Jaime Sumersille

Jaime Sumersille, a mom of two boys in Bellmore, has been writing for Mommy Poppins for over a decade. She’s always exploring Long Island’s beaches, parks, and new attractions, and loves sharing those experiences on the site. Jaime enjoys adding her family’s perspective to Mommy Poppins’ mission.

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21 Best Things To Do on Long Island with Kids June 2025

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 05/30/2025 - 10:09am

See the Strawberry Queen get crowned at the Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival

Get ready for summer vacation! June on Long Island brings festivals for Juneteenth, Father's Day, Pride Month, ripe strawberries, and some early fireworks.

This month, enjoy outdoor celebrations like the Long Island Pride Festival, the Strawberry Festival at Lenny Bruno Farms, and the Father’s Day Festival at Harbes Family Farm & Vineyard.

Read on for all the ways to pack your calendar this month on Long Island!

Our 2025 Epic Summer Bucket List of Things To Do on Long Island with Kids

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Sun, 05/25/2025 - 11:36am

Celebrate the sweetest festival in town at Harbes Farm & Vineyard’s Annual Watermelon Festival this weekend. Photo courtesy of the farm

There's no shortage of incredible summer activities and memorable adventures for families on Long Island. From swimming at Long Island's beautiful beaches to exploring family-friendly fun on the East End or visiting Long Island's many amazing parks and playgrounds, the options are endless.

We've compiled an epic summer bucket list for Long Island kids, including free activities, outdoor excursions, summer attractions, road trips, and much more. Read ahead for our top 50 summer activity picks for Long Island kids you won't want to miss.

Check out our Ultimate Long Island Summer Vacation Guide for even more family-friendly things to do this season.

Free Long Island Summer Concerts and Outdoor Music Festivals for Families in 2025

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 05/23/2025 - 8:27am

Alive After Five is a series of free street festivals on Thursdays in Patchogue. Photo courtesy of the event

We've rounded up a host of FREE Long Island summer outdoor concerts ideal for kids and families, so all parents need to do is grab some lawn chairs or a picnic blanket.

Our Ultimate Long Island Kids Summer Vacation Guide offers tons more ideas for getting the best out of the warm-weather months. Enjoy!

Memorial Day Weekend 2025 on Long Island: Best Things To Do with Kids

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 05/23/2025 - 8:25am

Big Bounce America brings a bouncy wonderland to Long Island. Photo by the author

Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this Memorial Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for the holiday weekend.

Slip and slide into Memorial Day weekend at Splish Splash as it opens for the season. And, be sure to keep your eye on the sky as the Bethpage Air Show jets into town.

If you're looking to let loose, Big Bounce America continues its run at Broadway Commons in Hicksville, while The Long Island Aquarium continues to celebrate its 25th anniversary.

Happy Memorial Day from all of us here at Mommy Poppins!

20 Best June Summer Festivals and Street Fairs on Long Island for Families in 2025

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 05/16/2025 - 9:47am

The Empire State Fair returns to the Nassau Coliseum for several days of nonstop action this June. Photo courtesy of the fair

Sail into the summer festival season this June at these great events across Long Island. The fairs we highlight below serve up tasty food, super spinny rides, animal interactions, and more.

Looking for other outdoor entertainment ideas? Find tons of ways to bring the heat in our Guide to Summer Activities.

Mother's Day Weekend 2025 on Long Island: Brunches and More Things To Do with Kids

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Fri, 05/09/2025 - 7:13am

Moms can enjoy free admission to Harbes Family Farm on Mother's Day. Photo by the author

Looking for the best things to do on Long Island this Mother's Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

Hip hip hooray, it's Mother's Day! Moms are in the spotlight at several spots across Long Island, including the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, Harbes Family Farm, and the Adventure Park at Long Island.

Plus, the highly anticipated, seasonal Our Backyard outdoor exhibit opens at the Long Island Children's Museum this weekend, too. At the same time, Big Bounce America hops into its extended stay at the Broadway Commons.

You can get a jumpstart on spoiling mom this weekend with our list of 50 gifts moms really want or plan a Mother's Day outing on Long Island.

Good Life Clubhaus Brings Play Space and Juice Bar to Merrick

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Tue, 05/06/2025 - 6:25am

Good Life Clubhaus' play space includes a ball pit, climbing structures, sensory floor tiles, and a small netted clubhouse. Photo by the author

Good Life Clubhaus Juice Bar & Play Café is a new family-friendly space in Nassau County that combines a juice bar, casual dining, and indoor play zones. It's designed for both kids and adults, whether you're there for a quick bite, a toddler playdate, or some downtime with coffee.

Read on for everything you need to know about this inviting new hybrid biz, and check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces on Long Island, which includes an article on Long Island cafes with kids' play spaces.

Jones Beach Air Show: Guide to Visiting with Kids

Submitted by Jaime Sumersille on Sun, 05/04/2025 - 7:46am

The US Air Force Thunderbirds headline the Jones Beach Air Show in 2025. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy

Editor's note: Organizers have announced the 2026 Jones Beach Air Show will take place Sunday, July 5, and Monday, July 6, 2026, as part of the 250th anniversary celebration of the United States.

The super-popular Jones Beach Air Show is returning in all its thrilling glory to Jones Beach this Memorial Day weekend. The show, formerly known as the Bethpage Air Show and now officially rebranded as the FourLeaf Air Show, features show-stopping aviation acrobatics.

Hundreds of thousands of visitors attend this unofficial kick-off to summer, so we've put together the guide below to help make your visit to the Jones Beach Air Show as smooth as possible.

For other open-air cultural offerings, check out our rundown of the best beaches and pools in the area, and bookmark our comprehensive Guide to Summer Activities on Long Island.

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