We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not To Miss:
What: L.E.A.D Fest Carnival
Why: Rides, games, food and fun.
When: Thursday June 3-Sunday June 20, Wednesdays-Fridays, 5-11 pm, Weekends 12-11 pm, $5
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, 1 Garden State Plaza Blvd., Paramus
What: Art at Abma’s
Why: Arts and crafts fun for all ages with Made to Measure.
When: Thursday June 3, 4 pm
Where: Abma’s Farm, 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: Lake Tappan Paddle Day
Why: Spend the day on the reservoir in a kayak or canoe.
When: Saturday June 5, 8 am-3:30 pm, $30-$60
Where: Lake Tappan, Washington Ave. North, Old Tappan
What: National Trail Days Hike
Why: Take a hike…down one of TNC’s exciting trails for all ages.
When: Saturday June 5, 10 am-12 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Spring In Living Color
Why: Color your day in this series of Insta-worthy immersive floral activations.
When: Now through Sunday June 6, 11 am-8 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Macy’s Court Level 2, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
Why: Drive In movies are back at Demarest Farms.
When: Now through Sunday August 29, check schedule for times
Where: Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale
What: Barnyard Petting Zoo
Why: Get your tix in advance to spend a day with the animals, plus pony rides are back.
When: Monday-Friday, 9 am-6 pm, Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm
Where: Abma’s Farm, 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Because what’s better than live music, good food, wine and family fun?
When: Saturday June 5, 12-4 pm and 5-9 pm, Sunday June 6, 12-4 pm, kids/$5, adults/$12
Where: Tranquillity Farms, 47 Decker Pond Rd., Green Twp.
Why: Food trucks on the farm plus music and games make for a perfect family outing.
When: Saturday June 5, 12-8 pm, kids/$4, adults/$7
Where: Donaldson Farms, 358 Allen Rd., Hackettstown
Why: Bring thy family for a day of jousing, entertainment, costumes and magic.
When: Saturday June 5-Sunday June 6, 10 am-6 pm, kids/$10, adults/$25
Where: Liberty Lake, 1195 Florence Columbus Rd., Bordentown Township
Why: Rides, games and more summer fun.
When: Now through Sunday June 6, Thursday and Friday 5-10 pm, Saturdays and Sundays 12-10 pm
Where: Palisades Center parking lot, 1000 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack
What: Xpedition Dino
Why: Drive through a dino-sized adventure with 30 life-sized dinosaurs.
When: Now through Tuesday September 7
Where: Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., Jackson Township
What: Hot Wheels Race to Win
Why: The famous cars are rolling in the latest interactive exhibit.
When: Now through Monday September 6, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City
What: SUE the T.Rex Experience
Why: A roaring good time with high-tech simulations, replica skeleton and more prehistoric fun.
When: Open through January 9
Where: Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City
Upcoming:
What: Arts in Oakland
Why: Live performances for kids and adults, plus art classes and kids zumba.
When: Friday June 11-Sunday June 13, check schedule for event times
Where: Oakland Public Library & Veterans Park
Why: Meet the T-Rex and take some pics of the 15-footer.
When: Saturday June 12, 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm and 1 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Crafts in the Park
Why: Shop (local) til you drop and enjoy food and more fun.
When: Sunday June 13, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Broadway and 3rd Ave., Westwood
