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3/21/25 - 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.

An all-new Sesame Street show, Sesame Street Live - Say Hello, comes to the Patchogue Theatre the weekend. Looking for more culture? Ballet Long Island presents Cinderella, the classic fairy tale. Or watch as the Diary of a Wimpy Kid Musical unfolds on the Engeman Theater stage. 

Egg hunts, bunny photos, and other farm fun are hapening at White Post Farms starting this weekend. Plus, Adventureland opens for the 2025 season this Saturday and Sunday. Read all about their plans for two new rides that are on the horizon.

Read on for all our top picks for things to do on Long Island this weekend.

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Sesame Street Live Say Hello at the Patchogue Theatre

Patchogue
Friday, March 21
At Sesame Street Live! Say Hello, sing, dance, and play alongside your favorite furry friends, all while you follow Elmo’s puppy, Tango, in a fun game of hide & seek on the Patchogue Theatre stage. READ MORE

Pokemon Card Trading Event at The Mineola Library

Mineola — FREE
Friday, March 21
Pokemon Professor Brittany teaches young Pokemon trainers and discusses Pokemon card trading history, including info on types of cards and spotting rarities. READ MORE

World Frog Day at the Fish Hatchery

Cold Spring Harbor
Saturday, March 22
Join the Fish Hatchery for some fun in honor of World Frog Day. READ MORE

Cinderella at Ballet Long Island

Ronkonkoma
Saturday, March 22
Ballet Long Island presents Cinderella, the classic fairy tale follows a young woman’s journey from servant to princess in a story cherished by adults and children alike.  READ MORE

The Craft Bash Spectacular at the Long Beach Hotel

Long Beach
Saturday, March 22
Experience vendors in crafts and other artisan wares at this Craft Bash Spectacular hosted by The Ivy and Long Beach Hotel. Visitors of all ages can tap into their creative side while participating in more than 20 hands-on crafting stations.  READ MORE

Welcome Spring Wreaths at LICM

Garden City
Sunday, March 22
Spring means blossoms blooming, sunshine, and birds chirping. The Long Island Children's Museum helps you step into spring by guiding you in how to make beautiful flower wreaths. READ MORE

Diary of a Wimpy Kids at The Engeman Theater

Northport
Opens Saturday, March 22
Read the books? Watched the movies? Now experience the Diary of a Wimpy Kid Musical as this kid-friendly tale unfolds on the Engeman Theater stage.  READ MORE

Nassau Lionel Operating Engineers Open House

Levittown — FREE
Saturday, March 22-Sunday, March 23
Take a peek at Long Island's largest operating O-gauge train layout when the Nassau Lionel Operating Engineers holds an open house. READ MORE

Adventureland Opening Weekend 2025

Farmingdale
Season Opener on Saturday, March 22
The longest-running amusement park on Long Island, Adventureland, opens for the 2025 season March 22-23. READ MORE

Bunny Photos and Egg Hunts at White Post Farms

Melville
Season Opener on Saturday, March 22
Head to the farm to enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny, continuous egg hunts, a bunny holding station, magic shows, animal experiences, and more. READ MORE

Montauk Lighthouse Reopens for 2025 Season

Montauk
Season Opener on Saturday, March 22
Stop by the lighthouse grounds, museum, and gift shop as Montauk Lighthouse reopens for the 2025 season.  READ MORE

Sunday Science: Fun with Physics at The Center for Science

Plandome
Sunday, March 23
Learn and explore concepts like motion, energy, and molecules in fun and interesting ways. With the help of our science experts, your child will create a hands-on project to demonstrate their knowledge of the science of physics.  READ MORE

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Jaime Sumersille
Jaime Sumersille, a mom of two boys in Bellmore, has been writing for Mommy Poppins for over a decade. She’s always exploring Long Island’s beaches, parks, and new attractions, and loves sharing those experiences on the site. Jaime enjoys adding her family’s perspective to Mommy Poppins’ mission.
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