Suffolk County · Town Guide

Things to do with kids in Riverhead

Where the North and South Forks split, Riverhead mixes county-seat amenities with farm country. An aquarium sits downtown, pick-your-own farms wait up the road, and riverfront parks line the Peconic.

28places to go in Riverhead
Parks & Playgrounds · 7

Parks & Playgrounds in Riverhead

Nature Preserve
All Ages
Riverhead · Suffolk County
Andrew E. Sabin Nature Preserve
Nature Trail·Walking Trails
Nature Preserve
All Ages
Riverhead · Suffolk County
Cranberry Bog Nature Preserve
Walking Trails·Nature Trail·Restrooms
Nature Preserve
All Ages
Riverhead · Suffolk County
David A. Sarnoff Pine Barrens Preserve
Walking Trails·Nature Trail·Fishing
All Ages
Riverhead · Suffolk County
Duke Dog Park
Dog Park·Shade·Picnic Tables

See all 7 parks in Riverhead →

Family Activities · 16

Family Activities in Riverhead

SpringSummerFall
All Ages
Riverhead
Briermere Farms

Farm·Indoor/Outdoor
Ages 5+
Riverhead
Escape Zone LI Riverhead

Escape Room·Indoor
SpringSummerFall
All Ages
Riverhead
Fall
Riverhead
Harbes Orchard

Farm·Outdoor

See all 16 activities in Riverhead →

Leagues & Programs · 3

Leagues & Programs in Riverhead

Spring
LacrosseRiverhead
Riverhead PAL Lacrosse

Town-Run · Travel
Ages 5+
Baseball and SoftballRiverhead
The Cage

Travel · Training & Clinics
Summer Camps · 2

Summer Camps in Riverhead

Sleepaway
Organizational
Riverhead
Dorothy P. Flint Nassau County 4-H Camp

Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp is a 140-acre co-ed sleepaway and day camp on the Long Island Sound in Riverhead, NY, serving youth ages 5-16. Accredited by the American Camp Association, the camp offers week-long sessions with programs emphasizing hands-on learning, including horseback riding, ropes courses (with rock wall and zipline), marine biology, waterfront activities, farm experiences, and sports. The camp features a 40-acre working farm, nature and science center, and woodland facilities, with camperships available for families who need financial assistance.

Day Camp
Town-Run
Riverhead
Town of Riverhead Youth Camp

Town of Riverhead Youth Camp is a structured day camp for elementary and tween students entering grades 1-6. Operating from 8:45 AM to 4:45 PM with optional early morning drop-off at 7:30 AM, the camp runs eight weeks during summer 2026 at the George Young Community Center and a school location. Residents pay $230 per session while non-residents pay $270 per session, with an additional $30 per session for early morning care. Required registration includes updated physical and immunization forms.

Events · What's On

Upcoming events in Riverhead

Holiday
Paid
Harbes Orchard
Spooky Night Maze at Harbes Orchard

Oct 10–Oct 24 (October 10, 11, 17 and 24, 2026, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.)

$26; one flashlight per party required

Festival
Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden
Long Island Garlic Festival

Sep 12–Sep 13 (Annual (24th Annual event))

$20 per person

See all events in Riverhead →

More of Suffolk

Nearby town guides

Good to know

Things to do in Riverhead, answered

What is there to do with kids in Riverhead, NY?

Riverhead has 28 family spots in this directory: 16 activities, 7 parks, 3 leagues & programs and 2 camps. Filter by age or category to plan an afternoon, and check the events section for what is coming up nearby.

Does Riverhead have parks and playgrounds for kids?

Yes. Riverhead has 7 parks and playgrounds in the directory. Use the parks page to filter by amenity, age, or park type before you head out. See all 7 parks in Riverhead →

What youth sports and programs are in Riverhead?

Riverhead has 3 leagues and programs listed here. Leagues & Programs is broader than travel teams: it also covers clinics, classes, dance and martial-arts studios, and swim programs that run on a season. See all 3 in Riverhead →