Parks
92 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- The Park at East Hills4.1 mi from downtown
- Blumenfeld Family Park1.1 mi from downtown
- Kennilworth Pool Club1.6 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in North Hempstead
5 kinds of free outings in and around North Hempstead.
Good days out in North Hempstead don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Port Washington Public Library1 Library Drive
- Manhasset Public Library30 Onderdonk Avenue
- Great Neck Library159 Bayview Avenue
Historic places
49 landmarks on the National Register, many easy to see on a walk.
- United States Merchant Marine AcademyBuilt 1943
- Hempstead House
- Old Westbury Gardens
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Sagamore Hill National Historic Site12 mi northeast
- Target Rock National Wildlife Refuge16 mi northeast
- Camp Gateway- Brooklyn Ny18 mi southwest
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Congressman Lester Wolff Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge12 mi northeast
- Sagamore Hill National Historic Site12 mi northeast
- Target Rock National Wildlife Refuge16 mi northeast
Around town
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
North Hempstead Beach Park
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Fishing in the Town of North Hempstead
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What are free things to do in North Hempstead?
Parks, Libraries, Historic places, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in North Hempstead this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.