We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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Enter to Win Now! What: That Physics Show
Why: Mind blowing physics experiments featuring amazing live segments that are nothing like you have ever seen before. Great for all ages!
When: Now through Sept, Tix start at $25 plus get a discount with code LSP2529, click here to purchase tickets or Bergen Mama readers click HERE to win a VIP 4-pack of tickets!
Where: The Elektra Theatre at The Times Square Arts Center, 300 W. 43rd St., NYC
Why: Mind blowing physics experiments featuring amazing live segments that are nothing like you have ever seen before. Great for all ages!
When: Now through Sept, Tix start at $25 plus get a discount with code LSP2529, click here to purchase tickets or Bergen Mama readers click HERE to win a VIP 4-pack of tickets!
Where: The Elektra Theatre at The Times Square Arts Center, 300 W. 43rd St., NYC
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Because shopping is our favorite cardio.
When: Now through Saturday, May 14, 10am-6pm
Where: Downtown Ridgewood
Where: Downtown Ridgewood
What: Live Butterfly Feeding
Why: Come and get up close and personal as hundreds of butterflies feed, flutter and take flight all around you.
When: Now thru May 31st, 11am-6pm
Where: Paramus Park, Panera Bread entrance, Paramus
What: EarthFest Overpeck
Why: Celebrate our planet with vendors, kids activities and fun.
When: Saturday, May 14, 9am-6pm
Where: Overpeck County Park, 50 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
What: Little Ivy Academy Summer Camp Open House
Why: Get a first-hand camp experience making Special Fx videos, Robots, Video games, and spygear plus tour the campus and meet the camp director and staff.
When: Saturday, May 14, 10am-2pm, ages 6-14, FREE
Where: Little Ivy Academy @ St. Joseph Regional High School, 40 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Montvale
Why: Get a first-hand camp experience making Special Fx videos, Robots, Video games, and spygear plus tour the campus and meet the camp director and staff.
When: Saturday, May 14, 10am-2pm, ages 6-14, FREE
Where: Little Ivy Academy @ St. Joseph Regional High School, 40 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Montvale
What: Closter PTO Spring Fair
Why: A fun day of rides, slides, photo booth, DJ, arts & crafts, food and more.
When: Saturday, May 14, 11am-4pm
Where: Tenakill Middle School, 275 High Street, Closter
Why: A fun day of rides, slides, photo booth, DJ, arts & crafts, food and more.
When: Saturday, May 14, 11am-4pm
Where: Tenakill Middle School, 275 High Street, Closter
What: 6th Annual History Day
Why: Get your history on by touring 10 Northwest Bergen museums with ONE ticket.
When: Saturday, May 14, 10am-4pm, $10 in advance, $15 day off, 12 and under FREE
Where: Participating museums
Why: Because a family that scavengers together…
When: Saturday, May 14, 2-3pm, $5
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Boss Notes Leading with Style
Why: A not-to-be-missed explosion of fashion, demos, shopping, and advice by today's most Insta-famous fashion bloggers.
When: Saturday, May 14, 12-2pm, FREE, Pre-Registration required
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Neiman Marcus Court
Why: A not-to-be-missed explosion of fashion, demos, shopping, and advice by today's most Insta-famous fashion bloggers.
When: Saturday, May 14, 12-2pm, FREE, Pre-Registration required
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Neiman Marcus Court
Why: Adults and kids ages 10 and older help staff collect date on the bird species of the preserve.
When: Saturday, May 14, 8:30am-12:30pm, FREE
Where: 443 Van Nostrand Ave., Englewood
What: Maker Day at The Elisabeth Morrow School
Why: A creative hands-on event that is part science fair, part county fair, and a full on exploration.
When: Saturday, May 14, 9-11:30am, FREE
Where: 435 Lydeker St., Englewood
What: The Gizmo Guys
Why: Check out the amazing juggling duo.
When: Saturday, May 14, Every 30 minutes starting at 10am, FREE
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Macy’s Court, Paramus
What: Doula Education Event
Why: Learn all about doulas, placenta encapsulation services and other birth services at this FREE event.
When: Saturday, May 14, 12pm, FREE, Pre-Registration required
Where: Pottery Barn Kids, Shops at Riverside, Hackensack
Why: Tour this beloved camp and enjoy the bounce house, light refreshments, and fun.
When: Sunday, May 15, 11am-1pm
Where: 248 Herbert Ave., Closter
What: SpringFest 2016
Why: Live music, kids activities, vendors, and much more.
When: Sunday, May 15, 11am-5pm
Where: Teaneck Creek Conservancy, 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck
Why: A scenic run for kids and adults.
When: Sunday, May 15, 2016 7:30 AM - 12:00pm
Where: Darlington Schoolhouse ,600 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah
What: Touch-A-Truck
Why: A touch-a-truck of epic proportions with trucks, vehicles, bounce houses, music, food, and more.
When: Sunday, May 15, 10am-2pm, $25/ Advance, $30/Door (price is for a family of 4, $5 for each additional person)
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: A Taste of Ramsey
Why: Food, desserts, live music and more.
When: Sunday, May 15, 1-4pm
Where: Main St. Ramsey Train Station
Why: Enjoy a family-friendly walk followed by music, food, face painting, bounce houses, win prizes and more! All proceeds go towards helping fight Congenital Heart Disease.
When: Sunday, May 15, 11am-2pm, $15 per person, registration required
Where: Pascack Hills High School Football Field, 225 W Grand Avenue, Montvale
Why: Vendors, rides, live music, and more.
When: Sunday, May 14, 10am-5pm
Where: Delafield Ave. & Court Ave., Lyndhurst
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Experience a paleontological expedition as you work alongside the Dino Dig Guide Team.
When: Saturday, May 21 thru June 10, 11am
Where: 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City
What: African Adventure Grand Opening at Turtle Back Zoo
Why: Meet the zoo’s newest ambassadors- giraffes!
When: Weekends thru July 4
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Why: Children get introduced to wild, exotic and farm animals.
When: Saturday, May 14, 10:30am & 11:15am, $8, Pre-Registration required
Where: 2352 Route 10 W., Morris Plains
Why: A ballgame, fireworks, and the perfect spring night.
When: Saturday, May 14, 6:30pm, FREE but tickets must be purchased in advance
Where: Palisades Credit Union Park, NY
What: Bronx Zoo Birdathon
Why: Both experts and novices can enjoy counting the birds at the Zoo.
When: Saturday, May 14, $15/Children, $30/Adult (Includes Zoo admission plus early access)
Where: Bronx Zoo, Bronx, NY
What: New York Baby Show
Why: Celebrate your bump, baby, or toddler at this not-to-be-missed event.
When: Saturday, May 14 & Sunday, May 15, 10am-4pm, $20 per individual, $30 per family
Where: Pier 92, NYC
What: Nyack Famous Street Fair
Why: Blocks and blocks of vendors, food, entertainment and more.
When: Sunday, May 15, 10am-5pm
Where: Downtown Main St., Nyack, NY
Why: Kids learn how to grow veggies and herbs and take home what you plant.
When: Sunday, May 15, 1-3pm, Ages 6+, $15, Reservations required at 973-962-9534
Where: Carriage House, 2 Morris Rd., Ringwood
Why: An awe-inspiring illumination of amazing works of art at this not to be missed nighttime display.
When: Various dates and times from April 29 through May 30, Ages 3-17/$16, Adults/$20-$25.
Where: Van Cortlandt Manor, 525 S Riverside, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
What: UniverSoul Circus
Why: Kids of all ages will be mesmerized by the performance of extreme motorsports, free-flying aerial acts, dancing elephants, twirling bicycles and more.
When: May 18-30, various times, ticket prices range from $16-$40
Where: 430 Broad Street, Newark, NJ
Upcoming:
What: Cooking for Teens: Sushi
Why: Let them learn how to roll like a pro…
When: Thursday, May 19, 4pm, Ages 11-17, $35
Where: Chef Central Paramus, 240 Rt. 17 N., Paramus
What: Children's Gardening Class at Fresh & Fancy Farms
Why: Learn the basics to starting your own veggie garden.
When: Thursday, May 19, 4-5pm, $15
Where: 575 River Rd., New Milford
Why: An awesome, fun-filled day where you can ride the train and carousel for free, and much more.
When: Saturday, May 21, 10am, FREE
Where: Van Saun County Park, Paramus
