We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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Events Not to Miss:
What: Free Food Friday at BounceU
Why: A bounce party followed by complimentary pizza and drinks.
When: Friday, January 22, 3:30-5:15pm, FREE, Pre-Registration Required
Where: 70 Eisenhower Dr., Paramus
What: Saturday Night Zumba Fitness Party at JCC on the Palisades
Why: Shake your money maker at this fun high-energy class.
When: Saturday, January 23, 7:30-8:45pm, FREE
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Ultimate Chef Bergen County: Round 2
Why: Get a taste of top local chefs battling it out.
When: Saturday, January 23, 11am
Where: Chef Central Paramus, 240 Rt. 17 North, Paramus
What: Pajama Movie Night
Why: Head out for some fun while your kid enjoys a movie and snacks.
When: Saturday, January 23, 7:30-9:30pm, Grades 3-5, $20
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Snow Tubing at Campgaw Mountain
Why: Have some active wintery fun right here in Bergen.
When: Saturday, January 23 & Sunday, January 24, $26 for 2 hour session
Where: 200 Campgaw Rd., Mahwah
What: Night Hike at The Closter Nature Center
Why: A nighttime hike, then warm up with a campfire and hot cocoa.
When: Saturday, January 23, 7-8:30pm, FREE
Where: 154 Ruckman Rd., Closter
What: Acting Up Performing Arts Center Grand Opening
Why: Face painting, sing-a-longs, food, games, giveaways and more.
When: Saturday, January 23, 1-4pm, FREE
Where: 283 Livingston St., Northvale
What: The Wonderful Things You Will Be Storytime
Why: Enjoy storytime and activities with the kids.
When: Saturday, January 23, 11am, FREE
Where: Barnes and Noble, The Shops at Riverside, Hackensack
What: Celebrate! Party Showcase
Why: Give yourself some help planning your Bar/Bat Mitzvah or Sweet 16.
When: Sunday, January 24, 12-4pm, Pre-Registration recommended
Where: Park Ridge Marriott, 300 Brae Boulevard, Park Ridge
What: Tiny Crafters Arts & Crafts
Why: Babies 12-36 months get crafty.
When: Sunday, January 24, 10:30am, 4 week session $100 (other packages available), Pre-Registration Required
Where: My Kinder Club, 880 River Rd., 2nd Fl., Edgewater
What: Swim Team Open House & Swim Meet
Why: A great way to keep your kids active in the winter months and work with experienced coaches to improve their swimming skills in a fun environment.
When: Wednesday, January 27, 6:30pm; perfect for kids ages 5 - 12 years old
Where: Goldfish Swim School Wyckoff, 327 Franklin Avenue, Wyckoff
If you’re heading out of Bergen…
What: The Velveteen Rabbit at The New Victory Theater
Why: See the classic tale about love, loss, and growing up live.
When: Friday, January 22 thru January 31, Ages 6+, Tickets start at $19
Where: 209 W. 42nd St., NYC
What: LC Kids Winter Warm-Up
Why: It’s an indoor party for the whole family with dancing, ice sculptures, and movies.
When: Saturday, January 23, 12-6pm, FREE
Where: Lincoln Center, NYC
What: Laurita Ice Sculpture Festival
Why: A family-friendly winter wonderland event.
When: Saturday, January 23 & Sunday, January24, 11am-7pm
Where: 85 Archertown Rd., New Egypt
What: Monster Jam at Prudential Center
Why: The famous action-packed event is back.
When: Saturday, January 23 (2 & 7:30pm) & Sunday, January 24 (2pm), Tickets start at $20
Where: 25 Lafayette St., Newark
What: Heroes & Villains Fan Fest
Why: Immerse yourself in the world of superheroes & villains and meet your fav celebrities.
When: Saturday, January 23 & Sunday, January 24, Tickets start at $35, 10 and under FREE
Where: Meadowlands Exposition Center, Secaucus
What: NYC Restaurant Week
Why: Head to the city and enjoy delicious 3 course meals at participating restos.
When: Now thru Friday, February 5
Where: Participating restaurants, NYC
What: Windells On The Road at Mountain Creek
Why: Professional coaching, awesome activities, and a little taste of the “funnest” place on earth.
When: Saturday, January 23 & Sunday, January 24
Where: 200 Route 94, Vernon
What: Hudson Restaurant Week
Why: Dishing out the deals along the Hudson.
When: Monday, January 25 thru Thursday, February 5
Where: Participating Restaurants
What: Munchkin Monday at Palisades Center
Why: Take your littles to a magic show.
When: Monday, January 25, 11am-12pm, FREE
Where: 1000 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack, NY
Upcoming:
What: Children’s Museum of Manhattan Sunday Funday
Why: Make your #sundayfunday memorable with bounce houses, obstacle courses, creative workshops, sports celebrities and more at this special family event.
When: Sunday, January 31, 10:30am-2pm, $75 per ticket, 12 months and under FREE
Where: Pier Sixty at Chelsea Piers, NYC
What: Snow Tubing at Campgaw Mountain
Why: Hosted by Kaplan JCC on the Palisades, a fun trip and active night of snow tubing for teens.
When: Saturday, February 6, 6:45-10:30pm, Register by January 29, $45
Where: Campgaw, Mahwah
What: Sid the Science Kid at Liberty Science Center
Why: Sid brings his awesome curiosity (and his Super Fab Lab!) to LSC.
When: Saturday, February 6 thru May 15
Where: Liberty Science Center, Jersey City
