Smith Haven Mall Carnival – June 11-21, 2026

There’s something for everyone at this family-fun event, from thrilling midway rides and games for all ages and favorite fair food to the jaw-dropping Big Bee Transforming Robot Car. Carnival admission: $5 (free for kids under 36″ tall). Parking is free. Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36″ & taller) are $42 on site ($40 cash price) […]

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Memorial Day Weekend Carnivals presented by Dreamland Amusements

There is nothing more fun than a local carnival with friends and family to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend. Our friends at Dreamland Amusements are bringing carnival fun to Long Island with three local carnivals. Will you attend all three happening in Nassau County? See the details of all three local carnivals below…  Levittown, the carnival […]

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Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® at Old Westbury Gardens

Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects® Made with LEGO® bricks exhibit is a must-see limited engagement happening through September 7, 2026. We highly recommend adding this family fun experience at Old Westbury Gardens to your Long Island 2026 Bucket List. This is the first time Long Island has this exhibit and it will be open to members TODAY […]

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Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation Invites Non-Profit Organizations to Participate in 2026 Pumpkin Park

Deadline to apply for a table is September 1st Adventureland, Long Island’s iconic amusement park, offering family fun for everyone since 1962, is excited to announce that for the first time ever its Helping Hands Foundation will be sponsoring the annual Pumpkin Park event from 11am-5pm on Halloween, Saturday, 10/31/26. This year Long Island non-profit organizations […]

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LICM hosts “Adults Only” Nostalgia Night this Wednesday evening

Long Island Children’s Museum (LICM) is inviting grown-ups to reclaim the joy of childhood at its upcoming Adults Only Nostalgia Night on Wednesday, May 6 from 6:30 to 9 pm. Designed exclusively for ages 23 and up, this after-hours event transforms the Museum into a playful, high-energy night out filled with music, games and hands-on fun—No Kids Allowed.  Guests will have the opportunity […]

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Bald Hill Fair begins Thursday, May 7th 2026

You won’t want to miss the Bald Hill Fair as it returns Thursday, May 7th for 11 days at The Catholic Health Amphitheater in Farmingville. Fair season on Long Island kicks off with dazzling Fireworks by Grucci both Saturday nights and other family entertainment, exciting midway rides for all ages (including a 110′-tall Ferris wheel), […]

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STEM Weekend at Long Island Children’s Museum

STEM Weekend at Long Island Children’s Museum Inspires Exploration, Innovation and Environmental DiscoveryTwo Days of Hands-On Activities Connect Kids to Science and the World Around Them  Long Island Children’s Museum (LICM) invites families to explore, experiment and imagine during STEM Weekend, taking place Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 from 11 am to 3 pm each day. […]

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Museum Monday: Heckscher Museum of Art

There is nothing better than enjoying the day with your family exploring a place you may have visited before but, didn’t see everything it had to offer. Many of us on Long Island have probably visited the gorgeous grounds at Heckscher Park that is centrally located in the middle of Huntington Village. You have probably even […]

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Planting Cold-Tolerant Vegetables

Are you enjoying the warmer weather days and have the urge to plant some cold-tolerant vegetables and plants? I always learn a lot of great tips when I head over and see my good friends at Olde Towne Gardens in East Setauket, NY. Long Island is considered zone 7 for planting. April can give us some […]

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