Things to Do with Kids in Long Island This Weekend
Whatever the weather is doing, Long Island has options. We track 372 places to take kids across the area, including family entertainment centers (57), museums & educational attractions (12) and historic sites (9).
Find kid-friendly places to play, learn and explore in and around Long Island. Browse by category below, or jump to a few popular spots families visit.
Things to do in Long Island this weekend
Weekends are when most families actually get out, so start here. 6 of these places are outdoors and 72 are indoors, which matters more than usual when the forecast turns.
Indoor activities for kids in Long Island
When it rains, or when it is simply too cold to be outside for long, there are 72 indoor places to choose from. Museums and indoor playgrounds are the usual answer, and both work at short notice.
Free things to do with kids in Long Island
A good share of what is on this page costs nothing. 15 of the places we list are free to visit, which makes a short trip perfectly reasonable when attention spans are short.
Best places by age in Long Island
Splash pads, wading pools and indoor play areas suit toddlers, because they are shallow, close by and easy to leave early. Older children get more out of the hands-on museums and the bigger play structures.
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Common questions
What are the best things to do with kids in Long Island?
We list 372 kid-friendly places in Long Island, led by family entertainment centers (57) and museums & educational attractions (12). Every listing shows hours, prices and what other parents thought.
What can you do with kids in Long Island for free?
15 of the places we list in Long Island are free to visit, including playgrounds, splash pads and several outdoor spaces.
Where can you take kids in Long Island when it is raining?
There are 72 indoor places in Long Island, including museums, indoor playgrounds and family entertainment centres.