We rounded up our favorite picks for fun family friendly events in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: Food Truck & Arts Festival
Why: The food truck craze is well worth the hype so go enjoy the awesome food options along with the entertainment brought to you by the students Arts departments.
When: Sunday, April 26, 12-5pm, Pre-Sale/$10, Door/$15, Kids under 10 free
Where: Academy of the Holy Angels, 315 Hillside Ave., Demarest
Events Not To Miss:
What: Family Edible Gardening Day at Abma’s Farm
Why: “Make and Take Home a Themed Herb Garden” workshop using Abma’s own homegrown herbs.
When: Saturday, April 25, 11am-3pm
Where: 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: Earth Fair 2015
Why: Enjoy children’s activities, food and drinks, pet rescue and adoption services, animal exhibits and more.
When: Saturday, April 25, 11am-4pm
Where: Stone Point Park, Old Tappan
What: Earthfest Overpeck
Why: Live music, fishing derby, kids activities, petting zoo, green vendors, a beer garden, and more.
When: Saturday, April 25, 11am-4pm
Where: Overpeck Park, Leonia
What: Pinkalicious book signing at Books and Greetings
Why: The #1 NY Times bestselling author Victoria Kann comes to town to sign her latest book, Aqualicious. All mini-mermaids that come in costume receive a prize!
When: Saturday, April 25, Noon
Where: 271G Livingston St., Northvale
What: Treasured Tree Friends
Why: Celebrate Arbor Day by exploring the trees and creating a tree book out of bark.
When: Saturday, April 25, Adults and families with children 5+/$5, 3-4pm
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: 18th Annual R.A.V.E. Walk
Why: Walk to benefit the Center for Hope and Safety and YWCA Bergen County’s healingSPACE. Pet dogs welcome to walk too!
When: Saturday, April 25, Registration 9am, Step Off 10am
Where: Pascack Brook County Park, 150 Emerson Rd., Westwood
What: Pre-Mother’s Day Family Shopping Day
Why: Pick up some Mother’s Day gifts while the kids enjoy hot dogs, face painting (10-11:30am), and a visit by Disney Princesses (1-2pm).
When: Saturday, April 25, 10am-3pm
Where: Church of the Atonement, 97 Highwood Ave., Tenafly
What: Junior Chef: Baking Bundts
Why: Learn how to make these popular (and delish!) cakes.
When: Saturday, April 25, 10am, Ages 5-13, FREE
Where: Williams Sonoma Locations
What: Pop-Up Prom Shop
Why: Prom goers in need of a dress will luck out with one FREE gently worn prom dress from amazing stores. Donations also welcome!
When: Saturday, April 25, 11am-5pm
Where: Bergen Family Center, 44 Armory Street, Englewood
What: The B Hive Earth Week Green Fair & Market
Why: Enjoy the live music, fashion show, and pick up natural goods like local honey, handmade candles and body products plus tons of fun for the kiddos at this outdoor event celebrating everything green.
When: Sunday, April 26, 10am-3pm
Where: NJ Transit Station, (Hillsdale Ave. & Broadway), Hillsdale
What: Adorno Father’s Springtime Fair
Why: Think 150+ top-notch vendors, delicious home-made foods, hand crafted items, and bounce houses and rides for the littles.
When: Sunday, April 26, 9am-5pm, Raindate: Sunday, May 3
Where: 575 Darlington Ave., Ramsey
What: World Tapir Day at Bergen County Zoo
Why: Learn all about these mammals and their conservation at the Zoo.
When: Sunday, April 26, 12-3pm
Where: 216 Forest Ave., Paramus
What: Crow and Raven Day at the Bergen County Zoo
Why: Enjoy crafts and learn all about these highly intelligent creatures.
When: Monday, April 27, 12-3pm
Where: 216 Forest Ave., Paramus
What: Ridgewood Film Festival
Why: Celebrating excellence in US and International independent films of all genres, three nights of great cinema, dining events, and lively Q&As.
When: Wednesday, April 29 thru Friday, May 1
Where: Warner Theater/Bow Tie Cinemas & Ridgewood Public Library
What: Cooking for Teens: Spring Hors d’Oeuvres
Why: Your junior chef will put their best plate forward and learn how to make delicious starters to accompany springtime meals.
When: Thursday, April 30, Ages 11-17, 6:30pm
Where: Chef Central Paramus, 240 Rt. 17 N., Paramus
What: Put Your Best Foot Forward
Why: Buy a new pair of shoes and receive a complimentary polish change at this fashion event with a DJ and a chance to win a special prize.
When: Thursday, April 30, 12-4pm
Where: Bloomingdales, The Shops at Riverside, Hackensack
If you’re heading out of Bergen…
What: Run for the Wild at the Bronx Zoo
Why: Participate in this family friendly 5k run or walk to support gorillas.
When: Saturday, April 25, 8am, Pre-registration required
Where: Bronx Zoo, NY
What: Sakura Matsuri at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Why: The Garden’s annual cherry blossom festival celebrating traditional and contemporary Japanese culture.
When: Saturday, April 25 & Sunday, April 26, 10am-6pm
Where: 990 Washington Ave., Brooklyn
What: Party for the Planet at Turtle Back Zoo
Why: It’s a party for Mother Earth and everyone is invited to partake in the fun with scheduled activities through out the day.
When: Sunday, April 26, 12-4pm
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
What: Ridgefield Carnival
Why: Because carnival food, we have missed you!
When: Thursday, April 30 (6-10pm), Friday, May 1 (6-pm-10pm), Saturday, May 2 (2-10pm) & Sunday, May 3 (2-10pm)
Where: Veteran’s Park, Ridgefield
Upcoming:
What: The Pink Party featuring HGTV’s The Kitchen Cousins
Why: Enjoy meeting with the hottie celeb cousins, cocktails and light bites, swag bags, and shopping, all to benefit Bright Pink.
When: Thursday, April 30, 6-8pm, $20 (includes valet parking)
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Brobee and Toodee from Yo Gabba Gabba
Why: Music, entertainment, kids crafts, and photos with 2 of the most beloved characters of the popular show.
When: Saturday, May 2, 11am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm, $5 per family
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Lord & Taylor Court, Paramus
What: Spring Boutique at Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Why: A shopping extravaganza featuring jewelry, fashion, children’s clothing and much more!
When: Sunday, May 3 (10am-5pm) & Monday, May 4 (9am-4pm)
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
