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Drop a line for some family-friendly fishing at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery. Photo by Jaime Sumersille
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6/26/19 - By Jaime Sumersille

Start your Fourth of July fireworks season early at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow or at a veterans celebration at Town Park in Lido Beach on Saturday night.  At Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, take a look at some of the many creatures that blow bubbles to survive. These are just a sample of some of the great family-friendly entertainment on Long Island this weekend.

Elsewhere, head out to Brookhaven to Long Island Live Steamers this Sunday and ride steam, diesel, and electric trains operating on eight acres of scale tracks. 

See our events calendar and June GoList for even more weekend inspiration. Our summer fun guide keeps you tuned in all season. 

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Enjoy rides, games, and more at the Town Park Beach Carnival at Point Lookout. Photo courtesy of Dreamland Amusements
Enjoy rides, games, and more at the Town Park Beach Carnival at Point Lookout. Photo courtesy of Dreamland Amusements

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Town Park Beach Carnival at Point Lookout

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This family-friendly event, presented by the Town of Hempstead, features exciting rides and games for all ages, fair food, and live music and entertainment, including fireworks shows. READ MORE

Nautical Museum at Horton Point Lighthouse

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Roam the lush grounds outside and then climb the 60-foot-high beacon of light. READ MORE

Catch and Keep Fishing at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery

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Fish for trout on a daily stocked pond at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery. Drop a line and see what hooks! READ MORE
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Get a headstart on Fourth of July fireworks at TD Bank's Celebrate America show. Photo courtesy of the event

Family-Friendly Events Saturday, June 29

Who's Blowing Bubbles at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve

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There are many creatures in this world that blow bubbles. This group takes a look at some of them to figure out how blowing bubbles helps them survive. READ MORE

Cowboy-Mounted Shooting Show at Old Bethpage Village Restoration

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Thrill to a re-enactment of historic shooting competitions from the Wild West.  READ MORE

Fireworks at Riverhead Raceway

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This historic celebration of 75 years of racing at Riverhead Raceway includes a special 74-lap Modified feature as part of the Ted Christopher Crown Jewel Series, plus fireworks and Big Wheel races. READ MORE

Town of North Hempstead Movies in the Park

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Bring your picnic dinner, lawn chairs, and enjoy these family-friendly films at various locations across the Town of North Hempstead.  READ MORE
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Introduce kids to the mysterious world of bugs at the Long Island Children's Museum's annual Bug Bonanza event. Photo courtesy of LICM

Family-Friendly Events Sunday, June 30

Long Island Live Steamers Mini Train Rides

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Chug on down to Long Island Live Steamers' twice-monthly Sunday public run days. Ride steam, diesel, and electric trains operating on eight acres of scale tracks.  READ MORE

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Smithtown's Family Concerts at Hoyt Farm

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The Smithtown Recreation Department has scheduled several performances for this year's free concert series at Hoyt Farm. Bring chairs and picnic dinners to enjoy the show. READ MORE

Bug Bonanza at LICM

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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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