Things to Do with Your Kids on the East End This Week, December 26, 2025–January 2, 2026

Get out and about with your kids for all kinds of fun and enriching events, activities, art and culture in the Hamptons and North Fork this week, December 26, 2025–January 2, 2026.

Top Kids & Family Events to Check Out This Week

Kids’ Club Winter Wonderland
Friday, Monday, and Tuesday, December 26, 29, and 30, 9 a.m.

Bring your little one, ages 3-5, to explore art, science, cooking, and more at this half-day drop-off program at CCME! The class goes until noon. Registration is required.
376 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-537-8350, cmee.org/en

Gingerbread University in Naugles Barn
Friday-Sunday, December 26-28, 10 a.m.

Make an adorable gingerbread man or gingerbread house with Gingerbread University at Hallockville Museum Farm every weekend in December! Reserve your 75-minute decorating session in advance online.
6038 Sound Avenue, Riverhead. 631-298-5292, hallockville.org

Storycraft: Kwanzaa and Playdough
Friday, December 26, 4 p.m.

Bring your little one, ages 3-6, to the East Hampton Library, where they will learn about Kwanzaa, hear a story, and play with playdough! Registration is required.
159 Main Street, East Hampton. 631-324-0222, easthamptonlibrary.org

Storytime: Animals in Winter & Birdseed Craft
Sunday, December 28, 10:30 a.m.

Learn about where animals go in winter and make birdseed ornaments at SOFO! Advanced reservations are required.
377 Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-537-9375, sofo.org

December School Break Walk: Where Do Insects Go in Winter?
Tuesday, December 30, 11 a.m.

Bring your little one to SOFO, where they will discover wintering insects! Reservations are required. The program is free.
377 Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-537-9375, sofo.org

New Year’s Eve Bash
Wednesday, December 31, 10 a.m.

Bring your little one, ages 0-10, to the Children’s Museum of the East End, where they’ll ring in the New Year with open play, crafts, a DJ, dancing, noisemakers, and resolutions! Tickets are $5 for members and $25 for non-members.
376 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-537-8350, cmee.org/en

Noon Year’s Eve Celebration
Wednesday, December 31, 11 a.m.

Enjoy a balloon drop, craft stations, treats, and more at the Cutchogue-New Suffolk Library! This event is appropriate for kiddos ages 2-10. Registration is required.
27550 Main Road, Cutchogue. 631-734-6360, cutchoguelibrary.org

Family New Year’s Eve Party
Wednesday, December 31, 4:30 p.m.

Roll your way into the new year at the All Star, with unlimited bowling and shoes, food, soda, sparkling cider, champagne, a midnight toast, a face painter, and a balloon artist.
96 Main Street, Riverhead. 631-998-3565, theallstar.com

Fishes & Wishes – New Year’s Eve Family Party
Wednesday, December 31, 6:30 p.m.

Ring in the New Year with this family-friendly party at the Long Island Aquarium! The evening includes a cocktail hour, buffet dinner, dessert, ice cream bar, a DJ, dancing, animal meet-and-greet, a mock midnight toast, and more! Purchase tickets in advance online. You can also book an overnight package at the Hyatt next door after the party.
431 East Main Street, Riverhead. 631-209-9200, longislandaquarium.com

Winter Fun-Cation
Weekdays through January 2, 9 a.m.

If you’re working during the holiday vacation or just need a break, check out this drop-off program for kiddos ages 5-11 at the Long Island Aquarium! There will be tours, Sea Lion shows, arcade time, movies, crafts, and more. Sign up for anywhere from one day to two weeks. The camp goes until 4 p.m.
431 East Main Street, Riverhead. 631-209-9200, longislandaquarium.com

Family Fun Activities

Bookhampton

Bring your little reader in to check out the colorful children’s section, board games, and events at Bookhampton!
41 Main Street, East Hampton. 631-324-4939, bookhampton.com

The Clubhouse

Bring your kiddos in for arcade games, bowling, live music, mini-golf, and more at this popular destination for adults and families in East Hampton.
174 Daniels Hole Road, East Hampton. 631-537-2695, clubhousehamptons.com

Crazy Beans

Don’t miss kid-friendly delights like omelets, burritos, French toast, burgers, quesadillas, and more at this family favorite in Greenport!
2 Front Street, Greenport. 631-333-2436, crazybeansrestaurant.com

GAC Roller Skating Rink

Enjoy all-ages roller skating every Sunday afternoon and on school holidays in Greenport! Tickets are $10 and include skate rentals. Non-skaters are $5.
102 3rd Street, Greenport. 631-333-2644, greenportamericanlegion.org

Sagtown Coffee

Stop in for a latte while your kiddos can enjoy oatmeal, smoothies, acai bowls, hot chocolate, and more!
78 Main Street, Sag Harbor. 631-725-8696, sagtown.com

Scott’s Pointe

On a chilly day, head to Scott’s Pointe to enjoy indoor fun that includes rock climbing, a ninja warrior course, VR, a Surf Wave, mini golf, an arcade, and so much more. Dining is available at the Lake View Grill.
5835 Middle Country Road, Calverton. 631-953-2133, scottspointe.com

South Fork Natural History Museum and Science Center

Bring your kiddo into SoFo for a marine touch tank, floor-to-ceiling murals, and regular programs at SoFo every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Members are admitted for free. For non-members, adults are $10, and kiddos are $7.
377 Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton. 631-537-9375, sofo.org

Southampton Rink

Bring your little ones in for public skating sessions, skate rentals, and igloos that include their own Bluetooth speaker, board games, eats, and seating for up to six people!
668 County Road 39, Southampton. 631-283-2158, southamptonicerink.com

Find more exciting Hamptons, North Fork and family events happening this weekend and beyond (or list your own event) at Events.DansPapers.com