We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Fun rides, food, and games for all.
When: Wednesday August 23-Friday August 25, 6-11 pm, Saturday August 26, 5-11 pm, Sunday August 27, 5-9 pm
Where: St. Philip the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 488 Saddle River Rd., Saddle Brook
What: BotCon 2023
Why: Transformers fans come together for the ultimate in autobots.
When: Thursday August 24-Sunday August 27, check for daily schedule
Where: American Dream, One American Dream Way, East Rutherford
Why: Kitty fans can shop sweet treats and merch.
When: Saturday August 26, 10 am-7 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
Why: Stroll and shop local artists and enjoy an afternoon of fun.
When: Sunday August 27, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Broadway and 3rd Ave., Westwood
What: Movie House Paramus
Why: Walk through 10 rooms filled with games, scavenger hunts, virtual reality, illusions, and so much more.
When: Now through Saturday August 26, 11 am-7:30 pm
Where: Paramus Park Mall, 700 Paramus Park, Paramus
What: Sunday Farmer's Market
Why: The season is back with tasty vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment
When: Sundays through October 29, 9 am-2 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
If You're Heading Out of Bergen:
Why: Visit the OG sunflower maze for gorgeous photo ops, plus even more fun for kids like scavenger hunts and a bug safari.
When: Wednesday August 23-Sunday September 17, 9 am-sunset
Where: Liberty Farm, 101 Route 645, Sandyston
Why: Head back in time for live entertainment, special themed weekends, performances, and more.
When: Weekend starting Saturday August 26-Sunday October 8, 10 am-7 pm
Where: 600 Rt. 17A, Tuxedo, NY
Why: Dav Pilkey's characters come to life in this live musical performance.
When: Now through Sunday August 27, check schedule for select days and times
Where: The Lucille Lortel Theatre, 121 Christopher St., NYC
Why: Bring your own shears to grab a beautiful bouquet with tractor rides to the fields.
When: Now through Sunday August 27, check schedule for daily times
Where: Happy Day Farm, 106 Iron Ore Rd., Manalapan
Why: Picture perfect flower picking plus live music and wagon rides.
When: Weekends through Sunday August 27, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Stony Hill Farms, 15 North Rd., Chester
Upcoming Events:
What: Saint Joseph Feast
Why: Food, rides, games, and live entertainment.
When: Friday September 1, 6-10 pm, Saturday September 2-Monday September 4, 4-10 pm
Where: 40 Spring St., Lodi
