Celebrate the Autumn season at the Sands Point Preserve's Fall Fun Fest with activities for children of all ages. Photo courtesy of Sands Point Preserve

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9/3/23 - By Jaime Sumersille

It’s fall festival season on Long Island, and we’ve put together a list of some of the best festivals on Long Island in September and October. Grab the family, throw on a sweater, and enjoy this in-between season before the real chill sets in.

No matter where you live–Nassau, Suffolk, or the East End–autumn on Long Island is beautiful, and there’s plenty of family fun to be had. Check out our Fall Fun Guide for more ideas, like pumpkin picking and corn mazes.

As always, click through our listings for full details, including recommended ages, costs, and times.

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