
We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Kick back and enjoy a night of excitement.
When: Wednesday May 17-Sunday May 21
Where: 32 Locust Ave., Emerson
Why: The trucks are rolling in at this fun family day.
When: Thursday May 18, 9 am-2 pm
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, Ridgewood
Why: Enjoy live animal and science shows, plus more earth-related celebrations.
When: Saturday May 20, 10 am-3 pm
Where: 24 Industrial Ave., Ridgefield Park
What: Open Cockpit Day
Why: Hop into the pilots seat and pretend to take flight.
When: Saturday May 20, 10:30 am-4 pm
Where: The Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of NJ, 400 Fred Wehran Dr., Teterboro
Why: Enjoy a family-friendly race for a good cause.
When: Sunday May 21, 8 am-12 pm
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Tinx Book Signing
Why: Meet the podcaster and author of the new book, The Shift.
When: Monday May 22, 6 pm
Where: Bookends, 211 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
Why: Plenty of rides, games, and fun for all ages.
When: Wednesday May 24-Sunday May 28, 6-11 pm
Where: 34 Maple Ave., Hackensack
What: Sunday Farmer's Market
Why: The season is back with tasty vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment
When: Sundays through October 29, 9 am-2 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
If you're heading out of Bergen:
Why: Kids get in on the fun with metal detecting, dino renditions, cracking geodes, and more.
When: Wednesday May 17-Sunday May 21, 12-8 pm
Where: NJ Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison
Why: What the classic film in a totally new way.
When: Saturday May 20, 8 pm
Where: NJPAC, 1 Center St., Newark
Why: Bring the kids for hayrides, pony rides, and more farm fun.
When: Now through Sunday May 21, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Alstede Farms, 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester
What: Nyack Street Fair
Why: Stroll, shop, and enjoy plenty of entertainment from the whole fam.
When: Sunday May 21, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Downtown Nyack
Upcoming Events:
What: LEAD Carnival
Why: Enjoy rides and games, with wristbands and megapasses avail too.
When: Thursday May 25-Sunday June 11, 5-11 weekdays, 3-11 weekends
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
Why: Good food and great fun at this family day of eating and entertainment.
When: Saturday May 27, 11 am-7 pm
Where: 488 Saddle River Rd., Saddle Brook