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Thomas and Friends Come to Life at LICM this Summer with Kids
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Family fun is always plentiful at the Long Island Children's Museum in Garden City. Summer's arrival brings with it an interactive Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails exhibit, plus some seasonal outdoor fun, making this a perfect time to revisit the local kiddie culture spot, one of our favorite Long Island museums for kids.
Read on for all the details and start planning your next LICM visit. After all, this Long Island gem checks in at No. 31 on our epic summer bucket list.
Top Birthday Party Places on Long Island for Kids
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Our roundup of Long Island's best birthday party places has venues sure to please kids of all interests—from princesses to tumbling tots and animal enthusiasts to adventure-seeking teens.
These Long Island birthday party venues make the planning easy, and almost all include a host, setup and cleanup, food, and other essentials. The hardest part is picking just one, but don't worry: There's always next year!
Be sure to check out our Birthday Party Guide for Long Island Kids for even more tips on planning the perfect birthday party for your wee one. It has plenty more birthday party venues, plus ideas for planning first birthdays, birthday parties for preschoolers and toddlers, birthday party venues for active kids, and more.
Best Batting Cages on Long Island to Hone Your Home Run Swing
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Visiting a Long Island batting cage is a great way for little sluggers to get some practice in. Kids can spend a few hours hitting balls and couple it with another activity, as many batting cage facilities also offer go-cart racing and mini-golf.
For more sports-themed fun, be sure to check out our Indoor Play Spaces, Sports Centers & Fun Zones Guide for Long Island.
Summer Festivals and Street Fairs on Long Island for Families
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Fairs and festivals abound on Long Island during the summer months, and that’s great news for families. These outdoor celebrations offer perfect opportunities for old-fashioned family fun.
Some of our picks are annual events, others are just getting started, and some transform our favorite walkable main streets into no-cars-allowed parties. You'll even find some cool extras, from live music to fireworks displays that light up the night. Find more ways to celebrate the season in our Ultimate Long Island Kids Summer Vacation Guide.
4th of July Weekend on Long Island: Fireworks, Festivals, and More Things To Do with Kids
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Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this 4th of July weekend? Read on for details on where to catch the fireworks and other family-friendly events to add to your list.
Kick off the 4th of July weekend with a bang at fireworks displays across Long Island. If you're looking for something to do before the sparklers take flight, consider a trip to one of Long Island's lovely state parks or family-friendly beaches.
We've got fun seasonal picks in our Ultimate Long Island Kids Summer Vacation Guide and our list of the best things to do all month long. As always, our Family Activity Calendar is constantly updated, too.
Family-Friendly Breweries and Beer Gardens on Long Island
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Visiting Long Island breweries can be a great way to enjoy a casual meal and some outdoor fun. Here are a few family-friendly beer gardens and breweries across the island where you can relax with a drink while the kids have a good time.
Parents can wind down without having to find a babysitter, and kids can have fun in an exciting, new atmosphere. At these charming establishments, parents can enjoy a regular beer offering or a seasonal specialty.
If wine is your drink of choice, however, don't miss our guide to kid-friendly wineries on the East End, and visit our Restaurant Guide for Long Island Families for even more picks.
19 Best Free and Fun Things To Do on Long Island July 2024 with Kids
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Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this July? Here are all the family-friendly events and activities you should add to your list–from fireworks and the 4th of July to more summer must-dos.
There are tons of places to check out fireworks for the 4th of July. Meanwhile, the Empire State Fair takes up residence at Nassau Coliseum, Danny Go revs up the audience at The Paramount, and traffic-free streets pop up all across the island.
Read on for all the ways to pack your calendar this month on Long Island!
37 Top Summer Day Trips from Long Island for Families
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Summer day trips from Long Island highlight the vast riches of the area, with fabulous destinations in Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New York City, and upstate New York within striking distance.
The dozens of options we've rounded up below will make a welcome change of scene when you get tired of the same parks, playgrounds, and pools in your neighborhood.
To keep tabs on what's happening back on Long Island, meanwhile, be sure to check out our Summer Fun Guide.
