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1/31/25 - By Jaime Sumersille

From Valentine's Day to great events during the winter break week, a wintry mix of family fun is in the forecast this February on Long Island.

This month is packed with frosty fun that’s actually worth leaving the house for. Think outdoor festivals that celebrate all things wintery (hello FrostFest at The Whaling Museum, WinterFests in Rockville Centre and Southold, and HarborFrost in Sag Harbor), plus some seriously big-ticket excitement.

Monster Jam roars into UBS Arena for kids who like their fun loud and muddy, while the Harlem Globetrotters bring the laughs, tricks, and jaw-dropping moves to Nassau Coliseum.

My Top 5 Events This Month, At a Glance 

We’re adding more events to our Family Activity Calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently. And subscribe to our newsletters to get stories like this delivered directly to your inbox

 

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FrostFest at The Whaling Museum

Cold Spring Harbor
Sunday, February 2, 2025
Warm up from the cold in this wintery celebration; FrostFest at The Whaling Museum. Discover survival tricks of polar sea creatures, see walrus and narwhal tusks, create crafts, meet Elsa, and enjoy ice cream. READ MORE

Monster Jam at UBS Arena

Elmont
Friday, February 7-Sunday, February 9, 2025
Monster Jam rolls into the UBS Arena with daredevil stunts and car-crushing moves. READ MORE

Valentine's Day Card Exchange at Sensory Beans

Wantagh
Saturday, February 8, 2025
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Prismatic Wonders Workshop at the Science Museum of Long Island

Plandome
Friday, February 28, 2025
SMLI's Discoveries After Dark series embraces the world of science at night. Each evening features a pizza dinner that's followed by hands-on science activities and exploration. READ MORE

Sag Harbor's HarborFrost

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Saturday, February 8, 2025
HarborFrost is a celebration of winter highlighting two extreme elements—fire and ice. Enjoy ice-carving demonstrations, ice sculptures along Main Street, live music performances, and children’s activities.  READ MORE

TMB Model Train Club Open House

Dix Hills – FREE
Saturday, February 8-Sunday, February 9, 2025
Escape into a realm where imagination takes center stage at the TMB Model Train Club. Nestled in the heart of Dix Hills, visitors can embark on a captivating journey through its newly expanded 6,000-square-foot train room. READ MORE

Lunar New Year Celebration at the Landmark on Main

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Sunday, February 9, 2025
Lunar New Year festivities include crafts, activities, food, and a live performance with traditional Chinese music, dance, and martial arts. READ MORE

Presidents Week at Garvies Point Museum

Glen Cove
Starts Saturday, February 15, 2025
Unique crafts and nature-inspired activities and hikes are scheduled at the Garvies Point Museum throughout the winter school break. From Native American games and crafts to winter walks and educational films, each day presents new offerings for visitors.  READ MORE

Princess Concert & Tea Party at the Suffolk

Riverhead
Sunday, February 9, 2025
Sing along to all your little princess’s favorite Disney songs such as Let It Go, A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes, Part of Your World, Something There, A Whole New World, I’m Almost There, How Far I’ll Go, I See The Light, and many more. READ MORE

Southold WinterFest

Southold – FREE
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Southold Town’s WinterFest celebrates the entire hamlet with culture, food, and other celebrations. It includes live entertainment, food and beverages, activities for adults and children, as well as special events and prizes. READ MORE

Jurassic Quest at Nassau Coliseum

Uniondale
Opens Saturday, February 15 2025
See more than 100 life-size animatronic dinosaurs, including apatosaurus, spinosaurus, T. Rex, and an incredible, 50-foot-long Megalodon. READ MORE

Winter Break at the Suffolk County Farm & Education Center

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Starts Monday, February 17, 2025
Winter Break at the farm inspires youth to have fun outside while learning about agriculture, animal science, nutrition, healthy living, and life skills on a 100-year-old working farm. READ MORE

Fun-cation Winter Break at the Long Island Aquarium

Riverhead
Starts Monday, February 17, 2025
Working during the school break? Send your kids to the Long Island Aquarium for a day or two–or the entire week.  READ MORE

School Break Wildlife Camp at Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Quogue
Starts Tuesday, February 18, 2025
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Disney's Lion King Jr. at the Showplace at Bellmore Movies

Bellmore
Wednesday, February 19-Sunday, February 23, 2025
Get ready to roar! Head to Bellmore Movies, courtesy of the Sunrise Theatre Company, for a breathtaking stage adventure that brings The Lion King to life. READ MORE

Family Movie Night at the Cradle of Aviation: Lilo & Stitch

Garden City
Friday, February 21, 2025
Explore museum galleries at the Cradle of Aviation and smile for photos before cozying up in the theater for a showing of How to Train Your Dragon.  READ MORE

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Roosevelt Field Mall

Garden City – FREE
Sunday, February 2, 2025
Roosevelt Field Mall welcomes families to celebrate Lunar New Year with an array of festive entertainment, including Lion Dance, Ribbon Dance, and other traditional Chinese performances. READ MORE

WinterFest at the Emma Clark Library

Setuaket - FREE
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Bundle up the family and head to Emma Clark Library for a blizzard of winter-themed crafts and games! READ MORE

Groundhog Day at Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center

Hampton Bays - FREE
Sunday, February 2, 2025
Will the rescue center's resident groundhog, Allen McButterpants, be able to see his shadow? Find out, and enjoy kids' activities and other treats.  READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

Garvies Point Museum and Preserve
Suffolk County Farm & Education Center
Showplace at Bellmore Movies
Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center

About the Author

Jaime Sumersille
Jaime Sumersille, a mom of two boys in Bellmore, has been writing for Mommy Poppins for over a decade. She’s always exploring Long Island’s beaches, parks, and new attractions, and loves sharing those experiences on the site. Jaime enjoys adding her family’s perspective to Mommy Poppins’ mission.
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