunity.com/chamber, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, August 4-6 @ 6 p.m. - midnight.

Why Go: Enjoy rides, games and food.

Pricing: Free.

5. Concert: The Hitmen

Where/When: Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park Beach 20 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay oysterbaytown.com,  Friday August 5 @ 8 p.m.

Why Go: Hear hits from members of superstar acts including The Four Seasons, Tommy James and the Shondells, Carly Simon and others

Pricing: Free.

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