We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: Open Bounce at Skyzone Allendale
Why: Active indoor fun for the whole fam.
When: Thursday- Saturday, check website for hours
Where: 80 Commerce Drive, Allendale
Why: Stories and songs for babies up to 2 years old.
When: Fridays from 10:30-11:30am, No registration required
Where: 49 Park Ave., Westwood
Why: Sip hot chocolate, bring your list, and meet Santa in the park.
When: Saturday, December 24, 12-3pm
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, E. Ridgewood Ave and Oak St.
What: Santa at Paramus Park
Why: Play it cool this holiday season and book your spot with Santa ahead of time.
When: Now thru December 24
Where: South Court, Paramus
Why: Because your kids and your pets both want a moment on Santa’s lap.
When: Daily now thru Christmas Eve, Santa Paws on Monday, December 19), 6-9pm
Where: Macy’s Court, Paramus
What: Lights on Evergreen
Why: Pack up the kids, put on 98.1FM, and take a drive to see this house extraordinarily lit for the holidays with over 100,000 lights.
When: Sundays-Thursdays (4:30-11pm), Fridays & Saturdays (4:30-11:30pm), Donations appreciated
Where: 38 Evergreen Place, Demarest
Why: Gaga, fun games for all ages, holiday art project, bagels, goodies, and more.
When: Sunday, December 25, 10:30am-12pm, $40 per family or $20 per child 3+, Pre-Registration required
Where: 140 Franklin Turnpike, Waldwick
Why: Enjoy the menorah lighting along with hot refreshments, children's entertainment, and arts and crafts.
When: Monday, December 26, 5pm
Where: Borough Hall, Franklin Lakes
What: Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Prudential Center
Why: Because Christmas songs set to rock music and light shows are something the kids will actually dig.
When: Monday, December 26th, 3pm and 8pm shows
Where: Prudential Center, Newark NJ
Why: Because Christmas songs set to rock music and light shows are something the kids will actually dig.
When: Monday, December 26th, 3pm and 8pm shows
Where: Prudential Center, Newark NJ
Why: Winter-themed activities are on the menu with fun on the trails, crafts, s’mores around the campfire and more.
When: Monday, December 26 thru Friday, December 30, 9am-3:30pm, Pre-K - 5th grade, Pre-Registration required, Daily $70, 5 days/$325
Where: 313 Hudson Terrace, Tenafly
Why: Enjoy downtown Ridgewood dressed up for the holidays at this menorah lighting.
When: Monday, December 26, 5:30pm
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square
What: Health Barn Holiday Break Camp
Why: Action-packed camp with extensive hands-on cooking of healthy recipes, high-energy fitness activities & yoga, creative natural arts and crafts and more!
When: Monday, December 26 thru Friday, December 30, 9am-3pm, Ages 5-12, $495 for 5 days, $325 for 3 days, $215 for 2 days, Pre-Registration required
Where: 1057 Hillcrest Rd., Ridgewood
What: Pinot’s Palette All Ages Painting
Why: Take the kids along to enjoy this activity usually enjoyed on your #GNO.
When: Daily from Monday, December 26 thru Friday, December 30, 11am-1pm, $30
Where: 25 Oak St., Ridgewood
What: Visit the Zoo Day at Bergen County Zoo
Why: A free day at the Zoo with fun activities to keep your little ones busy.
When: Tuesday, December 27, 11am-30m
Where: 216 Forest Ave., Paramus
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Ice skate at the iconic skating rink, do some holiday shopping, and eat tasty delights at this open air market.
When: Now thru March 5, 8am-10pm
Where: Between 5th & 6th Ave and 40th St. & 42nd Ave., NYC
What: NY Hall of Science Gingerbread Lane
Why: Ogle the worlds largest Gingerbread Village and learn to build your own like a pro.
When: Now thru January 15th, workshop on December 29th
Where: NY Hall of Science, 47-01 111th St, Corona NY
Why: Holiday lights, crafts, treats, games, Santa and more.
When: Friday, December 16 thru December 28, (select dates) 6-9pm, $7
Where: Point Pleasant Beach
What: Meet Curious George: Let's Get Curious Exhibit
Why: Your little monkey get curious like George as they explore key concepts in science, math, and engineering.
When: Now thru January 8, Curious George appearances are December 28th & 29th.
Where: Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd, Jersey City
What: Holiday Fun Days at the Newark Museum
Why: Create and celebrate is the name of the game this holiday season.
When: December 28th through the 31st
Where: Newark Museum, 49 Washington St, Newark
Why: Not for kids, persay, but bring them along to check out this vibrantly colored kaleidoscopic exhibit and watch them be mesmorized.
When: Now until January 15, 2017
Where: The New Museum, 235 Bowery, NYC
What: Christmas Ice Caverns
Why: NJ’s largest walk-through animated Christmas display.
When: Now thru December 24, (Mondays thru Saturday, 11am-8pm & Sundays 12-5pm)
Where: 437 US Highway 46, Fairfield
Why: Tons of kids fun with live theater, arts and crafts, and music workshops.
When: Tuesday, December 27, 11am-4pm, Adults/$10, Kids/$7
Where: 6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown
Why: Storytime with Mrs. Claus and her animal friends.
When: Friday, December 16 thru Friday, December 23, 5:30pm & 7:30pm (5:30 only Mon thru Thurs), Ages 3+ /$10
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: Take a winter stroll under the sparkling lights of over 50 winter and animal characters.
When: Now thru January 2 (on select dates), 5-9pm, FREE
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: A winter wonderland across 250 acres with an expansive model train show, kids activitites, live music and more. Check out their Bar Car nights for even more live entertainment and of course, yummy hot beverages!
When: Now thru January 16, Ages 2-12/$18, Adults/$30
Where: Bronx, NY
Why: Drive through a 1-mile course of breathtaking displays (over 2 million lights!) set to joyous holiday music and a FREE Christmas Village.
When: Now thru January 1, Check website for dates and times, $17 per carload in advance, $20 (cash only) at the gate
Where: 94 Championship Place, Augusta
Upcoming:
Why: A Chanukah celebration with sing-alongs, latkes, doughnuts, hot chocolate and more.
When: December 28, 4pm
Where: 441 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Woodcliff Lake
What: Cresskill Performing Arts Born to Perform Holiday Break Camp
Why: Dancing, theater, arts & crafts and everything your rising star will love.
When: Monday, December 26 through Friday, December 30, half day and full day available, Ages 3 and up, starts at $275 for the week, pre-registration required
Where: 300 Knickerbocker Road, Suite1100, Cresskill
Why: Dancing, theater, arts & crafts and everything your rising star will love.
When: Monday, December 26 through Friday, December 30, half day and full day available, Ages 3 and up, starts at $275 for the week, pre-registration required
Where: 300 Knickerbocker Road, Suite1100, Cresskill
Why: Gaga action, obstacle courses, tournament and more active fun over break.
When: Wednesday, December 28 & Thursday, December 29, Ages 5-12, $65 (includes lunch), pre-registration required
Where: 140 Franklin Turnpike, Waldwick
