We rounded up our favorite picks for fun family friendly events in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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Save the Date:
What: Stone Barns Center Sheep Shearing Fest
Why: Think crafts, live music, seasonal fares, sheep shearing and herding-and think fast because it will sell out pronto!
When: Tickets go on sale Wednesday, March 11 at 10am. Event is Saturday, April 25, 10am-3pm, Ages 2-14/$15, Adults/$25
Where: 630 Bedford Rd., Pocantico Hills, NY
Events Not To Miss:
What: The Mother of All Baby Showers
Why: An adults only event that is ALL about pregnancy, parenting and your growing fam. Think top-notch maternity, baby and toddler products, services, and experts.
When: Friday, March 6, 6:30-9pm, Tickets start at $10
Where: Home & Kidz Furniture Gallery, 577 Winters Ave., Paramus
What: Meet and Greet and Get Slimed with Stars From Nickelodeon’s Hit Shows!
Why: Get psyched up, enter for a chance to win tickets to the Kids’ Choice Awards and meet stars from Haunted Hathaways and The Thundermans!
When: Saturday, March 7th, noon-5pm, FREE!
Where: Garden State Plaza, Paramus, Macy’s Court on Level 2 near the carousel
What: Motherhood: Uncensored
Why: A panel discussion for us Super Moms (with free child-care) about balancing it ALL.
When: Saturday, March 7, 9-11am, FREE, Registration required
Where: YWCA Early Learning Center, 98 Pleasant Ave., Upper Saddle River
What: Hayden’s Heart 3rd Annual 5k Run/Walk
Why: Come out and support Congenital Heart Defect (CHD) and keep Hayden’s memory alive at this fun day!
When: Saturday, March 7, Registration 9am, Start 11am, $35
Where: Riverside Country Park, North Arlington
What: Little Swappies Event
Why: Swap like-new items for awesome stuff your child will actually use, plus family fun at this clever event. Check the website for the deets on what you can bring.
When: Saturday, March 7, 10am-12pm
Where: Guardian Angel Church, 40 E. Allendale Ave., Allendale
What: Royal Princess Breakfast
Why: A very Princessy Breakfast with lots of fun for your little girl.
When: Saturday, March 7, 10am-1pm, $20
Where: 75 Legion Drive, Cresskill
What: Lunch Box Lessons: Sandwiches and Wraps
Why: Have the kids help you get out of your lunch box rut!
When: Saturday, March 7, 10am, Ages 5-13
Where: Williams-Sonoma, Woodcliff Lake & Hackensack
What: Lord & Taylor Prom Fashion Show
Why: Prom fashion for days at this awesome event! Also snag 25% off your dream dress.
When: Saturday, March 7, 2-4pm
Where: Lord & Taylor, Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Trip to Bounce Trampoline with Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Why: Grab a friend and enjoy a night of bouncing extravaganza.
When: Saturday, March 7, 7-10pm, Grades 3-5 & Teens, Member/$35 & Non-Member/$42
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Fancy Nancy at Bergen PAC
Why: Follow along with Nancy and her friends as they bring their Fancy flair to the stage.
When: Sunday, March 8, 1pm & 4pm, Tickets start at $19
Where: 30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood
What: Paramus High School Spring Craft Show
Why: Because shopping on a Sunday in Bergen doesn’t happen very often…
When: Sunday, March 8, 10am- 5pm, $3
Where: Paramus High School, 99 East Century Rd., Paramus
What: Maple Sugaring at Tenafly Nature Center
Why: Learn how to make Nature’s Candy…
When: Sunday, March 8, 12:30-1:30pm, 2-3pm, & 3:30-4:30pm
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: WP Presents! ArcAttack- Tesla Coil Music
Why: As seen on America’s Got Talent, a truly electrifying performance through the use of homemade instruments!
When: Sunday, March 8, 2pm, Adults/$15 & Children/$12
Where: William Paterson University, Wayne
What: Cooking for Kids: Shamrock Cupcakes
Why: Make a yummy Shamrock cookie at this hands-on class for ages 3-5.
When: Tuesday, March 10, 4pm, $20
Where: Chef Central, 240 Rt. 17, Paramus
What: Murad Healthy Skin Event at Massage Envy Spa
Why: It’s a Spa Party and you’re invited to enjoy some FREE pampering and fun in-spa events.
When: Wednesday, March 11, 4pm-8pm, Reservations needed, Call 201-784-3333
Where: 117 Vervalen St., Closter
If you’re heading out of Bergen…
What: Indoor Winter Carnival featuring the Rockland Boulders
Why: Hours of fun for your cabin-fever-suffering brood.
When: Saturday, March 7th, 11am to 4pm, FREE!
Where: Joseph T St Lawrence Center, Torne Valley Rd, Hillburn, NY
What: Winter Family Farm Tour at Stone Barns Center
Why: A tour for ages 4 and up, exploring the farm and seasonal highlights.
When: Saturday, March 7, Sunday, March 8 & Saturday, March 14, 11-11:45am, $10
Where: 630 Bedford Rd., Pocantico Hills, NY
Upcoming:
What: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
Why: The Greatest Show on Earth hits NJ!
When: Thursday, March 12 through Sunday, March 22
Where: Prudential Center & Izod Center
What: Popovich Pet Theater at BergenPAC
Why: A family show with a unique cast of 30 performing pets!
When: Saturday, March 28, 1pm, Tickets start at $29
Where: 30 North Van Brunt St., Englewood
What: Sleeping Beauty Dreams at NJPAC
Why: The enchanting fairy tale takes a contemporary and whimsical look at this puppet theater show.
When: Saturday, March 28, 2pm, $13-$25
Where: 1 Center St., Newark
