We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: City Place Grand Re-Opening Celebration
Why: Think touch tanks, an outdoor food court, live reggae and lobster! at the big reveal of the newly renovated City Place.
When: Friday, June 16 (4-9:30pm) & Saturday, June 17 (12-5pm)
Where: City Place at The Promenade, 225 River Rd., Edgewater
What: City Place Grand Re-Opening Celebration
Why: Think touch tanks, an outdoor food court, live reggae and lobster! at the big reveal of the newly renovated City Place.
When: Friday, June 16 (4-9:30pm) & Saturday, June 17 (12-5pm)
Where: City Place at The Promenade, 225 River Rd., Edgewater
TICKET GIVEAWAYS - ENTER TO WIN NOW!
Why: Everyone's favorite pig is back for a fun show your little will love- Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets here!
When: Monday, October 9th 3pm & 6pm, tickets available now
Where: bergenPAC, 30 N Van Brunt St, Englewood
What: Shopkins Live Tour
Why: Shoppies hit the stage and you don’t want to miss it. Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets here!
When: Thursday, September 28, tickets start at $29
Where: bergenPAC, 30 N Van Brunt St, Englewood
Why: Kids will love this interactive musical adventure as they watch Daniel and his friends explore their much-loved Neighborhood of Make-Believe! Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets here!
When: Saturday, October 14, tickets on sale now, ticket prices vary
Where: NJPAC, 1 Center Street, Newark
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Jake leaves Never Land and heads to Westwood.
When: Friday, June 16, 3:30-5:30pm, $28
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: Rides, food, music and more!
When: Now through Sunday, June 19, Check website for different times, Wristband Night is Saturday
Where: Depot Square, Demarest Ave. & Dean St., Englewood
Why: Bring in your best furry friend or favorite doll for a complete check up. Free car seat checks too!
When: Saturday, June 17, 10am-3pm
Where: Pascack Valley Medical Center, 250 Old Hook Rd., Westwood
Why: Stroll the park and shop homemade pottery, sculptures, and jewelry.
When: Saturday, June 17, 9am-5pm
Where: Veterans’ Park, Hillsdale
Why: A Kids Fun Zone, live music, bounce house and much more.
When: Saturday, June 17, 11am-2pm
Where: River Road, Fair Lawn
What: The Broad Street Fair
Why: Celebrate the beginning of summer with food, ice cream, music, vendors and more.
When: Saturday, June 17, 12-5pm
Where: Ridgewood Train Station, East Side
Why: Enjoy a pool day every Saturday in June.
When: Saturdays in June, $10
Where: 140 Tillman St., Westwood
What: Condor Day
Why: Meet the condors and enjoy games, arts and crafts and more.
When: Saturday, June 17, 10am-4:30pm
Where: Bergen County Zoo, Paramus
What: Open Cockpit Weekend
Why: Play pilot for the day.
When: Saturday, June 17 & Sunday, June 18, Kids/$8, Adults/$10
Where: The Aviation Hall of Fame of New Jersey, Teterboro
Why: Send the kids to have quality time with Dad.
When: Sunday, June 18, 1-3pm, Ages 2+/$6, Dads/ $3
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Field Station Dinosaurs
Why: The Dinos are back and better than ever!
When: Now through June 25, Check website for summer hours
Where: Overpeck County Park, 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
Why: Your pre-schoolers chance to enjoy this awesome trampoline park.
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 9-10am, $10
Where: 80 Commerce Dr., Allendale
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Every little kid is a farmer at this imaginative event.
When: Now through Labor Day, Ages 2-5
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Why: This Father’s Day go wild with camel rides.
When: Friday, June 16 through Sunday, June 18, 10am-4:30pm, $7
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: Celebrate the yummy summer fruit at this charming farm.
When: Weekends in June, 11am-5pm
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Ln., Chester
What: Pony Up! Festival
Why: Introduce kids children 13 and under to the equestrian world at this hands-on event with face painting, crafts, horses and more.
When: Saturday, June 17, 10am-4pm, Kids/$20, Adult/$10
Where: U.S. Equestrian Team Headquarters, 1040 Pottersville Rd., Gladstone
Why: Join the 4H Garden and Bee Club.
When: Saturday, June 17, 1-3pm
Where: The People Care Center, 120 Finderne Ave., Bridgewater
What: Spring Family Fun Day
Why: An awesome day of art, crafts, live music, and fun for kids.
When: Sunday, June 18, 12-4pm, FREE
Where: Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St., Hoboken
Why: Rides, petting zoo, bounce house, food and more.
When: Sunday, June 18, 10am-5pm
Where: Along N. Franklin Ave., Nutley
Why: A modern retelling of three classic Hans Christian Andersen tales ideal for kids ages 3-9.
When: Now thru Fall 2017, Check the website for all available dates and times, Kids/$8, Adults/$12
Where: The Cottage at Central Park
Why: A FREE performance for your little rock stars.
When: Monday, June 19, 11am-12pm, FREE
Where: East Court, Level1
Upcoming:
What: State Fair Meadowlands
Why: Tons of family fun at the largest fair in the New York area.
When: Thursday, June 22 through July 9, check schedule for ticket prices and fair times.
Where: 1 Metlife Stadium Dr., East Rutherford
What: Day Out With Thomas
Why: Let Thomas pull you on a fun train ride.
When: Various dates between July 7 through July, 16, $21
Where: Phillipsburg
Why: This gorgeous oyster schooner visits Alpine just once a year, and you don’t want to miss it. Snag tickets now before they sell out!
When: Thursday, July 13 thru Sunday, July 16, check the website for sail times and prices
Where: Alpine Boat Basin, Alpine
