LongIsland.com's 2016 October Family Fun Guide: Fall Festivals, Concerts, Charity Events & More!

With Autumn in full swing, October is one of the most fun-filled months of the year here on Long Island. From weekends spent out in the pumpkin patch hunting for the perfect gourd to carve, to Fall Festivals that have been a family tradition for generations, and thrill-filled haunted houses, where you can get your fill of scares for the season, October is packed with all sorts of fun for everyone, whether you love to indulge in family-friendly Fall Fun, or Halloween is your favorite holiday. 

For LongIsland.com's October 2016 Fun Guide, click here!

Where to Go to Get Lost in a Corn Maze This Fall on Long Island

Put your navigation and team work skills to the test by heading into a Long Island corn maze with friends or family this fall! Corn mazes not only provide a fun way to spend an afternoon, but they provide the perfect excuse for getting outside and enjoying the crisp, fall weather, and getting a look at the beautiful, changing foliage.

Whether you're an adult or child, corn mazes are the perfect activity for everyone. Many places even offer mazes made specifically with kids in mind! 

For the Scoop on all of Autumn 2016's Best Corn Mazes, Click Here!

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Fun Festivals & Fairs Taking Place This Fall on Long Island

 

Celebrate the festive, fall spirit, and all that this beautiful season has to offer, at a Long Island fair or festival taking place this autumn!

Browse the booths of local vendors and artisans, watch as the kids participate in fun thematic activities like pumpkin decorating and bobbing for apples, listen to live music, enjoy outdoor entertainment and much more!
For all of LI's Best Fall Fests, Click Here!

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Celebrate Fall with a Family Favorite: Go Apple Picking This Autumn with the Whole Family!

When it comes to traditional fall fun, there's no better way to kick off the season than with apple picking! From Red Delicious to Granny Smith to Honeycrisp, many local orchards are currently offering U-Pick apples with various varieties to pick from giving you the unique opportunity to select the true apple, or apples, of your eye. 

Whether you're planning on taking a bite out of your pickings, baking them into an aromatic pie, or making them into a ready to sip on cider, one of the best things of all about apple picking is it provides enjoyment during and after the beloved fall activity.

For LongIsland.com's Fall 2016 Apple Picking Guide, Click Here!

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LongIsland.com's 2016 September Family Fun Guide: Fall Festivals, Apple Picking, 5k Runs, Outdoor Fun & More!

September has begun, and that means there are only a couple more weeks of summer left to enjoy. As temperatures slowly wane from hot summer weather to cooler autumnal conditions, Long Islanders will be enjoying both the end of summer and the start of fall. There will be plenty of festivals, charity runs, outdoor activities, and other ways to enjoy September across LI, from outdoor carnivals to indoor art galleries.

Locals looking to bring some fresh food into their homes will also enjoy all the fall farmers markets and the start of apple-picking season!

For  September's best Fall Fun, check out LongIsland.com's September Fun Guide here!

LongIsland.com’s 2015 October Family Fun Guide: Tricks and Treats at LI’s Festivals, Hikes, and Spooky Halloween Haunts

October is finally here, Long Island, and that means Fall Fun is in full swing! Across Long Island, Haunted Houses, Hay Rides, Corn Mazes, Fall Festivals, Pumpkin Patches, and exciting Autumn Events are ready to fill your October with thrills, chills, and unforgettable fun! Whether you're into big scares,  and looking for an inside peek into all of LI's biggest, most scary local haunts, or you're looking for some family friendly Fall Fun that you can enjoy with your little ghosts and ghouls this Halloween Season, we've got you covered with ALL the best Haunted Happenings, Scary Good Fun, and Exciting Events happening across LI this October! But October is more than just Haunts - there's plenty of outdoor fun, charity events, and other big fun coming to LI this month - click the link below to find out more!

To Check Out LongIsland.com's 2015 October Fun Guide, click here!

LongIsland.com’s 2015 September Family Fun Guide: Apple Picking, Town Fairs, 5Ks, and More Ways to Keep Active in Autumn!

 Summer is drawing to an end, but that doesn't mean the fun is slowing down here on Long Island! This September is packed with tons of great Fall Festivals, 5k Runs, and lots of local fun that you won't want to miss out on. With the temps dropping to be cool & comfy, September is the perfect time to enjoy a relaxing nature hike, a stroll on your favorite beach now that the crowds are gone, or an afternoon of apple picking at one of Long Island's many orchards - a Fall Favorite! Find out all about the best fun coming up this month in LongIsland.com's September Family Fun Guide - it's packed with this month's best events & things do to that you won't want to miss out on!

To get the scoop on all of September's Best Fun, click here!

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All Spooked Out? Get the Scoop on Scare-Free Fun this Halloween Weekend

Halloween can be a ton of fun, but if you're sick of the Spooks and Scares that come along with the holiday, but you still want to go out and have some fun this weekend, you're in luck! This weekend there will be plenty of regular, scare-free fun in addition to the Halloween Happenings that will be taking place across the Island, and to make things easier for you, we've put together a great guide of Scare-Free Fun for Halloween Weekend! 

To get the scoop on the Spook Free Events Happening on LI, click here!

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LongIsland.com’s September Family Fun Guide: Getting into the Fall Spirit with Festivals, Fairs, and Live Music!

September isn't all about back-to-school and the end of summer! September marks the beginning of fall, one of the most beautiful times of year, especially here on Long Island. Enjoy the brisk weather, take part in the festive fall fairs & festivals, and go out and listen to some of the last live outdoor musical performances of the season. Be sure to make the most out of this fall extravaganza that only comes around once a year.

To check out all the fun happening on Long Island this September, click here!

Apple Picking Hot Spots Here on LI

 September is drawing to a close, but there's still plenty of time to head out to the orchard, and pick some apples! Apple picking has been a beloved family tradition for folks across Long Island, and thankfully, this year looks like it's a good one for apples. Whether you like granny smith, gala, golden delicious, or mackintosh, there are plenty of apples to be picked, and varieties to suit every palate. 

Grab a basket, and round up your friends and family - it's time to go get some apples, and get into the spirit of the fall season!

Be sure to check out this year's Guide to Great Orchards, and get ready for a day of family fun!