Your Ultimate Long Island Weekender: Things To Do, Events, and Family Fun for Friday, August 22 – Sunday, August 24

BABYLON, NY – Summer’s prime is winding down, and Long Island’s weekend calendar is packed with family fun, cultural celebrations, and lively local fairs. From dinosaur adventures and family movie nights to Celtic heritage festivals and bay cruises, there’s a weekend adventure for every interest. Here’s your go-to guide to fill the days with memorable moments on Long Island.

Events & Things to Do by Category

Outdoor & Nature

• Bay Cruise on the Calm Great South Bay (Friday–Sunday)
  Take a peaceful, family-friendly bay cruise aboard Captain Gillen—no fishing, just relaxing views and sea breez
• Adventureland Amusement Park (East Farmingdale, Friday–Sunday)
  Continues full operation for summer with its thrill rides, coasters, water zones, and carnival vibes.

Culture & Creative Experiences

• Family Movie Night: Monsters, Inc. (Friday evening)
  Join a fun screening at Cradle of Aviation Museum – make a Scare Floor closet door and enjoy creative crafting before the movie.
• Farmingdale Vendor Fair on the Village Green (Saturday–Sunday)
  Shop local crafts, trinkets, and goodies with live entertainment and community ambiance.
• Island Park Greek Festival (Thursday–Sunday)
  Celebrate Greek culture with traditional foods, live music, rides, and community festivities in Island Park.
• Long Island Celtic Festival & Highland Games (Saturday)
  Head to Old Westbury Gardens for a full-day festival of pipe bands, Highland athletic feats, Celtic crafts, and foods honoring Irish, Scottish, and Welsh traditions.

Family & Community Fun

• Dinosaur Adventure Grand Opening (White Post Farms, starting Friday)
  Meet lifelike dinos and fantasy creatures – perfect for kids and curious explorers at the newly expanded White Post Farms.

Music, Movies & Festival Nights

• LIMEHOF Americana Music Festival (Saturday, noon–6 p.m.)
  A free outdoor concert at the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame terrace, showcasing Americana acts like A Band Called Sam, Buddy Merriam & Back Roads, and more.

Food & Local Flavor

• Great South Bay Cruises (Friday and Sunday)
  Explore the bay aboard Running Wild, our 52ft, 44 passenger luxury cruising yacht.

Sample Weekend Itinerary

Friday (Aug 22)

• Evening: Head to the Family Movie Night at Cradle of Aviation and let kids build and take home fun props.
• Later Night: Go for a serene bay cruise—evening breezes and waterside views are a relaxing way to start the weekend.

Saturday (Aug 23)

• Morning: Let the kids roam among dinosaurs at White Post Farms’ Dinosaur Adventure.
• Midday: Wander the Farmingdale Vendor Fair for artisanal finds and treats.
• Afternoon: Immerse in Celtic heritage at the Highland Games & Festival at Old Westbury Gardens.
• Evening: Wrap up with tunes at the LIMEHOF Americana Music Festival, free on the terrace.

Sunday (Aug 24)

• Daytime: Spend a thrill-filled day at Adventureland, open with every ride calling.
• Evening: Return to the calm with another bay cruise or connect with family at the end-of-summer fairgrounds.

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