GUILD HALL SPECTACULAR

Broadway legend Audra McDonald returns to the concert stage for Guild Hall’s Season Spectacular, an intimate evening of show tunes, classic songs, and original pieces written especially for this extraordinary artist who is at the height of her expressive powers. 7 p.m. Guild Hall, East Hampton. Call: 631-324-0806.

PARRISH PARTY

The Parrish Art Museum hosts its Midsummer Party—the first to be held at the new Herzog and De Meuron Building. This not-to-bemissed Hamptons event draws in the mostnoted faces of the art world, for festivities that continue at the After-Ten Party. 6:30 p.m. Parrish Art Museum, Water Mill. Call: 631-283-2118 ext. 133.

HORSEPLAY

The Hamptons’ chic sporting event returns at the Bridgehampton Polo Club, running six consecutive Saturdays. This oh-so-social season promises to be more spirited than ever. 4 p.m. Two Trees Farm, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-237-5388.

ROCK THE DOCK

The Hamptons’ chic sporting event returns at the BriBay Street Theater holds its Rock the Dock benefit bash. Susan Lucci will host the evening, which includes a live auction with guest auctioneer Richard Kind. 6:30 p.m. Long Wharf, Sag Harbor. Call: 631-725-0818.

UNCONDITIONAL LOVE

Join MC Chuck Scarborough and our fourlegged friends at the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation’s fourth annual Unconditional Love Gala. 6 p.m. Home of Sandra McConnell, Southampton. Call: 631-728-7387 ext. 225.

FAMILY AFFAIR

Get in on the family fun at the Children’s Museum of the East End’s fifth annual Summer Family Fair. This year’s theme, CMEE Around the World, will feature international-inspired arts and crafts, performances, games, music, food, and more. 10:30 a.m. Bridgehampton. Call: 631-537-8250.

UNCORKED COOKS

The James Beard Foundation honors Bizarre Foods’ Andrew Zimmern at its Chefs and Champagne summer tasting party, featuring flowing wines and culinary offerings from NY’s finest chefs. 6 p.m. Wölffer Estate Vineyards, Sag Harbor. Call: 212-627-2308.

DESIGN INTERVENTION

Be the first to view the spectacular designs at the Hampton Designer Showhouse Gala Preview Party, presented by Traditional Home magazine. The event, which benefits Southampton Hospital, will feature 25 top interior designers and decorative artists who will turn a lavish shingle-style home into a decorating masterpiece. The show continues through September 2. 6 p.m. Bridgehampton. Call: 631-745-0004.

LONGHOUSE RESERVE

Come celebrate with founder Jack Larson Art + Architecture + Music at this year’s summer benefit, honoring Lisa de Kooning, Richard Meier, and Ai Weiwei. The event will feature performances by Sussan Deyhim and Dickie Landry, and is premiering Alice Aycock, Paper Chase. 6 p.m. East Hampton. Call: 631-324-3568.

Art Southampton returns at the height of the social and cultural season with an outstanding roster of the world’s most respected galleries and two special exhibitions: Warhol by Gallery Valentine and the New York Academy of Art’s exhibition of work by its famed alumni, curated by artist Eric Fischl. 12 p.m. Southampton. Visit: Art-Southampton.com..

Shop till you drop at the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation’s Super Saturday shopping extravaganza. This one-of-a-kind designer garage sale, hosted by Kelly Ripa, Donna Karan, InStyle, and QVC, will feature over 200 designers. 12 p.m. Nova’s Art Project, Water Mill. Call: 917-715-1660.

Join Todd English and friends at the Hamptons Happening Feast to benefit the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation. This delectable event will feature signature dishes from a host of renowned chefs. 6:30 p.m. Private home, Bridgehampton. Call: 212-867-4502.

Experience music at its finest at the Mostly Mozart Festival, hosting more than 30 events, including opera, dance, film, lectures, and, of course, music. The festival continues through Aug. 24. Lincoln Center. Call: 212-721-6500.

Join Alan Cumming at the Watermill Center’s Summer Benefit: Devil’s Heaven. Benefit artists and Watermill International Summer Program participants will create eight acres of installations and performances throughout the grounds of Watermill—a proverbial devil’s playground. 6 p.m. The Watermill Center, Water Mill. Visit: WatermillCenter.org.

Russell Simmons, Danny Simmons, and the board of directors at Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation present the 14th annual Art for Life Hamptons Gala, honoring Tyler Perry and Anne Pasternak and hosted by Soledad O’Brien. 6 p.m. Fairview Farms, Bridgehampton. Call: 718-230-5002.

SUNDAY JULY 28

CHEF’S FEAST

Attend Hayground School’s annual Chefs Dinner, benefiting Jeff’s Kitchen and the Jeff Salaway Scholarship Fund. The dinner will showcase great local chefs and feature a festive cocktail party and VIP dinner in Jeff’s Kitchen. 5:30 p.m. Bridgehampton. Call: 631-537-7068 ext. 113.

HOSPITAL GALA

Join Southampton Hospital for its 55th annual Summer Party, chaired by Jean Shafiroff, Audrey Gruss, Douglas Elliman, Allen & Co., and Barclays. The evening includes cocktails, dinner, and dancing, as well as a silent auction and raffle to benefit the Jenny and John Paulson Emergency Department. 6:30 p.m. Elks Grounds, Southampton. Call: 631-726-8700 ext. 3.

GUILDED GALA

The annual Guild Hall Summer Gala promises an enchanting evening of dancing, dining, and art, as well as an exclusive sneak preview of the exhibition Chuck Close: Recent Works. 5 p.m. Private home, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-324-0806.

LOVE HEALS

The Love Heals event benefits the Alison Gertz AIDS Foundation, empowering young people in the fight against HIV. 6 p.m. Wölffer Estate Vineyards, Sagaponack. Call: 212-867-1117.

STRIDES FOR LIFE

Stretch your muscles for the Lung Cancer Research Foundation’s eighth annual Strides for Life run/walk. The three-mile fun run will be followed by an awards presentation and a 50-yard dash for children. 8:45 a.m. The Cultural Center, Southampton. Call: 646-290-5154.

BOW WOW MEOW BALL

Enjoy an evening at the Animal Rescue Fund’s Bow Wow Meow Ball. The event includes dinner and dancing, and will feature a performance by Peter Duchin and his Orchestra. 6:30 p.m. ARF Adoption Center, Wainscott. Call: 631-537-0400.

THINK PINK

Join the Pink Apron Celebrity Chef event to benefit the Ellen Hermanson Breast Cancer Center at Southampton hospital and other programs. DJ PHRESH will rock the dance floor. 7 p.m to 10 p.m. Wickapogue Road, Southampton. Call: 631-725-2023.

PLAY BALL

Celebrities will step up to the plate at the annual Artists and Writers Celebrity Charity Softball Game, benefiting East End Hospice, East Hampton Day Care Learning Center, Phoenix House, and the Retreat. Past players have included Alec Baldwin and Christie Brinkley. 2 p.m. Herrick Park, East Hampton. Call: 631-329-4398.

HORSIN’ AROUND

The nation’s premier show jumping competition trots back into town for the 38th annual Hampton Classic Horse Show. Watch local equestrians, Olympians, and world-class riders compete, while enjoying boutique shopping, international food, pony rides, and more. The event culminates on Sept. 1 with a jam-packed VIP day featuring events like the FTI Grand Prix and FEI World Cup Qualifier, and the Hermès Hunter Classic. 8 a.m. Bridgehampton. Call: 631-537-3177.