5 Family-Friendly Summer Activities on Long Island

Whether you're raising kids here or just visiting for the sunshine, Long Island is packed with kid-approved, memory-making summer fun. From thrill rides to legendary concerts, here are five top picks every family should hit this season.

💦 1. Splash & Slide at Splish Splash Water Park – Calverton

No summer is complete without a day at Splish Splash, Long Island’s biggest water park. With wave pools, lazy rivers, toddler-friendly play zones, and slides for the brave, there’s something for every age and fear factor.

📍 Plan Your Visit

💡 Pro Tip: Go midweek to skip the big crowds—and don’t forget water shoes!

🏖 2. Soak Up the Sun at Robert Moses State Park – Babylon

A little more laid-back than Jones Beach, Robert Moses is a local favorite for families who want clean sand, calm water, and a big open sky. There’s a boardwalk to explore, snack stands, and even a pitch & putt golf course.

📍 Robert Moses Info

🗺 Fun Add-On: Take a short walk from Field 5 to the Fire Island Lighthouse for stunning views.

🎢 3. Classic Rides & Funnel Cake at Adventureland – Farmingdale

For good, old-school fun, Adventureland delivers. Think spinning rides, carnival games, an indoor arcade, and that nostalgic summer vibe. It’s been a Long Island staple since 1962—and still a crowd favorite.

📍 Tickets & Hours

🎡 Must-ride: The Turbulence Coaster (a kid-approved thrill)!

🎶 4. Catch a Summer Concert at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater – Wantagh

Outdoor concerts by the beach? Yes, please. This iconic amphitheater brings in top music acts all summer long, with sweeping waterfront views and a family-friendly vibe. It's a summer tradition for locals and visitors alike.

📍 Jones Beach Theater Schedule

🎤 Pro Tip: Bring a blanket for the beach after the show—sunsets here are next-level.

🌳 5. Explore Nature & History at Sands Point Preserve – Port Washington

Tucked on the North Shore, this scenic 216-acre park is home to historic mansions, nature trails, a rose garden, and stunning Long Island Sound views. Pack a picnic, tour the Hempstead House, and let the kids explore wide-open spaces.

📍Sands Point Preserve Info

🌹 Don’t Miss: Family Nature Walks and kid-friendly seasonal events.

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