2016 Saint Patrick’s Day Entertainment Guide: Parades, Fun Events & Things to Do to Celebrate on LI!

Get out there this March, dressed from head to toe in your best green garb and celebrate St. Patrick's Day at one of the many upcoming holiday events happening on Long Island throughout the month! From Saint Patty's Day Parades marching down Main Streets across the Island, to festive concerts where you can enjoy traditional & modern Irish music, to celebrations and fun happening at pubs, community centers, and parks across LI, there's tons of fun happening all month long across LI in honor of Saint Pat. 

Whether you're Irish, or Irish at Heart, you won't want to miss out on this year's festivities.  

To check out LongIsland.com's 2016 St. Patrick's Day Fun Guide, click here!

Pictured: The 25th Annual Bayport-Blue Point St. Patrick's Day Parade, photo courtesy of the Bayport-Bluepoint Chamber.

Celebrate Saint Pat's in Style at a St. Patrick's Day Parade This March!

It just wouldn't be Saint Patrick's Day without a parade, now would it? Across Long Island, Main Streets are making way for Saint Paddy's Day Parades that are sure to be a ton of fun for the local Irish Community, and those of us who are "Irish at Heart". These community events are always a blast, and they'll be taking place on weekends all throughout the month of March this year, kicking off the first weekend of the month in Kings Park, and wrapping up Saint Patrick's Day Weekend with tons of parades the weekend after the holiday. So grab your best green garb, and get out there - it's time to celebrate the Emerald Isle - with a Long Island twist of course!

Click Here for LongIsland.com's Guide to LI's 2016 Saint Patrick's Day Parades!
Photo by LongIsland.com Reader Tim Butler.

LongIsland.com’s 2016 February Family Fun Guide: Super Bowl Parties, Romantic Valentine’s Dinners, Black History Month, and More!

January went by in a flash, and with February well under way, it's clear that 2016 is going to be a year filled with fun! This month's highlights include Festivals, Fairs, romantic Valentine's Day Events, exhilarating outdoor fun, Super Bowl Celebrations for the record books, thrill-filled Mardi Gras Festivities, and so much more! 

Long Island's own resident groundhog meteorologists Holtsville Hal & Malverne Mel have predicted that Spring will come early this year, so why not get out and make the most out of the month this year!

To check out LongIsland.com's February Fun Guide, click here!

Photo by Nas Kamui, via Free Images.

Shadow Sightings: Groundhog Day Events Taking Place on Long Island

It's that much anticipated time of the year, when Long Island’s favorite groundhogs Malverne Mel and Holtsville Hal predict what the rest of Winter 2016 will have in store for us, is almost upon us, and after last weekend's snow storm, it looks Like LI has had enough! Hopefully, with the help of a few sleepy groundhogs, on Tuesday, February 2nd the Island will have the official word on whether we get six more weeks of winter, or an early spring!

Be sure to head to one of these Groundhog Day events and find out for yourself if the rest of this winter will be a short bright one, or, a prolonged white one - or simply learn something new about Groundhog Day!

Click Here for The Scoop on LI's Groundhog Day Events!

Photo of Malverne Mel courtesy of Malverne Village.

Seal Walks, Hikes and Cruises Happening Winter 2016 On Long Island

Experience Long Island wildlife like never before by participating in a seal hike, walk, or cruise, on the Island!  

These programs are not only educational and informative, but they allow you to enjoy some quality time outdoors too. So go get bundle up nice and warm, and go see some of Long Island's very own "seadogs" up close & personal this Winter!

For the Scoop on this Winter's Local Seal Hikes, Walks, & Cruises, click here!

Photo by LongIsland.com Reader Bridgette Kistinger.

Say Yes to the Dress, the Venue, and More at LI's 2016 Winter Wedding Expos

Wedding Season is here, Long Island - with countless local couples getting engaged during the holiday season, it's no surprise that LI's hottest wedding venues host Bridal Showcases & Wedding Expos each Winter! If you're recently engaged and planning your wedding, then you won't want to miss out on all of this season's upcoming expos and shows, which feature vendor meet & greets, tastings, bridal fashion shows, giveaways, contests, and so much more! 

Start 2016 off on the right foot, and dive right into planning your big day!

For the scoop on LI's Best Winter 2016 Bridal Shows, click here!

Picture courtesy of East Wind Long Island.

LongIsland.com’s 2016 January Family Fun Guide: Kick-Start Your Year with Wonderful Winter Fairs, Concerts, and Wedding Expos!

Hello 2016! It looks like Long Island will be ringing in the New Year with all sorts of great fun throughout the month of January - just because the NYE Celebrations are over, doesn't mean the fun has to stop! 

January is packed with all sorts of exciting things to do, from Enjoying the Great Outdoors, to Amazing Concerts that will help you start the month off right, to Festivals & Fairs for the Whole Family, and Wedding Expos for excited Brides to Be, one thing's for certain this January, and that is that you're sure to have a ton of fun!

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

Christmas Weather Outlook: Unseasonably High Temperatures and Lots of Rain in the Forecast for Christmas 2015

The East Coast will most certainly not be seeing a White Christmas this year, but it will be seeing a wet one! With near record-breaking, high temperatures being experienced by the region this season, it’s no surprise that this Christmas may not feel a lot like the Christmases of years passed. 

Be sure to trade in those heavy winter coats, mittens and hats for light layers and don’t forget an umbrella!

For LongIsland.com's Holiday Weekend Weather Update, click here!

Photo by AccuWeather.com.

Get Creative This Holiday Season With Your Elf on the Shelf - Some Fun Last Minute Ideas for Hiding Your Elf!

Having trouble coming up with new places to hide your Elf on the Shelf? As we inch closer to Christmas Day, it can be harder to come up with more unique places to stash your Elf, or fun scenarios to place him in - especially if this isn't your first year engaging in this festive family tradition. If you're running low on ideas, you're in luck! LongIsland.com has rounded up some of our favorite creative, fun, and of course festive ideas for hiding that mischievous little Elf that so many have come to know and love. 

 

With Christmas almost here, hopefully it won't take too much persuasion from your Elf to keep the little ones in line...but just in case, why not indulge in a little holiday mischief and keep the tradition going until Christmas Day.

 

For our favorite Elf on a Shelf Ideas for 2015, click here! 

Photo by Instagram User User @christenasprimarypassion.

LongIsland.com’s 2016 New Year’s Entertainment Guide: Fun Events & Things to Do to Celebrate on LI!

2015 is rapidly drawing to a close, and do you know what that means, Long Island? It means it's time to get ready to celebrate the New Year! Right here on Long Island, there are countless great ways to welcome 2016 - from festive firework displays, to luxe galas, high-energy parties, evenings filled with family fun, and more - no matter how you want to ring in the New Year, there's something fun for you to do this New Year's Eve right here on Long Island!

Start 2016 off on the right foot - celebrate in style with friends & family as you say goodbye to the old, and welcome in a New Year filled with fun! 

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

LongIsland.com’s 2015 December Family Fun Guide: Winter Festivals, Lightings and Light Shows, and More Merry Amusements for the Holidays

December is officially here and with that comes plenty of holiday celebrations, like Christmas Tree and Menorah Lightings, seasonal theater performances, wonderful concerts and other indoor and outdoor winter fun! No matter how frightful the weather outside may be, there's tons going on to keep you entertained during the month of December on Long Island. Get out there and enjoy this magical time of year! Between now and the New Year, there's more excitement than you'll know what to do with - so why not take advantage, and end 2015 on a high note filled with fun!

For LongIsland.com's 2015 December Fun Guide, click here!
Pictured: The GSSC's Annual Holiday Light Show.

Winter Bucket List 2015-16: Long Island's Can’t-Miss Festive Seasonal Fun!

 As November is drawing to an end, Long Islanders are gearing up for Winter - even if we're just a little early! This Winter, there's tons of great fun happening across Long Island - from Holiday Light Shows, to Craft Fairs, Outdoor Entertainment, and tons of great indoor and outdoor things to do for the whole family! To ensure that you make the most out this Winter, we've put together our own Bucket List packed with all of this year's best local Winter Fun, so you enjoy the colder months whether you're a snow enthusiast, or you're more apt to enjoy the great indoors when things get chilly.

Check Out LongIsland.com's Winter 2015-16 Bucket List Here!

Photo by LongIsland.com Reader James Murray. 

Top Turkey Trots for 2015 Right Here on Long Island

Planning on wolfing down lots of turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pies, and other holiday delights? If you're going all in for Thanksgiving Dinner, then you won't want to miss out on one of this year's Annual Turkey Trots, happening at parks across Long Island this Thanksgiving! Each year, locals participate in 1k, 5k, and 10k Runs on Thanksgiving Morning, getting their exercise on before feasting in the evening on all of the savory holiday delights that you've been looking forward to all year. If you've vowed to beat packing on the pounds this holiday season, then get ahead of the game, and register for a Turkey Trot!

For the Scoop on LI's 2015 Turkey Trots, click here!

Photo by Margan Zajdowicz, via Free Images.

LongIsland.com’s 2015 November Family Fun Guide: Festivals, Turkey Trots, Veterans Day Celebrations, and So Much More to be Thankful For!

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For all of November's Best Festive Fun, click here! 

Photo by Kindhelper, via Free Images.

Safety Tips to Ensure a Hair-Raising and Happy Halloween Night!

Many children count down the days until Halloween and can’t wait to dress up as their favorite character, but though the night is full of frights and fun, parents must teach their children to be cautious and make sure that they learn safe trick-or-treating habits. For young children, safe trick-or-treat events are a blast for Halloween night, but many other kids live for the thrill of ringing doorbells and shouting “Trick or Treat.” Though most people mean well on Halloween, it is always important to err on the side of caution. 

Whether they are five years old or 15 years old, get your children ready for Halloween this year by preparing them with these tips, as well as some reminders for yourself.  

For This Year's Halloween Safety Tips, Click Here!

Photo by Greg Jordan, via Free Images.

Halloween 2015's Safe Trick-Or-Treat Events Across LI

Nothing says Halloween quite like trick or treating. If you're looking for the best local Safe Trick or Treat Events across LI, then you're in luck - there's lots of great Safe Trick or Treat Events where your little ones can get their fill of festive fun and delicious candy this Halloween Season in a safe, trusted environment, Local schools, libraries, and community centers across the Island will be hosting Safe Trick or Treat Events which are the perfect way to let even the littlest of ghosts and ghouls indulge in the holiday spirit this year. 

For the scoop on this year's Safe Trick or Treat Events, Click Here!

Photo by Zachary Hada, via Wiki Commons.

Long Island Haunted Houses That Will Get Your Heart Racing This Halloween!

Looking for some scary good fun that will get your heart pounding, and your blood racing this Halloween Season? Why not check out one of Long Island's exciting Haunted Houses, which will be open throughout the month of October, and are ready to give you the thrills and chills you're looking for! Visiting local haunted houses is a Halloween tradition that has been enjoyed for generations, and here on LI, our local haunts have kicked it up a notch bringing you more scares, screams, and fun this Halloween Season than ever before! 

Enjoy one of the Halloween Season's most beloved pastimes, and check out one of LI's Haunted Houses this Halloween Season - click here for more info, but be prepared to get scared! 

Pictured: A zombie out for blood at NYZ Apocalypse in Deer Park, NY. Photo courtesy of NYZ Apocalypse.

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 Halloween Guide: Spooktacular Fun with Haunted Houses, Trick-or-Treating & More!

Fall is here, and Halloween is right around the corner, and if there's one thing Long Islanders can agree on, it's that Autumn is one of the most fun-filled times of the year here on LI! This Halloween Season, there's going to be tons of Haunted Houses filled with big scares, family-friendly Fall Festivals & Safe Trick or Treat Events, tons of Pumpkins waiting to be picked and carved, scarecrows waiting to be built, and more scary-good fun than you can shake a stick at! 

Looking for the inside scoop on Halloween Fun? Check out LongIsland.com's 2015 Halloween Fun Guide, and make the most out of LI's Most Exciting Season this year!

2015's Unforgettable Fall Festivals and Craft Fairs

This year’s Fall festivals and fairs are brimming with activities, from the more typical festival and fair activities like bouncy houses, games, rides, and fried fair food to more unordinary ways to spend your weekend, like launching back in time to learn about how the harvest season was spent hundreds of years ago.  

By coming out and raising money for local civic groups and churches, you can take part in all of these activities and more – many of which are family-friendly and available for free.

For the scoop on this Fall's Best Festivals, click here!