Get the family all aboard for some fun with trains at the Railroad Festival in Riverhead this weekend. Ride, see and play with trains all day long. Or have your prince and princesses get the royal treatment at this special Tea Party in Oakdale.

On Sunday, spend the afternoon at Eisenhower Park on a playground, playing miniature golf or watching family-friendly puppet theater.

Remember, you can find even more options in our jam-packed Event Calendar and our Summer Fun Guide. To receive our posts in your inbox, subscribe to our free newsletters.

Nature is abound on Long Island and one way to squeeze in some quality family time is to learn which animals share our home. Luckily, various kinds of birds can be found here throughout the year and families can learn more about where the best spots are to watch our feathered friends take flight.

Can't get enough? We've also rounded up places where you can have an Animal Encounter or On the Farm birthday party.

If you have a paleontologist-to-be in your family, help transport them to the Jurassic era with these dinosaur-themed birthday parties on Long Island. From unearthing dino bones to making your own fossils, these party places offer engaging and educational experiences. They'll be roaring with laughter and fun--and you'll be pleased they're learning something in the process. And for even more ideas, check out our Long Island Birthday Party Guide.