Things to Do This Weekend With the Kids in Long Island

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32 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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Spooky Fun for All Ages: Halloween Activities at Flight Adventure Park!

Enjoy Halloween crafts, games, and a chance to show off costumes at this spirited morning at Flight Adventure Park.
Oct. 24, 7 – 9 pm; Oct. 25, 10 am – noon
Flight Adventure Park, 1850 Lakeland Ave., Ronkonkoma

Halloween Monster Mash!

A fun-filled Halloween event for teens and families, complete with music, dancing, and festive games.
Oct. 25, 10 am – noon
Flight Adventure Park, 1850 Lakeland Ave., Ronkonkoma

Fall Fun Celebration with SOFO Museum

Join SOFO naturalists for hands-on activities, crafts, and outdoor exploration celebrating the beauty of autumn.
Oct. 25, 10 – 11:30 am
Downs Farm Preserve, 23800 Main Rd., Cutchogue

Haunted Hangar Halloween Party

Aviation meets Halloween in this family event featuring vintage planes, spooky décor, and trick-or-treating among the aircraft.
Oct. 25, 10:30 am – 3 pm
American Airpower Museum, 1230 New Hwy., Farmingdale

Uncle Vlad’s Pumpkin Patch

Pick pumpkins, play games, and create crafts in this whimsical Halloween experience designed just for kids.
Oct. 25 & 26 11 am & 1 pm
Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City

Haunted Village

Step back in time and explore a haunted historic village complete with storytellers, games, and fall fun for all ages.
Oct. 25, 11 am – 4 pm
Southampton History Museum, 17 Meeting House Ln., Southampton

Pumpkin Park at Adventureland

A free Halloween celebration featuring rides, candy giveaways, and festive entertainment throughout the park.
Oct. 25, 11 am – 5 pm
Adventureland, 2245 Route 110, Farmingdale

Halloween at The Heckscher

Free admission day with Halloween-themed art activities, gallery fun, and treats for all ages.
Oct. 25, Noon – 5 pm
Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington

Halloween Pet Parade

Dress up your pets and strut through the sculpture garden for prizes and photo ops.
Oct. 25, 2 – 5 pm
Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor

Crafternoon

Drop in for a cozy afternoon of Halloween crafting and creative fun at the library.
Oct. 25, 2 – 4 pm
Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket

Diwali Celebration

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with traditional crafts, cultural performances, and family-friendly fun.
Oct. 25, 3 – 5 pm
Jeanne Rimsky Theater, 232 Main St., Port Washington

Spooky Woods

Take a guided walk through decorated trails filled with friendly frights, pumpkins, and storytelling.
Oct. 25 & 26, 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E Main St., Smithtown

Halloween Glow in the Park at The Adventure Park at Long Island

Zipline and climb through glowing aerial courses under Halloween lights at this after-dark adventure.
Oct. 25, 6 – 10 pm
The Adventure Park at Long Island, 75 Colonial Springs Rd., Wheatley Heights

Haunted Boo-seum

Enjoy spooky science, art, and storytelling at this creative Halloween celebration.
Oct. 26, 11 am – 3 pm
The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor

Not So Scary Halloween Party

Skate in costume, play games, and enjoy Halloween fun at this upbeat family event.
Oct. 26, Noon – 2 pm
United Skates of America, 1276 Hicksville Rd., Seaford

Halloween Family Fun Day at The Long Island Museum

Enjoy a day of crafts, games, and treats on the museum grounds — all with a festive Halloween twist.
Oct. 26, 1 – 4 pm
The Long Island Museum, 1200 NY-25A, Stony Brook

GHBC Howl-O-Ween

Bring your pup for a dog-friendly Halloween celebration featuring treats, contests, and local brews.
Oct. 26, 1 – 3 pm
Greenport Harbor Brewing Co., 42155 Main Rd., Peconic

The Great Merrick Book Swap

Share your favorite reads and discover new stories at this fun community book exchange.
Oct. 26, 1:30 – 3 pm
The Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical

Enjoy a lively, musical adaptation of the beloved children’s book filled with rhythm, color, and fun.
Oct. 26, 2 pm
Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville

Tour the Historic Thomas Dodge Homestead

Step back in time with a guided tour of this 1721 homestead and learn about local history.
Oct. 26, 2 – 3 pm
Thomas Dodge Homestead, 58 Harbor Rd., Port Washington

Spooky-Palooza: A Weeklong Celebration of Creative Spooky Fun

A festive afternoon of Halloween-inspired art projects, costumes, and seasonal surprises.
Oct. 26, 2 – 4 pm; Oct. 31, 4 – 6 pm; Nov. 1 & 2, 11 am – 12:30 pm
The Church, 48 Madison St., Sag Harbor

Halloween Harry Houdini Tribute Live

Celebrate Halloween with a magical tribute to Houdini featuring illusions, history, and surprises.
Oct. 26, 3:15 pm, 5:15 pm, 7:30 pm
Rolling River Day Camp, 477 Ocean Ave., East Rockaway

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

Not So Scary Kids Adventure at Gateway’s Haunted Playhouse

Family-friendly Halloween adventure with interactive activities and light spooky fun.
Through Oct. 26, Saturdays and Sundays noon – 3 pm
The Gateway PAC,215 South Country Road, Bellport

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.
Through October 26, 10 am – 5 pm
Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury

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

Haunted Tree House

Kid-friendly spooky adventure among glowing trees and aquarium creatures.
Through Oct. 31, Fridays and Saturdays 7 – 9 pm
Long Island Aquarium, 431 East Main Street, Riverhead

Gateway’s Haunted Playhouse

A terrifying haunted house experience for teens and adults—Long Island’s scariest!
Through Nov. 1, Wednesdays – Sundays 7 – 10 pm
The Gateway PAC, 215 S. Country Rd., Bellport

Halloween House Long Island

Step into an immersive, family-friendly Halloween attraction with themed rooms and spooky surprises.
Through November 2, Various times
Broadway Commons, 358 N. Broadway Mall, Hicksville

Spooky Fest

A family-friendly night of crafts, haunted woods, and seasonal fun.
Through Nov. 2, Fridays – Sundays 6 – 9 pm
Center for Science Teaching & Learning – Tanglewood Preserve, 1450 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre

Gateway’s Haunted Playhouse

A terrifying haunted house experience for teens and adults—Long Island’s scariest!
Through Nov. 1, Wednesdays – Sundays 7 – 10 pm
The Gateway PAC, 215 S. Country Rd., Bellport

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

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.