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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Sail into the summer festival season this June at these great events across Long Island. The fairs we highlight below serve up tasty food, super spinny rides, animal interactions, and more.
Looking for other outdoor entertainment ideas? Find tons of ways to bring the heat in our Guide to Summer Activities.
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Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this Mother's Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.
Hip hip hooray, it's Mother's Day! Moms are in the spotlight at several spots across Long Island, including the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, Harbes Family Farm, and the Adventure Park at Long Island.
Plus, the highly anticipated, seasonal Our Backyard outdoor exhibit opens at the Long Island Children's Museum this weekend, too. At the same time, Big Bounce America hops into its extended stay at the Broadway Commons.
You can get a jumpstart on spoiling mom this weekend with our list of 50 gifts moms really want or plan a Mother's Day outing on Long Island.
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Good Life Clubhaus Juice Bar & Play Café is a new family-friendly space in Nassau County that combines a juice bar, casual dining, and indoor play zones. It's designed for both kids and adults, whether you're there for a quick bite, a toddler playdate, or some downtime with coffee.
Read on for everything you need to know about this inviting new hybrid biz, and check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces on Long Island, which includes an article on Long Island cafes with kids' play spaces.
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Editor's note: Organizers have announced the 2026 Jones Beach Air Show will take place Sunday, July 5, and Monday, July 6, 2026, as part of the 250th anniversary celebration of the United States.
The super-popular Jones Beach Air Show is returning in all its thrilling glory to Jones Beach this Memorial Day weekend. The show, formerly known as the Bethpage Air Show and now officially rebranded as the FourLeaf Air Show, features show-stopping aviation acrobatics.Hundreds of thousands of visitors attend this unofficial kick-off to summer, so we've put together the guide below to help make your visit to the Jones Beach Air Show as smooth as possible.
For other open-air cultural offerings, check out our rundown of the best beaches and pools in the area, and bookmark our comprehensive Guide to Summer Activities on Long Island.
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From Mother's Day to Memorial Day, we've rounded up fun things to do all month long on Long Island!
May is here, and it's shaping up to be a stellar month. We're excited to welcome back highly anticipated annual events like the Jones Beach Air Show and the Fleece and Fiber Fair at Hallockville Farm Museum. This month, Long Island's largest water park, Splish Splash, will also reopen, sporting a new water playground.
Read on for all the ways to pack your calendar this month on Long Island.
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Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this Easter weekend.
This weekend's Easter brunch at the Long Island Aquarium features a penguin scavenger egg hunt, a kids' craft station, and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Stomp over to The Center for Science to participate in an adventurous egg hunt while interacting with animatronic dinos and live animals.
Experience a Willy Wonka twist on the traditional Easter egg hunt as Waterdrinker Family Farm in Manorville hides a giant golden egg in the field every hour. Or march along the streets of Bellmore, Port Jefferson, or Bellport with the Easter Bunny.
Families can also celebrate Earth Day with a free slate of activities at Tanger Outlets, including an animal show, face painting, and a scavenger hunt.
If your kids are on spring break this week, be sure to bookmark this long list of fun things to do with kids on vacation!
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Earth Day is the perfect time for Long Island families to come together and show love for the planet. Whether you’re looking for outdoor cleanups, eco-friendly workshops, nature walks, or fun festivals, there are plenty of ways to get involved on Long Island this year.
We’ve rounded up the best Earth Day activities and events for kids happening on Long Island. Keep reading to find the perfect way to celebrate while positively impacting the environment!
Looking for more ways to connect with Mother Earth? Check out our stories on the best parks and nature centers across Long Island.
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If you're looking for a fun and exciting way to challenge yourself while spending quality time with your family, the Adventure Park at Long Island in Wheatley Heights is a great option.
We brought six teens with varying comfort levels on heights to this adventure park in early spring and the entire bunch was electric afterwards, boasting about their course conquests and lightning finishing speeds. I would highly recommend the Adventure Park at Long Island for active kids and small groups.
Read on for what to expect during your visit, plus tips for making the most of this high-flying family adventure.
There are lots more destinations on Long Island for thrill-seeking families. Check out our Guide to Playgrounds and Parks on Long Island, or take a look our rundown of birthday party venues that are perfect for any adrenaline junkies in your house.
