We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Sponsored Post: BOOYAKASHA! Time to head over to Liberty Science Center's brand new turtle-y awesome new exhibit, Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles : Secrets of the Sewer. Kids' visit to the lair will include shooting pizzas at Turtle enemies, navigating a room filled with a tricky rope maze, crawling through sewer pipes to uncover secrets, honing ninja warrior skills by slicing falling pizzas and so much more. Adults will get a thrill out of seeing their kids improve with every visit. (Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secrets of the Sewer runs through September 5 and is FREE with admission, visit lsc.org for more details)Events Not to Miss:
What: St. Mary’s Carnival
Why: Rides, food, games, and more.
When: Now thru Saturday, June 11 (Friday, 1-5pm, Saturday, 6:30-11pm)
Where: 280 Washington Ave., Dumont
What: Country Western Hoedown
Why: A BBQ, country music, mechanical bull, a petting zoo, pony rides, and more.
When: Friday, June 10, 6-9pm
Where: Memorial Field, Closter
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
Why: Enjoy a pool day and save 10% on membership.
When: Saturday, June 11, 1-5pm, $10
Where: 140 Tillman St., Westwood
What: You Tuber Ricky Dillon at Books and Greetings
Why: The popular star signs his memoir “Follow Me.”
When: Saturday, June 11, 4pm
Where: 271G Livingston St., Northvale
Why: The popular star signs his memoir “Follow Me.”
When: Saturday, June 11, 4pm
Where: 271G Livingston St., Northvale
What: Sing Into the Sunlight
Why: A concert to benefit suicide awareness.
When: Saturday, June 11, 4-9pm
Where: 282 Carlton Ave., East Rutherford
What: Art in the Park
Why: Enjoy a day or artists, live music, and outdoor fun.
When: Saturday, June 11, 10am-4pm
Where: Veterans’ Park, Hillsdale
What: Park Ridge Town Picnic
Why: Food, a petting zoo, live music and lots more fun.
When: Saturday, June 11, 12-5pm, FREE
Where: Davies/Memorial Field, Park Ridge
Why: One of our favorite ways to spend a summer night. Keep your eye out for the ice cream man and watch The Sandlot.
When: Saturday, June 11, 7pm, FREE
Where: Wakelee Field, 10 Wakelee Dr., Demarest
Why: A one man show of magic, comedy, dance that will leave you breathless.
When: Saturday, June 11, 10am-1:30pm( every 30 minutes), FREE
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, near Shake Shack
What: Future Foodies
Why: Hands-on cooking for kids with an emphasis on yummy, healthy meals.
When: Saturday, June 11, Ages 6-12, $20, email [email protected] to enroll
Where: Karl’s Appliance, 469 Rt 17 S, Paramus
What: Northern Valley Sports Academy Camp Open House
Why: Get a first-hand look at the facility, meet the staff and enjoy sports and fun camp activities.
When: Sunday, June 12, 11am-1pm
Where: 100 Oakland Ave., Closter
What: Bergenfield Family Fun Day
Why: Food trucks, train rides, bounce houses, singing Disney characters, fireworks and lots more family fun.
When: Sunday, June 12, 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 12, 1pm-9pm, Free
Where: Memorial Park, corner of New Bridge Road and Brey Lane, Bergenfield
Why: Bring a picnic lunch, take a scenic canoe ride on Pfister’s Pond, and enjoy arts and crafts.
When: Sunday, June 12, 11am-2pm
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
Why: Rides, food, music and more!
When: Thursday, June 16 thru Sunday, June 19 (Weekdays 5-10pm, Friday 5-11pm, Saturday 11am-11pm & Sunday 12-9pm)
Where: Depot Square, Demarest Ave. & Dean St., Englewood
Why: Finger lickin' good grub on the farm.
When: Thursdays, 5:30- 8:30pm
Where: 244 Weirimus Rd., Hillsdale
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: 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: 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
What: Turtle Back Zoo Sleepover
Why: A wild overnight at the Zoo.
When: Friday, June 10- Saturday, June 11, $100, Pre-Registration required
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: A wild overnight at the Zoo.
When: Friday, June 10- Saturday, June 11, $100, Pre-Registration required
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: Artists, food, live music, and more.
When: Sunday, June 12, 1:30pm, FREE
Where: Washington St., Hoboken
Why: Jam out with live music, fresh strawberries, kids activities and more.
When: Sunday, June 12, 10am-4pm, Ages 12+/$5
Where: 9 Fishkill Rd., Hopewell Junction, NY
Why: Games, great food, live music, entertainment, rides, and more. Stop by Bergen Mama's table to win prizes!
When: Sunday, June 12, 10am-5pm
Where: Main St., New City, NY
Why: Strawberries, a hayride, and a delicious all you can eat breakfast.
When: Sunday, June 12, 8-11am, Adults/ $12.99, Kids/$7.99
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Ln., Chester
Upcoming:
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
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
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
Where: Alpine Boat Basin, Alpine
Why: An adorable magical day at the Farm for the little ones.
When: Saturday, June 18, 11am-3pm
Where: 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: Westwood Family Chirorpactic Family Picnic
Why: Giant Slide, Waffles de Lys Belgian Waffles, Balloons, Massages, Health Screenings and more
When: Saturday, June 18, 10am-1pm, Free
Where: 99 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: Giant Slide, Waffles de Lys Belgian Waffles, Balloons, Massages, Health Screenings and more
When: Saturday, June 18, 10am-1pm, Free
Where: 99 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
