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Events Not to Miss:
What: Pop 2000 Tour
Why: Nostalgia's in the air as 'Nsync's Chris Kirkpatrick hosts Ryan Cabrera, LFO, and more pop groups of the 2000s.
When: Saturday June 29, 1:30-5 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
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
What: Pride Day at the Zoo
Why: Celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community with music, activities, food trucks, and more.
When: Sunday June 30, 10 am-4 pm
Where: 216 Forest Ave., Paramus
What: Meadowlands State Fair
Why: The massive annual fair is back with live entertainment, rides, and games galore.
When: Now through Sunday July 7, check schedule for daily times
Where: State Fair Meadowlands, 1 MetLife Stadium Dr., East Rutherford
What: Butterfly Feeding
Why: Head to the butterfly house for a special chance to feed them.
When: Fridays-Sundays through July 7, 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Magical Meet & Greets
Why: Get ready for a coral reef party with Ariel under the sea.
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: International Mud Day
Why: Get your hands (and body) dirty as you roll, kick, and slide around the outdoor area.
When: Saturday June 29, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Outdoor Discovery Center, 120 Muser Dr., Cornwall
What: Brick Fest Live
Why: Live-size Legos, brick pits, build-your-own areas, and more are taking over NJ.
When: Saturday June 29, 9 am-5 pm-Sunday June 30, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Meadowlands Expo Center, 355 Plaza Dr., Secaucus
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
