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We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Fun festivities include dragon dances, cultural crafts, and so much more.
When: Saturday January 25, 1:30-3 pm
Where: Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Maple Sugaring
Why: Maple sugaring season is here! Get an up-close view of how sap turns to syrup.
When: Now through March 16, 11:30 am and 1 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, Tenafly
What: Artisan Market
Why: Take a shopping stop and browse local vendor for one-of-a-kind gifts.
When: Saturday January 25, 12-7 pm
Where: Bergen Town Center, Paramus
What: Hawaiian Luau Pool Party
Why: It's cold outside but hot in here thanks to this island fun day. Aloha!
When: Saturday January 25, 11 am-12 pm, 12:30-1:30 pm
Where: Wyckoff YMCA, Wyckoff
What: Ridgewood Unplugged 2025
Why: Enjoy a night of music from around the world.
When: Fridays and Saturday, January 24-January 25, January 31-February 1, 7:30-9:30 pm
Where: The Hermitage, Ho-Ho-Kus
If You're Heading Out of Bergen:
Why: Take a skate around the outdoor rink with a view.
When: Now through Sunday March 2, 10 am-9:30 pm Fridays and Saturdays, 10 am-7:30 pm Sundays
Where: Bear Mountain Ice Rink, Tomkins Cove, NY
Why: Comic creators unite at this two-day event featuring your faves.
When: Saturday January 25, 10 am-5 pm-Sunday January 26, 10 am-3 pm
Where: The Sussex County Fairgrounds, Augusta
Why: Check out an afternoon of performances, Asian cuisine, crafts, and more festive fun.
When: Saturday January 25, 11 am-3 pm
Where: Montclair Art Museum, Montclair
Why: Come out for a magical show of eye-popping illusions.
When: Saturday January 25, 3 pm and 7:30 pm
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown
Why: Think pink as everyone's favorite pink-loving heroine hits the stage.
When: Sunday January 26, 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown
What: Monster Jam
Why: This action-packed night brings monster-sized, truck-loving fun.
When: Friday January 24-Sunday January 26, check schedule for times
Where: Prudential Center, Newark
Why: A musical night for families to celebrate the Year of the Snake.
When: Saturday January 25, 7:30 pm
Where: NJPAC, Newark
Upcoming Events:
What: 2025 Lunar New Year Gala
Why: Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a classical concert that honors the culture.
When: Friday January 31, 2-6 pm
Where: American Dream, East Rutherford
Why: You need to calm down and grab your tix to this T-Swift-filled night of hits and lights.
When: Friday January 31, 7:30 pm
Where: bergenPAC, Englewood