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A trip to the beach can turn into a high-flying adventure at WildPlay at Jones Beach. Photo by Jaime Sumersille
Ultimate Summer Staycation Planner for Long Island Kids: 50 Things to Do in Summer 2020
If you're enjoying a Long Island staycation, we've got 50 ideas for summer fun.
Photo courtesy of LI Movie Nights/Facebook
Drive-in Movie Theaters and Pop-up Movie Nights on Long Island
Family-friendly films are popping up at these drive-ins on Long Island and nearby.
Hamptons & North Fork Family Guide
The East End encompasses the Hamptons and the North Fork, both wonderful places to spend relaxing...
Traditional summer camps are offering family cabin rentals and even family camp in 2020.Photo courtesy of Camp Danbee
20 Family Camps with Private Cabin Camping for Summer 2020
Summer camp isn't just for kids. These camps welcome the whole family.
A good book can help kids escape to exciting places this summer, even when stuck at home.
Best New Kids' Books for Summer Reading: Age-by-Age Lists for Preschoolers to Teens
This ultimate 2020 summer reading list has a book for every age and interest.
Pick from an abundance of strawberries at Garden of Eve in Riverhead. Photo courtesy of the farm
Strawberry Picking Farms on Long Island
Ripe, ruby-red strawberries are yours for the picking at these local farms.
Usdan is the nation’s preeminent not-for-profit day camp for the arts.
Suffolk County Summer Day Camps for Long Island Kids
We've rounded up some of our favorite summer camps, from western Suffolk County to the East End.
Bayville Adventure Park, on Long Island Sound, offers exciting attractions for the whole family. Photo courtesy of the park
Best Long Island Beach Towns for Families That Aren't in the Hamptons
These great seaside communities in Nassau and western Suffolk are beautiful, affordable, and easy...
Robert Moses State Park is a popular beach for Long Island families. Photo courtesy of Long Island State Parks
The Best Beaches for Families on Long Island
From Nassau to Suffolk and the East End, these LI beaches offer the best family amenities.
100 Things To Do on Long Island with Kids Before They Grow Up
Here are our picks for the best must-do activities with kids on LI.
Splash amid the sprinklers at Cantiague Park. Photo courtesy of Long Island Playgrounds
Best Spraygrounds Open on LI For Summer 2020
These destinations are a perfect way for kids to cool off on a steamy Long Island day.
Come July, farm-fresh blueberries are ready for pick-your-own fun atWindy Acres Farm.
Berry Farms on Long Island for Pick Your Own Blueberries, Blackberries, and More
Kids will find berries ripe for the picking at these popular LI farms.
Christopher Morley Park boasts an Olympic-sized pool and a kiddie pool. Photo courtesy of the pool
Best Long Island Swimming Pools Open for Summer 2020
Families can enjoy a splash at these public pools open for summer 2020 fun.
What's better than an after dinner family walk along the boardwalk at Long Beach?
7 Long Island Boardwalk Gems Kids Will Love
A stroll along these Long Island boardwalks will delight adults and kids alike.
Pet and bottle-feed the goats at Goodale Farms in Riverhead. Photo by Jaime Sumersille
50 Free Things to Do With Long Island Kids This Summer
These summertime activities are guaranteed to make LI kIds smile, and they won't bust your budget.
Cool down at Geiger Lake Memorial Park's spray playground in Wyandanch. Photo courtesy of the park
25 Things We Can't Wait To Do This Summer with LI Kids
Here are our picks for 25 must-do activities this summer with kids on Long Island.
Ride as a family along Bootleggers Run at Splish Splash.
9 Super Fun Water Parks, Slides, and Pools on Long Island
What better place to cool off than at one of these LI kid-friendly water parks?
Sunny Atlantic Beach Club in Long Island offers plenty of family-friendly fun. Photo courtesy of Sunny Atlantic Beach Club
Beach Clubs In or Near New York City with Kid-Friendly Vibes
Beach clubs in and around NYC offer fun in the sun, plus lots of extras
Westfield South Shore mall's family play space is an ideal pit stop when the kids need a break from shopping.
Free Indoor Play Spaces for Long Island Kids
These no-cost play destinations are ideal for adventurous LI kids.
Patchogue's Main Street closes down on select days in July and August for Family Fun @ Alive After 5. Photo courtesy of the event
Great Summer Fairs and Festivals for Long Island Families
These family-friendly festivals and celebrations will delight kids across Long Island this summer.
Come July, farm-fresh blueberries are ready for pick-your-own fun atWindy Acres Farm.
Berry Farms on Long Island for Pick Your Own Blueberries, Blackberries, and More
Kids will find berries ripe for the picking at these popular LI farms.
Bridgehampton with Kids: Top Attractions for Families
You'll find great beaches, yes, but also a top-notch children's museum, gardens, and mini golf.
Enjoy a picnic and some outdoor music at Old Westbury Gardens' traditional Picnic Pops series. Photo courtesy of the gardens.
The Best Locations for a Family Picnic on Long Island
Pack your picnic basket and go. Here are our picks for LI's best family-friendly picnic...
Enjoy quality time with the animals at the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center.
The Best Animal Farms and Petting Zoos on Long Island
Take your animal-loving Long Island kids to these farms!
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Christopher Morley Park boasts an Olympic-sized pool and a kiddie pool. Photo courtesy of the pool
Best Long Island Swimming Pools Open for Summer 2020
Families can enjoy a splash at these public pools open for summer 2020 fun. READ MORE 
Splash amid the sprinklers at Cantiague Park. Photo courtesy of Long Island Playgrounds
Best Spraygrounds Open on LI For Summer 2020
These destinations are a perfect way for kids to cool off on a steamy Long Island day. READ MORE 
Take a leisurely familly hike at Rockefeller State Park. Photo by Sara M
17 Day Trips Near NYC for Summer 2020 Adventures
Craving a summer day trip? Here are our top family-friendly picks.READ MORE 
Make a small business by opening a lemonade stand.
Ultimate Summer Play List: 100 Fun Activities for Kids
Get the summer fun started with 100 (mostly) FREE ways to pack more play into your day.READ MORE 
NYC begins to prepare for a hot summer with closed beaches. Photo courtesy of NYC Parks
NYC Beaches Are Closed; These Beaches are Open in NY, NJ, and CT
From the Jersey Shore to the Long Island Sound, these beaches are opening.READ MORE 
Hamptons & North Fork Family Guide
The East End encompasses the Hamptons and the North Fork, both wonderful places to spend relaxing...READ MORE 

Outdoor Fun for Long Island Kids

Robert Moses State Park is a popular beach for Long Island families. Photo courtesy of Long Island State Parks
The Best Beaches for Families on Long Island
From Nassau to Suffolk and the East End, these LI beaches offer the best family amenities. READ MORE 
Set up a kiddie pool and mega sprinkle for backyard summer fun. Photo by Ally Noel
Top Bounce Houses, Kiddie Pools, and More Backyard Inflatable Fun
Hours of outdoor fun await with these 16 kid-tested picks.READ MORE 
Run through the tunnel to get their energy out! Photo courtesy Melissa and Doug
Cheap Outdoor Toys and Outdoor Games for Kids
It’s time to break out the outdoor games! Some of these can even be used indoors.READ MORE 
A cheap roll of tinfoil, an incline of some sort, and water is all you need for a tinfoil river. Photo by Ally Noel
25+ Water Games for Kids To Play All Summer Long
Splish-splash! We've got 25+ fun water games to try with the kids. READ MORE 
Summer camp is a great way for kids to make new friends and learn new skills
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Long Island Summer Camp Guide
Find a great summer camp in Long Island, New York, for your child, including nature camps, STEM...READ MORE 
Enjoy the tropical island atmosphere and outdoor seating at Pop's Seafood Shack and Grill in Island Park.
Great Outdoor Restaurants for Long Island Families
Enjoy a meal and a great view at these Long Island eateries. READ MORE 

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Fishing on Long Island: 14 Holes For Kids and Families to Drop a Line
These LI fishing destinations are sure to net a fun day. READ MORE 
Private Family Experiences, Tours, and Charters for Socially Distant Fun Near NYC
Book one of these exclusive experiences for a safe, fun diversion. READ MORE 
Lakeside Getaway at Cathedral Pines Campground in Maine
Far, far away (about 26 miles from the Canadian border), you will find an enchanted place anchored...READ MORE 
10 East Coast Beach Camping Sites from Florida to Maine
Is there anything better than waking up to the sound of the ocean?READ MORE 
How to Create a Homeschool Pod or School Pod: Top Things to Consider
Pandemic pods are one more option for a fraught school year.READ MORE 
Governor Clears New York Schools to Reopen for Fall 2020
Schools can reopen for in-person classes this fall.READ MORE 
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