We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: Gazillion Bubble Show
Why: Kids of all ages will be mesmerized by mind blowing bubble magic, lasers, lights and more!
When: Now-July 31st, performance days and times vary, tickets start at $45 with the exclusive discount code GBPOP101 purchase tickets here or click here to win a family 4-pack of VIP tickets.
Where: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street (between 8th and 9th Ave), NYC
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Rides, food, games and fun.
When: Friday, July 1- Sunday, July 3, 6-10pm
Where: Overpeck County Park, Leonia
What: Heroes & Villains Fan Fest
Why: Immerse yourself in the world of superheroes, villains, and the celebs that bring them to life.
When: Saturday, July 2- Sunday, July 3
Where: Meadowlands Exposition Center, Seacaucus
What: Kids Ninja Warrior Competition and Adult UNAA Evening Competition
Why: Calling all Ninja Warriors! Participate or watch this fun, action-packed competition, stylized from the popular TV show.
When: Saturday, July 2, 8am - Midnight (Kids Competition: Ages 6-8, 10:30am-1:15pm; Ages 9-12, 2-4:45pm; Adult Competition, 8-9:30am and 6-7pm) for more information contact Stephanie Shultz (201) 768-8600 or [email protected]
Where: High Exposure, 266 Union Street, Northvale
What: Ramsey Independence Day Celebration at Finch Park
Why: Enjoy the live music and stay for the fireworks at dusk.
When: Saturday, July 2, 6:30pm (Rain Date: Sunday, July 3)
Where: Finch Park, Ramsey
Why: Enjoy the live music and stay for the fireworks at dusk.
When: Saturday, July 2, 6:30pm (Rain Date: Sunday, July 3)
Where: Finch Park, Ramsey
Why: All ages can come together for a lovely walk in the trails.
When: Sunday, July 3, 3-4pm, Ages 2+/$5
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Paramus Fireworks Show
Why: We hear this free fireworks show, with added entertainment, is one of the best around.
When: Sunday, July 3, Gates open at 6pm, FREE
Where: Garden State Plaza West Lot, Paramus
Why: One of the most popular fireworks shows around. Get there early to snag a spot!
When: Monday, July 4, Parade at 10am, Gates open at 6pm for Fireworks. Tickets/$10 (select stores), $11 (online), $15 (gate), $10 (child at gate), 5 and under are free.
Where: Parade is at North Monroe & Godwin Ave. Fireworks are at Veterans Field.
Why: Games, vendors, food, flea market, and fireworks.
When: Monday, July 4, All day, Fireworks at 9:15pm
Where: Foschini Park, Hackensack
What: Field Station Dinosaurs
Why: The Dinos are back and at their new home in Bergen.
When: Tuesdays thru Sundays, June 28 thru September 5
Where: 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
What: State Fair Meadowlands
Why: Tons of family fun at the largest fair in the New York area.
When: Now thru Sunday, July 10, check schedule for ticket prices and fair times.
Where: 1 Metlife Stadium Dr., East Rutherford
Why: Watch “Big” for FREE with the kiddos! Get there early to snag a spot.
When: Tuesday, July 5 & Wednesday, July 6, 10am, FREE
Where: Bow Tie theaters (Closter, Washington Twp. & Hoboken)
Why: Open play and special fun with Cookie.
When: Wednesday, July 6, 10am-1pm
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: Finger lickin' good grub on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30- 8:30pm
Where: 244 Weirimus Rd., Hillsdale
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 7 thru Sunday, July 10, check the website for sail times, $52-$78 (Children’s Sail on Friday, July 8)
Where: Alpine Boat Basin, Alpine
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
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: Meet the zoo’s newest ambassadors- giraffes!
When: Weekends thru July 4
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
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, July 1- Sunday, July 3, Kids/$16, Adults/$22
Where: Philipsburg Manor, 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY
Why: Games, rides, petting zoo, and more!
When: Friday June 24 thru Sunday, June 26 & Friday, July1-10, Ages 3+/$6, Online discount tickets available
Where: West Nyack, NY
What: Fishkill Farms Independence Day Picnic
Why: Live music, good food, music and cherry picking on the farm.
When: Saturday, July 2, 4-8:30pm
Where: 9 Fishkill Farm Rd., Hopewell Junction, NY
What: Oceanfest at Long Branch
Why: All day fun with live music, food, craft sale, fireworks and more.
When: Monday, July 4, 10am-10pm
Where: 1 Ocean Blvd., Long Branch
Upcoming:
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
Where: 100 Elizabeth Street, Phillipsburg, NJ
What: Nyack Street Fair
Why: Music, vendors, games, and more.
When: Sunday, July 10, 10am-5pm
Where: Downtown Nyack, NY
