Date Ideas and Things to Do in Long Island
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BounceU Oceanside
Indoor inflatable bounce center with open jump sessions and private parties.
Chuck E. Cheese Valley Stream
Arcade games, rides and a small play area aimed at younger kids.
City of Long Beach Ice Arena
Year round city ice rink with public skating sessions.
Dave & Buster's Westbury
Large arcade with games, sports viewing and a bar and grill.
Hempstead Lake State Park
State park with trails, boating on the lake, tennis and a historic carousel.
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Launch Valley Stream
New trampoline and family entertainment center inside Green Acres Mall.
Long Beach Boardwalk
A 2.1 mile oceanfront boardwalk well suited to an evening stroll.
Long Island Children's Museum
Large hands-on children's museum with exhibits on bubbles, building, music and a toddler area.
Round1 Bowling & Amusement Hicksville
Entertainment center with bowling, arcade, karaoke rooms, billiards and ping pong.
Valley Stream State Park
State park with nature trails, a walking course and picnic areas.
Activate Games
Interactive game rooms for groups inside Roosevelt Field.
Mon: 10 AM - 10 PM; Tue: 10 AM - 10 PM; Wed: 10 AM - 10 PM; Thu: 10 AM - 10 PM; Fri: 10 AM - 11 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 11 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 10 PM (per Google)
Adventureland
Family amusement park with rides, games and an arcade.
Mon: Closed; Tue: Closed; Wed: Closed; Thu: Closed; Fri: Closed; Sat: 11 AM - 5 PM; Sun: 11 AM - 5 PM (per Google)
Allenwood Park
Shady neighborhood park with playgrounds, a sprinkler area, paths and a small pond.
Mon: 9 AM - 6 PM; Tue: 9 AM - 6 PM; Wed: 9 AM - 6 PM; Thu: 9 AM - 6 PM; Fri: 9 AM - 6 PM; Sat: 9 AM - 6 PM; Sun: 9 AM - 6 PM (per Google)
AMF Wantagh Lanes
Bowling center with arcade and unlimited bowling deals.
Mon: 4 - 11 PM; Tue: 10 AM - 11 PM; Wed: 4 - 11 PM; Thu: 12 - 11 PM; Fri: 4 PM - 12 AM; Sat: 11 AM - 12 AM; Sun: 11 AM - 11 PM (per Google)
Artrageous Studio
Paint-your-own pottery and glass mosaic studio that works well for kids and families.
Batter Up Batting Range
Batting cages and mini golf near Plainview.
Mon: 12 - 8 PM; Tue: 12 - 8 PM; Wed: 12 - 8 PM; Thu: 12 - 8 PM; Fri: 12 - 8 PM; Sat: 9 AM - 8 PM; Sun: 9 AM - 8 PM (per Google)
Bay Babes Playspace
Small playspace for babies and toddlers on the Rockaway peninsula.
Bay Walk Park
Waterfront walkway with a gazebo, art pieces and kayak launch.
Mon: 6 AM - 9 PM; Tue: 6 AM - 9 PM; Wed: 6 AM - 9 PM; Thu: 6 AM - 9 PM; Fri: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sat: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sun: 6 AM - 9 PM (per Google)
Bellmore Movies & The Showplace
Independent movie theater that also hosts live shows.
Bellmore Playhouse
Classic neighborhood movie theater with low prices.
Mon: 12 - 10 PM; Tue: 12 - 10 PM; Wed: 12 - 10 PM; Thu: 12 - 10 PM; Fri: 12 - 10 PM; Sat: 12 - 10:30 PM; Sun: 12 - 10:30 PM (per Google)
Boardwalk
Over two miles of oceanfront boardwalk for walking, biking and beach access.
Bounce! Family Entertainment Center
Indoor trampolines, obstacle course, climbing and arcade.
Mon: Closed; Tue: Closed; Wed: 4 - 8 PM; Thu: 4 - 8 PM; Fri: 4 - 9 PM; Sat: 9 AM - 9 PM; Sun: 9 AM - 8 PM (per Google)
Bowl 360 New Hyde Park
Bowling alley with an arcade, open late.
Mon: 10 AM - 2 AM; Tue: 10 AM - 2 AM; Wed: 10 AM - 2 AM; Thu: 10 AM - 2 AM; Fri: 10 AM - 2 AM; Sat: 10 AM - 2 AM; Sun: 10 AM - 2 AM (per Google)
Bowlero East Meadow
Bowling alley with arcade, open late on weekends.
Mon: 4 - 11 PM; Tue: 10 AM - 11 PM; Wed: 4 - 11 PM; Thu: 10 AM - 11 PM; Fri: 4 PM - 12 AM; Sat: 11 AM - 12 AM; Sun: 11 AM - 11 PM (per Google)
Can You Escape? LI
Escape room venue with several themed rooms.
Mon: 11 AM - 9:30 PM; Tue: 11 AM - 9:30 PM; Wed: 11 AM - 9:30 PM; Thu: 11 AM - 9:30 PM; Fri: 11 AM - 10:45 PM; Sat: 11 AM - 10:45 PM; Sun: 11 AM - 9:30 PM (per Google)
Catch Air East Meadow
Large indoor playground with slides and a toddler area.
Mon: 10 AM - 7 PM; Tue: 10 AM - 7 PM; Wed: 10 AM - 7 PM; Thu: 10 AM - 8 PM; Fri: 10 AM - 8 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 8 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 7 PM (per Google)
Cedarmere Park
Former estate of poet William Cullen Bryant with grounds overlooking Hempstead Harbor.
Mon: 6 AM - 9 PM; Tue: 6 AM - 9 PM; Wed: 6 AM - 9 PM; Thu: 6 AM - 9 PM; Fri: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sat: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sun: 6 AM - 9 PM (per Google)
Christopher Morley Park
Large county park with trails, a playground, ice skating rink and pool.
Mon: 10 AM - 3 PM; Tue: 10 AM - 3 PM; Wed: 10 AM - 3 PM; Thu: 10 AM - 3 PM; Fri: 10 AM - 3 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 3 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 3 PM (per Google)
Clark Botanic Gardens
Free 12 acre botanic garden with ponds, flower beds and walking paths.
Cradle of Aviation Museum
Aviation and space museum with real aircraft, a planetarium and a dome theater.
Mon: Closed; Tue: Closed; Wed: 10 AM - 5 PM; Thu: 10 AM - 5 PM; Fri: 10 AM - 5 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 5 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 5 PM (per Google)
Cutter Mill Park
Clean park with a playground, sand area, water play and basketball courts.
Mon: 6 AM - 9 PM; Tue: 6 AM - 9 PM; Wed: 6 AM - 9 PM; Thu: 6 AM - 9 PM; Fri: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sat: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sun: 6 AM - 9 PM (per Google)
Eisenhower Park
Huge county park with walking paths, playgrounds, a lake and seasonal events.
Mon: 9 AM - 4:45 PM; Tue: 9 AM - 4:45 PM; Wed: 9 AM - 4:45 PM; Thu: 9 AM - 4:45 PM; Fri: 9 AM - 4:45 PM; Sat: Closed; Sun: Closed (per Google)
Empire Adventure Park
Indoor adventure park with climbing, play structures and games.
Mon: Closed; Tue: 3 - 9 PM; Wed: 3 - 9 PM; Thu: 3 - 9 PM; Fri: 3 - 9 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 10 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 9 PM (per Google)
Epic Escape Rooms LI
Themed escape rooms with designed sets for small groups.
Five Towns Mini Golf & Batting Range
Seasonal outdoor 18 hole mini golf course with batting cages.
Fun Time Pottery Inc
Paint-your-own pottery studio for kids, families and groups.
Mon: 10 AM - 6 PM; Tue: 10 AM - 6 PM; Wed: 10 AM - 6 PM; Thu: 10 AM - 9 PM; Fri: 10 AM - 6 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 6 PM (per Google)
Garvies Point Museum & Preserve
Nature and Native American history museum with trails and shoreline paths.
Mon: Closed; Tue: 10 AM - 4 PM; Wed: 10 AM - 4 PM; Thu: 10 AM - 4 PM; Fri: 10 AM - 4 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 4 PM; Sun: Closed (per Google)
Gerry Park
Small scenic park with two ponds, meadows and a playground near Roslyn village.
Mon: 6 AM - 9 PM; Tue: 6 AM - 9 PM; Wed: 6 AM - 9 PM; Thu: 6 AM - 9 PM; Fri: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sat: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sun: 6 AM - 9 PM (per Google)
Gold Coast Arts Center
Nonprofit arts center with a gallery, classes and events.
Mon: 9 AM - 8 PM; Tue: 9 AM - 8 PM; Wed: 9 AM - 8 PM; Thu: 9 AM - 8 PM; Fri: 9 AM - 8 PM; Sat: 9 AM - 4 PM; Sun: 9 AM - 4 PM (per Google)
Hempstead Harbor Shoreline Park
About four miles of flat waterfront trail with gazebo lookouts.
Mon: Open 24 hours; Tue: Closed; Wed: Closed; Thu: Closed; Fri: Closed; Sat: Closed; Sun: Open 24 hours (per Google)
Jeanne Rimsky Theater - Landmark on Main Street
Community theater in a restored school building hosting concerts and shows.
Mon: 12 - 5 PM; Tue: 12 - 5 PM; Wed: 12 - 5 PM; Thu: 12 - 5 PM; Fri: 12 - 5 PM; Sat: Closed; Sun: Closed (per Google)
Jones Beach State Park
Large ocean beach with a boardwalk, mini golf, and a summer concert amphitheater.
Mon: 8 AM - 10 PM; Tue: 8 AM - 10 PM; Wed: 8 AM - 10 PM; Thu: 8 AM - 10 PM; Fri: 8 AM - 10 PM; Sat: 8 AM - 10 PM; Sun: 8 AM - 10 PM (per Google)
Kings Point Park
Wooded park with about two miles of trails, picnic areas and a playground.
Mon: Open 24 hours; Tue: Open 24 hours; Wed: Open 24 hours; Thu: Open 24 hours; Fri: Open 24 hours; Sat: Open 24 hours; Sun: Open 24 hours (per Google)
Laser Bounce Long Island
Indoor fun center with laser tag, a laser maze and arcade games.
Leeds Pond Preserve
Wooded preserve with trails down to Manhasset Bay.
Mon: 7 AM - 7 PM; Tue: 7 AM - 7 PM; Wed: 7 AM - 7 PM; Thu: 7 AM - 7 PM; Fri: 7 AM - 7 PM; Sat: 7 AM - 7 PM; Sun: 7 AM - 7 PM (per Google)
Levittown Lanes
Busy bowling alley with daily specials and late hours.
Mon: 2 PM - 12 AM; Tue: 12 PM - 12 AM; Wed: 12 PM - 12 AM; Thu: 2 PM - 12 AM; Fri: 12 PM - 12 AM; Sat: 12 PM - 12 AM; Sun: 9 AM - 8:30 PM (per Google)
Liddle Bites Play Cafe
Socks-only pretend-play space with a two-floor playhouse for toddlers and young kids.
Lido Beach Town Park
Town park with ocean beach, pools and playground.
Mon: 7 AM - 7 PM; Tue: 7 AM - 7 PM; Wed: 7 AM - 7 PM; Thu: 7 AM - 7 PM; Fri: 7 AM - 7 PM; Sat: 7 AM - 7 PM; Sun: 7 AM - 7 PM (per Google)
Lollibop Cafe & Play
Play cafe in Lawrence where young kids play while parents grab a coffee.
Long Island Boat Rentals
Boat rentals, cruises and boating lessons on Manhasset Bay.
Mon: 9 AM - 6 PM; Tue: 9 AM - 6 PM; Wed: 9 AM - 6 PM; Thu: 9 AM - 6 PM; Fri: 9 AM - 6 PM; Sat: 9 AM - 6 PM; Sun: 9 AM - 6 PM (per Google)
Lucky Strike Mineola
Bowling and arcade venue with a bar and food.
Mon: 4 - 11 PM; Tue: 4 - 11 PM; Wed: 10 AM - 11 PM; Thu: 4 - 11 PM; Fri: 10 AM - 1 AM; Sat: 11 AM - 1 AM; Sun: 11 AM - 11 PM (per Google)
Manorhaven Town Park
Waterfront park with playgrounds, a pool and a skate park.
Mon: 7 AM - 8 PM; Tue: 7 AM - 8 PM; Wed: 7 AM - 8 PM; Thu: 7 AM - 8 PM; Fri: 7 AM - 8 PM; Sat: 7 AM - 8 PM; Sun: 7 AM - 8 PM (per Google)
Marine Nature Study Area
Salt marsh preserve with boardwalk trails, an observation tower and small nature exhibits.
Mill Pond Preserve Wantagh
Small pond preserve on Merrick Road with a short walking loop and birds.
Mini Golf at Eisenhower Park
Outdoor mini golf course inside Eisenhower Park.
Mon: 4 - 9 PM; Tue: 4 - 9 PM; Wed: 4 - 9 PM; Thu: 4 - 9 PM; Fri: 4 - 9 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 9 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 9 PM (per Google)
Monster Mini Golf Garden City
Glow in the dark indoor mini golf with an arcade.
Mon: 12 - 10 PM; Tue: 12 - 10 PM; Wed: 12 - 10 PM; Thu: 12 - 10 PM; Fri: 12 - 10 PM; Sat: 12 - 10 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 10 PM (per Google)
muddworks
Pottery and ceramics studio in Great Neck Plaza.
Mon: 12 - 4:30 PM; Tue: Closed; Wed: 12 - 4:30 PM; Thu: 12 - 4:30 PM; Fri: 12 - 4:30 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 4:30 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 4:30 PM (per Google)
Nassau County Museum of Art
Art museum in a mansion with a large outdoor sculpture garden.
Mon: Closed; Tue: 11 AM - 4:45 PM; Wed: 11 AM - 4:45 PM; Thu: 11 AM - 4:45 PM; Fri: 11 AM - 4:45 PM; Sat: 11 AM - 4:45 PM; Sun: 11 AM - 4:45 PM (per Google)
Newbridge Arena
Town ice rink with public skating sessions.
Mon: 9 AM - 5 PM; Tue: 9 AM - 3 PM; Wed: 2 - 6 PM; Thu: 9 AM - 5 PM; Fri: 9 AM - 6 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 3 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 3 PM (per Google)
Norman J. Levy Park & Preserve
Former landfill turned hilltop preserve with bay views, walking paths and goats.
Mon: 7 AM - 5:30 PM; Tue: 7 AM - 5:30 PM; Wed: 7 AM - 5:30 PM; Thu: 7 AM - 5:30 PM; Fri: 7 AM - 5:30 PM; Sat: 7 AM - 5:30 PM; Sun: 7 AM - 5:30 PM (per Google)
North Hempstead Beach Park
Town beach on Hempstead Harbor with a long boardwalk and picnic areas.
North Hempstead Town Dock
Town dock on Manhasset Bay with benches, lawn and great sunset views.
Mon: 7:30 AM - 10 PM; Tue: 7:30 AM - 10 PM; Wed: 7:30 AM - 10 PM; Thu: 7:30 AM - 10 PM; Fri: 7:30 AM - 10 PM; Sat: 7:30 AM - 10 PM; Sun: 7:30 AM - 10 PM (per Google)
NY Axe Throwing Range - Westbury
Coached axe throwing lanes for groups and dates.
Mon: 4 - 9 PM; Tue: 4 - 9 PM; Wed: 4 - 9 PM; Thu: 4 - 9 PM; Fri: 2 - 10 PM; Sat: 12 - 10 PM; Sun: 12 - 8 PM (per Google)
Old Bethpage Village Restoration
Recreated 1800s village with historic houses, costumed guides and farm animals.
Mon: Closed; Tue: Closed; Wed: Closed; Thu: Closed; Fri: 10 AM - 4 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 4 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 4 PM (per Google)
Old Westbury Gardens
Historic estate with a mansion and formal gardens to stroll.
Mon: 10 AM - 6 PM; Tue: Closed; Wed: 10 AM - 6 PM; Thu: 10 AM - 6 PM; Fri: 10 AM - 6 PM; Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM; Sun: 10 AM - 6 PM (per Google)
Parkwood Sports Complex
Great Neck Park District complex with a large pool and lazy river in summer and an ice rink in winter.
Mon: 11 AM - 7 PM; Tue: 3 - 7 PM; Wed: 3 - 7 PM; Thu: 3 - 7 PM; Fri: 3 - 7 PM; Sat: 11 AM - 7 PM; Sun: 11 AM - 7 PM (per Google)
Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park
Historic estate gardens, greenhouses and wooded paths near Syosset.
Mon: 9 AM - 5 PM; Tue: 9 AM - 5 PM; Wed: 9 AM - 5 PM; Thu: 9 AM - 5 PM; Fri: 9 AM - 5 PM; Sat: 9 AM - 5 PM; Sun: 9 AM - 5 PM (per Google)
Point Lookout Beach
Town ocean beach at the east end of the Long Beach barrier island.
Mon: 8 AM - 4 PM; Tue: 8 AM - 4 PM; Wed: 8 AM - 4 PM; Thu: 8 AM - 4 PM; Fri: 8 AM - 4 PM; Sat: 8 AM - 4 PM; Sun: 8 AM - 4 PM (per Google)
Pump It Up Great Neck Kids Birthdays and More
Inflatable bounce house play center for kids, mostly parties.
Mon: 10 AM - 3 PM; Tue: 10 AM - 3 PM; Wed: 10 AM - 3 PM; Thu: 10 AM - 3 PM; Fri: 10 AM - 3 PM; Sat: Closed; Sun: Closed (per Google)
Regal Lynbrook
Thirteen screen cinema with recliner seating and a premium RPX auditorium.
Sands Point Preserve
Gold Coast estate with castle style mansions, trails and a beach on the Sound.
Mon: Closed; Tue: Closed; Wed: 9 AM - 6 PM; Thu: 9 AM - 6 PM; Fri: 9 AM - 6 PM; Sat: 9 AM - 6 PM; Sun: 9 AM - 6 PM (per Google)
Science Museum of Long Island
Nature and science center on Leeds Pond with programs for kids.
Mon: 9 AM - 5 PM; Tue: 9 AM - 5 PM; Wed: 9 AM - 5 PM; Thu: 9 AM - 5 PM; Fri: 9 AM - 5 PM; Sat: Closed; Sun: Closed (per Google)
Shore Thing Rentals
Kayak and paddleboard rentals on Hempstead Harbor.
Mon: Closed; Tue: Closed; Wed: Closed; Thu: 12 - 6 PM; Fri: 12 - 6 PM; Sat: 11 AM - 6 PM; Sun: 12 - 6 PM (per Google)
Silver Lake Park
Lakeside park with a paved walking path lined with trees and benches.
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Steppingstone Park
Waterfront park on Long Island Sound with a pier, playground and summer concerts.
Mon: 8 AM - 10 PM; Tue: 8 AM - 10 PM; Wed: 8 AM - 10 PM; Thu: 8 AM - 10 PM; Fri: 8 AM - 10 PM; Sat: 8 AM - 10 PM; Sun: 8 AM - 10 PM (per Google)
Sunset Park
Small waterfront park on Main Street known for sunsets and summer events.
Sunset Play Cafe
Small play cafe with a ball pit and pretend play for babies and toddlers.
Tackapausha Museum and Preserve
Small nature museum with live animals next to a wooded preserve.
Mon: Closed; Tue: Closed; Wed: Closed; Thu: 11 AM - 4 PM; Fri: 11 AM - 4 PM; Sat: 11 AM - 4 PM; Sun: 11 AM - 4 PM (per Google)
Tanglewood Preserve Science Center
Nature preserve and science center with rescued animals, goats to feed, a dinosaur exhibit and fossil digging.
The Children's Social Club
Toddler play space with classes, themed playdates and open play.
The Gravity Vault Westbury
Indoor rock climbing gym with ropes and bouldering.
Mon: 9 AM - 10 PM; Tue: 9 AM - 10 PM; Wed: 9 AM - 10 PM; Thu: 9 AM - 10 PM; Fri: 9 AM - 10 PM; Sat: 9 AM - 9 PM; Sun: 9 AM - 9 PM (per Google)
The Great Escape Room Long Island
Highly rated escape rooms with several themed games for groups.
Mon: 4 - 10:15 PM; Tue: 4 - 10:15 PM; Wed: 4 - 10:15 PM; Thu: 4 - 10:15 PM; Fri: 2 - 11:15 PM; Sat: 12 PM - 1 AM; Sun: 12 - 10:45 PM (per Google)
The Rockaplay Social Club
Indoor play space near the Rockaway beach for babies and young kids.
Time Flies Ceramic Studio
Ceramics painting studio with walk-in painting.
Mon: 6 - 9 PM; Tue: 11 AM - 3 PM, 6 - 9 PM; Wed: 6 - 9 PM; Thu: 11 AM - 3 PM, 6 - 9 PM; Fri: 6 - 9 PM; Sat: 12 - 8 PM; Sun: 11 AM - 3 PM (per Google)
Twin Lakes Preserve
Quiet ponds and wooded trails good for an easy walk.
Wantagh Park
Bayfront park with a long walking path, playgrounds and a fishing pier.
Mon: 6 AM - 9 PM; Tue: 6 AM - 9 PM; Wed: 6 AM - 9 PM; Thu: 6 AM - 9 PM; Fri: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sat: 6 AM - 9 PM; Sun: 6 AM - 9 PM (per Google)
Whitney Pond Park
Park around a pond with a playground and seasonal pool.
Mon: 11 AM - 7 PM; Tue: 11 AM - 7 PM; Wed: 11 AM - 7 PM; Thu: 11 AM - 7 PM; Fri: 11 AM - 7 PM; Sat: 11 AM - 7 PM; Sun: 11 AM - 7 PM (per Google)
Common questions
What are the best date ideas and things to do in Long Island?
Spots to try include BounceU Oceanside, Chuck E. Cheese Valley Stream, City of Long Beach Ice Arena, Dave & Buster's Westbury and Hempstead Lake State Park.
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