We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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Why: Everyone's favorite pig is back for a fun show your little will love- Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets here!
When: Monday, October 9th 3pm & 6pm, tickets available now
Where: bergenPAC, 30 N Van Brunt St, Englewood
What: Shopkins Live Tour
Why: Shoppies hit the stage and you don’t want to miss it. Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets here!
When: Thursday, September 28, tickets start at $29
Where: bergenPAC, 30 N Van Brunt St, Englewood
Why: Kids will love this interactive musical adventure as they watch Daniel and his friends explore their much-loved Neighborhood of Make-Believe! Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a family 4-pack of tickets here!
When: Saturday, October 14, tickets on sale now, ticket prices vary
Where: NJPAC, 1 Center Street, Newark
Events Not to Miss:
What: State Fair Meadowlands
Why: Tons of family fun at the largest fair in the New York area.
When: Now through July 9, check schedule for ticket prices and fair times.
Where: 1 Metlife Stadium Dr., East Rutherford
What: Field Station Dinosaurs
Why: The Dinos are back and better than ever!
When: Now through June 25, Check website for summer hours
Where: Overpeck County Park, 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
What: Abma’s Farm Sample Night
Why: Calling all foodies to this Farm to Table night.
When: Friday, June 23, 5-7pm, Adults only, FREE
Where: 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
Why: Run with the fam, all levels welcome, and enjoy this FREE fun festival with games, food, and more.
When: Saturday, June 24, 9am-7pm
Where: OverPeck County Park, 199 Challenger Rd., Ridgefield Park
Why: Vendors, gourmet cuisine, music, and more.
When: Sunday, June 25, 10am-5pm
Where: Adorno Fathers, 575 Darlington Ave., Ramsey
Why: Little fishermen and women compete and have a blast.
When: Sunday, June 25, 10am-12pm, Ages 5-13, $15, Pre-Registration required
Where: Thielke Arboretum Pond, Glen Rock
Why: Historic open-house program.
When: Tuesday, June 27, 7-9pm, FREE
Where: Kearney House, Alpine Picnic Area & Boat Basin
Why: Escape the heat with a summer flick.
When: Now through Wednesday, August 16, 10am, FREE
Where: Bow Tie theaters (Closter, Washington Twp. & Hoboken)
What: Ridgewood Movies in the Park
Why: Grab snacks for the kids, rose for the adults, and enjoy Singin’ in the Rain.
When: Wednesday, June 28, sundown
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, Ridgewood
Why: Finger lickin' good #eeeeats on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30- 8:30pm
Where: 244 Weirimus Rd., Hillsdale
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Every little kid is a farmer at this imaginative event.
When: Now through Labor Day, Ages 2-5
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
Why: Games, rides, petting zoo, and more!
When: Now thru Sunday, July 9, Ages 3+/$7, Various online discount tickets available
Where: West Nyack, NY
Why: Because adults like musical festivals too.
When: Friday, June 23 through Sunday, June 25, 11am-7:45pm
Where: German Masonic Park, 89 Western Highway, Tappan, NY
Why: Celebrate the yummy summer fruit at this charming farm.
When: Weekends in June, 11am-5pm
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Ln., Chester
Why: A magical party outdoors.
When: Saturday, June 24, 10am-12pm, $3
Where: 174 Angola Road, Cornwall, NY
Why: Live music, kids activities, beer and wine garden, vendors- all at an oceanfront location.
When: Saturday, June 24 (11am-8pm) & Sunday, June 25 (11am-6pm), FREE
Where: 500 Ocean Ave., Bradley Beach
Why: A modern retelling of three classic Hans Christian Andersen tales ideal for kids ages 3-9.
When: Now thru Fall 2017, Check the website for all available dates and times, Kids/$8, Adults/$12
Where: The Cottage at Central Park
Why: Everybody’s fav antioxidant is the star of the show at this adorable family fun day.
When: Sunday, June 25, 10am-5pm
Where: 56 Old Forks Rd., Hammonton
Upcoming:
What: Day Out With Thomas
Why: Let Thomas pull you on a fun train ride.
When: Various dates between July 7 through July, 16, $21
Where: Phillipsburg
Why: This gorgeous oyster schooner visits Alpine just once a year, and you don’t want to miss it. Snag tickets now before they sell out!
When: Thursday, July 13 thru Sunday, July 16, check the website for sail times and prices
Where: Alpine Boat Basin, Alpine
What: A Night on Fire
Why: A choreographed, live display of fire arts featuring flame-wielding, fire-eating performers twisting and turning, juggling and dancing, sword fighting, and much more!
When: Friday, June 30- Sunday, July 2, Kids/$16, Adults/$22
Where: Philipsburg Manor, 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY
