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Dig into Garvies Point Museum's Dinosaur Daze this weekend. Photo courtesy of the museum
Dinosaur Daze, Egg Hunts, and More Things To Do on Long Island this Weekend
Fun events this weekend include egg hunts, dinosaur adventures, and more.
Wander through the gorgeous tulip fields at the Tulip Festival at Waterdrinker Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm
27 Best Things To Do on Long Island April 2023 with Kids
Egg hunts, spring festivals, and more await this April.
Grab a basket full of Easter eggs at the hunt at Benner's Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm
30 Easter Egg Hunts on Long Island
Come prepared to fill your Easter baskets at these great Long Island egg hunts.
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
Find a great summer camp in Long Island, New York, for your child, including nature camps, STEM...
The Easter Bunny is the main attraction at these Long Island brunches and events.
Meet the Easter Bunny at Bunny Brunches and Easter Bunny Pictures on Long Island
Catch up with the Easter Bunny at these LI spots.
Close to 500,000 tulips and other spring bulbs will bloom at Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden. Photo courtesy of the farm
Best Spring Festivals on Long Island for Families
Head outdoors to enjoy family fun at these spring celebrations.
Get off Long Island and explore Governors Island.
27 Spring Day Trips from Long Island for Families
Enjoy these great family-friendly destinations, on and near LI, this spring.
At Long Island's Y camps, campers build friendships. Photo courtesy of the YMCA
Free & Affordable Summer Camps on Long Island
These reasonably priced camp options on Long Island are packed with summer fun.
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.
Enjoy the engaging exhibits at the Long Island Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of LICM
14 Family-Friendly Museums 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.
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Spring Fun Guide for Long Island Kids
The best of the season for Long Island families, from Easter and spring break travel to parks and...
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.
Find free fun for Long Island kids at the free play space at the Broadway Mall. Photo courtesy the mall
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Free Fun Things to Do with Long Island Kids
Find the best FREE kids activities on Long Island, including free classes, outdoor adventures...
Igloo dining is available at Harbor Mist Restaurant.
Outdoor Dining on Long Island: Where to Eat in an Igloo, Greenhouse, and More Family-Friendly Setups
Dine al fresco even in the dead of winter in one of these cozy outdoor setups.
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
100 Things To Do in New York State with Kids Before They Grow Up
Your ultimate bucket list of the best things to do in NY as a family.
A day at Sunken Meadow State Park can feature playground games, a walk on the beach, and more. Photo by Kimberly Chacon
The Best Children's Playgrounds on Long Island
These are our picks for destination-worthy playgrounds across Long Island.
The Vanderbilt is a great place to explore on a rainy day. Photo by Kristen Markel
Indoor Activities for Kids: 25 Things To Do on Long Island on a Rainy Day
There are plenty of ways to have fun no matter what it's like outside.
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Guide to Classes for Long Island Kids
Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in Long Island, from fully virtual enrichment...
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.
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.
Hit one of Long Island's beautiful beaches for playtime in the sand, surf, or on the playground.
100 Things To Do on Long Island With Kids Before They Grow Up
Here are our picks for the best must-do activities with kids on LI.
Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander
64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home
Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.
The Vanderbilt is a great place to explore on a rainy day. Photo by Kristen Markel
Indoor Activities for Kids: 25 Things To Do on Long Island on a Rainy Day
There are plenty of ways to have fun no matter what it's like outside.
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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.
Ready to move? Check out these top Long Island towns for families.
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Moving Guide: Best Long Island Towns for Families
Moving to Long Island? Find the town that's just right for your family.
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Boredom Busters for Kids
Find crafts for kids, games, and more projects to spark kids' imaginations!

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Easter Event at Xplore Port Jefferson
Xplore Family Fun Center - 6:00 PM Pick
SOLD OUT: Owl Prowl at Sweetbriar Nature Center
Sweetbriar Nature Center - 7:15 PM Pick
Creative Arts Contest: Hope & Recovery
Flanders Youth Center - 8:00 AM
The Adventure Park at Long Island Season Opening
The Adventure Park at Long Island - 9:00 AM
Easter Bunny Photos at Roosevelt Field Mall
Roosevelt Field - 10:00 AM
Breakfast With the Easter Bunny at Milleridge Inn
Milleridge Inn - 9:00 AM Pick
Easter Egg Hunt at The Heritage Center
The Heritage Council - 9:00 AM Pick
Breakfast with the Bunny at United Skates of America
United Skates of America - 9:30 AM Pick
Long Beach Easter Egg Hunt
Long Beach Recreation Center Fields - 9:00 AM Pick
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery's Easter Egg Hunt
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium - 10:00 AM Pick
Breakfast With the Easter Bunny at Milleridge Inn
Milleridge Inn - 9:00 AM Pick
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery's Easter Egg Hunt
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium - 10:00 AM Pick
Dinosaur Daze Weekend at Garvies Point Museum
Garvies Point Museum and Preserve - 10:00 AM Pick
Edna the Egg at The Suffolk County Farm & Education Center
Suffolk County Farm & Education Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Egg Hunt & Easter Bunny Photos at Seasonal 'Scapes LI
Seasonal 'Scapes LI - 12:00 PM Pick
Books in the Barn at the Smithtown Historical Society
Smithtown Historical Society - 10:00 AM Pick
Spring Break Events at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium - 10:00 AM Pick
Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day
Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop - Huntington Village - 12:00 PM Pick
Egg Hunt at the Locust Valley Library
Locust Valley Library - 1:30 PM Pick
Spring Learn and Play at the Suffolk County Farm
Suffolk County Farm & Education Center - various times Pick
Spring Break Events at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium - 10:00 AM Pick
Hands-on Workshop for Kids: Create a Circus Under the Stars
Huntington Public Library - 10:30 AM Pick
Spring Discovery Days at Sweetbriar Nature Center
Sweetbriar Nature Center - 9:00 AM
Tiny Tots at Center for Science Teaching and Learning
Center For Science Teaching And Learning CSTL - 9:30 AM
Spring Break Camp at the Long Island Explorium
The Long Island Explorium - 9:00 AM
Vanderbilt Spring Recess Children's Workshops
Vanderbilt Museum - 10:00 AM Pick
Spring Break Events at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium - 10:00 AM Pick
Environmental Explorations - TWO Days, TWO Museum Locations
The Whaling Museum & Education Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Spring Discovery Days at Sweetbriar Nature Center
Sweetbriar Nature Center - 9:00 AM
Tiny Tots at Center for Science Teaching and Learning
Center For Science Teaching And Learning CSTL - 9:30 AM
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery's Easter Egg Hunt
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium - 10:00 AM Pick
Vanderbilt Spring Recess Children's Workshops
Vanderbilt Museum - 10:00 AM Pick
Environmental Explorations - TWO Days, TWO Museum Locations
The Whaling Museum & Education Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Story + Art at LICM
Long Island Children's Museum - 1:00 PM Pick
Spring Discovery Days at Sweetbriar Nature Center
Sweetbriar Nature Center - 9:00 AM

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Go off-trail at one of Long Island’s many parks and preserves. Photo by Gina Massaro
Spring Break 2023: 25 Fun Things To Do on Long Island
Jaime Sumersille, Mar 31 - Keep spring break boredom at bay with these fun picks. READ MORE
Spread your towels on the expansive beach in Seaside Heights. Photo courtesy of Seaside Heights Boardwalk and Beach
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Kaylynn Chiarello Ebner, Mar 30 - Planning a Jersey Shore visit this summer? Here are our curated picks. READ MORE
Easter Scavenger Hunts and Other At-Home Easter Egg Hunt Ideas
Jody Mercier, Mar 30 - Make it an Easter to remember with this unique ideas for Easter scavenger hunts and egg hunts. READ MORE
Dig into Garvies Point Museum's Dinosaur Daze this weekend. Photo courtesy of the museum
Dinosaur Daze, Egg Hunts, and More Things To Do on Long Island this Weekend
Jaime Sumersille, Mar 29 - Fun events this weekend include egg hunts, dinosaur adventures, and more. READ MORE
These bunny slime jars are adorable and icky. In other words, kids adore them. Photo by the author
Easy Easter Crafts for Kids and How to Dye Easter Eggs
Ally Noel, Mar 28 - How to make the cutest crafts and prettiest eggs for Easter. READ MORE
Hop is an Easter movie even tweens and teens will enjoy. Photo courtesy of Relativity Media and Netflix
20 Awesome Easter Movies to Get the Whole Family Hoppin'
Vanessa Leigh, Mar 27 - Watch one of these films with your peeps while you wait for the bunny! READ MORE
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Exploring Long Island with Kids
Long Island is known for its glorious beaches, and no visit here is complete without dipping your toes in the sand. Photo courtesy of Discover Long Island
3 Days on Long Island with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Dad
From the best beaches to the tastiest ice cream, here's a must-do guide for visiting LI.
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
100 Things To Do in New York State with Kids Before They Grow Up
Your ultimate bucket list of the best things to do in NY as a family.
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.
A collaborative effort takes place in LICM's TotSpot. Photo courtesy of the museum
Visiting the Long Island Children's Museum with Kids
This kid-centered museum has activities and exhibits for kids of all ages.
Enjoy the sand and surf at Jones Beach in Nassau County. Photo courtesy of New York State Parks
Plan a Summer Day at Jones Beach with Kids: Top Things To See and Do
Enjoy swimming, mini-golf, great shows, and more Atlantic Ocean fun.
Endless summer festivities and fun await at Patchogue's Great South Bay Music Festival at Shorefront Park. Photo by Benny Migs
Cute Towns on Long Island With Walkable Main Streets
Next time you're itching to explore, take a stroll through one of these local towns.
Getaways from Long Island
Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr
Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families
It's not too late to plan a budget-friendly spring break escape! READ MORE 
Walk The Melville Trail or enjoy the view from the famous author's study on a visit to the Herman Melville's Arrowhead Estate in Pittsfield.
Pittsfield, MA with Kids: 35 Things To Do in The Berkshires Town
Small-town charm, outdoor adventure, and big-city culture make Pittsfield a unique destination. READ MORE 
The waterfront Pridwin Hotel and Cottages offers a serene escape at its family-friendly hotel on Shelter Island.
Family-Friendly Hotels in the Hamptons and North Fork
These kid-friendly hotels in the Hamptons and North Fork are ideal jumping-off spots for adventure. READ MORE 
Get off Long Island and explore Governors Island.
27 Spring Day Trips from Long Island for Families
Enjoy these great family-friendly destinations, on and near LI, this spring. READ MORE 
Pose for a post-card worthy photo in front of the Hershey-themed mural at Tru by Hilton Hershey Chocolate Avenue during your stay.
Hershey, Pennsylvania with Kids: 22 Things To Do on a Sweet Family Getaway
The sweetest place on earth offers plenty of family-friendly fun and chocolate, too! READ MORE 
The H2Oooohh! indoor water park is a highlight of Split Rock Resort. Photo courtesy of the resort
The Best Poconos Resorts for a Family Vacation
Book a vacation in the Poconos for family-friendly activities and all-season getaways. READ MORE