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Presidents Day Weekend 2024: Best Things To Do on Long Island with Kids

The Nassau Coliseum hosts larger-than-life animatronic dinosaurs at Jurassic Quest this weekend. Photo courtesy of Jurassic Quest
The Nassau Coliseum hosts larger-than-life animatronic dinosaurs at Jurassic Quest this weekend. Photo courtesy of Jurassic Quest
2/14/24 - By Jaime Sumersille

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

Stomp back to prehistoric times at the Nassau Coliseum as it hosts this over-the-top dinosaur attraction, Jurassic Quest. Or, watch as the East End town of Southold is transformed into a winter wonderland at its annual, free WinterFest celebration. For a more interactive experience, Journey to Oz puts the audience front and center at the Long Island Children's Museum. Kids become cast members and sing, dance, and act onstage alongside the professional cast. 

And, because the weekend is just the jumping-off point to another school break, make sure to bookmark our list of the top winter break fun for kid-friendly things to do all week long.

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Southold WinterFest 2024 offers free, family-friendly fun this holiday weekend. Photo courtesy of the Southold Economic Development Committee
Southold WinterFest 2024 offers free, family-friendly fun this holiday weekend. Photo courtesy of the Southold Economic Development Committee

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HeARTS for ART at the Heckscher Museum

Huntington
Thursday, February 15-Sunday, February 18
Spread the love with Hearts for Art this Valentine’s Day weekend and in coordination with National Caretakers Day on February 16. Fall in love with a work of art and place a heart in front of your favorite work of art for all to see. READ MORE

Southold WinterFest

Southold–FREE
Saturday, February 17
Southold Town’s WinterFest celebrates the entire hamlet with culture, food, and other celebrations. It includes live entertainment, food and beverages, activities for adults and children, and special events and prizes. READ MORE

Presidents Week at Garvies Point Museum

Glen Cove
Saturday-Saturday, February 17-24
Unique crafts and nature-inspired activities and hikes are scheduled at the Garvies Point Museum throughout the winter school break. From Native American games and crafts to winter walks and educational films, each day presents new offerings for visitors.  READ MORE

Deer Detectives at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve

Smithtown
Saturday, February 17
Become a deer detective at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve as you enjoy a guided winter walk exploring the local habitats of white-tailed deer. Search for the signs deer have left behind in the winter wonderland. READ MORE

Family Workshop at Guild Hall

East Hampton
Saturday, February 17
During this 45-minute, interactive family tour in the Guild Hall galleries, learn about art together through lively discussion, storytelling, and hands-on activities. READ MORE

Camellia Festival at Planting Fields

Oyster Bay
Saturday & February 17-18
Join Planting Fields for their annual two-day Camellia Festival. Enjoy light music and be amazed by the variety of colors and gorgeous blooms of the homegrown camellias.  READ MORE

Jurassic Quest at Nassau Coliseum

Uniondale
Saturday-Monday, February 17-19
Stomp back to prehistoric times at the Nassau Coliseum as it hosts this over-the-top dinosaur attraction, Jurassic Quest. See more than 100 life-size animatronic dinosaurs, including apatosaurus, spinosaurus, T. Rex, and an incredible, 50-foot-long Megalodon. READ MORE

Dinosaur Detective at The Center for Science

Rockville Centre
Starting Saturday, February 17
Join The Center for Sciencefor a week of escape room-style puzzles, brain teasers and forensic fun for the whole family during the February school break.  READ MORE

Lunar New Year at Port Washington Library

Port Washington–FREE
Sunday, February 18
The Port Washington Public Library kicks off the Year of the Dragon with dances, calligraphy, Korean drummers, Tai Chi demonstrations, and more. READ MORE

Mini-Marine Biologist at the Sport Fishing Education Center

Babylon
Sunday, February 18
Kids can see what it's like to be a mini marine biologist at the Sport Fishing Education Center in Babylon during a series of science activities. READ MORE

Valentine's Day Card Exchange at Sensory Beans

Wantagh
Sunday, February 18
Join Sensory Beans for a Valentine's Day card exchange along with fun sensory-rich crafts and snacks. Bring your Valentine's Day cards and get ready to party. READ MORE

Introduction to Maps & Compass at Hallock State Park Preserve

Riverhead
Monday, February 19
This program at Hallock State Park Preservewill introduce map skills and basic compass-reading skills. Learn how to read a map and create a map. Then learn how to use a compass and set out on a compass course.   READ MORE

Animals in Winter at the Long Island Game Farm

Manorville
Monday, February 19
Learn all about how animals prepare for winter using adaptations, migration and/or hibernation at the Long Island Game Farm from nature educator James Carey. READ MORE

School Break at SoFo Natural History Museum

Bridgehampton
Drop-in runs Monday, February 19-Friday, February 23
Catch an outdoor nature adventure with a SOFO environmental educator during the school break. Families can drop in to learn about bugs, birds and even play bingo! READ MORE

Winter Break Events at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery

Cold Spring Harbor
Drop-in runs Monday-Friday, February 19-23
The Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium is hosting several events during the winter break for families to explore, engage and be entertained.  READ MORE

Long Island Children's Museum Theater: Journey to Oz

Garden City
Through Thursday, March 21
Inspired by L. Frank Baum’s stories, this clever adaptation puts the audience front and center. Kids become cast members and can sing, dance, and act onstage alongside the professional cast.  READ MORE

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