We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
What: Oakland Carnival
Why: Grab your wristband for unlimited rides and unlimited fun.
When: Wednesday June 12-Saturday June 15, 6-10 pm
Where: 20 Lawlor Dr., Oakland
What: Juneteenth Celebration
Why: Celebrate with festivities throughout the weekend.
When: Thursday June 13-Sunday June 16, check schedule for daily times
Where: Demarest Ave and Dean St., Englewood
Why: Have a bite to eat, treat yourself to shopping, and enjoy live performances.
When: Saturday June 15, 11 am-5 pm
Where: 300 Market St., Elmwood Park
What: Open Cockpit Days
Why: Jump into the pilot's seat and pretend to take flight in a number of aircraft.
When: Saturday June 15, 10:30 am-4 pm
Where: New Jersey Aviation Hall of Fame, 400 Fred Wehran Dr., Teterboro
Why: Kids ages 3 to 8 can bring dad for this sweet Father's Day event.
When: Saturday June 15, 1-1:45 pm
Where: Northern Valley Sports Academy, 100 Oakland Ave., Closter
Why: Sweet and savory BBQ food trucks galore plus live racing.
When: Saturday June 15, 5-11 pm
Where: 1 Racetrack Dr., East Rutherford
What: Summer Family Hike
Why: Grab the fam and your camera for a guided walk through the nature trails.
When: Sunday June 16, 11 am-1 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Magical Meet & Greets
Why: Visit Belle's Village Party at this weekly princess-inspired event fit for royalty.
When: Sundays through July 28, 1-2 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
If You're Heading Out of Bergen:
What: St. Anthony's Feast
Why: Bring the fam for loads of food and plenty of rides for kids and adults.
When: Wednesday June 12-Saturday June 15, 6-10 pm
Where: 276 Diamond Bridge Ave., Hawthorne
Why: Meet the animals, walk around the farm, and enjoy a day out.
When: Saturday June 15, 10 am-1 pm
Where: 171 Grove St., Clifton
What: PYO Strawberries
Why: Strawberry season is back with delicious berries and more farm fun.
When: Now through Sunday June 16, 9 am-6 pm
Where: Ort Farms, 25 Bartley Rd., Long Valley
Why: Explore the world of Barbie as you try out a variety of careers in the eyes of the iconic doll.
When: Now through Monday September 2, 10 am- 5 pm
Where: Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City
What: U-Pick Lavender
Why: Visit the farm for lavender and raspberry picking, plus plenty of photo opps.
When: Open for the season
Where: Happy Day Farm, 106 Iron Ore Rd., Manalapan
Upcoming Events:
What: Meadowlands State Fair
Why: The massive annual fair is back with live entertainment, rides, and games galore.
When: Thursday June 20-Sunday July 7, check schedule for daily times
Where: State Fair Meadowlands, 1 MetLife Stadium Dr., East Rutherford
What: Pride Day at the Zoo
Why: Celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community with music, activities, food trucks, and more.
When: Sunday June 23, 10 am-4 pm
Where: 216 Forest Ave., Paramus
