Long Island

Free Long Island Summer Concerts and Outdoor Music Festivals for Families

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Sun, 06/02/2024 - 8:32am

Alive After Five is a series of free street festivals on Thursdays in Patchogue. Photo courtesy of the event

We've rounded up a host of FREE Long Island summer outdoor concerts ideal for kids and families, so all parents need to do is grab some lawn chairs or a picnic blanket.

Our Ultimate Long Island Kids Summer Vacation Guide offers tons more ideas for getting the best out of the warm-weather months. Enjoy!

19 Best Free and Fun Things To Do on Long Island June 2024 with Kids

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 05/31/2024 - 10:27am

Kick off Pride Month at the Babylon Village Pride parade. Photo courtesy of Babylon Pride

Get ready for summer vacation! June on Long Island brings festivals for Juneteenth, Father's Day, Pride Month, ripe strawberries, and some early fireworks.

This month, enjoy outdoor celebrations like the Long Island Pride Parade, the Strawberry Festival at Lenny Bruno Farms, and the Father’s Day Festival at Harbes Family Farm & Vineyard.

Read on for all the ways to pack your calendar this month on Long Island!

75 Free Things To Do on Long Island this Summer with Kids

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Sun, 05/26/2024 - 6:45am

Riverhead's Main Street is the place to be for Alive on 25, an annual street fair with music, food trucks, kids activities, and more. Photo by Jaime Sumersille

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

Does the thought of summer vacation make you dread an ever-diminishing bank account? From summer camps to weekend trips, the next three months can be costly. But summer doesn’t have to drain your wallet. We've compiled this list of 75 free things to do on Long Island this summer with kids. From free outdoor concerts and free summer movies to free museums, classes, and festivals, Long Island offers tons of free activities all summer long.

Find even more bucket list seasonal fun in our Ultimate Long Island Kids Summer Vacation Guide, including our picks for top beach playgrounds and the best family-friendly outdoor restaurants on Long Island.

21 June Summer Festivals and Street Fairs on Long Island

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 05/24/2024 - 11:02am

The Empire State Fair returns to the Nassau Coliseum for several days of nonstop action this June. Photo courtesy of the fair

Sail into the summer festival season this June at these great events across Long Island. Offering tasty fair food, super spinny rides, animal interactions, and more, we've rounded up the best ones to hit up this month.

Looking for other outdoor entertainment ideas? Find tons of other ways to bring the heat in our Guide to Summer Activities.

Memorial Day Weekend 2024 on Long Island: Festivals, Day Trips, and More Things To Do

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 05/24/2024 - 10:15am

Splish Splash, Long Island's largest water park, reopens for the summer season this weekend. Photo courtesy Splish Splash

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

Slip and slide into Memorial Day weekend at Splish Splash as it opens for the season. And, be sure to keep your eye on the sky as the Bethpage Air Show jets into town.

If you're looking to let loose, Big Bounce America continues its run at Broadway Commons in Hicksville, while the Flip Circus dazzles audiences under the big top at Walt Whitman Mall.

Happy Memorial Day from all of us here at Mommy Poppins!

Best Splash Pads, Splash Parks, and Water Playgrounds on Long Island

Submitted by Thien August on Sun, 05/19/2024 - 10:10am

Cantiague Park's splash pad offers water play for all ages.

Hitting up a sprinkler park or splash pad on Long Island takes a lot less preparation than a trip to the beach: Just add sunscreen and let the adventures begin. They hit the spot, too, since there's nothing like jumping through a sprinkler to cool off.

For other seasonal, kid-friendly activities, check out our Ultimate Long Island Kids Summer Vacation Guide, which includes our recommendations for the best beach playgrounds on Long Island.

Have a Bashing Good Time at Farmingdale's iSmash

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 05/17/2024 - 7:19am

The rage rooms at iSmash in Farmingdale can be booked for 20-minute sessions.

Whether you're looking to destroy and decompress or get crafty and creative, iSmash in Farmingdale has your crew covered. This smash-and-splatter paint space brings a unique experience to the heart of downtown Main Street.

After smashing up a bunch of stuff, my teenage boys said it was the best activity they'd ever done, so this place definitely appeals to a certain audience!

If you're looking for more out-of-the-box party ideas, check out our Birthday Party Guide for Long Island Kids.

Best Summer Camps in Suffolk County for Kids

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Mon, 05/13/2024 - 8:17am

Kenwal Day Camp offers a wide range of activities and caters to kids ages 3-16. Photo courtesy of the camp.

Summer camp season in Long Island means new adventures, experiences, and life-long memories for kids across the region. We've rounded up 17 of the top summer camps across Suffolk County that cater to kids of all ages, from infants to teens.

These Suffolk County summer camps offer activities and events that will keep kids happy all summer. Be sure to click through to each camp to verify offerings, including half-day and full-day options, door-to-door transportation, and travel programs for older campers. Many of these local camps hold open house events or offer tours virtually or in-person, so do some legwork and find the one that suits your needs.

Find specialty camps and more in our Summer Camp Guide and Camp Directory.