Long Island Family Ultimate Camp Fair & Activity Expo - Cradle of Aviation

PLEASE SEE NEW DATE - SUNDAY, MARCH 15TH!

Our FREE Dynamic Camp Fair is back, and it’s more fun than ever!

Join us for a kid-friendly day exploring amazing summer camp and enrichment options for 2026 at the Long Island Family's ULTIMATE Camp Fair & Activity Expo at the amazing Cradle of Aviation. Designed with families (and curious kids!) in mind, this is your chance to browse, ask questions, and start dreaming about a summer your child will love.

And it’s not just kid-friendly, it’s packed with FREE, hands-on fun. Families can enjoy a photobooth fun, Bounce House, face painting, Arts & Crafts, and more throughout the day, so kids can play while parents explore.

It’s also the ultimate opportunity to meet camp directors face-to-face, collect helpful info, and compare programs—all under one roof. Whether you’re just beginning your camp search or putting the final touches on summer plans, this is an easy, welcoming way to figure out what’s next. Best part? Admission is FREE.

Come plan, play, and kick off summer excitement together!

In partnership with The American Camp Association, New York and New Jersey and the PJ Library.

Why attend?

Our Fairs are FREE to the public. We have been hosting our annual fairs for many years and we are excited to continue to provide this valuable service to give you quality interactions with many camps and programs. It's your opportunity to meet many camp directors and staff face to face, ask questions and pick up materials. Be the first to hear about promotions, open houses, camp tours. Meet multiple camps at one location. We will have day camps, sleep-away camps and special interest camps for you to interact with.

What time does the Camp Fair start and end?

The Ultimate Long Island Family Camp Fair & Activity Expo runs from 12:00pm to 3:00pm. Activities are ongoing, so you can show up any time.

What is an Activity Expo?

Our Camp Fair and Activity Expo is a day of fun and experiential activities for the whole family. Kids can play and participate in fun activities and parents can meet many Camp exhibitors, such as Day, Sleep-away and Specialty camps. It's FUN for the whole family – Games, raffles, Arts & Crafts, face painting, balloon animals, music & much more.

Discovery and Fun all in one place, in one afternoon. Don't miss out. Get your FREE ticket now!

How to prepare for the event:

Before visiting a Camp Fair, consider what type of experience you are looking for your child to have at camp. The more questions you ask, the better you will be able to understand what the camp is about and if it’s the right fit for your child. Also keep in mind that the more open you are with camp directors, the better informed you will be when it comes to making a decision. Here are a few questions to ask the camp leadership team:

• What is your camp’s mission and philosophy?

• What type of child is successful at your camp?

• What is your camp’s program?

• What type of training and education do you and your staff have?

• What are the safety procedures?

• What are your enrollment options?

• How does your camp handle special needs?

Keep in mind that the more open families are with camp directors, the better informed they will be when it comes to making a decision.

R SVP Now! Space is Limited

The Cradle of Aviation museum gallery and planetarium admission are not included in this free event; both are a separate fee. Please visit their to learn more.

*****CALLING ALL CAMPS & SCHOOLS LOOKING TO MEET PARENTS *****

Long Island Family is looking for Camps and schools to showcase their programs! In 2025 over 10,000 NYC Families visited our Camp Fairs & Family Fun Days.

Being an exhibitor has many advantages -

• Face to Face interaction with families
• Build a follow-up base for ongoing success
• Increase your relationships and build lasting connections

Please contact us at to reserve your spot while they are still available.

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