We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: The Original Harlem GlobetrottersWhy: Pint sized ballers will love seeing the Original Harlem Globetrotters in action for some real family fun.
When: Friday, February 17 at 7pm, purchase tickets here or CLICK HERE for a chance to win 4 tickets!
Where: Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette Street, Newark
What: Frozen Sing Along
Why: Dress up and join Elsa and Anna as they lead the audience in this fun movie screening.
When: Sunday, February 12 at 1pm and 4pm, purchase tickets here or CLICK HERE for your last chance to win 4 tickets!
Where: bergenPAC, 30 N Van Brunt St, Englewood
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Share mailed sweets baked with love in support of Zimele USA.
When: Friday, February 10-13, Check website for options
Where: Zimele USA, 291 S. Van Brunt St., Ste. 4, Englewood
Why: Have some active wintery fun right here in Bergen.
When: 7 days a week, $21-$26, Check schedule for times
Where: 200 Campgaw Rd., Mahwah
Why: A sweet time with your little one.
When: Fridays, 10:30am-11am, Babies- Age 2, FREE
Where: 49 Park Ave., Westwood
What: Chocolate Dipping at PBKids
Why: Chocolate dipped yummy snacks for Valentine's Day.
When: Saturday, February 11, 12pm, Ages 4+, FREE, Pre-Reigstration Required
Where: Pottery Barn Kids, Riverside Square, Hackensack
Why: Nighttime snow tubing for the win.
When: Saturday, February 11, 7:30-10:30pm, $45, Pre-Registration Required
Where: Mahwah
Why: It’s a yummy crepe party.
When: Saturday, February 11, 10am, Ages 8-13, $30
Where: Williams Sonoma, Riverside Square, Hackensack
Why: Live animals sweethearts and solving nature riddles with the squad.
When: Saturday, February 11, 12-1:30pm, $12 & 2-3pm, $30 per family (both activities ages 4+)
Where: 313 Hudson Terrace, Tenafly
Why: It’s baby/toddler-palooza at this high-energy, popular 45 minute playtime.
When: Every Saturday this month, 10:15am (up until 23 months)& 11am(ages 2-4), FREE
Where: 100 Ridge Rd., Mahwah
Why: Your pre-schoolers chance to enjoy this awesome trampoline park.
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 9-10am, Tuesdays thru Thursdays, 10am-2pm, $10
Where: 80 Commerce Dr., Allendale
Why: Boil down sap to make fresh, warm maple syrup. #yummy
When: Sunday, February 12, 2-3pm,3:30-4:30, $22 (Parent & Child)
Where: 313 Hudson Terrace, Tenafly
What: Love Trees for Mommy and Me
Why: Get painting with your sweetie.
When: Sunday, February, 10:30am-12pm, Ages 7+, $25
Where: Painting with a Twist, 200 Rock Rd., Glen Rock
Why: An adorbs class that will have your cutie pie decorating like Kara herself.
When: Sunday, February 12, 11am-12pm, $35, Ages 6-12, Pre-Registration required 201-485-8889
Where: 799 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes
Why: Make a homemade box and fill it with special bakery treats.
When: Monday, February 13, 3-6pm, $15, Pre-Registration Required
Where: 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: Valentine's Day with Hello Kitty at The Big Playhouse
Why: Open play and a visit from the adorable Hello Kitty herself.
When: Tuesday, February 14, 10am-12pm, $28, Pre-Registration Required
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: The author of the popular Cam Jansen series signs his new book “Cam Jansen and the Wedding Cake Mystery”
When: Wednesday, February 15, 4pm
Where: 271G Livingston Street, Northvale
Why: Stories, crafts, and games with your favorite animal friend who gets to stay at the library for the night.
When: Wednesday, February 15, 4-5pm, Pre-K-2nd grade, FREE
Where: 49 Park Ave., Westwood
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Snag tickets now to check out this incredible ice sculpture extravaganza (plus a kids ice slide, ice carousel, candy story and more!) with a fun carnival theme.
When: Now thru Sunday, February 26, Adults/$20, Kids/$15
Where: 94 Championship Place, Augusta
Why: Workout stations, inflatables, and music keep your kid active during this winter month.
When: Every Saturday in February, Ages 3-10, 10am-12:30pm, FREE
Where: 50 Oakwood Ave., North Haledon
What: NYC Restaurant Week
Why: Enjoy amazing NYC #eeeeats at very un-NYC prices.
When: Now thru February 10, Lunch/$29, Dinner/$42
Where: Participating restos
What: Butterfly Conservatory
Why: You can pre-book or just wing it for this fascinating exhibit which lets you walk through a world of live butterflies.
When: Now thru May 28
Where: American Museum of Natural History, NYC
Why: Skate at this outdoor rink.
When: Now thru March 5, Open at Mondays, Tuesday, Friday-Sundays, Always check the schedule for times and availability, Adults/$5, Ages 4-11/$4
Where: Bear Mountain, NY
Why: Because, so cute.
When: Saturday, February 11 (10am-9pm), Monday, February 13 & Tuesday, February 14, (8am-4pm) (check the schedule for different events), Child/$10-$20, Adult/$35
Where: The Piers, 92 & 94, 711 12th Ave., NYC
What: Ice Castles
Why: If you're looking for a winter weekend getaway w the kids, look no further. Over an acre of frozen ice walls, tunnels, towers, and archways that would make Elsa proud are waiting for you in New Hampshire.
When: Now thru Saturday, February 11, Ages 4+/$8.95, Ages 12+/$12.95
Where: 64 Railroad St., Lincoln, NH
Why: Take a much needed date night while your kiddo enjoys open play, arts and crafts, and pizza.
When: Saturday, February 11 & Tuesday, February 14, 2 hr/$30 or 3 hr/$40, Ages 2+, Pre-Registration required
Where: 1140 Maxwell Lane, Hoboken
Why: Ice-carving artists turn ice into a glistening replica of one of the Park’s most beloved statues. When: Saturday, February 11, 3-7pm
Where: Central Park Naumburg Bandshell, NYC
Why: Decorate and make cupcakes and desert pizza.
When: Sunday, February 12, 2-4pm, $40, Ages 6+, Must book by Feb 5
Where: Polkadot Cupcake Shop, 473 Centre St., Nutley
Why: An afternoon at this kids museum with dinosaurs, rocks, and minerals.
When: Sunday, February 12, 1pm-4pm, Ages 3-9, $3 donation
Where: The People Care Center, 120 Finderne Ave., Bridgewater
Why: Arts and Crafts for the little ones.
When: Monday, February 13, 11am-12pm, FREE, Pre-Registration Required
Where: Palisades Center Mall, W. Nyack, NY
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
Upcoming:
Why: Bites, shopping, champs, and the girls.
When: Thursday, February 16, 7-9pm
Where: 35 S. Van Brunt St., Englewood
Why: Don’t miss your chance to see this action packed event that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
When: Friday, February 17, 7pm, Tickets start a $25
Where: Prudential Center, Newark
Why: The Dance Moms star signs her new book “The Maddie Diaries”.
When: Thursday, March 9, 6pm, (Reserve your book in advance)
Where: 211 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
