We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood LIVE!Why: Kids will love this interactive musical adventure as they watch Daniel and his friends explore their much-loved Neighborhood of Make-Believe.
When: Sunday, March 19 at 2pm and 5:30pm, purchase tickets here or CLICK HERE for a chance to win 4 tickets!
Where: bergenPAC, 30 N Van Brunt St, Englewood
Book Now:
Why: Snag tickets to the cutest Easter event around before it sells out.
When: Saturday, April 8, Friday, April 14 & Saturday, April 15, 9:30am-4pm, $5, Tickets on sale now in person at the farm market only
Where: 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: Stone Barns Center Sheep Shearing Fest
Why: Celebrate the arrival of spring at this always sold out event.
When: Saturday, April 29, 10am-3pm, Ages 2-14/$20, 15+/$40
Where: Pocantico Hills, NY
Events Not to Miss:
Why: A ventriloquist and puppet show your little ones will love.
When: Friday, March 4, 1pm & 3pm, $17
Where: 30 N. Van Brunt St., Englewood
Why: Have some active wintery fun right here in Bergen.
When: 7 days a week, $21-$26, Check schedule for times
Where: 200 Campgaw Rd., Mahwah
Why: Get glam and support the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation.
When: Friday, March 3, 5-7pm, Tickets start at $15
Where: 347 Broadway, Westwood
Why: A sweet time with your little one.
When: Fridays, 10:30am-11am, Babies- Age 2, FREE
Where: 49 Park Ave., Westwood
Why: Learn all about maple trees and learn how to turn sap into syrup.
When: Saturday, March 4, 11am & 2pm
Where: Green Meadow Waldorf School, 307 Hungry Hollow Rd., Chestnut Ridge, NY
Why: Celebrate 70 years of connecting friends and community at this fun bash.
When: Saturday, March 4, 7:30-11:30pm, $85
Where: Park West Loft, 38 Oak St., Ridgewood
What: 2017 AT&T American Cup
Why: You'll flip over the talented USA Gymnastics team.
When: Saturday March 4, 11:30am
Where: Prudential Center, Newark
Why: You'll flip over the talented USA Gymnastics team.
When: Saturday March 4, 11:30am
Where: Prudential Center, Newark
Why: It’s baby/toddler-palooza at this high-energy, popular 45 minute playtime.
When: Every Saturday this month, 10:15am (up until 23 months) & 11am(ages 2-4), FREE
Where: 100 Ridge Rd., Mahwah
What: Whole Foods Market Closter Story Hour
Why: Matcha for you, stories, crafts and snacks for them.
When: Saturday, March 4, 11am. FREE
Where: Closter Plaza, Closter
Why: Matcha for you, stories, crafts and snacks for them.
When: Saturday, March 4, 11am. FREE
Where: Closter Plaza, Closter
Why: Your pre-schoolers chance to enjoy this awesome trampoline park.
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 9-10am, $10
Where: 80 Commerce Dr., Allendale
Why: Families with children 5 and younger enjoy costumes, a light breakfast and characters.
When: Sunday, March 5, 9:30- 11am, RSVP to ween@templeemanu-el.com
Where: 180 Piermont Rd., Closter
Why: 125 exhibitors ready for you to shop.
When: Sunday, March 5, 10am-5pm, $3
Where: 99 East Century Rd., Paramus
Why: Make nature’s candy.
When: Sunday, March 5, 12:30pm, 2pm, Adult/Child pair: $22
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
Why: Run for one good reason: fun.
When: Tuesday, March 7, 6:30-7:30pm
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave, Tenafly
Why: A fun morning perfect for babies through age 5.
When: Wednesday, March 8, 10am & 11am, FREE
Where: Wood-Ridge Memorial Library, 231 Hackensack Street, Wood Ridge
Why: The Dance Moms star signs her new book “The Maddie Diaries”.
When: Thursday, March 9, 6pm, (Reserve your book in advance)
Where: 211 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
Why: The long standing circus’ final farewell.
When: Thursday, March 9 thru Sunday, March 12, check schedule for different showtimes, tickets start at $15
Where: Prudential Center, Newark
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
What: Purim Character Palooza
Why: Bounce house, ball pit, DJ, characters and a ton more.
When: Sunday, March 5, 10-11:30am, $15 in advance, $20 at the door
Where: JCC Rockland, 450 W. Nyack, NY
What: Butterfly Conservatory
Why: You can pre-book or just wing it for this fascinating exhibit which lets you walk through a world of live butterflies.
When: Now thru May 28
Where: American Museum of Natural History, NYC
Why: You can pre-book or just wing it for this fascinating exhibit which lets you walk through a world of live butterflies.
When: Now thru May 28
Where: American Museum of Natural History, NYC
Why: Skating is extra fun at this outdoor rink.
When: Now thru March 5, Open at Mondays, Tuesday, Friday-Sundays, Always check the schedule for times and availability, Adults/$5, Ages 4-11/$4
Where: Bear Mountain, NY
What: Bryant Park Winter Village- Last Weekend
Why: Ice skate at the iconic skating rink, do some holiday shopping, and eat tasty delights at this open air market.
When: Now thru March 5, 8am-10pm
Where: Between 5th & 6th Ave and 40th St. & 42nd Ave., NYC
Upcoming:
Why: Learn how to celebrate body diversity with Mary Beth Augustine.
When: Sunday, March 12, 12-1pm, FREE
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave, Tenafly
What: Temple Beth Rishon Annual Purim Carnival
Why: Carnival games, laser tag, arts and crafts and more.
When: Sunday, March 12, 11am-1pm, Kids/$10, Adults/$18
Where: 585 Russell Avenue, Wyckoff
What: WP Presents! Big Nazo Creature Show
Why: An international performance group of visual artists, puppet performers, and masked musicians who unite to create bizarre and hilarious larger-than-life sized characters.
When: Saturday, March 11, 2-5pm, Kids/$12, Adults/$15
Where: Shea Center for Performing Arts, Wayne
Why: An international performance group of visual artists, puppet performers, and masked musicians who unite to create bizarre and hilarious larger-than-life sized characters.
When: Saturday, March 11, 2-5pm, Kids/$12, Adults/$15
Where: Shea Center for Performing Arts, Wayne
What: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Purim Carnival
Why: Moon bounce, slides, games, prizes, life-size cartoon characters, cotton candy, a costume parade and more. Come to the Bergen Mama table and say hello!
When: Sunday, March 12, 1-4pm (12pm entrance for children with special needs)
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave, Tenafly
Why: Moon bounce, slides, games, prizes, life-size cartoon characters, cotton candy, a costume parade and more. Come to the Bergen Mama table and say hello!
When: Sunday, March 12, 1-4pm (12pm entrance for children with special needs)
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave, Tenafly
Why: Snag a seat and ride along the scenic Delaware River to meet the Easter Bunny and enter our giveaway for a chance to win 4 tickets here!
When: April 8, 9, & 15, 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm & 3:30pm, Child/$11, Adult/$18
Where: Phillipsburg, NJ
What: SpEGGtacular Hunt
Why: It’s the Zoo’s yearly egg hunt so bring a basket for treats and don’t forget to get a picture with the Easter Bunny.
When: Saturday, April 8, 11am-1pm, FREE, Rain Date: Sunday, April 9, Space is limited, email cbaca@co.bergen.nj.us
Where: Bergen County Zoo, Paramus
