We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: The Great Jack O Lantern Blaze
Why: Tickets go on sale and *poof* they're gone. Snag yours when tickets go on sale on September 5th.
When: September 29th through November 5th
Where: Tickets start at $16
What: Frozen The Musical
Why: Don't let it go! Snag tickets now for this blockbuster musical.
When: Tickets available now, Show opens in February
Where: St. James Theater, NYC
Events Not to Miss:
What: Feast of Saint Joseph
Why: Get ready to gorge on zeppoles and ride the rides…
When: Friday, September 1 (6 -10 p.m.) through Monday, September 4 (2 -10 p.m.), 4 -10 p.m. Sat & Sun
Where: 40 Spring St., Lodi
Why: An amazing immersive and gorgeous experience right here in Bergen County.
When: Open Wednesdays through Sundays 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. through end of October, $5 for 1 adult/2kids, Advanced registration recommended
Where: 313 Hudson Ave, Tenafly
Why: Fun in the sun with swimming events, sand castle building contests, toddler golf, food and more.
When: Saturday, September 2, 1- 4 p.m., Rain Date: Sunday, September 4
Where: Crestwood Lake- East Beach, Allendale
What: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck at Westfield Garden State Plaza
Why: Grab a snack from the cutest food truck ever.
When: Saturday, September 2, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Outside near Grand Lux Cafe
Why: Embrace sweater weather and enjoy all the fun seasonal activities on the farm.
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Mondays through Fridays, 3- 4:30 p.m., Ages 2+/$7
Where: 244 Wierimus Road, HIllsdale
Why: Take a lovely walk along the trails.
When: Sunday, September 3, 3 -4 p.m., Ages 2+/$3
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Field Station Dinosaurs
Why: The Dinos are back and better than ever!
When: Check website for summer hours and special events.
Where: Overpeck County Park, 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
Why: Vendors, a Children’s stage, mechanical bull, antiques, food trucks and even more.
When: Monday, September 4, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Park Ave., Rutherford
Why: Kids rides, a movie under the stars, concerts, grub, fireworks and more.
When: Sunday, September 5 (Sing at 7:30 p.m.) & Monday, September 4, 12 - 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Closter
Why: The HGTV twin cuties come to Bergen for a fun night.
When: Tuesday, September 5, 7:30 p.m., Tickets start at $39.75
Where: 30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood
Why: Up to 75% off amazing on-trend styles your fashionista will be obsessed with.
When: Wednesday, September 6 through Saturday, September 9 (Wed & Thurs/ 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Fri 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.)
Where: 600 Grand Ave., Ridgefield
Why: Finger lickin' good #eeeeats on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.
Where: 244 Weirimus Rd., Hillsdale
What: Lisa Lillien at Women's Club of Ridgewood
Why: Get your signed copy of Hungy Girl Clean & Hungry: Obsessed and enjoy the Q&A.
When: Thursday, September 7, 7 p.m., $30, Pre-Registration required
Where: 215 West Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood
What: Nature Yoga at Tenafly Nature Center
Why: Yoga with a nature theme- adults only!
When: Thursday, September 7 through Thursday, October 19, 6- 7:30 p.m., $75 for 6 week series, $15 single
Where: 313 Hudson Ave, Tenafly
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Since summer can’t last forever, snag tickets for this popular corn festival and embrace the upcoming season.
When: Saturday, September 2 through Monday, September 4, Kids 3+/$8, Adults/$16
Where: Sleepy Hollow, NY
What: MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition at Liberty Science Center
Why: Like the popular TV show, have fun putting popular myths to the test!
When: Now through Monday, September 4
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Why: The corn maze is OPEN! (and we love ourselves a good cornmaze), plus family fun including moon bounce, pony rides, and wagon trains.
When: Open daily starting Friday, September 1st, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Tickets start at $6, prices vary based on day and time.
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester
Why: Say goodbye to summer and get low-key excited for fall with this perfect day to evening event.
When: Saturday, September 3, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Where: Hopewell Junction, NY
What: Nutley Street Fair and Craft Show
Why: Great food, rides, live music, games and family fun.
When: Sunday, September 3, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Downtown Nutley
What: NYC Broadway Week
Why: Because 2-for-1 tickets are something to get excited about.
When: Monday, September 4 through Sunday, September 17
Where: NYC
What: Sussex Sunflower Maze
Why: Check out the gorgeous blooms and enjoy the kids activities like scavenger hunts, bug safari tours, build your own scarecrow, and more.
When: Open now through September, Adults/$10, Ages 4-12/$6, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Where: Liberty Farm, Sandyston
Why: Every little kid is a farmer at this imaginative event.
When: Now through Labor Day, ages 2 to 5
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Why: Channel your inner paleontologist with dino adventures that will make you roar.
When: Now through Monday, September 4
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Why: 16th Century games, rides, arts, crafts, food, music and dance.
When: Weekends and Labor Day now through October 1, Ages 5 to 12/$12, Adults/$25
Where: Tuxedo Park, NY
Why: A modern retelling of three classic Hans Christian Andersen tales ideal for kids ages 3 to 9.
When: Now through fall 2017. Check the website for all available dates and times, kids/$8, adults/$12
Where: The Cottage at Central Park
What: Wolf Sanctuary
Why: Take a tour and watch the wolves roam their natural landscape.
When: Saturdays & Sundays, ages 4+/$11, adults/$12. Tours last 60 to 90 min.
Where: Lititz, PA
Upcoming:
Why: X marks the spot if you’re brave enough, me hearties!
When: Saturday, September 9, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., $7 for participants (Adults FREE)
Where: Robbinsville
Why: A Youth Biathlon for your little athletes.
When: Saturday, September 9, Check In at 7am, $55- $70
Where: The Indian Trail Club, Franklin Lakes
