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Events Not to Miss:
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
Why: The celeb chef cooks up a night of fun with a side of delish dishes.
When: Thursday June 20, 5:30-6:30 pm
Where: Marcus Live! American Dream, One American Dream Way, East Rutherford
What: Artisan Market
Why: While you're already shopping, grab some unique home finds, special gifts, and more.
When: Saturday June 22, 12-7 pm
Where: Bergen Town Center, Route 4 East & Forest Ave., Paramus
Why: Learn about pollinators and make a spot for them to cool off.
When: Saturday June 22, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm
Where: Stokes Farm, 23 DeWolf Rd., Old Tappan
Why: Take a high and feast on s'mores to celebrate the start of summer.
When: Sunday June 23, 7-9 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Oakland Pride Festival
Why: Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with a variety of festivities.
When: Sunday June 23, 1-5 pm
Where: Elks Lodge, 25 Ramapo Valley Rd., Oakland
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
What: Magical Meet & Greets
Why: Get ready for Despicable Me 4 with a Minions Mosh Party.
When: Sundays through August 18, 1-2 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
If You're Heading Out of Bergen:
What: Cirque du Soleil Ovo
Why: High-flying fun and eye-popping acrobatics at this dazzling show.
When: Thursday June 20-Saturday June 22, 3 pm and 7 pm
Where: Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St., Newark
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: Lake DeForest Day
Why: Get out on the water at this family-friendly day.
When: Saturday June 29, 8 am-4 pm
Where: 39 Strawtown Rd., New City
Why: Summer celebrations are officially a go with this fun (and tasty) festival.
When: Saturday June 29, 11 am-7 pm
Where: Teaneck Armory, 1799 Teaneck Ave., Teaneck
Why: Laugh, sing, dance, and learn about what makes cities special with Blippi.
When: Sunday June 30, 1 pm and 5 pm
Where: bergenPAC, 30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood
