Best Places to Get Kids' Ears Pierced on Long Island in 2025

Ali Weiss Jewelry in Roslyn uses only 14k gold for piercings. Photo courtesy of the Ali Weiss Jewelry
Ali Weiss Jewelry in Roslyn uses only 14k gold for piercings. Photo courtesy of the Ali Weiss Jewelry
5/19/25 - By Gina Massaro

Whether it's your 6-month-old, 6-year-old, or 16-year-old, you are looking for the same thing when it comes to getting their ears pierced: A sanitary, well-respected, and experienced place for your child's first ear piercing experience.

Knowing where to start can be overwhelming, but you want to choose somewhere you and your child will feel comfortable. Many of these places also have a wide selection of jewelry, so your child can buy pieces that show off their unique style. 

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Where to Get Ear Piercings for Kids in Nassau County

1. Tori Ear Piercing – Port Washington

Around since 2005, Tori Ear Piercing is an ear piercing studio that pierces newborns through adults. The studio comes recommended by many local parents, as well as pediatricians. There's a large selection of jewelry, and you must use a purchased piece to use the studio. For minors, a parent must be present, not just an adult. Tori Ear Piercing is by appointment only. 

2. Ali Weiss Jewelry – Roslyn

Ali Weiss Jewelry is a luxury jeweler and piercing studio. The store's jewelry has been featured in Elle, Cosmopolitan, Vogue, and more. Ali Weiss sells fine jewelry and exclusively pierces with 14k gold and diamond jewelry. The piercing studio itself is very trendy and perfect for teen photo ops. 

3. Village Streetwear – Merrick

Village Streetwear owner Lesa Shapiro designs and custom makes the jewelry found in the store. Technicians have experience with kids of all ages. If you have a teen who is dying for more than just their lobes pierced, Village Streetwear specializes in many different kinds of piercings, including industrial, rook, nose piercing, and others. Walk-ins are welcome, but the shop is closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 

4. Contempo Jewelers – West Hempstead

Contempo Jewelers has over 25 years of experience in baby and child ear piercing, and the business is recommended by local pediatricians. Technicians are comforting and caring. Appointments must be booked in advance. 

Where to get kids ears pierced Long Island: Pinned by Dana girlo with pierced ears
Pinned by Dana is run by a veteran piercing professional. Photo courtesy Pinned by Dana

5. Pinned by Dana – Farmingdale

Not only does Dana have over 20 years of experience piercing, but she's also a mom to two small kids. She is a safe and clean piercer offering comfort and support to all her clients. As a mom, she knows how to help ease children in the piercing chair. She can be booked at her studio, Pinned by Dana.

Where to Get Ear Piercings for Kids in Suffolk County

A note on ear piercing in Suffolk County: In Suffolk County, for a minor to get a piercing, you must have a signed, dated, and notarized Minor Piercing Consent Form. You will also need a form of ID for your child, whether a school ID, birth certificate, passport, etc. If the parents' last name does not match the child's, you must bring the birth certificate proving you are the parent. The piercing or tattoo studio will provide you with the form. 

6. Amulet Arts – Patchogue

Amulet Arts prides itself on its high standards. Besides a clean and professional studio, it is also an art gallery showcasing local artists. For kids, Amulet Arts recommends having a meal before the piercing to maintain blood sugar levels. 

7. Rowan – Huntington Station

You can be confident your child is in safe hands at Rowan. All piercings are performed by licensed nurses. In addition, all the jewelry is hypoallergenic. Teens, rejoice: The studio encourages selfies! There's a second location at Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City. 

8. Gray Jewelers – Saint James

Piercing at Gray Jewelers is free when you purchase a 14k gold or white gold earring set. The business has lots of experience piercing littles as young as two months. Children even receive a certificate commemorating their first piercing. 

Where to Get Ear Piercings for Kids Across Long Island

9. Your Pediatrician

Many pediatricians offer ear piercings in their offices. Speak with them if you're interested in getting your babies' ears pierced. My doctor offers it at 6 months, but check in to see what age your pediatrician recommends. 

10. Claire's 

Claire's is a favorite among lots of little girls for all the cute accessories, but you can also get your ears pierced there. Piercing specialists have completed training on ear piercing and must take refresher courses each year. 

11. Banter by Piercing Pagoda

Similar to Claire's, Banter is a place many of us first found inside a mall as a kid or teenager. You get to choose the ear piercing method, either a sterilized needle or a piercing device. 

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About the Author

Gina Massaro
Gina Massaro is a Long Island native who believes in whimsy, fairies, and the idea of never growing up. She’s a mom to 3 young kids and a small zoo, and she has over 8 years of experience and childhood education expertise as a preschool educator. She tries to find time to write and paint between school pickups, diaper changes, and dog walks. For more of her art and writing check out her website: ginamassaro.com.