Free and Cheap on Long Island

You don’t have to spend lots of money to enjoy Long Island. From free movies, concerts and plays to museums without admission fees, there’s plenty to see and do on Long Island without digging deep into your wallet. Here are some places where you can have fun on Long Island for free.

Whether you have an only child or a group of three or more in tow, there are wonderful, free places to take your children in Nassau and Suffolk. Here's a sampling of some great free things to do with kids on Long Island.

Celebrate your birthday with a free entree at Indian Wells Tavern in Amagansett. Proof of birthday is required. Call (631) 267-0400  for more information.

On weekdays from noon to 3 p.m., check out Madras Woodlands' lunch specials where you can choose from a variety of meals for only $5.25 (plus tax.)

Specials include a choice of one curry dish (mattar paneer, alu gobi, daal fry, vegetable jalfrezi, alu matter and more), served with basmati rice, chapati, yogurt, pickle and more, all for $5.25

On weekends, there's an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet for $9.95 (plus tax) from noon to 3 p.m. Meals at Madras Woodlands are kosher.

Madras Woodlands is located at 1627 Hillside Avenue in New Hyde Park, NY.

For more information, call (516) 326-8900. See also my Madras Woodlands Restaurant Review.

One of Long Island’s lesser-known museums, The American Guitar Museum is home to countless musical treasures. What it lacks in size, it makes up for in the importance of musical instruments on display. Best of all, there's no admission charge.

Shop for bargains and hidden treasures at the many Long Island Thrift Shops. Click on the title to learn more.

Learn how you can buy certificates for deep discounts at restaurants throughout Long Island (and across the U.S. as well.)