Jaime Sumersille

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24 Best Things To Do in Southampton, NY, with Kids

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 04/19/2024 - 11:27am

The beaches in Southampton, NY, are some of the finest beaches in the country.

Southampton Village sits along a stretch of shoreline on the South Fork of Long Island's East End. Nestled between Hampton Bays and Water Mill, sandy beaches and celebrity sightings are where it's at, especially in the summer. Southampton, NY, is an ideal destination for a family day trip, and visiting on weekdays or getting an early-morning weekend start saves you hours in Hamptons traffic.

Read on for our family-friendly guide to the best things to do in Southampton, NY, with kids, including which beaches to visit, and where to eat and play. And for more kid-friendly activities on the East End, check out our roundup of 55 things to do with kids in the Hamptons and North Fork, or head over to our local Guide to Day Trips and Weekend Getaways to find more enclaves to explore.

Best Free and Fun Things To Do on Long Island with Kids April 2024

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Sun, 03/31/2024 - 9:04am

Wander through the gorgeous tulip fields at the Tulip Festival at Waterdrinker Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm

From the solar eclipse to spring festivals, these are the best things to do on Long Island this April.

Welcome spring with a trip to opening weekend at Old Westbury Gardens, where you can revel in nature in the stunning formal gardens. Or, you and your fam can stomp into the first weekend of the month with Dinosaur Daze at the Garvies Point Museum.

This month also brings an awesome solar eclipse, and venues with viewing parties include the Long Island Explorium, which will have special viewing glasses on hand. You can also close out April with a free Earth Day celebration at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge.

Read on for all the ways to pack your calendar this month on Long Island.

Best Spring Festivals on Long Island for Families

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 03/29/2024 - 9:07am

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

Spring is in the air on Long Island, and local destinations are ready to celebrate the change of seasons with family-friendly spring festivals and street fairs.

These seasonal festivals make for fun outings in the great outdoors with kid-friendly crafts and activities, and they're held in honor of everything from blooms and blossoms to mothers, fathers, and more.

Find more fun ways to welcome the most colorful season in our Guide to Long Island Spring Activities.

Easter Weekend 2024 on Long Island: Egg Hunts, The Descendants, and More Things To Do on LI

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 03/29/2024 - 8:36am

Explore a farm with the Easter Bunny at Waterdrinker Farm this weekend. Photo courtesy of the farm

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

Experience a twist on the traditional Easter egg hunt as Waterdrinker Family Farm in Manorville hides a giant golden egg in the field every hour. Or march along Main Street in Port Jefferson with the Easter Bunny. Plus, the Descendants take over the Smithtown Performing Arts Center stage.

If your kids are on spring break this week, be sure to bookmark this long list of fun things to do with kids on vacation!

27 Spring Staycations and Day Trips from Long Island for Families

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 10:09am

Get off Long Island and explore Governors Island.

We've found 27 ideas for a spring day trip from Long Island, a perfect time to escape now that the weather is warming up and we have more daylight hours to work with.

Living on Long Island, we’re lucky to have amazing parks, attractions, and quaint seaside towns for springtime day trips. We’re also lucky to be within driving or ferry distance of New York City, Connecticut, and New Jersey.

Find more inspiration in our Long Island Spring Fun Guide and our Day Trips and Getaways Guide.

Adventureland Debuts New Rides and Announces Multi-Year Expansion

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Thu, 03/21/2024 - 1:27pm

The thrilling Moon Chaser spins, twists, dips, and inverts riders at heights up to 45 feet in the air.

Long Island's favorite amusement park Adventureland delivered big news ahead of its 2024 season by announcing new rides and a multi-year, multi-million dollar expansion plan.

Boasting a variety of thrill, kiddie, and water rides—plus arcade and carnival-style games, this action-packed park is an all-ages pleaser. Get a sneak peek at the plans below, and bookmark our Long Island Amusement Park and Water Park Guide for more attractions nearby.

Spring Break 2024: 25 Fun Things To Do on Long Island

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 6:25am

Go off-trail at one of Long Island’s many parks and preserves. Photo by Gina Massaro

Spring break 2024 is on the horizon, so we've scoured Long Island for ideas to keep your family entertained and engaged during the vacation. We've rounded up lots of outdoor activities and also prepared for April showers with indoor options.

Most Long Island schoolkids are on break a few times throughout March and April. Some of our picks take place on specific days, and others are anytime activities. You can find more seasonal fun in our Guide to Spring Activities on Long Island.