We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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Why: Make creative play even more fun with a visit from the Easter Bunny.
When: Friday, March 25, 1-3pm, $28 per child
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: Learn how to bake the cutest carrot cake ever.
When: Friday, March 25, 3pm, Ages 3-5, $20, Pre-Registration required
Where: 240 Rt. 17 N., Paramus
Why: Snag your spot for all natural easter egg dying and crafts at this popular farm.
When: Saturday, March 26, 12-3pm, $12, Reservations recommended
Where: 575 River Rd., New Milford
Why: Breakfast with the Bunny, pictures, egg hunt, and more.
When: Saturday, March 26, 11am-2pm, Check website for activity times
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, Ridgewood
What: Lego Easter Egg Hunt
Why: Look for Lego brick eggs all around the store to collect stickers.
When: Now thru Saturday, March 26, 10am-9:30pm
Where: Lego, Westfield Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Westwood Easter Egg Hunt
Why: Easter Bunny and his friends will be on hand for pics at this egg hunt.
When: Saturday, March 26, 10:30-11:30am, FREE
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Westwood
Why: This Bunny takes pre-orders so hop to it!
When: Now thru Saturday, March 26
Where: 700 Paramus Park, Paramus
Why: Meet the beloved character of the popular Froggy book series.
When: Saturday, March 26, 11am-1pm
Where: 271G Livingston St., Northvale
Why: Buy a Bunny and Me photo and get a free selfie stick.
When: Now thru Saturday, March 26, 10am-9pm (Pet Photos on Monday, March 21)
Where: Rt. 4 E. & Forest Ave., Paramus
What: Closter Egg Hunt
Why: Bring your camera, basket, and get ready to hunt!
When: Saturday, March 26, 10am
Where: Closter Memorial Field Playground, Closter
Why: Get your picture taken with the Bunny.
When: Now thru Saturday, March 26
Where: Level 1, Near Kate Spade
Why: Search the forest for eggs.
When: Saturday, March 26, 1 & 3pm, $10
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
Why: Drop off your fav stuffy for their first sleep over.
When: Monday, March 28, 10:30am-11:15am
Where: 100 Ridge Rd., Mahwah
Why: The former MTV star and lifestyle and fashion icon signs her new book “Celebrate.”
When: Tuesday, March 29, 7pm
Where: 211 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
What: Sid the Science Kid: The Super-Duper Exhibit at Liberty Science Center
Why: Kids will enjoy exploring, learning, inventing, and climbing their way through the newest exhibit at LSC plus meet Sid the Science Kid in person Friday, March 25
When: Now thru May 15, Sid the Science Kid appearance Friday, March 25, Saturday May 7 and May 14-15,11am-1pm (Check at the Welcome Desk upon arrival for location and detailed schedule)
Where: Liberty State Park, 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ
Why: The Bunny Patch is a hoppin’ place with pictures, Pet Nights, and even an exercise class for the little ones with the Bunny himself.
When: Now through Easter for pictures, Pet Nights are Sundays, and “Get Hoppin” class on Tuesdays at 10:30am & Thursdays at 9:30am
Where: West Nyack, NY
Why: A corn kingdom, wagon train, egg hunt, and so much more.
When: Saturday, March 19 thru Saturday, March 26 & Monday, March 28 thru Sunday, April 3, 12 and under/$20, Adults/$7
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Lan, Chester
Why: If you have a choo choo obsessed little one, this is the Easter event for you…
When: Saturday March 26, 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm & 3:30pm, Child/$11, Adult/$18, Pre-Registration required
Where: Philipsburg
Why: Easter egg hunts on the hour, animals, hayrides, pony rides, a parade and much more happening at the farm.
When: Saturday, March 26, 12-4pm, Ages 2-9, FREE
Where: 451 State Route 94, Vernon
Why: Animal themed holiday fun throughout the zoo.
When: Saturday, March 26- Sunday, March 27
Where: 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY
Why: Little firefighters search for eggs at the firehouse.
When: Saturday, March 26, 10am, Ages 3-12, Kids/$5, Adults/$8
Where: 278 Spring Street, NYC
Why: It’s an Easter party at the zoo with storytime, photos with the Easter Bunny, animals presentations, refreshments, snacks, and more.
When: Saturday, March 26 & Sunday, March 27, 10am & 12:30pm, Ages 2+/$30, Pre-Registration required
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: Discover how dinosaurs’ extraordinary story continues today and this brand new exhibit.
When: Now thru January 2017, 10am-5:45pm
Where: Central Park West at 79th St.
Upcoming:
What: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Spring Boutique
Why: A shopping extravaganza featuring jewelry, fashion, children’s clothing and much more!
When: Sunday, April 3, 10am-5pm and Monday, April 4, 9am-5pm, FREE
Where: 411 E. Palisade Ave., Tenafly
Why: Help support baby Luke in his fight against neuroblastoma at this fun costume party with live music, a tricky tray, prizes, and more.
When: Sunday, April 3, 1:30-5:30pm, $15 in advance, $20 at door, Adults and babies FREE
Where: Glenpoint Marriott, 100 Degraw Ave., Teaneck
Why: Book your spot to enjoy fresh maple syrup and pancakes!
When: Sunday, April 3, Every 15 minutes between 10:30am- 12pm
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
Why: Drink vino, mingle, and enjoy tastings with celebrity chefs, winemakers, and sommeliers.
When: April 1 thru April 3, 21 over only, Check website for event options
Where: 1 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg
