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Planting Fields hosts a fun-filled weekend of family-friendly activities in honor of Arbor Day. Photo courtesy of the arboretum
Earth Day, Spring Fests, and More Things To Do on Long Island this Weekend with Kids
These are the best kid-friendly events to check out on LI this weekend.
Cherry blossoms usher in the spring season at the 200-acre Old Westbury Gardens. Photo courtesy of Old Westbury Gardens
Where To See Cherry Blossoms and Cherry Blossom Festivals on Long Island
These LI cherry blossom fests are great places to take beautiful photos with your fam.
Close to 500,000 tulips and other spring bulbs will bloom at Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden. Photo by @nics photography
Best Spring Festivals on Long Island for Kids and Families
Head outdoors to enjoy family fun at these spring celebrations.
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
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Get outdoors and explore the magnificent 216-acre Sands Point Preserve this spring. Photo by Jaime Sumersille
29 Spring Bucket List Ideas for Kids on Long Island
Get out and enjoy the season's best on LI with these family-friendly picks.
Discover the trails at Quogue Wildlife Refuge for a day of free, outdoorsy fun. Photo by Jaime Sumersille
100 Free Things To Do on Long Island with Kids
Here's our mega-list of free things to do on LI with kids.
The Ausable Chasm has been described as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks and it's one of our top 100 things to do in New York State with kids. Photo by Anna Fader
Ultimate New York Bucket List: 100 Things To Do with Kids in NY State
Your ultimate bucket list of the best things to do in NY as a family.
Spring is in the air and Heritage Farm & Garden is celebrating with a tulip festival in Muttontown.
Easter Egg Hunts and More Best Things To Do on Long Island April 2025
April's top events on LI include eclipse parties, spring festivals, and lots more.
Kids can hop on tricycles and ride around the indoor track at L.I. Salty Kids Cove.
21 Best Kids' Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Suffolk County
Enjoy bounce houses, indoor games, and more at these great LI play venues.
Get off Long Island and explore Governors Island with your kids this spring. Photo by Diana Kim
29 Spring Day Trips from Long Island for Families
Enjoy these great family-friendly destinations on and near LI this spring.
Xplore Family Fun Center's birthday parties include pizza, drinks, and arcade cards. Photo by the author
Top Birthday Party Places on Long Island for Kids
Start your party planning at one of these top-notch local venues.
Speed down the slides at Bellmore's Planet Play.
Top Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Nassau County
Get the kids out of the house and into some fun at these LI play destinations.
Deer Park's Sky Zone includes a sports court with trampolines. Photo by Kaylynn Chiarello Ebner
Trampoline Parks and Inflatable Fun Centers on Long Island
Fly high at these LI adventure destinations that are perfect for young thrill-seekers.
Kids eat free at participating IHOPs beginning at 4pm each afternoon. Photo courtesy of IHOP
Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free on Long Island
There's plenty to eat and little to pay at these family-friendly LI eateries.
Photo of Liddle Bites play space in Long Beach by Lisa Fogarty for Mommy Poppins
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Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for Long Island Kids
Best play spaces, indoor romper rooms, and more for Long Island kids.
Jones Beach Energy and Nature Center's interactive exhibits are free. Photo by Gina Massaro
Top Free Things To Do Indoors on Long Island: Free Places To Play Indoors
These great indoor play spaces on LI are absolutely free.
Bounce! in Syosset is a trampoline adventure destination that includes a toddler playground for younger kids. Photo by Jennifer Voit
15 Family Fun Centers on Long Island
These indoor amusement park will help kids burn off their boundless energy.
The Vanderbilt has a planetarium, an expansive mansion, and a museum, making it a great place to explore on a rainy day. Photo by Kristen Markel
25 Things To Do Indoors on Long Island on a Rainy Day
Check out these great ways to have fun on LI when the weather outside is frightful.
Find free fun for Long Island kids at the free play space at the Broadway Mall. Photo courtesy the mall
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Guide to Free Things to Do with Long Island Kids
Find the best FREE kids activities on Long Island.
Families gather at Northport Park as the sun sets on the scenic Northport Harbor. Photo by the author
Best Cute Towns on Long Island with Walkable Main Streets
Take a picturesque stroll in one of these quaint LI towns.
A day at Sunken Meadow State Park can feature playground games, a walk on the beach, and more. Photo by Kimberly Chacon
Best Playgrounds on Long Island for Kids
These are our picks for destination-worthy playgrounds across Long Island.
Speed down the slides at Bellmore's Planet Play.
Top Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Nassau County
Get the kids out of the house and into some fun at these LI play destinations.
Celebrate with a themed birthday at Sippy Cups. Photo by the author
Fun Indoor Birthday Party Places for Kids on Long Island
These LI indoor birthday party places are perfect for your kid's special day.
These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day
Turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.
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Guide to Classes for Long Island Kids
Have fun with these awesome classes for kids on Long Island.
Kids eat free at participating IHOPs beginning at 4pm each afternoon. Photo courtesy of IHOP
Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free on Long Island
There's plenty to eat and little to pay at these family-friendly LI eateries.
Winding paths, ponds, and streams line the lush grounds of Clark Botanic Gardens.
17 Secret Long Island Spots Kids Love
Go off the beaten path for a meditative walk, to hand feed birds, or explore a hidden shoreline.
Encourage an introduction to STEM education at the Long Island Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of LICM
Best Long Island Science Museums for Kids
Cultivate your child's scientific curiosity at these great STEM centers on LI.
Learn to surf at Montauk's SurfLuca or another surf school. Photo courtesy of the school.
100 Things To Do on Long Island Before Kids Grow Up
Here are the absolute must-do activities with kids on LI.
Host an affordable birthday party at Whimsical Vine Party Hall. Photo by Chofit the Man to Call via Pexels
Inexpensive Birthday Party Room Rentals on Long Island
Plan an affordable and fun bday at one of these LI venues.
Babies 2 and younger can pet the goats, alpacas, and ponies for free at Fink’s Country Farm.
12 Free Places to Play on Long Island with Babies and Toddlers
These no-cost destinations on LI will delight your little one without denting your wallet.
Photo of Liddle Bites play space in Long Beach by Lisa Fogarty for Mommy Poppins
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Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for Long Island Kids
Best play spaces, indoor romper rooms, and more for Long Island kids.
Enjoy the engaging exhibits at the Long Island Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of LICM
Best Museums for Kids on Long Island
Explore, play, and learn at these Long Island museums.
Keep the kids busy at Applebee's with games on a tableside tablet. Photo by Anne Caminiti - Momee Friends of Long Island www.momeefriendsli.com
Long Island Restaurants with Fun Entertainment for Kids
These Long Island dining destinations will keep your kids smiling over dinner.
Photo by Dora Somosi via Instagram
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Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for Long Island
There are 52 weekends a year, that's more than four-dozen opportunities to take a mini-vacation.
Grab the brass ring and get a free ride at Greenport's carousel. Photo by Jaime Sumersille
Top Attractions in Long Island: Best Things to See and Do With Kids
From Manhasset to Montauk, here are some great things to do with kids.
Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander
67 Easy Science Experiments for Kids To Do at Home
Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.
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stART Studio at CMEE
Children's Museum of the East End - 9:45 AM
Tulip Festival at Heritage Farm & Garden
Heritage Farm & Garden - 10:00 AM
Tulip Festival at Waterdrinker
Waterdrinker Farm - 10:00 AM
Release the Kraken! Scavenger Hunt at The Whaling Museum
The Whaling Museum & Education Center - 11:00 AM
Owl Prowl at the Science Museum of Long Island - SOLD OUT
Science Museum of Long Island - 6:30 PM
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Camps 'R' Us Open Houses
Camps 'R' Us Baldwin - various times
Arbor Day Family Festival at the Planting Fields Arboretum
Planting Fields Arboretum - 10:00 AM Pick
Spring Appreciation Day in Stony Brook
The Ward Melville Heritage Organization - 10:00 AM Pick
Slime Workshop at the Children's Museum of the East End
Children's Museum of the East End - 10:00 AM Pick
Arbor Day Celebration at Bayard Cutting Arboretum
Bayard Cutting Arboretum - 10:00 AM Pick
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4H Equine & Agriculture Program Spring Fling at Metropolitan Equestrian
Metropolitan Equestrian - 10:00 AM
Arbor Day Family Festival at the Planting Fields Arboretum
Planting Fields Arboretum - 10:00 AM Pick
Kite Festival at Robert Moses
Robert Moses State Park - 10:00 AM Pick
Sakura Matsuri: Cherry Blossom Festival
Charles B. Wang Center - 12:00 PM Pick
Opening Weekend at the Oyster Bay Railroad Museum
Oyster Bay Railroad Museum - 12:00 PM Pick
Children's Story and Craft Time at The Next Chapter
The Next Chapter - 10:30 AM Pick
Tulip Festival at Heritage Farm & Garden
Heritage Farm & Garden - 10:00 AM
Greenport Cherry Blossom Festival
Greenport Village Hall - various times
Tulip Festival at Heritage Farm & Garden
Heritage Farm & Garden - 10:00 AM
Nassau County Museum of Art Exhibition: Deco at 100
Nassau County Museum of Art - 1:00 PM
Greenport Cherry Blossom Festival
Greenport Village Hall - various times
Music and Movement at LICM
Long Island Children's Museum - various times
Exhibit: Moon to Mars at the Long Island Children's Museum
Long Island Children's Museum - various times
Baby & Me at CMEE
Children's Museum of the East End - 9:30 AM
Tulip Festival at Heritage Farm & Garden
Heritage Farm & Garden - 10:00 AM
POP Tots at LICM
Long Island Children's Museum - 11:30 AM
Little Learners Art Lab at LICM
Long Island Children's Museum - 11:30 AM
Greenport Cherry Blossom Festival
Greenport Village Hall - various times
Nassau Reptile Expo
Globall Sports Center - 9:30 AM
Weekly Storytime at Carle Place Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble - 10:00 AM
Tulip Festival at Heritage Farm & Garden
Heritage Farm & Garden - 10:00 AM
Release the Kraken! Scavenger Hunt at The Whaling Museum
The Whaling Museum & Education Center - 11:00 AM
Nassau County Museum of Art Exhibition: Deco at 100
Nassau County Museum of Art - 1:00 PM

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Waterdrinker Farm hosts the Easter Bunny and a hunt for the golden egg this weekend. Photo courtesy of the farm
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Connecticut's Mohawk Mountain Ski Area offers endless opportunities for fun in the snow. Photo courtesy of the Mohawk Mountain
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