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Best Spring Festivals on Long Island for Families

Close to 500,000 tulips and other spring bulbs will bloom at Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden. Photo by @nics photography
Close to 500,000 tulips and other spring bulbs will bloom at Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden. Photo by @nics photography
3/29/24 - By Jaime Sumersille

Spring is in the air on Long Island, and local destinations are ready to celebrate the change of seasons with family-friendly spring festivals and street fairs.

These seasonal festivals make for fun outings in the great outdoors with kid-friendly crafts and activities, and they're held in honor of everything from blooms and blossoms to mothers, fathers, and more.

Find more fun ways to welcome the most colorful season in our Guide to Long Island Spring Activities.

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

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Spring Festivals in March and April for Families on Long Island

Flower & Garden Show at Hicks Nurseries

Westbury–FREE
Daily through Sunday, March 31, 2024
Spring is in the air and in full bloom at Hicks Nurseries. Experience the first taste of spring through the power of storytelling using the beauty of nature as the author.  READ MORE

Sayville Spring Fest

Sayville–FREE
Saturday, March 23, 2024
The Sayville Spring Fest includes music, food, family fun, animals, games and more on Gillette Avenue. READ MORE

Tulip Festival at Waterdrinker

Manorville
Saturday, April 13- Friday, May 10, 2024
Close to 500,000 tulips and other spring bulbs are in full bloom at Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden. Celebrate the tulip at the farm's annual Tulip Festival, with photo-ops that pay homage to the flower's Dutch roots, including oversized wooden shoes, a windmill, and more. READ MORE

Spring Appreciation Day in Stony Brook

Stony Brook
Saturday, April 20, 2024
The Ward Melville Heritage Organization and Stony Brook Village celebrate all things spring with this day-long festival in the village center. Enjoy live music, games, a petting zoo, and more family-friendly fun. READ MORE

Spring Farm Festival at the Smithtown Historical Society

Smithtown
Saturday, April 20, 2024
This Smithtown Historical Society's Spring Farm Festival includes sheep shearing, spinning, weaving, woodworking, pottery and wool dying demonstrations, as well as food trucks, barn and carriage tours, pony rides and a petting zoo. READ MORE

Sakura Matsuri: Cherry Blossom Festival

Stony Brook
Sunday, April 21, 2024
Welcome spring to Long Island with the blooming of sakura (cherry blossoms), the sounds of taiko drums, and a wondrous array of Japanese cultural exhibits at the Wang Center. READ MORE

Merrick Chamber Of Commerce Spring Festival

Merrick
Friday-Sunday, April 26-28, 2024
Enjoy crafts, rides, games, and an international festival and food court as the Merrick Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual spring festival. READ MORE

Arbor Day Family Festival at the Planting Fields Arboretum

Oyster Bay
Saturday-Sunday, April 27-28, 2024
Arbor Day at Planting Fields boasts a fun-filled day of family-friendly activities to celebrate the importance of trees and promote environmental conservation. From thrilling tree climbing adventures to engaging children’s activities and live music, there is something for everyone to enjoy. READ MORE
Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend with free admission to Harbes Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm
Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend with free admission to Harbes Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm

Spring Festivals in May for Families on Long Island

Mother’s Day Festival at Harbes Family Farm & Vineyard

Mattituck
Saturday-Sunday, May 11-12, 2024
The Harbes Family Farm celebrates mothers and its season opening this weekend. As a special gift, moms enjoy FREE admission to the Harbes Barnyard Adventure all weekend long.  READ MORE

Fleece and Fiber Festival at Hallockville Museum Farm

Riverhead
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Engaging demonstrations and hands-on learning headline the Fiber and Fleece Festival at Hallockville Museum Farm. Don't forget to visit with the resident sheep, llamas, and alpacas—oh my! READ MORE

2024 Bethpage Air Show at Jones Beach

Wantagh
Friday-Sunday, May 24-26, 2024
The Bethpage Air Show returns to Jones Beach on Memorial Day weekend, featuring performances by its showstopping headliners, the United States Navy Blue Angels. READ MORE

Mosaic Street Painting Festival in Riverhead

Riverhead–FREE
Sunday, May 26, 2024
Spark some creativity at the East End Arts Community Mosaic Street Painting Festival, which is a Memorial Day weekend tradition on the North Fork. READ MORE

Greenport Cherry Blossom Festival

Greenport–FREE
Through the end of May, 2024
Each spring the streets of Greenport Village burst into color as dozens of cherry trees come into bloom. Venture on a self-guided walking tour of the village’s 300+ cherry blossom trees. READ MORE
Come to a day of of fun and education at Sweetbriar Nature Center's Butterfly and Bird Festival. Photo courtesy of the center
Come to a day of of fun and education at Sweetbriar Nature Center's Butterfly and Bird Festival. Photo courtesy of the center

Spring Festivals in June for Families on Long Island

Massapequa Community Street Festival

Massapequa
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Lower Broadway transforms into one giant street festival with vendors, rides, games, food, entertainment and more. READ MORE

Butterfly and Bird Festival at Sweetbriar Nature Center

Smithtown
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Sweetbriar Nature Center hosts its Annual Butterfly and Bird Festival to celebrate the opening of the Butterfly Vivarium. Beyond making new fluttering friends, enjoy live music, face painting, animal demonstrations, and craft vendors.  READ MORE

Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival

Mattituck
Wednesday, June 12-Sunday, June 16, 2024
The annual Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival returns for another run this June. Popular annual highlights, including Hulling Night and the fest's famous Strawberry Shortcake, are set to return.  READ MORE

Historical Society of the Massapequas Strawberry Festival

Massapequa
Saturday, June 15, 2024
Enjoy Long Island strawberries, shortcake, and other treats. There are raffles, craft vendors, and free face painting for kids.  READ MORE

Father’s Day Festival at Harbes Family Farm & Vineyard

Mattituck
Saturday, June 15-Sunday, June 16, 2024
Take dad out to Harbes Family Farm in Mattituck this Father’s Day weekend for adventures to remember. As a special gift for dad, Harbes Family Farm offers half priced admission for dads to Harbes Barnyard Adventure all weekend long. READ MORE

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