Hey Suffolk Fam! Ready to make the most of November? Here’s a roundup of the best family-friendly activities happening on the weekends in Suffolk County. Grab your calendars and pick a few to check out!
- Riverhead Holiday Light Show – This drive-thru event is a dazzling light display featuring hundreds of holiday-themed lights perfect for the whole family. Open all November long at the Long Island Sports Park in Calverton.
- Seal Walks at Cupsogue Beach – Starting November 24th, join the CRESLI team for a family-friendly guided seal walk at Cupsogue Beach County Park in Westhampton. These walks are educational and perfect for families with kids who love wildlife.
- Long Island Aquarium’s Fall Festival – Enjoy special events at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead throughout November, including interactive exhibits, arts and crafts, and seasonal fun for kids.
- Holiday Princess Tea Party at the Long Island Aquarium – Calling all little royals! The Holiday Princess Tea Party at the Aquarium’s Sea Star Ballroom serves up white-glove tea service with finger sandwiches and sweet treats that’ll make any young guest feel like a true VIP.
- Harbes Family Farm Fall Fun – Pumpkin season might be over, but Harbes Family Farm in Mattituck is keeping the fall spirit alive with hayrides, farm-fresh treats, and tons of outdoor fun. Weekends here are all about cozy autumn vibes.
- Rocket Club at Suffolk County Farm & Education Center – Blast off! Kids can join the Rocket Club series at the Suffolk County Farm, where they’ll learn all about rocket science. Each week offers a different rocket-building experience, from stomp rockets to water bottle rockets, and even a solid-fuel model rocket launch!
- Zoo Walkthrough in Patchogue – On select dates, stop by Patchogue Parks and Recreation for a petting zoo walkthrough featuring farm animals, craft vendors, and even a take-home craft project for the kids. It’s the perfect combo of hands-on fun and cute animal moments.
- Sayville Falls Holiday Light Show & Winter Garden – Sayville Falls is bringing a little something new to Long Island this winter! Guests can walk through the Sayville Falls Holiday Light Show & Winter Garden and even have the option to rent an igloo.
- Patchogue Village Christmas Holiday Boat Parade – Watch the decorated boats sail the Patchogue River. This year’s theme is rock star Christmas, There are many viewing spots along the riverfront.
- Girl Scouts of Suffolk County’s Holiday Light Show and Enchanted Forest – See the lights up close as you walk through this trail filled with displays, some designed by Girl Scouts.
- Waterdrinker Winter Wonderland – It’s back and brighter than ever! Waterdrinker’s Winter Wonderland in Manorville opens in late November with incredible light displays, a Christmas tree farm, holiday games, and even a giant snow globe for family photo ops. Grab a hot cocoa and cider donut to top off a magical day.
