Upcoming events on Long Island
Continuing the list — 176 curated events total. Handpicked by The Editors.
Editor's Pick Geology Rocks!: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival
Tiny kids (3-5) learn about rocks, minerals, and Long Island geology at this morning program. It's $4 per child, cash at the door—meet at the Reichert Administration Building, which is the main office right off the Nissequogue entrance. Parents stick around and it's about an hour.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Editor's Pick Beach Scavenger Hunt - All Abilities Family program, FREE PROGRAM
This beach scavenger hunt at Sunken Meadow is designed for all abilities—physical and developmental—so families who sometimes struggle to find inclusive programs should know about it. Meet at the Nature Center in Lot 1, which is the first parking area off the main entrance road. Totally free.
- When
- Where
- Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center, Kings Park
Editor's Pick Natural History Tour: Adult Program, $4 per person upon arrival
A guided hike through Nissequogue River State Park connects the trails to the area's natural and human history. The park sits on Kings Park Psychiatric Center's former grounds, so there's plenty of backstory woven into the landscape. Meet at the main office building—$4 per person when you arrive.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Long Island Restaurant Week — Spring + Fall Editions
Long Island Restaurant Week runs twice a year — 11 days in late April and late October — with 175+ participating restaurants offering 3-course prix-fixe menus at $30, $40, $50 price points. The locals' move to try the destination restaurants without committing to a full-price weekend night.
- When
- Where
- 175+ Long Island Restaurants, Long Island
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick 7 in Heaven Singles Speed Dating Age B 34-48 Roslyn
Traditional speed dating at Mim's in Roslyn Heights for singles 34-48—rotating tables, timed conversations, the whole setup. It's a way to meet people in person instead of swiping, and Mim's on Roslyn Road has its own lot. Starts at 7:30pm Friday night.
- When
- Where
- Mim's Restaurant, Roslyn Heights
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick 7 in Heaven Singles Zip-lining and Obstacle Course Ages 40's 50's 60's +
Same Adventure Park zipline setup as the later session, but this one starts at 1:30pm for singles in their 40s, 50s, and 60s+. You'll navigate tree obstacle courses and ziplines with people your age while it's still full daylight. Parking's easy at the Colonial Springs Road entrance.
- When
- Where
- The Adventure Park at Long Island, Wheatley Heights
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Singles ages 20's 30's 40's Fall Twilight Ziplining @ Adventure Park
7 in Heaven runs a singles mixer on the Adventure Park's zipline courses as the sun sets—think tree obstacles and aerial routes with mood lighting for 20s-40s singles. Colonial Springs Road in Wheatley Heights has dedicated parking. The twilight timing means cooler temps and less crowded platforms.
- When
- Where
- The Adventure Park at Long Island, Wheatley Heights
- Price
- See ticket page
Harbes Family Farm — Pumpkin Picking + Winery Weekend
Harbes Family Farm in Mattituck combines a working farm + pumpkin patch + corn maze + on-site winery — making it the locals' pick for an East End fall day-trip with both kid-friendly farm activities and adult winery tastings. Open daily mid-September through Halloween.
- When
- Where
- Harbes Family Farm, Mattituck
- Price
- See ticket page
Editor's Pick Artist Spotlight: Tim Burton Workshop -Family Program 12+, $4 per person
Learn ink-drawing techniques inspired by Tim Burton's distinctive style while watching one of his films during this Inktober workshop for ages 12+. $4 per person at the Nissequogue River State Park main office building. Bring your own sketchbook if you have one.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Editor's Pick Artist Spotlight: Tim Burton Workshop -Family Program Age13+, $4 per person
Learn ink-drawing techniques while watching a Tim Burton film at Nissequogue River State Park. Ages 13 and up work on "Inktober" skills—think cross-hatching, stippling, and Burton's signature spindly style. It's $4 per person at the main office building on the park grounds.
- When
- Where
- Nissequogue River State Park Main Office (Charles & Helen Reichert Administration Building), Kings Park
Long Island Comedy Festival — Three Nights, Three Venues
Long Island Comedy Festival is a three-night October showcase across Governor's Comedy Club Levittown, The Paramount Huntington, and the Suffolk Theater Riverhead. 12+ touring acts including former SNL writers, late-night regulars, and rising NYC comics. The locals' move for serious comedy in a single weekend.
- When
- Where
- Multiple Venues (Governor's + Paramount + Suffolk Theater), Long Island
- Price
- See ticket page
Clubhouse Tours: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival
Tour the historic Main House at Connetquot River State Park Preserve, once the private retreat of the exclusive South Side Sportsmen's Club. You'll see preserved interiors and hear stories about Long Island's sportfishing past. 2 PM tour on Sunday. $4 per person.
- When
- Where
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve, Oakdale