
We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
Why: Meet the actor and author of Walking with Sam.
When: Thursday June 1, 6 pm
Where: Books & Greetings, 271 Livingston St., Northvale
What: Norwood PTO Carnival
Why: Kids of all ages will enjoy rides, games, and fun.
When: Now through Friday June 2, 6-10 pm, Saturday June 3, 2-10 pm
Where: Kennedy Field, 453 Broadway, Norwood
Why: This community day includes music, food, fun, and games.
When: Friday June 2, 4-9 pm
Where: Glen Rock High School, 400 Hamilton Ave., Glen Rock
What: Pond Celebration
Why: Enjoy nature during this day filled with canoe rides, arts & crafts, science, and more.
When: Saturday June 3, 1-4 pm
Where: Closter Nature Center, 154 Ruckman Rd., Closter
Why: Spend the day in nature cleaning trails, making new ones, enjoying scavenger hunts, and more
When: Saturday June 3, 10 am-1 pm
Where: Demarest Nature Center, Wakelee Dr. Demarest
Why: Stroll and shop plus day-long fun.
When: Sunday June 4, 11 am-5 pm
Where: Plaza Rd., Fair Lawn
Why: Food trucks, kids entertainment, and vendors to chop.
When: Sunday June 4, 10 am-5 pm
Where: 216 Boulevard , Hasbrouk Heights
Why: Welcome in summer with this fun family night out.
When: Tuesday June 6-Saturday June 10, 6-10 pm
Where: 320 Franklin Tpke., Allendale
What: LEAD Carnival
Why: Enjoy rides and games, with wristbands and megapasses avail too.
When: Now through Sunday June 11, 5-11 weekdays, 3-11 weekends
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
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: Rides, games, Greek food, and more.
When: Thursday June 1-Sunday June 4, check schedule for daily times
Where: 1 Marycrest Rd., West Nyack
Why: Ring in summer with balloon rides, games, and festival fun.
When: Friday June 2-Sunday June 4, 2-9 pm
Where: Warren Community College, Washington, NJ
Why: Celebrate pride with music, dancing, live performances, and much more
When: Saturday June 3-Sunday June 4, 11 am-5:30 pm
Where: Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx
What: Plus Polish Festival
Why: Celebrate Polish culture through music, food, and more entertainment.
When: Saturday June 3, 11 am-10 pm, Sunday June 4, 11 am-9 pm
Where: German Masonic Park, 89 Western Highway S., Tappan
Why: Come hungry for tons of trucks, games, and activities.
When: Saturday June 3, 11 am-7 pm
Where: Donaldson Farms, 358 Allen Rd., Hackettstown
Why: The model trains are rolling in, including Thomas the Tank Engine and a kid-friendly layout.
When: Saturday June 3-Sunday June 4, 12-5 pm
Where: 575 High Mountain Rd., North Haledon
Why: More than 100 musicians are ready to jam, plus enjoy food trucks and a VIP lounge.
When: Saturday June 3-Sunday June 4, check daily lineup here
Where: Exchange Place Plaza, Jersey City
Why: Spend the day with live entertainment, food, face painting, and lots more.
When: Saturday June 3, 12-2 pm
Where: Nyack Memorial Park, 4 Depew Ave., Nyack
Why: Kids activities, food, music, and community fun.
When: Sunday June 4, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Main St., Nanuet
Why: This sweet day is filled with fruity fun on the farm.
When: Now through Sunday June 11, 8 am-5 pm
Where: Donaldson Farms, 358 Allen Rd., Hackettstown
Upcoming Events:
Why: Eye popping, bubbly fun with magic, comedy, and audience interaction.
When: Sunday June 11, 2 pm
Where: bergenPAC, 30 N Van Brunt St., Englewood
What: Hudson River Barn Dance
Why: Put on your dance shoes for a hootin' good time with live music and food.
When: Sunday June 11, 2-4 pm
Where: Alpine Picnic Area, Palisades Interstate Park
What: Crafts in the Park
Why: Shop arts & crafts, jewelry, treats, and other local goods.
When: Sunday June 11, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Broadway and 3rd Ave., Westwood