Things to Do This Weekend With the Kids in Long Island

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!

Consult our calendar of events for a comprehensive list!

The Wizard’s Quest

Wizards, young and old, are invited to journey around the gallery to hunt for fantastical beasts and mythical monsters in this magical self-paced adventure activity. Solve riddles to collect potion ingredients along the way before mixing up a miniature vial of shimmering elixir to keep on a necklace or keychain. Perfect for both Potter and fantasy fans!
Tuesdays – Sundays 11 am – 4 pm through Aug. 31 except June 24, 25, and July 4
The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor

Nassau Reptile Expo

A fun, educational experience for the entire family! Meet hundreds of species of snakes, lizards, turtles, tarantulas, and amphibians …more than you’ll find at the zoo! Featuring over 175 tables of reptile, amphibian, and invertebrate breeders and supply vendors.
June 28, 9:30 am – 4 pm
Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Garden City

Greenport’s Annual Juneteenth Parade and Celebration

This annual will highlight youth voices with the theme “Having Their Say: What Freedom, Equality and Justice Means to Them.” The day begins at Clinton Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church and continues with a parade to Mitchell Park, where performances by Batalá, Harambee Dance Company, local musicians, and youth artists will take place. The celebration also includes the announcement of essay and art contest winners and concludes with an art installation and community quilt reveal at the North Fork Art Center.
June 28, 10 am
Clinton Memorial AME Zion Church, 610 Third St., Greenport

Goat on a Boat

This free weekly series features activities near the park playground starting at 10 am, with programs from Shine Studios, John Jermain Memorial Library, South Fork Natural History Museum, and CMEE. Each week kicks off with Shine Studios, followed by a puppet show performance by Goat on a Boat at 11 am.
Saturdays 10 am – noon through June 28
Mashashimuet Park, Main St and Jermain Avenue, Sag Harbor

Hoshyla Farms Lavender Festival

Experience Long Island’s most fragrant summer celebration at the Hoshyla Farms Lavender Festival, a family-friendly, two-day event where guests can stroll blooming fields and pick their own fresh lavender. Enjoy live music, local beer and wine, food trucks, artisan vendors, and fun activities like face painting, candle making, fairy hair tinsel, and permanent jewelry—perfect for a joyful start to summer.
June 28, 11 am – 6 pm; June 29, 11 am – 5 pm
Hoshyla Farms, 132 Ryerson Ave., Manorville

Empire State Fair

The Empire State Fair returns to the Nassau Coliseum with exciting new attractions for 2025, including the Dinosaur Experience, where guests can snap photos with roaming dinosaurs! Enjoy free shows with admission, like the all-new Circus Murcia, the Sandlofer Family Petting Zoo, and the World of Wonders. The fair also features fireworks on Saturday nights and July 4, plus a brand-new midway from Dreamland Amusements with thrilling rides like the Super Cyclone Roller Coaster and family favorites like the Giant Wheel.
Weekdays 5 – 11 pm, Saturdays and Sundays 12 – 11 pm, June 27 through July 13
Nassau Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale

Verizon Arcade Unplugged Pop-Up

Get ready for screen-free, family-friendly fun with Verizon Arcade Unplugged—an 8-bit themed adventure packed with interactive challenges like a laser maze, puzzle-solving, and fast-paced light games. This traveling pop-up encourages digital wellness through hands-on play, teamwork, and face-to-face connection. As it hits the road this summer, Verizon is spotlighting resources like Verizon Family and Parenting in a Digital World to help families navigate life online, together and unplugged.
Weekdays 5 – 11 pm, Saturdays and Sundays 12 – 6 pm through July 6, July 4 12 – 11 pm
1255 Hempstead Tpke, Uniondale

Salute to Veterans Family Fun Event

The Town of Hempstead proudly presents Salute to Veterans, a family-friendly celebration honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Held at the scenic Town Park in Point Lookout, this free community event offers a full day of patriotic fun, entertainment, and heartfelt recognition.
June 28, 3 pm – 10 pm

Town Park, Point Lookout, 1300 Lido Blvd, Point Lookout

Saint Ann’s Sayville Tie Dye for Pride 2025

Join St. Ann’s Tie Dye for Pride! If you would like to participate in the event, immediately following the 9 am service, but do not have a t-shirt or other clothing item to color, please contact Fr. Ben at the Parish Administration Office or email him at frbenjamin@saint-anns.org. Tie-Dye kits will be available.
June 29, 10 am – 11 am
St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, 257 Middle Rd., Sayville