We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
What: Author Jennifer Weiner
Why: The New York Times Bestselling author chats about her hottest summer read That Summer.
When: Thursday July 22, 6 pm
Where: Books and Greetings, 271G Livingston St., Northvale
Why: Summer fun at this carnival with entertainment for all ages.
When: Now through Sunday July 25, check schedule for daily times
Where: Overpeck Park, 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
What: BBQ Nights
Why: A tasty night of delish BBQ and live music on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30-8:30 pm
Where: Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale
What: Dino Safari
Why: Travel back in time as the dinos take over Bergen County in this prehistoric drive-through experience.
When: Friday July 16-Sunday August 8, 10 am-9 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, West Parking Lot, 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Pick Your Own Peaches
Why: PYO peaches is back on farm, and summer never tasted so good.
When: Now open, 9 am-3 pm
Where: Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale
If you're heading out of Bergen:
Why: High-flying fun includes concerts, entertainment and plenty of hot air balloons.
When: Friday July 23-Sunday July 25, check schedule for daily times
Where: Solberg Airport, Readington
Why: Farm fun bring food trucks, games and live music
When: Saturday July 24, 11 am-7 pm
Where: Donaldson Farms, 358 Allen Rd., Hackettstown
What: Sunflower Festival
Why: Come for the weekend festival or pick your own during the week.
When: Saturday July 24-Sunday August 8, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Stony Hill Farms, 15 North Road, Chester
What: Pizza Farm Family Tour
Why: Walk the farm and make your own pizza.
When: Saturday July 24, 11 am
Where: Ort Farms, 25 Bartley Road, Long Valley
What: The Orange County Fair
Why: Live shows, rides, music food and entertainment for all ages.
When: Now through Sunday August 1, check schedule for times
Where: 239 Wisner Ave., Middletown
What: Butterfly Tent Safari
Why: Fly over to see live butterflies and and butterfly-themed activities.
When: Now through Saturday July 31, 12-3 pm
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621A Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland
What: Sunflower Picking
Why: Sunflower and zinnia season has begun, so bring your camera for Insta-worthy shots.
When: Now through Saturday August 14
Where: Happy Day Farm, 106 Iron Ore Rd., Manalapan
What: Family Ag Day
Why: Family fun activities, music, animals, ice cream making and more.
When: Sundays July 25, August 8, August 22, September 12, September 26, 9 am-1 pm
Where: Van Riper Hopper Museum, 533 Berdan Ave., Wayne
Why: Explore the legendary author's animals with live shows, music, games and much more.
When: Now through Sunday August 29, advance reservations required
Where: Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx
Upcoming:
Why: Come out for a day of fun and raising money for special needs kids.
When: Monday August 2, 8 am-9 pm
Where: Montammy Golf Club, Alpine
