We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Sponsored Post: Mondays don’t have the best reputation, but Palisades Center is giving the maligned weekday something to be proud of now that its Munchkin Monday Summer Concert Series has returned, offering free, kid-focused musical shows two Monday afternoons a month. Each will feature some of the area’s most popular children’s performers ranging in style from country to rock as well as popular children’s hits. (You know what they are.) This month, the events – which will also include prizes and treats for your mini crooners – are set to take place on July 10 and 24 at 11am in the East Court on Level 1 near H&M and Uniqlo ... which means you can get your shopping on after you’re done singing along. (Get your Munchkin Monday VIP card here. Munchkin Monday Summer Concert Series, Palisades Center, 1000 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, New York)
Events Not to Miss:
What: Zoo Flix After Dark Family Night: We Bought A Zoo
Why: Nothing like outdoor movies and popcorn to ring in summer.
When: Friday, July 7, 8:30pm-11pm, FREE, BYO Chair/Blanket
Where: Van Saun County Park, 216 Forest Ave, Paramus
Why: Little chefs cooking on the farm.
When: Friday, July 7, 11am-12:30pm, $15, Ages 7-12, Pre-Registration required
Where: 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: Field Station Dinosaurs
Why: The Dinos are back and better than ever!
When: Check website for summer hours and special events.
Where: Overpeck County Park, 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
Why: Big Band music and Rogue One under the stars.
When: Saturday, July 8, Music 7-8:30pm, Movie at Sunset, FREE
Where: Fort Lee Community Center, Fort Lee
What: Mad Science Summer Camp
Why: High energy demonstration of fun, education and science for kids of all ages.
When: Every Wednesday & Saturday until August 30, 11am-12pm, FREE, VIP packages available for $10
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Level 2 by Macy’s and Ruby Tuesday
Why: Have fun with learning how animals adapt to life in the wild woods.
When: Sunday, July 9, 2:30-3:30pm, Ages 4+/$5
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
Why: Because plant alien invasions are among us.
When: Sunday, July 9, 3-4pm, $5, Ages 8+, Pre-Registration required
Where: 443 Van Nostrand Ave., Englewood
Why: Escape the heat with a FREE summer flick.
When: Tuesdays & Wednesday until August 16, 10am
Where: Bow Tie theaters (Closter, Washington Twp. & Hoboken)
Why: Grab snacks for the kids, rosé for the adults, and enjoy Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.
When: Wednesday, July 12, sundown
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, Ridgewood
What: Demarest Summer Concert Series
Why: Listen to the Beatles cover band "London Calling".
When: Wednesday, July 12, 7:30pm
Where: Demarest Duck Pond Gazebo
Why: Finger lickin' good #eeeeats on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30- 8:30pm
Where: 244 Weirimus Rd., Hillsdale
Why: Catch a beautiful ride on this gorgeous oyster schooner.
When: Thursday, July 13 thru Sunday, July 16, check the website for sail times and prices
Where: Alpine Boat Basin, Alpine
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Every little kid is a farmer at this imaginative event.
When: Now through Labor Day, Ages 2-5
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
What: Garden State Comic Fest
Why: Meet your favorite Superheroes.
When: Saturday, July 8 & Sunday, July 9, 10am-6pm, One Day Pass starts at $25, Kids under 11 are FREE
Where: William G. Mennen Sports Arena, Morristown
Why: Games, rides, petting zoo, and more!
When: Now thru Sunday, July 9, Ages 3+/$7, Various online discount tickets available
Where: West Nyack, NY
Why: Let your child’s imagination run wild at this special arts event.
When: Sunday, July 9, 1-3pm, Ages 5+
Where: Storm King Art Center, New Windsor, NY
Why: Pick blueberries on the farm.
When: Saturday, July 8, 11am-5pm, Adults/$14, 2+/$9
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Ln., Chester
What: Nyack Street Fair
Why: A children's area, #eeeeats, vendors, crafts and more.
When: Sunday July 9,10am - 5pm
Where: Downtown Nyack, NY
Why: A modern retelling of three classic Hans Christian Andersen tales ideal for kids ages 3-9.
When: Now thru Fall 2017, Check the website for all available dates and times, Kids/$8, Adults/$12
Where: The Cottage at Central Park
Why: Dress like a pirate and set your sail to the Hudson Valley where games, adventures and treasures await!
When: Weekends now through August 26 & 27, 9:30-10:30am (entry every 15 min), Online admission: Adults/$12, Ages 3-17/$6, At the door: $14 & $8
Where: Philipsburg Manor, Sleepy Hollow, NY
What: Summer Movie Express
Why: $1 movies for kids and a break from the heat.
When: Tuesdays & Wednesdays through August 23, 10am
Where: Regal Nanuet Stadium, Nanuet, NY
Upcoming:
Why: Beautiful views, incredible food trucks, wine tastings, kids activities, and more.
When: Saturday, July 15 & Sunday, July 16, 11am-7pm, Adults/$8, Kids/FREE
Where: 85 Archertown Rd., New Egypt
Why: Because, Food Trucks.
When: Saturday, July 22, 11am-6pm, $5, Kids under 5 are FREE
Where: The Hermitage, 335. N. Franklin Turnpike, Hohokus
