Things to Do This Weekend With the Kids in Long Island

Things to Do with the Kids This Weekend in Long Island — Family Relaxing At Outdoor Summer Event

Things to Do This Weekend with the Kids in Long Island

There is a lot of Long Island family fun happening this weekend!

Looking for fun plans the whole family will enjoy? Long Island is full of exciting events and activities perfect for parents and kids alike. From hands-on crafts and outdoor adventures to community festivals and cultural outings, there’s plenty to explore. Here is just a taste of what’s happening this weekend in Long Island!

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Hallockville Country Fair

Step back in time at this historic country fair with live music, craft demonstrations, old-fashioned games, and plenty of local vendors. A charming celebration of Long Island’s rural roots.
September. 27–28, 10 am – 4 pm
Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead

Gateway’s Haunted Playhouse

The haunt returns! Older kids and families can experience one of Long Island’s top-rated haunted attractions—if they dare.
September 27, 7-10 pm
Bellport, NY (exact address varies by event time)

The Great Whale Takeover

Enjoy a fun community day welcoming our new whale with plenty of activities for both adults and children. Meet a 45-foot-long sperm whale and view the whale’s internal organs from the inside! Etch your own scrimshaw art design to keep, enjoy fin-tastic face painting, play our under-the-sea trivia sessions, try your aim throwing a “harpoon,” and more – all included with admission.
September 28, 10 am – 4 pm
The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor

Snapology: Space Wars Robotics

Young builders can channel their inner Jedi while learning robotics basics. Kids will build Star Wars-inspired machines using LEGO bricks and tech.
September. 27, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
The J House Greenwich, 1114 E Putnam Ave., Riverside

Stony Brook Football vs. Merrimack

Cheer on the Seawolves at this exciting fall home game—great for sports-loving families looking for local action.
September. 27, 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium, 100 Circle Rd., Stony Brook

Broom Making Demonstrations

Watch traditional broom making in action and learn about the history behind this old-fashioned craft at the historic Southampton Museum.
September. 27, 11 am – 3:30 pm
Southampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln., Southampton

Walt Whitman Birthplace Museum – Girl Scout Programs!

Hands-on, badge-earning activities hosted at the birthplace of one of America’s greatest poets—perfect for troops and curious kids alike.
September. 27–28, All day
246 Old Walt Whitman Rd., Huntington Station

Heritage Farm & Garden 2025 Fall Festival

This family-friendly event is the perfect way to kick off the season with a variety of fun activities for all ages. Enjoy creative pumpkin decorating, participate in our scavenger hunt and get lost in our corn maze. Treat yourself to delicious seasonal foods, beverages and desserts that capture the essence of autumn, or use one of the many photo opportunities to create lasting memories.
Through November 2, 10 am – 4:30 pm
Heritage Farm & Garden, 6050 Northern Blvd., Muttontown

8th Annual Scarecrow Contest at The Shoppes

The SWR Chamber invites families, artists, scout troops, teams and friends to showcase their funniest, spookiest or most cleverly themed scarecrow creations at this year’s Fall Festival!
Through Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 11 am to 5 pm
The Shoppes at East Wind, 5768 Route 25A, Wading River

Legendary Crafts

Enjoy self-serve crafts in the museum inspired by the many myths and legends of the sea!
Thursdays – Sundays 11 am – 4 pm through Sept. 28
The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor

Hicks Nurseries 50th Annual Fall Festival

Indulge in fall favorites every day – fresh NY State apples, apple cider, candy apples, kettle corn, cider donuts, fudge-dipped donuts, homemade pies, Hicks’ famous fudge, and cookies. On weekends and holidays, the Hicks Food Truck serves freshly made chicken tenders, hot dogs, French fries, and beverages, plus the must-try roasted local corn. Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off on Sunday, October 6, and Pet Costume Parade & Contest on Wednesday, October 16. All pets welcome with prizes for various categories of costumes.
Through October 26, 10 am – 5 pm
Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury

Legendary Crafts

Jolly Roger Scavenger Hunt

Can you spy all the fearsome pirate flags hidden throughout the museum’s galleries? Keep a weather eye out to discover them all and win a sweet reward – a dazzlingly yummy ring pop!
Through October 31, Thursdays – Sundays 11 am – 4 pm
The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor

Long Island History Hunt

A dozen museums and historical sites across Long Island—from Brooklyn to Montauk—have joined forces for the LI History Hunt, a digital adventure exploring hidden stories of spies, patriots, and presidents. Participants register via QR code or app.otocast.com, then visit landmarks to complete selfie challenges. Each completed challenge earns a prize entry, while visiting all 12 sites earns the title Revolutionary Trailblazer and a shot at the grand prize: $500, a colonial-style lunch at Ketcham Inn, museum memberships and more.
Through Sept. 30, all day
Throughout Long Island and New York City

Arts in the Plaza

Arts In The Plaza is Long Beach’s Weekly Arts Festival! Featuring handcrafted art and live music, the spirit of Long Beach is celebrated every Saturday at this inspired outdoor community event. Find one-of-a-kind gifts for yourself and your loved ones at this exclusively handcrafted market. The epitome of shopping local and supporting small businesses, every booth is an opportunity to connect with a local artist. Find creations in myriad mediums, including photography, jewelry, painting, drawing, wood, glass, mixed media, clothing, accessories and home decor. Live music can be enjoyed throughout the day. An eclectic and exciting line-up of musical performances is presented in both the morning and afternoon.
Saturdays 9 am – 2 pm through Oct. 25
Kennedy Plaza, 1 West Chester St., Long Beach

Looking for even more family fun? Be sure to check out our comprehensive calendar of events, updated daily with the latest happenings across Long Island and beyond, from festivals and performances to free local activities for all ages.