Events Not To Miss:
What: Thomas the Train—a Day out with Thomas
Why: A 20 minute train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, and Thomas-themed activities
When: through July 20th (Check website for times)
Where: Delaware River Road Excursions, 100 Elizabeth St, Phllipsburg
What: Set sail on the Hudson with the Family on the AJ Meerwald
Why: These 2-3 hour science-focused trips introduce kids to river creatures (plus they’re fun)
When: Friday, July 18th and Saturday, July 19th (check website for times/pricing)
Where: Departure from Alpine Boat Basin
What: The Great Ridgewood Duck Derby
Why: Enjoy musical entertainment, a sand sculpture contest, beach games, duck-or-ation, BBQ and of course, duck races!
When: Saturday, July 19, 3:30-7:30pm (Rain Date: July 20)
Where: The Graydon Pool, 259 N. Maple Ave, Ridgewood
What: NY Giants Health & Fitness Expo
Why: Join NBC 4 NY, the NY Giants and the Bergen County Health Department for a family-friendly health event! Meet NY Giants players, Enjoy healthy cooking demonstrations, Dance, Yoga, Zumba Lessons, and more!
When: Saturday, July 19th-20th, 10am-3pm
Where: MetLife Stadium, 1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford
What: Home Depot Children’s Workshop at the Botanical Gardens
Why: Great fun for the youngsters! Come build a small garden-oriented project at one of Home Depot’s super Children’s Workshops
When: Saturday, July 19, 10am-1pm
Where: New Jersey Botanical Gardens, 2 Morris Road, Ringwood
What: Shakespeare in the Park
Why: Classical music, Shakespeare’s plays and wonderful Renaissance crafters and art work
When: Sunday, July 20, 1-5pm
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, E. Ridgewood Ave
What: Boot Camp on the Beach with Brenda from YWCA
Why: YW Fitness moves outdoors! Adults and teens are invited to join the Boot Camp fitness class on the beach, class is free to Current Movement and BFC members!
When: Tuesday July 22, and Thursday July 24th, $15/class
Where: Darlington County Park—Upper Lake, 600 Darlington Ave, Mahwah
What: Bergen County Zoo Science 101
Why: Come Thursday nights and discuss the Earth and the amazing flora and fauna that inhabit it
When: Thursday Nights from July 3 to August 21, 6pm
Where: Bergen County Zoo, 216 Forest Ave, Paramus
If you’re heading out of Bergen….
What: Blueberry Festival at Alstede Farms
Why: Fresh Blueberry pie obviously!
When: Saturday, July 19th and Sunday, July 20th 11am to 5pm
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ
Upcoming:
What: Family Fair at theatre square at NJPAC
Why: Features arts and crafts, yummy refreshments, tours, contests, and onstage entertainment
When: Saturday, July 26th, 1pm to 4pm, FREE! (special package deals for upcoming shows will be sold!)
Where: Theater Square at NJPAC, 1 Center St, Newark
What: Quickcheck Balloon Festival
Why: Hot Air Balloon rides, Friday night fireworks, Saturday night balloon glow, Sunday morning 5K run, Live performances by Hot Chelle Rae, 3 Doors Down, and more!
When: Friday, July 25th-27th, 6:30am & 6:30pm Balloon Rides
Where: Solberg Airport, 39 Thor-Solberg Rd, Whitehouse Station
What: Walking With Dinosaurs—The Arena Spectacular
Why: This show features 20 life-size dinosaurs! Be amazed and thrilled as the greatest creatures return before your eyes.
When: Wednesday, July 23 through Sunday, July 27 (Times vary for each date)
Where: Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St, Newark
What: Fit 4 Mom Anniversary Party
Why: A party for you AND for baby! Lunch by Maggianos, Entertainment by Kidville Englewood, the Little Gym, Crafts by Bergen Mama, Raffles, and more
When: Wednesday, July 30, 11am-1pm
Where: Shops at Riverside
