We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!

Events Not to Miss:
Why: Rides, food, live music, fireworks and more!
When: Now thru Friday, August 11 (7-11pm) & Saturday, August 12 (5-11pm) Wristband nights on Thursday & Saturday, $25 unlimited rides, Fireworks on Friday night
Where: Forum School, Waldwick
Why: The park hosts outdoor free movies. Check out Pan & Raiders of the Lost Ark this week.
When: Thursday, August 11 & Friday, August 12, 8pm, FREE
Where: 216 Forest Ave, Paramus
Why: Watch Dolphin Tale out in the park and enjoy the free popcorn.
When: Thursday, August 11, 8pm, FREE
Where: Veteran’s Park, Westwood
Why: Hang with Toys"R"Us Geoffrey the Giraffe, enjoy face painting, bounce house, fun activities, playground games, giveaways plus tour the new space.
When: Saturday, August 13th, 11am-1pm, FREE but registration is encouraged, click here to register.
Where: 271 Livingston Street, Unit 269 L-O in Northvale
Why: Games, treats, lots to eat, and tons of fun under the sun.
When: Saturday, August 13, 6 weeks-6 years old, 11am-1:30pm
Where: 21 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs
Why: Cool off from the heat, firefighter style.
When: Saturday, August 13, 1-5pm, FREE
Where: 235 Harrington Ave., Westwood
Why: Wine tastings, live music, yummy food and more on the farm.
When: Saturday, August 13 & Sunday, August 14, 12-6pm
Where: 244 Wierimus Lane, Hillsdale
Why: Check out a visual and performing artist who tells stories through painted faces.
When: Saturday, August 13, Every 30 minutes 10:30am-1:30pm, FREE
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Paramus
Why: Snag an autograph, enjoy the Kids’ Zone, and watch these champs in action.
When: Select days now until Tuesday, August 14, check website for schedule, FREE
Where: Quest Diagnostics Training Center, East Rutherford
What: Field Station Dinosaurs
Why: The Dinos are back and at their new home in Bergen.
When: Now thru September 5, Tuesdays thru Sundays
Where: 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
What: Mahwah Library Olympics
Why: Build the tallest tower or hula hoop the longest…
When: Friday, August 12, 3-4pm, FREE
Where: 100 Ridge Rd., Mahwah
What: High Exposure Ninja Warrior Camp
Why: Are you the next American Ninja Warrior? Learn the skills and have fun climbing your way to the top with real Ninja Warriors Henry Ferrarin and Joe Morasky.
When: Monday, August 15 thru Friday, September 2, full and half days available, daily and/or weekly options offered, ages 5-17, call (201) 768-8600 to book your spot.
Where: 266 Union Street, Northvale
Why: Just one of the cute events happening this week at this adorbs open play space.
When: Tuesday, August 16, 10am-1pm, babies thru 6 years old, , $35, Pre-Registration required
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: When the pool just seems like too much, hit up a FREE movie. This week is Alvin and the Chipmunks Road Chip.
When: Tuesday, August 16 & Wednesday, August 17, 10am, FREE
Where: Bow Tie theaters (Closter, Washington Twp. & Hoboken)
Why: Finger lickin' good grub on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30- 8:30pm
Where: 244 Weirimus Rd., Hillsdale
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: A perfect family day of kids’ activities, arts and crafts, food and more. Then celebrate the butterflies on Sunday.
When: Saturday, August 13 (11am-4pm) & Sunday, August 14, 12-3pm, FREE
Where: 2 Morris Road, Ringwood
What: New Jersey State Fair
Why: Every day has something different at this action-packed family fair.
When: Now thru Sunday, August 14, 10am-10pm
Where: Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Rd., Augusta
Why: Over 30 farm fun activities, including hay rides, obstacle courses, ball arcades, corn maze and more.
When: Now thru September 11, 10am-5pm
Where: 451 State Rt. 94, Vernon
Why: 16th Century games, rides, arts, crafts, food, music and dance.
When: Weekends and Labor Day now thru October 2, Ages 5-12/$12, Adults/$25
Where: Tuxedo Park, NY
Why: The turtles and their underground lair make the first stop of their national tour.
When: Now thru September 5
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Why: Dynamic laser art moves in time to amazing pop music for the win.
When: Tuesday thru Saturday at 5:15pm, Adult/$7, Kids/$5
Where: 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City
What: Jets Training Camp
Why: See the stars in green and white in action.
When: Saturday, August 13, 5:30pm, FREE (Tickets required)
Where: Atlantic Health Jets Training Center, 1 Jets Drive, Florham Park
What: NYC Restaurant Week
Why: Ladies, start you Open Table app…
When: Now thru Friday, August 19
Where: Participating restos
Why: Amazing “trek tech” experience as you become a cadet at the Starlet Academy. Check out the overnights too!
When: Now thru October 31, Ages 5+/$18, Adults/$25
Where: Pier 86, W. 46th St. & 12th Ave., NYC
What: Summer Movie Express
Why: Watch “Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2” or “Shaun The Sheep” for $1.
When: Tuesday, August 16 & Wednesday, August 17, 10am
Where: Regal Nanuet Stadium, Nanuet, NY
Why: Inside Out, a cozy blanket, and a perfect summer night.
When: Wednesday, August 17, Sundown, FREE
Where: Pier A Park, Hoboken
Why: Live Music, a farm stand, kids activities, lawn games and more at this BYO urban farm picnic.
When: Every Wednesday in July & August, 5pm
Where: 171 Grove St., Clifton
Upcoming:
Why: Run or walk to raise funds and awareness for this amazing organization. Kids run too!
When: Sunday, September 25, $35 minimum donation (through August 25), $40 from August 26 through race day, $20 minimum donation per child
Where: Bergen Community College, Paramus
Why: Come and paint and raise money for Team Kohan and the Parkinson's Unity Walk
that is held every year in NYC Central Park.
When: Tuesday, August 16, 7:30-9:30pm, $45, Pre-Registration required
Where: Stonybrook Swim Club, 183 Cedar Lane, Hillsdale