The Best Things to Do with Kids in Nassau in May

We’ve hand-picked the best family-friendly things to do in Nassau County in May, including family fun in Garden City, Uniondale, Port Washington, and Wantagh.

Sing Along with The Muppet Movie
WHEN: May 9, 12pm
WHERE: NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury
AGES: All
WHAT: The IBEX Puppetry Sing Along crew brings elements of the film to life via puppetry and shadow acting.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Everyone is urged to yell out famous lines, blow bubbles, dance in the aisles, and, of course, sing along with the movie.
WANT TO GO? $29.50. 516-247-5200. thetheatreatwestbury.com.

Nitro Circus Live
WHEN: May 15, 7:30pm
WHERE: Nassau Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale
AGES: All
WHAT: Nitro Circus is an “action sport collective” led by Travis Pastrana, featuring his friends and himself traveling around the world riding dirt bikes, base jumping, and performing stunts.
WHY WE LOVE IT: If “circus” means daredevil stunts, this is it!
WANT TO GO? $39 and up. 516-794-9300. nassaucoliseum.com.

Rapunzel! Rapunzel! A Very Hairy Fairy Tale
WHEN: May 16, 2pm
WHERE: Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Blvd., Greenvale
AGES: 3-12
WHAT: Dragons, a handsome prince, an evil would-be Queen, a really great hairstylist, and that famous princess.
WHY WE LOVE IT: It’s all about the hair!
WANT TO GO? $15 and up. 516-299-3100. tillescenter.org.

New York Children’s Theater Festival
WHEN: Through May 17, see website for show times
WHERE: The Players Theater, 115 MacDougal St., Greenwich Village, Manhattan
AGES: All
WHAT: This year’s productions include The Sock Who Lost His Mate and The Meanest Birthday Girl.
WHY WE LOVE IT: It’s New York’s only nonprofit festival dedicated to theater for young people.
WANT TO GO? $19.50-$27.50. 866-811-4111. nyctfest.org.

Goodnight Moon
WHEN: May 19-30, see website for show times
WHERE: Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City
AGES: 5 and older
WHAT: Upbeat songs, a live pianist, and innovative puppetry give life to the various objects in Bunny’s room.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Bunny is adorable. Plus, you can stick around after the show for a day at the museum.
WANT TO GO? $3 with museum admission: $12; $11 for seniors 65 and older; free for children younger than 1. licm.org.

Bethpage Air Show
WHEN: May 23-24, 10am-3pm
WHERE: Jones Beach State Park, 1000 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh
AGES: All
WHAT: The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will headline this year’s show. Their performance will feature formation flying and solo routines.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Great lineup of airpower, parachutists, and skytypers.
WANT TO GO? $10 per car. 516-785-1600. bethpageairshow.com.

The Odd Couple: Female Version
WHEN: May 23-31 (except May 26-27), see website for show time
WHERE: BroadHollow Theatre in Elmont, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont
AGES: 13 and older
WHAT: Ms. Madison has invited the girls over for an evening of Trivial Pursuit.
WHY WE LOVE IT: It’s a new version of the tale, but the hilarity remains the same.
WANT TO GO? $25. 516-775-4420. broadhollow.org.

Little Neck–Douglaston Memorial Day Parade
WHEN: May 25, 2pm
WHERE: Begins at Northern Boulevard and Great Neck Road, ends at 245th Street, Little Neck, Queens
AGES: All
WHAT: Honor veterans and fallen heroes. The West Point Marching Band leads the parade.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Held annually since 1927, this parade is a local favorite.
WANT TO GO? 718-279-3200. lndmemorialday.org.

Butterflies, Dragonflies, and Honeybees
WHEN: May 30, 11-11:45am and 12-12:45pm
WHERE: The Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road, Port Washington
AGES: All
WHAT: Inspect their habitats and possibly see some of them in various stages of development. Email [email protected] to register.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Metamorphosis, molting, and making honey—there’s something for everyone!
WANT TO GO? $15 per car, free parking. 516-571-7901. thesandspointpreserve.org.

Word Up: Long Island LitFest
WHEN: May 31, 1-5pm
WHERE: The Sands Point Preserve, Castle Gould, 127 Middle Neck Road, Port Washington
AGES: All
WHAT: Legendary talk-show host Dick Cavett will be kicking off the inaugural literary event.
WHY WE LOVE IT: It’s a day of live, nonfiction readings by best-selling and award-winning writers.
WANT TO GO? $15 per car. 516-571-7901. thesandspointpreserve.org.