Those looking to nominate their favorite local businesses and people in the coveted 2026 Bethpage Best of Long Island contest can submit nominees through August.

On May 4, families can join them for the second annual Long Island Fairy Festival at Sands Point Preserve. Returning favorite activities will be joined by new whimsical events.

The Naples Island Christmas Boat Parade is returning to the canals on Saturday, Dec. 16. (Photo courtesy of Visit Long Beach) The following list is a curated roundup of weekend events in Long Beach ...

This year, the holiday falls on a Sunday, giving Long Islanders a full weekend to enjoy the festivities.

The costume contest sponsored by The Rock Island Animal Hospital announces this years winner.

The North Fork Country Kids Animal Rescue hosted its first classic car show and retro pinup contest on July 31.

Long Island woman Alexa Suess creates a realistic 'Mandalorian' Star Wars costume that is out of this world!