Things to Do with Kids on Long Island this Weekend

Fill your weekend with family fun in Nassau and Suffolk counties!

By NYMetroParents Staff March 28, 2023

Enjoy these fun weekend activities with your kids on Long Island. Start planning your weekend now.

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Season Opening Weekend at The Adventure Park at Long Island

WHEN: Friday, Mar. 31
WHERE: The Adventure Park at Long Island, 75 Colonial Springs Rd Gate 3, The Adventure Park at Long Island, The Adventure Park at Long Island

WHAT:

It’s the season opener, and The Adventure Park at Long Island is kicking it off right!

WANT TO GO? $57

Firepit Fridays

WHEN: Friday, Mar. 31
WHERE: The Adventure Park at Long Island, 75 Colonial Springs Rd Gate 3, The Adventure Park at Long Island, The Adventure Park at Long Island

WHAT:

Friday night climbs now come with a campfire! Get cozy by the fire after your climb on Firepit Fridays!

Firepit Friday tickets include up to 2 hours of climbing and a 30 minute safety briefing.

WANT TO GO? $57

Geometric Paint Flower Pots

WHEN: Friday, Mar. 31
WHERE: Westhampton Free Library, 7 Library Ave., Westhampton Free Library, Westhampton Free Library

WHAT:

Get ready for spring by painting the coolest flower pot on the block, using just tape and any colors you want (Registration required).

WANT TO GO? Free with Westhampton Free Library Card

3 on 3 Basketball Tournament

WHEN: Friday, Mar. 31
WHERE: , , ,

WHAT:

The Town of Southampton Youth Bureau will be hosting their annual 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament on Friday, March 31, 2023 from 7:00pm – 10:00pm at Southampton Youth Services (SYS), 1370A Majors Path in Southampton. Sign-in and warm up drills will be held from 6:00pm – 6:45pm. Tournament is open to grades 5 – 12 and prizes will be awarded to the winning teams in middle and high school brackets. Space is limited and team pre-registration of $30 is required by Monday, March 27, 2023. Each team member must submit a completed registration form along with payment ($10.00/player) to the Southampton Youth Bureau located at 655 Flanders Road, Flanders, NY 11901 OR by registering and paying $10.00/player online at www.southamptontownny.gov/YBpayment. For more information, please call (631) 702-2425 or visit www.southamptontownny.gov/youthbureau.

WANT TO GO? $30/team or $10/person

March Madness: Battle of the Crunch for Teens FREE

WHEN: Friday, Mar. 31
WHERE: Carnegie Library, 160 West Main Street, Carnegie Library, Carnegie Library

WHAT:

For teens in grades 6-12. It’s March Madness, so let’s celebrate by taste testing 16 different flavored potato chip and ranking them on the March Madness bracket to see which one wins! Register to attend.

WANT TO GO? Free

Spring Craft & Gift Fair

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Newfield High School, 145 Marshall Dr, Newfield High School, Newfield High School

WHAT:

The Annual Selden Spring Craft & Gift Fair will feature 75 exhibitors with an array of handmade items including photography, fine art, Spring home decor, wood crafts, wearable art custom designed jewelry, personalized ornaments, gourmet foods holiday baskets and chocolate. There will be a selection boutique ladieswear and so much more.

Admission is free. The Fair will benefit the Newfield HS Leader Club. Spring Shopping time is HERE!

WANT TO GO? free admission

Patchogue Family YMCA 5K Run/Walk

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Shorefront Park, 49 Smith Street, Shorefront Park, Shorefront Park

WHAT:

IN-PERSON 5K DETAILS:
Saturday, April 1 – 9:00 AM Start
We will be collecting non-perishable food items for Island Harvest at the race on Saturday.

In Person 5K Bib Pickup:

Pre-Race: Friday, March 31, 2023 – Time TBD
Day of Race: Saturday, April 1, 2023 – 8:00 AM
Pickup Location: Patchogue Family YMCA 255 W. Main Street Patchogue

T-SHIRTS ARE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE FOR INDIVIDUAL EVENTS

Post-race awards, prizes, refreshments and sponsor giveaways!

Proceeds benefit the YMCA Community Food Distribution Program to provide fresh, nutritious food to local families in need.

WANT TO GO? $25

Breakfast with Paw Patrol

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: The Mansion at Glen Cove, 200 Dosoris Lane, The Mansion at Glen Cove, The Mansion at Glen Cove

WHAT:

Meet and Dance with Puppies for an unforgettable experience! If you would like to be seated with your friends/family that has purchased tickets separately, please email [email protected] . Please reach out no later than 24 hours prior to the event to guarantee seat arrangement. Contact [email protected] or 516-751-5623 or for any questions.

Free Cancellation: 48 hours before ticket time.

WANT TO GO? $25-$40

Second Annual Spring Event FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Mattituck-Laurel Historical Society, 18200 Main Road & Cardinal Drive, Mattituck-Laurel Historical Society, Mattituck-Laurel Historical Society

WHAT:

On April 1^st, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. join us for the Mattituck-Laurel Historical Society’s 2^nd Annual Spring Event! The event will feature Egg hunts for children of all ages. We will be dividing the ages into the following categories: 10:30 a.m., ages under 5; 10:50 a.m.-11 a.m., ages 5-8; 11:10 a.m., ages 9-11, with treats and prizes for all ages. The Easter bunny will be there and you can take your picture with him! Light snacks and refreshments too. There will also be tours of the main museum. Fun for all ages. Free admission for adults and children. We are located at Cardinal Drive and Main Road, Mattituck. Parking is off Cardinal drive (off the Main Rd.) in the rear of the grounds. Donations and membership are encouraged and welcomed! For more information, call Lori at 631-384-1474.

WANT TO GO? Free

Free Community Easter Egg Hunt FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Beacon Church, 201 I U Willets Road, Beacon Church, Beacon Church

WHAT:

This community Easter Egg Hunt Event will feature bounce houses, games, crafts, snacks, and more!

WANT TO GO? Free

EGG-A-PALOOZA 2023

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Children’s Museum of the East End, 376 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Children’s Museum of the East End, Children’s Museum of the East End

WHAT:

CMEE peeps have worked their tails off filling eggs, and sprouting seeds to officially welcome Spring at our annual EGG-A-PALOZZA! During this wildly popular event, kids will design and decorate their own flower pots, plant spring flowers, and search for “Eco” Eggs containing treats and other goodies that have been hidden inside and around the Museum. And make sure you’ve got those cameras ready…a very special guest is rumored to be hopping dropping by that day.

WANT TO GO? $25; free for members

Egg Scramble

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Adventureland, 2245 Route 110, Adventureland, Adventureland

WHAT:

This is a fun spring event for all families! There will be vendors set up throughout the park giving out spring treats tot he kids. Easter Bunny will be present for pictures. Egg Scramble is included will all admission tickets on April 1st.

WANT TO GO? $36.99-$46.99

Orient Beach Spring Egg Hunt

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Orient Beach State Park, 40000 Main Road (Route 25), Orient Beach State Park, Orient Beach State Park

WHAT:

This annual event is a favorite with local families. Children up to the age of 12 can enjoy an egg hunt on the park grounds. Families can meet the Spring Bunny and have their picture taken with them.

WANT TO GO? $8 vehicle use fee

Seussical The Musical

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., John W. Engeman Theater, John W. Engeman Theater

WHAT:

”Oh the Thinks You Can Think!” Dive into the colorful world of Dr. Seuss as The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who sets off to save a speck of dust containing The Whos from destruction. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of doubters while guarding an abandoned egg, left to his care. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, imagination, loyalty, and community are challenged and emerge victorious.

WANT TO GO? $20

Easter Egg Hunt FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Mineola Memorial Park, 195 Marcellus Road, Mineola Memorial Park, Mineola Memorial Park

WHAT:

Edge City Church invites you to their annual Easter Egg Hunt! It’s going to be a fun-filled event with lots of surprises. The Easter egg hunt will be open to kids up to 5th grade, so feel free to bring your family and friends along.

There will also be a variety of fun activities, including face painting and games. RSVP requested.

WANT TO GO? Free

Easter Celebration at The Shoppes with the Easter Bunny

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: The Shoppes at East Wind, 5768 Route 25A, The Shoppes at East Wind, The Shoppes at East Wind

WHAT:

Join The Shoppes at East Wind for an Easter Celebration. Tickets Include taking your own photo with the Easter Bunny and receiving a free gift, bounce house, local craft vendors and visiting the shoppes. For an additional fee required you can Ride the Easter Bunny on the Carousel and have your face painted.

They will also be collecting non-perishable food items to help local families in need.

WANT TO GO? $10 children 13 and younger in advance; $15 children at the door; free for adults

Sea-Going Crafts

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: The Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor, 301 Main Street, The Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor, The Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor

WHAT:

Enjoy self-serve crafts in our workshop inspired by the sea!

WANT TO GO? Included with admission: $8; $6 seniors 62 and older and children 4-17

First Responders on First Weekends

As a sign of gratitude, The Whaling Museum is offering free general admission tickets to First and Second Responders and their families (up to 5 per group) during the first weekend of the month 11-4pm. Responders from any town or city are welcome. Please show ID cards at the admission desk.

WANT TO GO? Free for First Responders; all others: $8; $6 seniors 62 and older and children 4-17

Whaleboat Chat

Join this fascinating drop-in chat exploring the star of the museum’s collection: the whaleboat, the only fully equipped whaling vessel with its original gear on display in New York. Discover the who, what, and whys of whaling, imagine what a Nantucket Sleighride was like, and touch a harpoon. Adults and kids welcome.

WANT TO GO? Included with admission: $8; $6 seniors 62 and older and children 4-17

Family Fun Day FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Roosevelt Field, 630 Old Country Rd, Roosevelt Field, Roosevelt Field

WHAT:

Bring the kids for some fun and enjoy face painting, balloon twisting, treats & games from NAYA, photos with the Chick-fil-A mascot and more!

Activities happening near the Easter Bunny’s spring garden.

WANT TO GO? Free

Belmont Lake Spring Egg Hunt

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Belmont Lake State Park, 625 Belmont Road, Belmont Lake State Park, Belmont Lake State Park

WHAT:

Children can participate in an egg hunt as well as visit a petting zoo, take a pony ride, and play various games. The highlight of the day is meeting the Spring Bunny and having your picture taken with them. Sponsors and food vendors will be on-site as well.

WANT TO GO? $8 vehicle use fee

Forever Plaid

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 1
WHERE: Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont Memorial Library Theater, Elmont Memorial Library Theater

WHAT:

Once upon a time, there were four guys who discovered that they shared a love for music! An affectionate musical homage to the close harmony guy groups that reached the height of their popularity during the 1950s. The show features such hits as Three Coins in a Fountain, Heart and Soul, Catch a Falling Star, and Love is A Many Splendored Thing.

WANT TO GO? $49; $45 seniors

Family Model Matzah Bakery

WHEN: Sunday, Apr. 2
WHERE: Chabad of Oceanside, 3700 Oceanside Road W, Chabad of Oceanside, Chabad of Oceanside

WHAT:

Make your very own handmade matzah, do some taste testing, and hear the story of Passover. Advanced registration required.

WANT TO GO? $10 per child

Peeps and Paws at Southampton Animal Shelter

WHEN: Sunday, Apr. 2
WHERE: Southampton Animal Shelter, 102 Old Riverhead Rd WEST, Southampton Animal Shelter, Southampton Animal Shelter

WHAT:

The Southampton Animal Shelter’s Peeps & Paws is a special Easter egg hunt for pets and kids, on Saturday, April 2, 11am-3pm. Highlights include a blessing of the animals, egg hunt, raffles and bake sale. For information, contact 631-728-7387 or southamptonanimalshelter.com.

WANT TO GO? $10 per dog and per child

Bunny Butt Planters

WHEN: Sunday, Apr. 2
WHERE: , , ,

WHAT:

We’ll use giant pom poms and make them look like a bunny hiding in a pot (Registration required). Age: Tweens (grades 4-6)

WANT TO GO? Free with Westhampton Free Library Card

Pet Photos with The Bunny

WHEN: Sunday, Apr. 2
WHERE: Smith Haven Mall, 313 Smith Haven Mall, Smith Haven Mall, Smith Haven Mall

WHAT:

Brought to you by Island Federal Credit Union, Bring your furry friend for photos with the Easter Bunny! Pet photos will take place at Center Court. Please enter through the Mall entrance located between Macy’s and Texas de Brazil. Photos will be taken and available for purchase at this event.

WANT TO GO? Photo packages start at $39.99

Trivia Night: How Well Do You Know Huntington? Play Online

WHEN: Sunday, Apr. 2
WHERE: The Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor, 301 Main Street, The Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor, The Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor

WHAT:

In honor of the 370th anniversary of Huntington’s founding on April 2, 1653, join the museum online for a special Trivia Night about All Things Huntington. Answer questions about local history, nature, stores, beaches, celebrities, streets, and more within the Town, from Cold Spring Harbor to Northport to Dix Hills. Prizes for top winners! Register in advance.

Hosted together with the Town of Huntington Historic Partnership.

WANT TO GO? $10 participant; $5 members

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Looking to plan an awesome weekend on Long Island packed with fun for the whole family? Whether you are planning a day trip in close to the New York metro area or are looking for kid-friendly fun that's close to home, we've got you covered! There’s a lot of kid-friendly family fun planned for this weekend right here in Nassau and Suffolk counties. From storytimes and concerts to museum exhibits, crafts activities, seasonal events, and more, you'll find something to do that keeps the whole family having fun! Plan your weekend on Long Island with our guide that highlights the best family-friendly (vritual and in-person) events happening throughout Long Island. And check out our Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester, and Rockland weekend roundups for more fun inspiration!

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