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WildPlay Opening and More Things To Do on Long Island this Weekend with Kids

Take a cruise on the 700-foot zipline at WildPlay Jones Beach when it opens for the season this weekend. Photo by the author
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4/19/24 - By Jaime Sumersille

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

Swing into spring as WildPlay Jones Beach and i.Fly Trapeze both open for the season this weekend. Or set your sights high at the Kite Festival at Robert Moses State Park.

The Center for Science puts a medieval twist on its prehistoric exhibit with a Dinosaur Renaissance Faire. Or, have a fancy feast at the Long Island Aquarium during the Princess Tea Party.

Keep reading for more of the weekend's best kid-friendly events on Long Island. 

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WildPlay Jones Beach 2024 Season Opening

Wantagh
Opens Friday, April 19
WildPlay Jones Beach reopens on April 19. Rev up your excitement for the ultimate adventure as you soar along the beach on WildPlay's 700-foot zipline. In the mood for a challenge? Tackle the five-tier Aerial Adventure Course and kick off spring with a burst of adrenaline. READ MORE

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus -The Musical at LICM

Garden City
Opens Friday, April 19
This musical comedy adventure on the Long Island Children's Museum stage features Mo Willem's popular character, the Pigeon, who is eager to try anything and everything. Audience members should be ready to be part of the action! READ MORE

Swiftie Sing-Along & Bingo at The Little Doll Studio

Rockville Centre
Friday, April 19
Attn: Swifties! Join The Lilttle Doll Studio as they celebrate the launch of Taylor Swift's latest album, The Tortured Poets Department. READ MORE

Kite Festival at Robert Moses

Babylon – FREE
Saturday, April 20
Set your sights high! The North Babylon Chamber of Commerce will host its third annual Kite Festival at Robert Moses State Park. READ MORE

Spring Appreciation Day in Stony Brook

Stony Brook – FREE
Saturday, April 20
The Ward Melville Heritage Organization and Stony Brook Village celebrate all things spring with this day-long festival in the village center. Enjoy live music, games, a petting zoo, and more family-friendly fun. READ MORE

Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Various Locations-FREE
Saturday, April 20
It's National Public Lands Day, and that means your admission is FREE! On select days throughout the year, all national parks are open to the public with no admission fee. READ MORE

The Cookie Queen: Live Reading with Kathleen King at CMEE

Birdgehampton
Saturday, April 20
Perfect for dessert lovers and budding bakers, this is the true story of a girl who followed her dream to make the perfect chocolate chip cookie—and, one day, founded world-renowned Tate's Bake Shop. The original cookie recipe Tate's used will be shared! READ MORE

Spring Festival at Syosset-Woodbury Community Park

Woodbury – FREE
Saturday, April 20
The Spring Festival at Syosset-Woodbury Community Park will once again feature free activities such as inflatables, games, refreshments, a petting zoo, multiple photo opportunities, and more.   READ MORE

Celebrate Arbor Day at the South Fork Natural History Museum

Bridgehampton
Saturday, April 20
Head to the South Fork Natural History Museum for Arbor Day and create leaf rubbings and prints.Learn how to identify the fallen leaves of native trees and make beautiful leaf art. READ MORE

Healthy Kids Day at YMCA of Long Island

Various Locations - FREE
Saturday, April 20
The YMCA of Long Island offers free community events that feature an assortment of healthy activities; including games, swim lessons, nutrition workshops, safety clinics and arts and crafts projects. READ MORE

Dog-Friendly Day at Old Westbury Gardens

Old Westbury
Saturday & Sunday, April 20-21
Visitors may bring their leashed dogs to stroll the Old Westbury Gardens on April 20-21. READ MORE

Dinosaur Renaissance Faire at The Center for Science

Rockville Centre
Starts Saturday, April 20
The Center for Science transforms their dinosaur exhibit, the largest permanent collection of animatronic dinosaurs in the region, into their first medieval themed Dinosaur Renaissance Faire.   READ MORE

i.Fly Trapeze Season Opening

East Meadow
Opens Saturday, April 20
I.Fly Trapeze opens for the 2024 season April 20-21. Book a session or upcoming workshop and fly on over to their East Meadow location. READ MORE

Finding Nemo Jr. at Smithtown Performing Arts Center

Smithtown
Opens Saturday, April 20
Finding Nemo, Jr. brings a vibrant underwater world to life to the Smithtown Performing Arts Center stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure. READ MORE

Princess Tea Party at the Long Island Aquarium

Riverhead
Sunday, April 21
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

Sakura Matsuri: Cherry Blossom Festival

Stony Brook
Sunday, April 21
Welcome spring to Long Island with the blooming of sakura (cherry blossoms), the sounds of taiko drums, and a wondrous array of Japanese cultural exhibits at the Wang Center. READ MORE

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