Sponsored Post: It's MDW, and whether it rains or shines the fun is always on at American Dream. Offering five exciting itineraries for the whole family, pick one – or more – for an all-day adventure. Kids Dream Day Out offers fun from gem mining to Fruity Pebble funnel cakes; Teen Dream Afternoon lets them explore The Escape Game or get makeup at Morphe; grab that special someone for a Dream Date Night; take The Foodie Tour; or shop 'til you drop with the Luxury Lover experience. Plus! American Dream is excited to reopen its indoor skiing attraction, Big SNOW, on Saturday May 27th if you prefer some downhill thrills and chills.We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Springtime carnival fun.
When: Wednesday May 25-Sunday May 29
Where: Holy Trinity Church, 34 Maple Ave., Hackensack
What: LEAD Fest Carnival
Why: Live shows, food, rides and games.
When: Thursday May 26-Monday May 30, Wednesday June 1-Sunday June 5, Wednesday June 8-Sunday June 12, Wednesdays-Fridays 5-11 pm, Weekends 12-11 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
Why: A fun day of food, music, crafts and kids entertainment.
When: Saturday May 28, 11 am-7 pm
Where: 488 Saddle River Rd., Saddle Brook
What: Dinosaur Dominion
Why: Go back in time and explore the prehistoric creatures.
When: Saturday May 28, 2-3 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
Why: The dinos are back at this prehistoric wonderland.
When: Opens Saturday May 28, 10 am-6 pm
Where: Field Station, Dinosaurs, 3 Overpeck Park Driveway, Leonia
Why: Meet the actor and author of Miss Memory Lane: A Memoir.
When: Wednesday June 1, 6 pm
Where: Bookends, 211 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
Why: Food vendors, food trucks, entertainment and activities for the whole family.
When: Sundays through November 20, 9 am-2 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
Why: Enjoy songs and scenes from popular Broadway shows and hit movies.
When: Saturdays through June 25, 11 am and 1 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus
If you're heading out of Bergen:
Why: A berry good time with PYO strawberries, farm animals and sweet treats.
When: Saturday May 28-Sunday May 29, 8 am-5 pm
Where: Donaldson Farms, 358 Allen Rd., Hackettstown
Why: Skip the BBQ and enjoy shopping and fun for the family.
When: Monday May 30, 11 am-5 pm
Where: 1250 McBride Ave., Woodland Park
What: Train Show
Why: The model trains are rolling into town.
When: Now through Monday May 30, 12-5 pm, 10 am-5 pm Saturdays
Where: Pearl River United Methodist Church, 130 Franklin Ave., Pearl River
What: Candytopia
Why: Because there's always reason to visit a museum of candy.
When: Now through Sunday July 31, 10 am-8:30 pm
Where: Candytopia New York, 111 W 32nd St., NYC
What: Dinosaur Safari
Why: The dinos are roaring back, bigger and better than before.
When: Now through Sunday October 30, during zoo hours
Where: Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx
Why: Immerse yourself in the world of the popular show, from Hawkins Lab to the Palace Arcade.
When: Now through Sunday July 31, Wednesdays-Fridays 4:30-9:30 pm, Weekends 10:30 am-9:30 pm
Where: Duggal Greenhouse, 63 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn
Why: The beloved book series makes its way to NJ plus Piggie and Elephant, Knuffle Bunny and more characters.
When: Now through Monday September 5, open during museum hours
Where: Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City
Upcoming Events:
What: Pond Celebration 2022
Why: The nature-friendly fun day is back with canoe rides, music, crafts, science and more.
When: Saturday June 4, 1 pm
Where: Closter Nature Center, 154 Ruckman Rd., Closter
What: Reservoir Challenge
Why: Spend the day on the water paddling and fishing.
When: Saturday June 4, 7:30 am-4:30 pm
Where: Oradell Reservoir, 440 Lake Shore Dr., Haworth
