Rainy Day Activities

With the first day of school fast approaching, it's crunch time for families to make the most out of their remaining summer days, rain or shine. Of course we'd all rather relax by the pool or head to the beach as long as the sun is shining, but when the clouds roll in, there are still so many great activities for you and your family to enjoy on Long Island. 

For your little adventure seekers, there are plenty of thrilling activities that can be done indoors. For starters, head to The Gravity Vault in Suffolk County, or Island Rock in Nassau County for some indoor rock climbing. Another popular activity that your kids may enjoy is indoor trampolining, which you'll find in Syosset at Bounce. Your kids can even participate in basketball and dodge ball there. Some other activities you may want to consider are indoor go karting and laser tag. Both can be found in Ronkonkoma. There is also indoor mini golf in Deer Park, or bowling in so many Long Island towns. To get a real break from the heat, try ice-skating in Kings Park or Dix Hills. For your older kids, paint ball may be a good option.

If your kids want to enjoy the rainy day from the comfort of their own home, you can see where their imaginations take them and build a fort together. You can make your way to your local library to see what kind of activities they have on their agenda, pick up a few books, or even a movie for a popcorn-filled day. 

Maybe you have yet to go back to school shopping, so grab those supply lists and head to Target or Wal-Mart to get your kids excited for the upcoming school year. Engage them in the hunt for their favorite color folders. You can head to the mall or Tanger Outlets for new school clothes, too. To ease back into school mode, possibly schedule a trip to the Long Island Children’s Museum, where your kids can explore the ir minds through fun, interactive exhibits. 

Do you have an aspiring baker or chef? Take them to What's Cooking in Oyster Bay, or Kitchen Time's Party Place in Massapequa, for a baking class or workshop. There are also plenty of pottery stores on Long Island for children to express themselves and paint.

There are loads of things to do in case of inclement weather on Long Island, but be sure to seek your children’s suggestions on ways they may want to spend their rainy day, too!