The Water Mill Village Improvement Association would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all underwriters, sponsors, participants, spectators, and volunteers for making our car show a resounding success. It was a wonderful day on the village green, with hot weather and clear skies. Over 130 cars, trucks and motorcycles were on display, and many spectators came out to enjoy the show.
This year, more than 20 dedicated volunteers assisted with setup, show operations and breakdown. We were thrilled to welcome “The Tavern Food Truck” — the food was fantastic!
Our tentative date for the 25th Water Mill Car Show is Saturday, September 12, 2026. More to come in the coming months.
Our gratitude also goes to the New York State Troopers and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department for their support of our community.
Also: Greg’s Garage, Deerfield Millwork, Jeff Jones, Debbie Gates, Daniel McNamara, Herrick Hardware, Richard Duda, Fowler’s Garden Center, Suki Zuki of the Hamptons, Halsey Family Foundation, Buzz Chew Chevrolet-Cadilliac INC, Hampton Coffee Company, The Raynor Group PE, LS, PLLC; Deerfield Guide Service, Nowendonah Landscaping, Peter Cook Architect, Gallagher’s Automotive, The Irrigation Man, Corwith’s Auto Body, Suffolk Cement Products, Chuck Steidle (Coastal Farms), Peter Barylski Landcapes, Creative Touch Landscaping, Landscaping by Renner, Peconic Beverage, Green Thumb Organic Farm, Steven Halsey, Marc D. Zaluski, Ionian Construction, David Finalborgo, Horan Management, John David Rose Architect, Surfmasters Charters, Professional Estate Care, Jackson Dodds and Company, Dick Nilsson/B&N Moving, South Fork Asphalt, Fellingham’s, David Corwith, Richard Corwith, Corwith Farms, the Water Mill Museum, WEHM Radio, WLNG, Nespola Foundation, Maggio Sanitation, Southampton Tire, Dave Hawke and the Strong Oil Company, Number 1 Sanitation, the Southampton Town Police — and, of course, to all of our adult and student volunteers.
If there is anyone we missed, please note we are grateful for your donations and participation in our car show. Thanks to everyone — it truly was a memorable day for all.
Until next year on the Water Mill village green.
Dave Hawke
President, Water Mill Village Improvement Association
Thea Dombrowski-Fry
Chair
Water Mill Car Show 2025
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