Kid Activities In The Hamptons And North Fork This Weekend: July 6-7
Enjoy fireworks on Independence Day and beyond in the Hamptons and North Fork. This weekend is full of opportunities for families to get together, head outdoors, and to celebrate this quintessential, All-American holiday. Two historic local fire departments, North Sea and Greenport host annual carnivals, which includes Saturday night fireworks. Or visit the Riverhead Raceway to take in some shooting cars on the track and shooting stars in the sky. In the mood for some live theater? Then hop on the ferry from Sag Harbor to Shelter Island and check out the Gizmo Guys: Objects In Motion, or stay on shore and see The Three Little Pigs at Goat on a Boat. Take your little princess to the iconic Castle in Westhampton for breakfast and games with a real princess. Read on for our best picks for the first weekend in July.
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Saturday, July 6
The Three Little Pigs - Sag Harbor
Set in the Great Northwest Woods in the Hamptons, this new take on the classic fairy tale features hand-carved marionettes. Follow the story of a reformed big bad wolf who sells real estate to the new pigs in town.
Fireworks At Riverhead Raceway - Riverhead
Fireworks take place during a break in the racing schedule. This is a fun show for racing fans of all ages.
Summer Kick Off Event: Frogs, Bugs, & Animals - Bridgehampton
Visit the Hampton Library for a kick off event celebrating the summer reading program. Green Meadows Farm hosts this hands on program where kids pet and hold reptiles, frogs, bugs, chickens, and baby farm animals. This is a free event.
Amagansett Fireworks Show - Amagansett
Admission to the Devon Yacht Club is for members only, but park at the Fresh Pond Beach and enjoy the show.
Gizmo Guys: Objects In Motion - Shelter Island
Take a short ferry ride to Shelter Island for a visit to the Shelter Island Public Library. Catch a performance of Gizmo Guys, the comedy juggling troupe. This is a free event.
Make A Fish Print Tee Shirt - Bridgehampton
Ready for some hands-on, messy fun this weekend? Visit the South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center to learn about fish species in the local waters, then make a colorful fish print tee shirt.
Sunday, July 7
Southampton Antiques Fair - Southampton
Gather at the lawn and inside of the historic White House for this annual antiques fair featuring furniture, jewelry, vintage clothing, glass, ceramics, artwork, and collectibles.
Dragonfly And Damselfly Walk And Identification - Bridgehampton
Meet at the South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center, then take a walk to a local pond and learn techniques for netting and releasing dragonflies and damselflies. Also learn the basics of the Odonate life cycle, habitat, and identification. Come dressed for wet conditions.
Breakfast With The Princess - Westhampton
Visit the iconic Castle in Westhampton, which is a town landmark. Enjoy breakfast and games with the princess. For a small additional fee, treat your little one to a mini manicure, an organic makeup application, and a craft and photo opportunity with the princess.
The Secret Life In A Pond - Bridgehampton
Kids create and use their own underwater viewers, magnifying glasses, and microscopes to explore creatures that live in a fresh water pond, from frogs and insects to small microorganisms.
Saturday, July 6 - Sunday, July 7
Greenport Fourth Of July Carnival & Fireworks - Greenport
The Polo Grounds in Greenport is buzzing all weekend with the annual carnival and fireworks hosted by the 7th Relief Hose Co. & Pheonix Hook and Ladder. This fundraising event features rides, music, games, and food, along with a Saturday night fireworks show.
Amagansett Fine Arts Festival - Amagansett
Local artists display their work at this three day festival (begins July 5th) in the center of town.
North Sea Fire Department Carnival And Fireworks - Southampton
Enjoy this annual carnival, which features games and rides, along with a fireworks show on July 6th.
Photo Credit: The Gizmo Guys