We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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Why: File this under the crazy things we do for our kids and try to stay up until midnight on June 1st to snag that golden ticket.
When: Dates in late November and December, Adult/$39, Child/$29, Lap Sitter/$5
Where: Phillipsburg
Events Not to Miss:
What: Meet & Greet with Finding Dory at The Big Playhouse
Why: The adorable fish comes to this playhouse.
When: Friday, May 26, 3:30-5:30pm, $28
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: The Dinos are back and better than ever!
When: Saturday, May 27,10am-6pm, then through June 25, Check website for summer hours
Where: Overpeck County Park, 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
Why: Teachers, students, and parents drop by the store for this 30-minute project-based learning experience.
When: Saturdays in May, Check schedule for times
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Paramus
Why: Your pre-schoolers chance to enjoy this awesome trampoline park.
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 9-10am, $10
Where: 80 Commerce Dr., Allendale
Why: Look for spring birds passing through.
When: Sunday, May 28, 9-11am, $5
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Terrace, Tenafly
Why: Kid-friendly activities, music, face painting, puppet shows and more
When: Monday, May 29, 11am-6pm, FREE
Where: Cedar Lane, Teaneck
What: Closter Memorial Day Parade
Why: A parade and fun ceremony afterwards.
When: Monday, May 29, 10am
Where: Parade starts at St. Mary's and concludes with a ceremony at Veteran's Memorial Park
Why: A parade and fun ceremony afterwards.
When: Monday, May 29, 10am
Where: Parade starts at St. Mary's and concludes with a ceremony at Veteran's Memorial Park
Why: Every night is a wristband night at this fun carnival.
When: Tuesday, May 30 through Saturday, June 3, 6-10pm
Where: Lions Memorial Park Lake Street, Upper Saddle River
What: Norwood PTO Carnival
Why: Games, rides, #eeeeats and more.
When: Thursday, June 1 through Saturday, June 3 (6-10pm & Sat/ 3-11pm)
Where: Kennedy Field, 455 Broadway, Norwood
Why: Activities, games, pony rides, greek food, pastries, and more.
When: Thursday, June 1 through Sunday, June 4
Where: St. John the Theologian, 353 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
What: St. Joan of Arc Carnival
Why: A fun carnival with fireworks on Sunday.
When: Now through Sunday, May 28 (Th/Fri 6-11pm & Sat/Sun 3-11)
Where: Sloatsburg Community Fields, Sloatsburg, NY
Why: Jugglers, high flyers, high wire and more.
When: Friday, May 26 thru Monday, May 29, Ages 3+/$10, Adults/$12
Where: 1010 Route 17M, Monroe, NY
What: Sky Art Kite Festival
Why: Pack a picnic basket and enjoy the kites flying along the Manhattan skyline.
When: Saturday, May 27 & Sunday, May 28, 12-4pm, FREE
Where: Liberty State Park, Jersey City
Why: Lords and Ladies, get yourself to the most interactive ren faire in the world.
When: Weekends starting Saturday, May 27 thru Sunday, June 11
Where: 1195 Florence Columbus Rd, Bordentown Township
Why: Three days of mouth-watering food, live music, and more dts.
When: Saturday, May 27 thru Monday, May 29, Family Fun Days on Sunday & Monday, Ages 12+/$5
Where: Monmouth Park Racetrack, 175 Oceanport Ave., Oceanport
Why: A modern retelling of three classic Hans Christian Andersen tales ideal for kids ages 3-9.
When: Now thru Fall 2017, Check the website for all available dates and times, Kids/$8, Adults/$12
Where: The Cottage at Central Park
What: Butterfly Conservatory - Last Chance!
Why: You can pre-book or just wing it for this fascinating exhibit which lets you walk through a world of live butterflies.
When: Now thru May 28
Where: American Museum of Natural History, NYC
Upcoming:
What: Pizza Night on the Farm
Why: Enjoy the farm-fresh pizza straight out of the brick oven under the stars.
When: Friday, June 2, 4:30-7:30pm, $10 per pizza
Where: Fresh & Fancy Farms, 575 River Rd., New Milford
What: Little Nest Portraits Grand Opening Event
Why: Live children's music, a princess, face painting and more fun.
When: Saturday, June 3, 2-4pm, FREE, Pre-Registration Required
Where: 168 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
Why: The premiere broadcast journalist shares his insights.
When: Sunday, June 4, 7pm, $100 & VIP tickets $360
Where: Taub Auditorium, Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, Tenafly
