We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
Why: This family-fun event brings games and rides for all ages.
When: Now through Friday August 11, 5:30 pm, Saturday August 12, 3 pm
Where: The Forum School, 107 Wyckoff Ave., Waldwick
What: U-Dig Potatoes
Why: The yearly tradition on the farm is back with potato picking and more fun.
When: Saturday August 12, 9 am-12 pm
Where: Abmas Farm, 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: Wine Festival
Why: Music, eats, and sips from local wineries.
When: Saturday August 12-Sunday August 13, 12-5 pm
Where: Demarest Farms, 244 Werimus Rd., Hillsdale
Why: This engaging and educational show mixes fun with science, and adds a splash of combustion.
When: Saturday August 12, 11 am and 1 pm
Where: Bergen Town Center, Route 4 East and Forest Ave., Paramus
What: Summer Craft Show
Why: Shop, stroll, and keep 'em happy at this show full of creativity.
When: Saturday August 12, 10 am-5 pm
Where: The Hermitage, 335 Frankin Tpke., Ho-Ho-Kus
Why: More than 20 tasty trucks are rolling in, plus kids' events and more.
When: Sunday August 13, 11 am-7 pm
Where: Paramus Park, 700 Paramus Park, Paramus
Why: Keep summer fun going with this family fair with fun for all ages.
When: Tuesday August 15-Saturday August 19, check schedule for daily times
Where: 29 N Washington Ave., Bergenfield
What: Bergen County Fair
Why: Wristband nights plus rides, games, and entertainment.
When: Wednesday August 16-Sunday August 20, Wednesday-Friday, 5-10 pm, Saturday-Sunday, 2-10 pm
Where: 199 Challenger Rd., Ridgefield Park
What: Pickleball at the Rink
Why: The Rink at American Dream transforms into the hottest growing sport, so you can reserve your paddle time.
When: Now through Tuesday August 18
Where: American Dream, 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford
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:
What: A Day Out With Thomas
Why: All aboard for a day of games, creative fun, and exploration with Thomas the Tank Engine.
When: Friday August 11-Sunday August 13, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Delaware River Railroad Excursions, Phillipsburg, NJ
Why: The trains are rolling into this massive show with model displays, activites, and more.
When: Saturday August 12-Sunday August 13, 10 am-4 pm
Where: New Jersey Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison
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:
Why: Travel down the fairy trail and create a mini home of your own.
When: Sunday August 20, 2-3:30 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly