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Weekend Events: Circus, Eco-Carnival, Spring Celebrations

Tap into your child's creativity at the Long Island Science Center's maker space. Photo courtesy of LISC
Tap into your child's creativity at the Long Island Science Center's maker space. Photo courtesy of LISC
4/24/19 - By Jaime Sumersille

The circus comes to town this weekend at the NYCB Theatre at Westbury. Or get a little closer and cuddle up with the baby animals at Garden of Eve farm. 

Get grounded at the Eco-Carnival in Islip while enjoying hands-on, nature-inspired activities and crafts. Enjoy rides, games and more at the Kids Fest in Merrick. 

See our events calendar for more weekend inspiration. Our Spring Fun Guide will keep you tuned in all season. 

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Head to Planting Fields Arboretum for its annual two-day Arbor Day Family Festival. Photo courtesy of Planting Fields

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Baby Animal Weekends at Garden of Eve

Riverhead
Spend your weekend day at the farm, where you can meet—and pet—some of its newest additions. Expect to see farm animals like lambs, baby bunnies, and chicks.  READ MORE

Little Mermaid Jr. at Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts

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In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home—​and her ​fins — behind and live in the world above. READ MORE

Bricks Rock! LEGO Fan Festival at Syosset Library

Syosset — FREE
Bricks Rock! LEGO Fan Festival at Syosset Library is a two-day festival featuring all things LEGO. READ MORE

Big Apple Circus at NYCB Theatre at Westbury

Westbury
New York City’s Big Apple Circus production team has curated a special performance designed specifically for the NYCB Theatre at Westbury. READ MORE

Merrick Chamber Of Commerce Spring Festival

Merrick
Enjoy crafts, rides, games, and an international festival and food court as the Merrick Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual spring festival. READ MORE
Kids will delight in their creations at the Long Island Science Center. Photo courtesy of LISC
Kids will delight in their creations at the Long Island Science Center. Photo courtesy of LISC

Saturday, April 27

Seatuck Environmental Association's Eco-Carnival

Islip
Join Seatuck as it celebrates Earth Day with its annual Eco-Carnival. READ MORE

Opening Day at Crossroads Farm

Malverne
Join Crossroads Farm for its opening-day festival that includes a petting zoo, puppetry, a may pole, face painting, farm tours, live music and more.  READ MORE

Maker Space at the Long Island Science Center

Riverhead
This is a weekly maker space offered by the Long Island Science Center. Stop in, experiment, and enjoy each week’s activity. READ MORE

CMEE Feria

Bridgehampton — FREE (admission, tasting tickets $10)
Enjoy a celebration of East End Latin culture (rain or shine) at CMEE Feria. It will be a day of traditional cuisine, music, art, and—most importantly—fun for the entire family. READ MORE

Spring Make Camp at Michaels

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Keep little makers' creativity flowing during spring break. Supplies are included. READ MORE

Science Saturdays at the Long Island Science Center

Riverhead — SHOCK Circuits
Kids can play and explore the interactive technology exhibits in this weekly hands-on, instructor-led workshops offered by the Long Island Science Center.  READ MORE
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Pamper your little princess at the Long Aquarium's Princess Tea Party. Photo courtesy of A Spoonful of Sugar Entertainment

Sunday, April 28

ParkRx Day – A Healthy Dose of Fire Island

Fire Island — FREE
Come celebrate National ParkRx Day with healthy dose of nature on Fire Island. Go on a brisk walk along the beautiful shore for a healthy dose of fresh air, exercise, and barrier island nature. READ MORE

Story Time & Craft at The Dolphin Bookshop

Port Washington — FREE
Enjoy read-alouds at Sunday Morning Story time & Craft at The Dolphin Bookshop & Cafe. READ MORE

Princess Tea Party at the Long Island Aquarium

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Join the aquarium for a formal tea party in its Sea Star Ballroom with all your favorite princesses. READ MORE

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