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Upcoming Events
Beauty’s Back(pack) to School Bash
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Session One
August 30, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm -
Session Two
August 30, 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join Princess Beauty, Rapunzel, and the Mermaid Princess for a magical celebration to kick off the new school year in royal style! Enjoy LIVE Princess performances, interactive story time, dancing, games, and so much more in this high-energy, heartwarming event perfect for your little royal. Each child will receive their very own backpack to decorate and take home—perfect for starting (more…)
Hours and Admission
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Labor Day: Open
September 7, 2026
9:00 am - 7:00 pm -
Thanksgiving Day: Closed
November 26, 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm -
Christmas Day: Closed
December 25, 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm -
New Year's Day: Closed
January 1, 2027
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Welcome to the Sands Point Preserve! The Sands Point Preserve’s grounds are open for visitors – the Great Lawn, Hempstead House Garden, Woodland Playground, dog run, forest trails, and pond area. The Welcome Center & Gift Shop in Castle Gould is open Wednesdays through Sundays at 11 am – 6 pm. Restrooms are available in (more…)
Qigong
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Late Summer
September 13, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm -
Fall
October 25, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Qigong is considered one of the five branches of Asian Medicine, a foundation for martial arts, and a spiritual practice revered in Daoist and Chan Buddhist tradition. Qi is a vital element found in everything: the sun, the trees, the wind, the sky, the blooming flowers in spring and the falling leaves in the fall. Qi is (more…)
Fall Fun Fest
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September 27, 2026
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Celebrate the Autumn season at our Fall Fun Fest with activities for children of all ages! All activities are free with Fall Fun Fest admission, excluding food trucks and Autumn Market. Pumpkin Painting Face Painting Live Music Puppet Shows with Wonderspark Puppets Animal Presentations Family Games Bird watching with North Shore Audubon Society Meet Oriana, (more…)
24 Hour Wilderness Survival
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October 24, 2026 - October 25, 2026
12:00 pm
Spend 24 hours in our woods during our Overnight Survival challenge! Instructor Mike Evans will guide this immersive experience, designed for both newcomers and returning outdoor enthusiasts. We’ll revisit foundational skills in foraging, fire-making, cordage and more, while also introducing fresh new concepts for those who have taken our monthly survival courses. Guests will share (more…)
Full Moon Hike
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October 26, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Mike Evans on an immersive experience through the dark trails of the Preserve. On this guided hike, we invite you to slow down, awaken your senses, and discover the fascinating world that comes alive a night. Rather than a simple walk through the woods, we’ll explore the idea that darkness is part of the (more…)
2026 Four Seasons in Music
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Fall 2026
November 8, 2026
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
In 2026, the acclaimed chamber music series Four Seasons in Music celebrates its eighth season under the inspired direction of Artistic Director Kathryn Lockwood. Set amidst the breathtaking beauty of The Preserve’s historic Hempstead House, Castle Gould, and picturesque waterfront grounds, this distinctive series presents four seasonal concerts. Each performance weaves together music and poetry, (more…)