Enjoy a Mother's Day brunch buffet at Coral House in Baldwin.

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Mommy Poppins is set to host its first Family Travel Fest on Saturday, May 31 at the Atlantic Center.

Take in the blooming flowers on a walk at Planting Fields Arboretum this Mother's Day.

28 Things To Do on Mother's Day on Long Island

Summer camp is a great way for kids to make new friends and learn new skills

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Get outdoors and explore the magnificent 216-acre Sands Point Preserve this spring. Photo by Jaime Sumersille

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Close to 500,000 tulips and other spring bulbs will bloom at Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden. Photo by @nics photography

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Harbes Family Farm celebrates moms and its season opening in May. Photo courtesy of the farm

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Cherry blossoms usher in the spring season at the 200-acre Old Westbury Gardens. Photo courtesy of Old Westbury Gardens

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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

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

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Kids can hop on tricycles and ride around the indoor track at L.I. Salty Kids Cove.

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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

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

Speed down the slides at Bellmore's Planet Play.

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Kids eat free at participating IHOPs beginning at 4pm each afternoon. Photo courtesy of IHOP

Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free on Long Island

Photo of Liddle Bites play space in Long Beach by Lisa Fogarty for Mommy Poppins

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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

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

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

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

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

A day at Sunken Meadow State Park can feature playground games, a walk on the beach, and more. Photo by Kimberly Chacon

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Celebrate with a themed birthday at Sippy Cups. Photo by the author

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These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

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Winding paths, ponds, and streams line the lush grounds of Clark Botanic Gardens.

17 Secret Long Island Spots Kids Love

Encourage an introduction to STEM education at the Long Island Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of LICM

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Learn to surf at Montauk's SurfLuca or another surf school. Photo courtesy of the school.

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Host an affordable birthday party at Whimsical Vine Party Hall. Photo by Chofit the Man to Call via Pexels

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Babies 2 and younger can pet the goats, alpacas, and ponies for free at Fink’s Country Farm.

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Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for Long Island Kids

Enjoy the engaging exhibits at the Long Island Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of LICM

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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

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Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for Long Island

Grab the brass ring and get a free ride at Greenport's carousel. Photo by Jaime Sumersille

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Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

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31 Best Things to Do in Los Angeles September 2024 With Kids

Spider Pavilion. Photo courtesy of the National History Museum of Los Angeles County.

8/30/24 - By Toby B

September kicks off with loads of long Labor Day weekend events and keeps it going with some early Halloween activities, plus so many more things to do in Los Angeles with kids!

Fall fun is officially upon us! LA's favorite venues, like Underwood Farms, Legoland, and Irvine Park Railroad, are kicking off the festivities in Los Angeles this month, and the Spider Pavilion creeps and crawls back to the Natural History Museum. There's also a wagon-load of incredible fall festivals coming to Los Angeles this September: dinos, the Maritime Festival in Dana Point, and the Malibu Chili Cook-Off. Plus, Santa Monica Pier, the stars of the US Gymnastics team, and Batman celebrate landmark anniversaries and achievements.

These are just a few of our favorite things to do in Los Angeles this September, and more events are added to the Los Angeles Family Activity Calendar each day. Keep reading for the best things to do in Los Angeles this September.

If you're eagerly waiting for all things fall, see where to leaf peep near Los Angeles, where to go apple picking near LA, and plan more autumn adventures in our Fall Fun Guide for Los Angeles and OC Kids.