Sponsored Post: Need some Saturday plans? Every Saturday through August 20th, join Z100's Maxwell and Crystal as they inteview some fave TikTok stars for a live podcast at Westfield Garden State Plaza's Summer Stage series, with a DJ and fun giveaways, too. Plus, everyone who attends is entered to win tix to an upcoming Post Malone concert. For more info, check out their events page and make your summer plans to beat the heat one TikTok at a time!We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Immerse yourself in a world of games and hands-on activities.
When: Friday August 5-Saturday August 6, 10 am-9:30 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Lake Tappan Day
Why: Bring the fam for a day paddling on the water.
When: Saturday August 6, 8 am-3:30 pm
Where: Lake Tappan, Washington Avenue North, Old Tappan
What: Christina Geist
Why: Meet the author of the children's book, Buddy's New Buddy.
When: Saturday August 6, 11:30 am
Where: Bookends, 211 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
What: Crafty Critters
Why: Animals and art at this fun family activity.
When: Saturday August 6, 2-3 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Beauty & The Beast
Why: Meet the prince and princess.
When: Saturday August 6, 2 pm
Where: Northern Valley Sports Academy, 100 Oakland Ave., Closter
What: Katy Tur
Why: Meet the journalist and author of the new book, Rough Draft.
When: Wednesday August 10, 6 pm
Where: Books & Greetings, 271 Livingston St., Northvale
Why: Music, giveaways and podcast interviews with your fave TikTok stars.
When: Saturdays through August 20, 2-4 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Pick Your Own Peaches
Why: Life's a peach at this PYO farm event.
When: Open now through August, 9 am-3 pm
Where: Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale
What: 2022 Butterfly House
Why: High flying fun as you walk among the butterflies.
When: Now through Sunday September 4, 11 am-4 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
Why: Food vendors, food trucks, entertainment and activities for the whole family.
When: Sundays through November 20, 9 am-2 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
If you're heading out of Bergen:
Why: Singing, music, dance and art.
When: Saturday August 6-Sunday August 7, 11 am-7 pm
Where: Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, Palisades Interstate Parkway, Harriman State Park, Bear Mountain
What: New Jersey State Fair
Why: Rides, games and plenty of entertaining fun for everyone.
When: Saturday August 6-Saturday August 13, check schedule for daily times.
Where: Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Rd., Augusta
What: The Great Train Set
Why: This model train display is chugging in.
When: Opens Saturday August 6
Where: Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City
Why: Bring your train lover for this exciting show rolling into NJ.
When: Saturday August 6-Sunday Augst 7, 10 am- 4pm
Where: New Jersey Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison
What: Dunder Con
Why: Meet the cast of "The Office" plus more entertainment
When: Saturday August 6-Sunday August 7, 11 am-6 pm
Where: Meadowlands Expo Center, 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus
Why: Enjoy rides, games, entertainment and hot air balloon rides.
When: Now through Saturday August 6, 12-10 pm weekends, 3-10 pm weekdays
Where: 877 Uniontown Rd., Phillipsburg
Why: Shop, eat and enjoy live music.
When: Sunday August 7, 9 am-5 pm
Where: 936 Allwood Rd., Clifton
Why: A sunny day of music, food and flower picking.
When: Fridays-Sundays through August 14, 10 am-8 pm
Where: Stony Hill Farms, 15 North Rd., Chester
What: U-Pick Sunflowers
Why: A picture-perfect day picking sunflowers and enjoying farm activities.
When: Now through August, 8 am-3 pm
Where: Happy Day Farm, 106 Iron Ore Rd., Manalapan
What: Dinosaur Safari
Why: The dinos are roaring back, bigger and better than before.
When: Now through Sunday October 30, during zoo hours
Where: Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx
Upcoming Events:
What: Abma's Farm Potato Dig
Why: Bring the little to dig up potatoes and bring them home for dinner.
When: Thursday August 11, 2-4:30 pm; Saturday August 13, 9 am-2 pm
Where: Abma's Farm, 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: A Day Out With Thomas
Why: Join Thomas the Train and friends for a fun ride.
When: Friday August 12-Sunday August 14, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Delaware River Railroad Excursions, 100 Elizabeth St., Phillipsburg
