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2/9/22 - By Jaime Sumersille

Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.

Your kiddos will be chomping at the bit to catch the theatrical adaptation of Lyle the Crocodile at the Long Island Children's Museum this weekend. Check out its Age of Dinosaurs exhibit as well! Disney's Frozen Jr. opens at the Engeman Theater this weekend as well. Or get your fancy pants ready and head to the Long Island Aquarium for a Princess Tea Party.

We've got our eyes on the sky, and any potential snowstorms, so double-check that events are on before heading out. As always, consult our Family Activity Calendar, which offers a flurry of fun, including virtual and streaming options. If we get snow,  Long Island's best sledding hills await.

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Be sure to check with each venue for its COVID guidelines and requirements before heading out to any event, and read more about local public safety protocols here. Some events are getting canceled or postponed at the last minute.

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Things to Do This Weekend on Long Island with Kids

Valentine's Day Monster Bash at Once Upon a Treetop

Plainview
Friday, February 11
It's a Monster Bash Valentine's Day Party at Once Upon a Treetop. Kids can play in the little city, enjoy some crafts and more. READ MORE

Heart Pillow at Westhampton Library

Westhampton—FREE
Friday, February 11
Create a heart pillow in time for Valentine’s Day. READ MORE

Science Saturdays at the Long Island Science Center

Riverhead
Saturday, February 12
Kids can play and explore the interactive technology exhibits in this weekly hands-on, instructor-led workshops offered by the Long Island Science Center.  READ MORE

Guided Winter Hike at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Quogue
Saturday, February 12
Join a Quogue Wildlife Refuge Educator for a guided hike to the ecologically rare dwarf pines ecosystem.  READ MORE

Love Garland at AR Workshop

Bellmore
Saturday, February 12
Kids can visit AR Workshop in Bellmore to create a wood and string Love garland ahead of Valentines Day. READ MORE

Swan Lake Act II at Ballet Long Island

Ronkonkoma
Saturday, February 12
Enjoy a performance on stage of Swan Lake Act II by Ballet Long Island. READ MORE

Disney's Frozen Jr. at The Engeman Theater

Northport
Sunday, February 13
When faced with danger, princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood in Frozen, Jr.. This enchanting musical features all of the memorable songs from the hit Disney film and will thaw even the coldest heart. READ MORE

Bay Street Theater's Family Skating Party

East Hampton
Sunday, February 13
Olympic-themed costumes are optional—but encouraged—at this family skating party that pays homage to Broadway's best. You can belt out tunes while circling the ice and aiding the local Bay Street Theater. READ MORE

Jurassic Jars at LICM

Garden City
Sunday, February 13
Make a light-up jar with a prehistoric landscape, complete with some very special dinosaur friends at the Long Island Children's Museum. READ MORE

Holiday Princess Tea Party at the Long Island Aquarium

Riverhead
Sunday, February 13
The Long Island Aquarium's Sweetheart Princess Tea Party boasts a formal white-glove tea service in the Sea Star Ballroom, complete with finger sandwiches and sweet treats. READ MORE

Lunar New Year Celebration at the Landmark on Main

Port Washington—FREE
Sunday, February 13
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with Landmark on Main Street. Lunar New Year festivities include crafts, activities, food, and a live performance with traditional Chinese music, dance, martial artist and an acrobat. READ MORE

Punk Rock Girl at The Argyle Theatre

Babylon
All weekend
Punk Rock Girl is a new musical featuring a score of popular songs written and made famous by female artists and female-fronted bands including Blondie, Pat Benatar, Avril Lavigne, Joan Jett, P!nk, Gwen Stefani, and more.  READ MORE

Lyle the Crocodile at the LICM Theater at LICM

Garden City
All weekend
This Lyle the Crocodile production is based on Bernard Waber’s classic books. Imagine moving to NYC and discovering a crocodile in your apartment’s bathtub. You learn the crocodile is named Lyle and he becomes a good friend with the folks in the neighborhood, except for Mr. Grumps. Discover how acceptance and friendship can make things better.  READ MORE

Exhibit: Age of the Dinosaurs at Long Island Children's Museum

Garden City
All weekend
The "Age of the Dinosaurs" exhibit features animatronic prehistoric creatures that look, move, and make sounds as they are believed to have millions of years ago.  READ MORE

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