Spring 2025 Events on Long Island, NY
IKEBANA ESSENTIALS: DISCOVER THE ART OF JAPANESE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT BY TOYOMI SOBUE
Whether a beginner or an expert, you can learn the timeless Japanese art of flower arrangement with certified ikebana instructor Toyomi Sobue.
Charles B. Wang Center, Wang Skylight Gallery, Stony Brook, stonybrook.edu
$50-60. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. March 28.
ALL KID’S FAIR
A fun-filled day for kids of all ages, featuring interactive games, arts and crafts, sports, and educational activities. There’s something for everyone here!
Hilton Long Island/Huntington, 598 Broadhollow Rd., Melville, allkidsfair.com
$5-10. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. April 6.
CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
This spring, stroll through Greenport Village’s 300+ cherry blossom trees with lovely refreshments to celebrate the arrival of the season.
Greenport Village, greenportvillage.com
Free. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. April 7-June 6.
WATERDRINKER FARM’S TULIP FEST
Experience the vibrant beauty of spring tulips and enjoy a day full of family-friendly activities. Don’t forget to take some beautiful pictures!
663 Wading River Rd., Manorville, and 4560 Sound Ave., Riverhead, water-drinker.com
$20. April 11-May 5.
LONG ISLAND DUCKS OPENING NIGHT
Join Long Island’s minor league baseball team as they kick off the season with an exciting opening night!
Fairfield Properties Ballpark, Central Islip, liducks.com
$20-22. 6:35 p.m. April 25.
TULIPS & TREES
Hofstra University is hosting a special day for parents and families, featuring a tour of the Hofstra Museum of Art, photo opportunities with students, a walk through the arboretum, and an afternoon high tea to wrap up the day.
900 Fulton Ave., Hempstead, hofstra.edu
Free. 12 p.m.-4 p.m. April 26.
FAIRY FESTIVAL
Long Island’s third annual Fairy Festival will be returning this May for a day of magical fun and enchantment. Celebrate nature and the mystical with fairy dancing, face painting, nature walks, planting, and much more.
Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, 127 Middle Neck Rd., Sands Point, sandspointpreserveconservancy.org
$103 per car. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 3.
CRADLE-CON: A COMIC, COLLECTIBLE AND POP CULTURE CON
Featuring special guests, local vendors, retro games, artists, and cosplay, this event is a must for any comic book fans, collectors, or pop culture lovers.
The Cradle of Aviation Museum, Garden City, cradlecon.com
$12-40. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 17-18.
NESCONSET SPRING FLING, MUSIC FEST AND FOOD TRUCK RODEO
Join local food trucks, live music, and family-friendly fun — including a mechanical bull and bounce house — at this community spring celebration.
Nesconset Gazebo Park, Smithtown Boulevard., Nesconset, bellportinn.com
Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 18.
JONES BEACH AIR SHOW
Celebrate Memorial Day this year with an exhilarating aerial show by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds at Jones Beach.
Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh, bethpageairshow.com
Free, $10 parking. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 24-25.
MOSAIC STREET PAINTING FESTIVAL
Enjoy street art in downtown Riverhead as artists create beautiful works in real-time, while also listening to live music and taste from delicious local food trucks.
Riverhead Arts District, Riverhead, eastendarts.org
Free. 12 p.m.-5 p.m. June 1.
FAMOUS FOOD FESTIVAL
Experience the annual Famous Food Festival where you can taste dishes from around the world and enjoy a weekend filled with food, culture, entertainment, and family fun.
Tanger Outlets, Deer Park, famousfoodfestival.com
$5-15. 1 p.m.-8 p.m. June 6-8.
LAVENDER FESTIVAL AND FRENCH MARKET
Experience the beauty of Provence with stunning lavender fields, French music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.
663 Wading River Rd., Manorville, water-drinker.com
10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 7-8.
NATIONAL BBQ FESTIVAL
Are you ready to show off your best BBQ recipe? The exciting national BBQ festival is coming to Long Island this summer after a 14-year hiatus, featuring a hefty $20,000 grand prize.
Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, nationalbbqfest.com
June 13-15.
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(photo credit: Julie Froehlich)
