
We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
What: Dorinda Medley
Why: The former RHONY star talk her new book, Make It Nice.
When: Thursday August 19, 6 pm
Where: Bookends, 211 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
What: Nature Story Time
Why: Enjoy an animal-themed story and meet and greet.
When: Saturday August 21, 10-10:30 am
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Tie Dye & Slime
Why: Kids get crafty with tie-dye T-shirts and DIY slime.
When: Sunday August 22, 11 am-12 pm
Where: Posh Princess Palace, 1 S Main St., Lodi
Why: Bring the fam for rides, games and prizes.
When: Now through Sunday August 22, Wednesday and Thursday 7-11 pm, Friday 6-11 pm, Saturday 5-11 pm, Sunday 5-9 pm
Where: 488 Saddle River Rd., Saddle Brook
What: BBQ Nights
Why: A tasty night of delish BBQ and live music on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30-8:30 pm
Where: Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale
What: Dino Safari
Why: Travel back in time as the dinos take over Bergen County in this prehistoric drive-through experience.
When: Now through Saturday September 4, 10 am-9 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, West Parking Lot, 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: The Floral Escape
Why: Immerse yourself in a world of flowers and color for this Insta-worthy experience.
When: Now through Monday September 6, 10 am-9 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus
If you're heading out of Bergen:
What: Twilight Farm Festival
Why: Visit the animals and enjoy live music and food.
When: Thursday August 19, 6 pm
Where: City Green, 171 Grove St., Clifton
What: Family Ag Day
Why: Family fun activities, music, animals, ice cream making and more.
When: Sunday August 22, September 12, September 26, 9 am-1 pm
Where: Van Riper Hopper Museum, 533 Berdan Ave., Wayne
What: Nyack Famous Street Fair
Why: Shop this huge street fair with entertainment, local vendors, food and more.
When: Sunday August 22, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Downtown Main Street and Broadway, Nyack
What: St. Sebastian's Feast
Why: Rides, games, food and summertime fun.
When: Wednesday August 25-Sunday August 29, Wednesday-Friday 5-10 pm, Weekends 3-10 pm
Where: Kaveney Field, Grove St. and Walnut St., Montclair
Why: Explore the legendary author's animals with live shows, music, games and much more.
When: Now through Sunday August 29, advance reservations required
Where: Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx
What: Dino Dig Adventure
Why: Let your budding paleontologist discover fossils in this kid-friendly exhibit, and check the other summer of dinos fun.
When: Open daily
Where: Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City
Upcoming:
Why: Grab gifts for the home and more.
When: Sunday August 29, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Broadway and 3rd Ave., Westwood