Get Out, Farmingdale: Columbus Day Weekend Planner

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go for adults and kids, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.

Columbus Day Weekend Street Fair and Carnival

Where: Behind the ., Main Street
When: Oct. 6-10
Why Go: This annual event is a yearly favorite. Enjoy carnival rides, food, drinks, craft vendors and more.
Pricing: Various

United Methodist Yard Sale

Where: , Main St. & Grant Ave.
When: Oct. 8, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Oct. 9, noon - 5 p.m.
Why Go: New and used items will be for sale, including household goods, toys and crafts, like the church's best-selling wooden roses and new figurines courtesy of Nicole’s Flower & Gift Shop. The money raised will support the church and mission projects.
Pricing: Various

Columbus Weekend Open Bounce Sessions

Where: , 101 Carolyn Blvd.
When: Oct. 8-10
Why Go: Keep your kids busy this weekend with special Open Bounce Sessions for the kids to come play. Call (631) 777-5867 to make a reservation.
Pricing: $12.95/child

Art in the Park on the Village Green

Where: , 361 Main St., Farmingdale
When: Oct. 8, 10 a.m.- 4p.m.
Why Go: Browse and purchase local art at this outdoor event sponsored by the Women's Club of Farmingdale and the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce.

DogFest at Farmingdale State College

Where: , 2350 Broadhollow Rd.
When: Oct. 9, 8 a.m.
Why Go: The Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) DogFest annual fundraising/walk-a-thon event includes vendors, dog demonstrations and agility course. It's on the Great Lawn and in the Roosevelt Hall Multipurpose Room.
Pricing: Free

Farmingdale Columbus Day Parade

Where: Main Street
When: Oct. 9, 6 p.m.
Why Go: Watch fire department officials, the Farmingdale High School marching band and other community groups march in the annual parade. There will be fireworks at 10 p.m.