We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Rides, food, games and fun.
When: Thursday, July 7- Sunday, July 10, 6-10pm
Where: Overpeck County Park, Leonia
Why: Finger lickin' good grub on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30- 8:30pm
Where: 244 Weirimus Rd., Hillsdale
Why: This gorgeous oyster schooner visits Alpine just once a year, and you don’t want to miss it. Snag tickets now before they sell out!
When: Thursday, July 7 thru Sunday, July 10, check the website for sail times, $52-$78 (Children’s Sail on Friday, July 8)
Where: Alpine Boat Basin, Alpine
What: River Vale Farmers Market
Why: Stock up on fresh, local produce and more.
When: Thursdays, July thru October, 12pm-6pm,
Where: River Vale Town Hall Parking Lot, 406 Rivervale Rd., River Vale
Why: Little future drivers get behind the wheels of awesome service vehicles.
When: Friday, July 8, 1:15-3:15pm, FREE
Where: 500 W. Crescent Ave., Allendale
What: Finding Dory at Barnes & Noble
Why: Kids of all ages will have fun going on a scavenger hunt to find dory, plus other actvities and giveaways.
When: Friday, July 8, 7pm, FREE
Where: At select Barnes & Noble locations
Why: Kids of all ages will have fun going on a scavenger hunt to find dory, plus other actvities and giveaways.
When: Friday, July 8, 7pm, FREE
Where: At select Barnes & Noble locations
Why: High energy pop concert for little ones.
When: Saturday, July 9, Hourly shows starting at 10am, 11am, 12pm & 1pm, FREE
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Macy’s Court
What: Movies and Music Under the Stars
Why: Enjoy a warm summer night listening to music and watching The Peanuts movie.
When: Saturday, July 9, music runs 7-8:30pm and movie starts at sundown, FREE
Where: Fort Lee Community Center, 1355 Inwood Terrace, Fort Lee
What: Two Fit Moms Yoga and Wellness Retreat
Why: Eat, shop and enjoy a yoga sesh with Instagram superstars Masumi Goldman and Laura Kasperzak of Two Fit Moms plus snag some free swag.
When: Sunday, July 10, 10am-4pm,$100, Registration required
Where: Real Hot Yoga Englewood, 88 Engle Street, Englewood
What: Field Station Dinosaurs
Why: The Dinos are back and at their new home in Bergen.
When: Now thru September 5, Tuesdays thru Sundays
Where: 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
What: State Fair Meadowlands
Why: Tons of family fun at the largest fair in the New York area.
When: Now thru Sunday, July 10, check schedule for ticket prices and fair times.
Where: 1 Metlife Stadium Dr., East Rutherford
Why: Play games, participate in great activities, and explore the forest.
When: Sunday, July 10, 2-3:30pm, $8, Ages 5+, Pre-Registration required
Where: 443 Van Nostrand Ave., Englewood
What: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Yoga on the Lawn
Why: An outdoor yoga sesh held in collaboration with Kula for Karma to get your Sunday going.
When: Sunday, July 10, 9-10am, FREE, RSVP needed
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Sea Glass Hunt
Why: Bring something to carry your collected treasures home after this fun hike.
When: Sunday, July 10, 10-11:30am, $5 for parking
Where: Alpine Picnic Area & Boat Basin, Alpine
Why: Watch “Mr. Peabody & Sherman” for FREE with the kiddos! Get there early to snag a spot.
When: Tuesday, July 12 & Wednesday, July 13, 10am, FREE
Where: Bow Tie theaters (Closter, Washington Twp. & Hoboken)
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: The turtles and their underground lair make the first stop of their national tour.
When: Now thru September 5
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Why: Enjoy a train ride on Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hat, music, jugglers, family fun activities and so much more!
When: July 8-10 and 15-17, 10am-6pm, Tickets start at $21, purchase tickets here
Where: 100 Elizabeth Street, Phillipsburg, NJ
Why: Because The Princess Bride is a classic.
When: Thursday, July 7, $10-18
Where: 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton
What: Finding Dory at Barnes & Noble
Why: Kids of all ages will have fun going on a scavenger hunt to find dory, plus other actvities and giveaways.
When: Friday, July 8, 7pm, FREE
Where: The Palisades Center, 4416 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack
Why: Kids of all ages will have fun going on a scavenger hunt to find dory, plus other actvities and giveaways.
When: Friday, July 8, 7pm, FREE
Where: The Palisades Center, 4416 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack
What: Nyack Street Fair
Why: Music, vendors, games, and more.
When: Sunday, July 10, 10am-5pm
Where: Downtown Nyack, NY
Why: Games, rides, petting zoo, and more!
When: Now thru July 10, Ages 3+/$6, Online discount tickets available
Where: West Nyack, NY
Why: A fun day learning about North American animals.
When: Saturday, July 9, 11am-2pm
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: Summertime activities get vintage.
When: Saturday, July 9, 11am-4pm, $7 Child, $10 Adult
Where: 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown
Why: Celebrate the yummy summer fruit.
When: Saturday and Sunday, July 9 and 10, 10:30-4pm
Where: 3 Circle Dr., Robbinsville
What: Summer Movie Express
Why: Watch “Pan” or “The Smurfs 2” for $1.
When: Tuesday, July 12 & Wed, July 13, 10am
Where: Regal Nanuet Stadium, Nanuet, NY
Why: Live music, farm stand, kids activities, lawn games, and more at this BYO urban farm picnic.
When: Every Wednesday in July & August, 5pm
Where: 171 Grove St., Clifton
What: Laurita Winery Farm to Table Sunset Dinner
Why: Gourmet, locally-sourced food and winemaker selected reserve, enjoyed in one of the most beautiful settings in NJ.
When: Thursday, July 14, 7-9 pm
Where: 85 Archertown Rd., New Egypt
Upcoming:
What: Oasis Pirate Adventure
Why: Come dressed like a pirate and search through different fun areas to find hidden treasure.
When: Saturday and Sunday, July 16 and 17, 10am-2pm, $14.95 per participant (adults and non-participants are free)
Where: Oasis Family Farm, 3 Circle Dr., Robbinsville
