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: Juneteenth Festival & Carnival
Why: Rides, food, music and more!
When: Thursday, June 11 thru Sunday, June 14 (Weekdays 5-10pm, Friday 5-11pm, Saturday 11am-11pm & Sunday 12-9pm)
Where: Depot Square, Demarest Ave. & Dean St., Englewood
What: IMOGA Pop Up
Why: Snag luxe kids togs at dirt cheap prices (girl sizes 4-14)
When: Now thru Saturday, June 13, 9am-6pm
Where: 303 Herbert Ave., Closter
What: Country Western Night at Demarest Farms
Why: Because when else will you be able to bull ride in Hillsdale?
When: Friday, June 12, 6:30-10:30pm
Where: 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsale
What: City Place Celebrates Hometown Heroes
Why: Celebrate the 700+ registered volunteers and donors who supported the Donation & Relief Center after the devastating fire at the Avalon in Edgewater. Enjoy live music, open air wine and food bar, and more!
When: Friday, June 12, 6-10pm
Where: City Place, 225 River Rd., Edgewater
What: Wyckoff Franklin Lakes Lap The Lake Open Water Swim
Why: Wear your wetsuit and participate in one of the 3 races to benefit the Wyckoff Family YMCA.
When: Saturday, June 13, Check in at 5:30am, Pre-Registration required
Where: Indian Trail Club, 830 Franklin Lake Rd., Franklin Lakes
What: Local Food Tasting at Abma’s Farm
Why: Sample some of the local grub sold at their market.
When: Saturday, June 13, 11am-3pm
Where: 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: Bogota Day
Why: Food, rides, beer garden, music, and more!
When: Saturday, June 13, 12-10pm, Rain Date: Sunday, June 14
Where: 162 West Main St., Bogota
What: Seasonal Scavenger Hunt at Tenafly Nature Center
Why: Compete as a team with your fam…
When: Saturday, June 13, 2-3pm, Non-member Family/$30
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Music on the Rocks Presents: An Evening of Classic Rock
Why: Bring a chair or blanket, buy snacks at the Lookout Inn, and sit amongst the stars…
When: Saturday, June 13, 7-10pm, $5, Rain Date: Sunday, June 20
Where: State Line Lookout, Alpine
What: Monster Jam at MetLife Stadium
Why: Monster trucks and a monster good time.
When: Saturday, June 13, 7pm, Tickets start at $19.65
Where: 1 Metlife Stadium Dr., East Rutherford
What: Kelly Miller Circus
Why: Check out the fun at America’s One Ring Wonder show!
When: Sunday, June 14, 12pm & 4pm, Advanced ticket prices: Ages 2-11/$6, Ages 12+/$12
Where: 605 Pascack Rd., Washington Twp.
What: 4th Annual Yoga on the Green
Why: Class is at 10am but come early and enjoy the vendors, enter exciting raffles, and more!
When: Sunday, June 14th, 10am, FREE, RSVP to yoga@jccotp.org- The first 100 RSVPS will receive a complimentary yogi swag bag!
Where: Kaplen JCC Field, 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Go Wild, Get Outside: Canoe Day at Tenafly Nature Center
Why: Enjoy a canoe ride on the pond, a family hike, live animals, and seasonal crafts.
When: Sunday, June 14, 11am-12pm, $8
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Bergen Highlands UMC Strawberry Festival
Why: Strawberries galore, live music, food, and more.
When: Sunday, June 14, 1-5pm
Where: 318 West Saddle River Rd., Upper Saddle River Rd.
What: Chef Central Kids: Sliders & Forklift Salad
Why: Using Daddy and his special day as the inspiration, a fun meal is on the menu.
When: Tuesday, June 16, 4pm, Ages 3-5, $20
Where: Chef Central, 240 Rt. 17 North, Paramus
What: Ice Cream Party at The Big Playhouse
Why: Make your own ice cream dessert at this end of year party.
When: Wednesday, June 17, 10am-12pm, Ages 6 and younger, $25 (on adult free per child), Pre-Registration required
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
If you’re heading out of Bergen…
What: 29th Annual New Jersey Seafood Festival in Belmar
Why: Keep it #JerseyStrong with fresh seafood, homemade ice cream, the “Coney Waffle”, a beer tent, wine garden, kids activities and more!
When: Friday, June 12 (4-8pm) & Saturday, June 13 (11am-8pm) & Sunday, June 14 (11am-6pm)
Where: Silver Lake Park, 5th & Ocean Ave., Belmar
What: Strawberry Harvest Festival at Alstede Farms
Why: Strawberry everything at this family fun filled event.
When: Saturday, June 13, 11am-5pm
Where: 1 Alstede Farms, Chester
What: Dino Days at The Delaware River Railroad Excursions
Why: A dinosaur show, meet & greet with Davey the Dino, a steam train ride, 40’ bouncy course and even more!
When: Saturday, June 13 & Sunday, June 14, $6-$22, Rides at 10am, 11:15am, 12:30pm & 1:45pm both days
Where: Phillipsburg, NJ
What: New City Street Fair
Why: Go see the stilt walker, balloon sculptor, bounce houses, rides, vendors, and much more.
When: Sunday, June 14, 10am-5pm
Where: Main St., New City
Upcoming:
What: State Fair Meadowlands
Why: 17 days of family fun at the largest fair in the New York area.
When: Friday, June 19 thru Sunday, July 5, check schedule for ticket prices and fair times.
Where: 1 Metlife Stadium Dr., East Rutherford
What: Summer Solstice Celebration at Stone Barns Center
Why: It’s a family affair with square dancing, a fire pit, evening field tours, live music, seasonal food and more!
When: Friday, June 19, 5-9pm, 16+/$20, 2-5/$10
Where: 630 Bedford Rd., Pocantico Hills, NY
