We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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GIVEAWAY: ENTER TO WIN NOW!What: Gazillion Bubble Show
Why: Kids of all ages will be mesmerized by mind blowing bubble magic, lasers, lights and more!
When: Now-July 31st, performance days and times vary, tickets start at $45 with the exclusive discount code GBPOP101 purchase tickets here or click here to win a family 4-pack of VIP tickets.
Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street (between 8th and 9th Ave), NYC
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Rides, food, music and more!
When: Now thru Sunday, June 19 (Weekdays 5-10pm, Friday 5-11pm, Saturday 11am-11pm & Sunday 12-9pm)
Where: Depot Square, Demarest Ave. & Dean St., Englewood
What: Montvale Day in the Park
Why: Kid’s fishing contest, rides, live music, pie eating contests, fireworks and more.
When: Saturday, June 18, 9am- 8:30pm (Check schedule for different events and times)
Where: Huff Pond, Montvale
Why: An adorable magical day at the Farm for the little ones.
When: Saturday, June 18, 11am-3pm
Where: 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
Why: Giant Slide, Waffles de Lys Belgian Waffles, Balloons, Massages, Health Screenings and more
When: Saturday, June 18, 10am-1pm, Free
Where: 99 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: Hubby and the kids learn how to make a scrumptious meal on Dad’s special day
When: Saturday, June 18, 10:30am, Ages 3-10, $50
Where: Chef Central, 240 Rt. 17 N., Paramus
Why: A Kids Fun Zone, live music, bounce house and much more.
When: Saturday, June 18, 11am-2pm
Where: River Road, Fair Lawn
Why: The award-winning baseball analyst signs his book “Game 7, 1986.”
When: Saturday. June 18, 4pm
Where: 271G Livingston St., Northvale
What: Field Station Dinosaurs
Why: The Dinos are back and at their new home in Bergen.
When: Saturday & Sundays thru June 26, 10am-6pm, then Tuesdays thru Sundays, June 28 thru September 5
Where: 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
Why: Bring Dad to swim for free on his special day.
When: Sunday, June 19, 1-5pm, FREE for Dad with the purchase of a $10 guest pass
Where: 140 Tillman St., Westwood
What: Hillsdale Art in the Park
Why: Local artisans selling their wares.
When: Sunday, June 19
Where: Veterans’ Park, Hillsdale
Why: Send the kids to have quality time with Pops outdoors with a 90 minute hike and an outdoor breakfast at the JCC.
When: Sunday, June 19, 8:30am-11:30am, Ages 8+, FREE, RSVP to htal@jccotp.org
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Lobster Grill
Why: Amazing NYC views while enjoying fresh, delicious lobster and so much more.
When: Sunday, June 19, seatings at 1pm and 4pm, $288 for a 8-person table, to purchase tickets email info@pier13hoboken.com
Where: Pier 13, 1301 Sinatra Dr, Hoboken
What: State Fair Meadowlands
Why: Tons of family fun at the largest fair in the New York area.
When: Thursday, June 23 thru Sunday, July 10, check schedule for ticket prices and fair times.
Where: 1 Metlife Stadium Dr., East Rutherford
Why: Finger lickin' good grub on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30- 8:30pm
Where: 244 Weirimus Rd., Hillsdale
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Meet the zoo’s newest ambassadors- giraffes!
When: Weekends thru July 4
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: Celebrate the yummy summer fruit at this charming farm.
When: Saturday, June 18 & Sunday, June 19 (Father’s Day Breakfast on Sunday)
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Ln., Chester
Why: Meet all four turtles, partake in a pizza-tossing contest, and catapult toppings on a huge pizza 30 feet away. Booyakasha!
When: Saturday, June 18, 1-3pm
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
What: Pony Up! Festival
Why: Introduce kids children 13 and under to the equestrian world at this hands-on event with face painting, crafts, horses and more.
When: Saturday, June 18m 10am-4pm
Where: U.S. Equestrian Team Headquarters, 1040 Pottersville Rd., Gladstone
What: Spring Family Fun Day
Why: An awesome day of art, crafts, and fun for kids.
When: Sunday, June 19, 12-4pm, FREE
Where: Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St., Hoboken
What: Nutley Annual Father’s Day Street Fair
Why: Rides, petting zoo, bounce house, food and more.
When: Sunday, June 19, 10am-5pm
Where: Along N. Franklin Ave., Nutley
Why: A FREE performance by Ryan Sanangelo for your little rock stars.
When: Monday, June 20, 11am-12pm, FREE
Where: West Nyack, NY
Upcoming:
Why: Little fishermen and women compete and have a blast.
When: Sunday, June 26, 10am-12pm, 10am, $10, Pre-Registration required
Where: Thielke Arboretum Pond, Glen Rock
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 or click here for a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets!
Where: 100 Elizabeth Street, Phillipsburg, NJ
