We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: A Day Out With Thomas & Friends
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
Events Not to Miss:
What: Norwood Carnival
Why: Another carnival, another great time.
When: Now thru Saturday, June 4 (Friday, 6-10pm, Saturday 5-10pm)
Where: 200 Summit St., Norwood
Why: Games, rides, delicious food and more!
When: Now thru Saturday, June 4, 6-10pm
Where: 300 Franklin Turnpike, Allendale
Why: Activities, games, pony rides, greek food, pastries, and more.
When: Now thru Sunday, June 5
Where: St. John the Theologian, 353 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
Why: The controversial movie comes to Teaneck. Go see what everyone is talking about.
When: Friday, June 3 thru June 9, Q&A with Del Bigtree on Friday, June 3 after the 4:30pm & 7:15pm shows
Where: 503 Cedar Lane, Teaneck
What: Jersey Fest NJ vs Philly Food Truck Mash Up
Why: Get a taste of the best Jersey and Philly food trucks around.
When: Saturday, June 4, 5pm-11pm, General Admission $5
Where: Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment, 1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford
What: YWCA Bergen County Equestrian Camp Open House
Why: Take a guided tour of the beautiful stables, meet the staff and get all your questions answered.
When: Saturday, June 4, 10am-3pm, Free
Where: Bergen County Equestrian Center, 40 Fort Lee Road, Leonia
Why: Take a guided tour of the beautiful stables, meet the staff and get all your questions answered.
When: Saturday, June 4, 10am-3pm, Free
Where: Bergen County Equestrian Center, 40 Fort Lee Road, Leonia
Why: Little balance biker tots put their pedals to the metal.
When: Saturday, June 4, 10am-12pm, Ages 2-5, $15 Pre-Registration, $20 that day
Where: 211 Irving Ave., Closter
What: Wyckoff Day
Why: A day of community fun with a “Ducky Derby”, rides, music, food, and more.
When: Saturday, June 4, 11am-5pm
Where: Wyckoff Family YMCA, 691 Wyckoff Avenue, Wyckoff
What: National Trails Day
Why: Guided hikes all day long.
When: Saturday, June 4, 10am-4pm, FREE, $10 parking at Ross Dock
Where: State Line Lookout, Alpine & Ross Dock Picnic Area, Fort Lee
Why: Kids activities, music, artist, crafters, food and more.
When: Sunday, June 5, 11am-6pm
Where: 309 Main Street, Fort Lee
What: Westwood Crafts in the Park
Why: Over 100 exhibitors, so get ready to get your shopping on…
When: Sunday, June 5, 10am-5pm
Where: Veterans Park, Westwood
What: Little Ivy Academy
Why: Check out the real hands-on discovery summer camp at two locations this weekend.
When: Sunday, June 5, 10am-5pm, FREE
Where: Montvale Street Fair (101 Paragon Dr.) & Nanuet Street Fair (119 Main St.)
Why: Grab the family and take a seasonal walk.
When: Sunday, June 5, 3-4pm, $5, Pre-Registration required
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
Why: For the Martha in all of us, a self-guided tour of 10 gorgeous gardens.
When: Sunday, June 5, 10am-5pm, $25- $30
Where: Ridgewood and Glen Rock homes
What: Montvale Street Fair
Why: Kids area, food courts galore, live entertainment and more. Stop by the Bergen Mama table and say hello!
When: Sunday, June 5, 10am-5pm
Where: Paragon Drive, Montvale
What: Bergenfield Family Fun Day
Why: Food trucks, train rides, bounce houses, singing Disney characters, fireworks and lots more family fun.
When: Sunday, June 5, 1pm-9pm, Free
Where: Memorial Park, corner of New Bridge Road and Brey Lane, Bergenfield
Why: Food trucks, train rides, bounce houses, singing Disney characters, fireworks and lots more family fun.
When: Sunday, June 5, 1pm-9pm, Free
Where: Memorial Park, corner of New Bridge Road and Brey Lane, Bergenfield
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
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Live music, art, design, fashion, and more.
When: Friday, June 3, 3-10pm
Where: Grove Path Plaza, Jersey City
What: OLG Funfest
Why: Rides, games, crafts, food, and more.
When: Saturday, June 4 (6-10pm) & Sunday, June 5 (11am-6pm)
Where: Church Square Park, Willow Ave., Hoboken
Why: The turtles and their underground lair make the first stop of their national tour.
When: Now thru September 5
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Why: Special gem, mineral and jewelry vendors all weekend long.
When: Saturday, June 4 & Sunday, June 5, 10am-4pm, $3-$5
Where: 1010 Route 17M, Monroe, NY
Why: Lords and Ladies, get yourself to the most interactive Ren Faire in the world.
When: Weekends now thru Sunday, June 12
Where: 1195 Florence Columbus Rd, Bordentown Township
Why: Meet the zoo’s newest ambassadors- giraffes!
When: Weekends thru July 4
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: Strawberries, farm animals, hayrides, and tons of fun adult and kid activities.
When: Saturday, June 4 & Sunday, June 5, 10am-5pm
Where: 519 Ridge Rd., Monmouth Junction
Why: An awe-inspiring illumination of amazing works of art at this not to be missed nighttime display.
When: Various dates and times from now through June 12, Ages 3-17/$16, Adults/$20-$25.
Where: Van Cortlandt Manor, 525 S Riverside, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
What: One Funny Mother
Why: A hilarious night of laundry, laughs, and liquor - dedicated to helping moms "find the funny" in their lives. Perfect for a girls night out!
When: Now thru June 30th, Tix are $65 each plus get an exclusive discount with code FMLSP35, click here to purchase tickets or Bergen Mama readers click HERE to win a VIP 4-pack of tickets!
Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street (between 8th and 9th Ave), NYC
Why: Monster truck fanatics, start your engines…
When: Sunday, June 5, 10:30am-4pm, $10 per rider
Where: 3 Circle Dr., Robbinsville
What: Nanuet Street Fair
Why: A beer garden, kids rides, food, games, and more.
When: Sunday, June 5, 10am-5pm
Where: Main Street, Nanuet
Why: A FREE performance by Jungle Gym Jam for your little rock stars.
When: Monday, June 6, 11am-12pm, FREE
Where: West Nyack, NY
Upcoming:
Why: Get the 411 on pregnancy and babies at this thorough workshop at the luxurious baby store.
When: Saturday, June 11, 12-2pm, FREE but please RSVP at [email protected]
Where: 11 Grand Ave., Englewood
What: Reservoir Challenge
Why: A day of racing and paddling on the Oradell Reservoir and a fun FREE event afterwards with live music, food, kids activities and more.
When: Saturday, June 11, Rain Date: Sunday, June 12
Where: Lake Shore Drive, Haworth
