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Live music, selfie stations and more headline Alive on 25 in Riverhead. Photo by Jaime Sumersille
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6/30/24 - By Jaime Sumersille

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!

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Best 4th of July Fireworks and Events on Long Island

Celebrate America Fireworks & Concert

East Meadow – FREE
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
The skies are slated to light up over Eisenhower Park this 4th of July weekend with Celebrate America, a free firework show and concert on Wednesday, July 3 after dark. READ MORE

4th of July Fireworks at Jones Beach

Wantagh
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Head to Jones Beach with a blanket or chair for the Jovia Financial Credit Union July 4th Fireworks Spectacular. The show begins at 9:30pm and lasts 30 minutes, but plan to arrive early to snag your parking spot and a good vantage point. READ MORE

Town of Oyster Bay’s Salute to America

Massapequa – FREE
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Town of Oyster Bay residents are invited to honor veterans and active military with a musical tribute and spectacular fireworks display at Tobay Beach.  READ MORE

Fireworks Extravaganza in Long Beach

Long Beach – FREE Friday, July 12, 2024
The City of Long Beach Fireworks show lights up the City by the Sea  at dark over the water. READ MORE

Top Things To Do on Long Island this July

Scales & Tales, Snakes & Lizards at Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Quogue
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Head to the nature center to meet a variety of the cold-blooded creatures that call Quogue Wildlife Refuge home. READ MORE

Alive on 25 in Riverhead

Riverhead
Friday, July 5, 2024
Riverhead's walkable downtown closes along Main Street for a street fair with live music, vendors, food, and entertainment. READ MORE

1864 Independence Day Celebration at Old Bethpage Village

Old Bethpage
Saturday & Sunday, July 6-7, 2024
Celebrate Independence Day at Old Bethpage Village Restoration with historic trade demonstrations, dancing, brass band concerts, military drills, fiddle music, and a parade and ceremony. READ MORE

Lavender Festival at Hoshyla Farms

Manorville
Saturday & Sunday, July 6-7, 2024
Immerse yourself in a scent-sational experience at the Lavender Festival hosted by Hoshyla Farms in Manorville. READ MORE

Family Trivia in the Rock Hall Garden

Lawrence
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Test your knowledge on a wide variety of topics, including by not limited to literature, science, math and history in the Rock Hall Garden. READ MORE

Danny Go! Live! at The Paramount

Huntington
Thursday, July 11, 2024
The live-action educational children’s show Danny Go! brings its antics live to The Paramount stage this summer. READ MORE

Sunshine Days Culinary Series at Crossroads Farm

Malverne
Thursdays, July 11 & 25, 2024
These sessions at Crossroads Farm are a farm-to-table culinary experience for kids. Each workshop focuses on a different foods. READ MORE

Alive After 5 in Patchogue

Patchogue – FREE
Thursdays, July 11 & 25, 2024
With stages of live music and entertainment, dozens of vendors, food trucks, activities, and auctions, there is something for everyone at this outdoor festival. READ MORE

Tesla Birthday Expo at the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe

Shoreham
Saturday, July 13, 2024
Join the celebration of Nikola Tesla’s birthday at the Tesla Expo, hosted by the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe. This experience is packed with innovation, entertainment, and fun for all ages. READ MORE

Setalcott Nation Annual Corn Festival Powwow

Setauket – FREE
Saturday & Sunday, July 13-14, 2024
The Setalcott Nation annual Corn Festival Powwow honors elders while celebrating indigenous culture. READ MORE

Pop Up Saturdays at The Ward Melville Heritage Organization

Stony Brook – FREE
Starting Saturday, July 13, 2024
The Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO) hosts free family weekend fun this summer in the Inner Court. READ MORE

-- DUPE Princess Tea Party at the Long Island Aquarium

Riverhead
Sunday, July 14, 2024
The Long Island Aquarium's Sweetheart Princess Tea Party boasts a formal white-glove tea service in the Sea Star Ballroom, complete with finger sandwiches and sweet treats. READ MORE

Empire State Fair at Nassau Coliseum

Uniondale
Through Sunday, July 14, 2024
Step right up to one of Long Island’s biggest fairs. The Empire State Fair descends upon Nassau Coliseum for several days of action-packed fun for the entire family. Thrill to more than 100 rides and attractions. READ MORE

Darlene Graham’s Singing at the Beach Show at Hempstead Town Parks

Various Locations – FREE
Monday-Friday, July 15-26, 2024
Large beach balls bounce through the audience and bubbles fill the air when Darlene Graham brings her interactive summer show to Hempstead Town parks and pools this July. Families are encouraged to play beach bucket drums and clamshell castanets as they demonstrate swimming strokes, wear sunglasses, and dance. READ MORE

Kids Summer Workshops at Stew Leonard's Farmingdale

Farmingdale
Tuesdays, July 16 & 23, 2024
Are your little ones itching for some creative fun this summer? Look no further! Stew Leonard's of Farmingdale has a lineup of exciting Summer Craft Workshops just for them.  READ MORE

Long Island Ice Cream Tour

Various Locations
Sunday, July 21, 2024
Get ready to scream for ice cream, because this year's Long Island Ice Cream Tour splits off into southern, eastern and western options, each visiting multiple sweet spots. READ MORE

Sea Glass Festival at The Whaling Museum

Cold Spring Harbor
Sunday, July 21, 2024
Explore and celebrate art as The Whaling Museum hosts a Sea Glass Festival. A fun-filled day of events includes plenty of sea-themed workshops, arts, and crafts. Kids can enjoy a glass-themed scavenger hunt. READ MORE

BFF Bracelets at LICM

Garden City
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Celebrate International Friendship Day at the Long Island Children's Museum by making personalized friendship bracelets to give to a friend in your life. READ MORE

The Jester Jim Show at Hempstead Town Parks

Various Locations – FREE
Monday-Friday, July 29-August 2, 2024
With a trunk full of props and a looping machine, Jester Jim takes the stage and starts his free show at various parks around the Town of Hempstead. Young and old will be glued to his every sound as he performs his amazing beatbox intro.  READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

Downtown Riverhead
Town of Hempstead Rock Hall Museum
Crossroads Farm at Grossmann's
Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe
Various Hempstead Town Parks
Various Hempstead Town Parks