We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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Events Not to Miss:
What: Cresskill UNICO Annual Carnival
Why: Three days of rides, games, food, and more.
When: Now thru Saturday, May 7, 5:30pm
Where: Cresskill Pool Parking Area, 3rd St., Cresskill
What: Hillsdale Fire Department Carnival
Why: Carnival season rolls out another fun event!
When: Now thru Saturday, May 7, Friday (6-11pm) & Saturday (2-11pm)
Where: Train Station at Hillsdale Ave., Hillsdale
What: Movie Night Under the Stars
Why: Bring a blanket and chairs, keep an eye out for the ice cream truck, and watch "The Sandlot" out on the field to celebrate the beginning of baseball season.
When: Friday, May 6, 7pm
Where: Wakelee Field, Demarest
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 7, 10am-2pm, ages 6-14, FREE
Where: Academy of Our Lady, 180 Rodney St., Glen Rock
Why: Shearing demonstrations, crafts, story time, and more.
When: Saturday, May 7, 10am-4:30pm
Where: 216 Forest Ave., Paramus
What: Custom FREE Chic Mommy & Me Fashion Illustrations by Dallas Shaw
Why: The talented fashion illustrator to the stars will be drawing one of a kind mommy and me portraits for you!
When: Saturday, May 7, 11am to 3pm, FREE
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Concierge Lounge
Why: Paint and have fun at this fundraiser to benefit “Healing of the Heart” retreat for Mothers of heart angels.
When: Saturday, May 7, 3-5pm, $50 includes supplies for two people, Pre-Registration required
Where: The Craft Clique, 342 Union Ave., Rutherford
What: Future Foodies
Why: Kids learn how to make a healthy and yummy meal.
When: Saturday, May 7, 10-11:30am, ages 6-12, $20, email MichelleS@vpcpartners.com to register.
Where: Karl's Appliance, 469 N Route 17 South, Paramus
What: Storytime with Sergio Ruzzier at The Curious Reader
Why: The author reads and signs his new book “This Is Not A Picture Book!”
When: Saturday, May 7, 11am, FREE
Where: 229 Rock Rd., Glen Rock
Why: Select a flower, plant it, and make Mom a card. #sweet
When: Sunday, May 8, 10am-2pm, FREE
Where: 575 River Rd., New Milford
Why: A beautiful family walk. Bring the camera!
When: Sunday, May 8, 10am-12pm, $5
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Mother’s Day Breakfast at Demarest Farms
Why: Enjoy a complimentary breakfast on the farm in honor of YOU.
When: Sunday, May 8, 9am-12pm, FREE
Where: 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale
What: Rubin Run
Why: A run/walk to support individuals with special needs.
When: Sunday, May 8, 7:15 start
Where: 411 East Clinton, Tenafly
Why: A run/walk to support individuals with special needs.
When: Sunday, May 8, 7:15 start
Where: 411 East Clinton, Tenafly
What: Conversations with Authors Mrs. Lura Bush & Jenna Bush
Why: A moderated discussion of their book “Our Great Big Backyard.”
When: Tuesday, May 10, 8-9pm, $20, Pre-Registration required
Where: Wyckoff Family YMCA, 691 Wyckoff Ave., Wyckoff
Why: A moderated discussion of their book “Our Great Big Backyard.”
When: Tuesday, May 10, 8-9pm, $20, Pre-Registration required
Where: Wyckoff Family YMCA, 691 Wyckoff Ave., Wyckoff
What: Barefoot Books at The Big Playhouse
Why: Storytime, crafts, open play and a book sale.
When: Tuesday, May 10, 3:30—5:30pm, Ages 2+, $25
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: Storytime, crafts, open play and a book sale.
When: Tuesday, May 10, 3:30—5:30pm, Ages 2+, $25
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
What: Free Cone Day at Haagen-Dazs
Why: Because, it's free ice cream!
When: Tuesday, May10, 4-8pm, FREE
Where: All Haagen-Dazs stores
Why: Because, it's free ice cream!
When: Tuesday, May10, 4-8pm, FREE
Where: All Haagen-Dazs stores
What: Ridgewood Touch-A-Truck
Why: The ultimate way to spend the day with your vehicle obsessed kid.
When: Thursday, May 12, 9am-2pm
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, Ridgewood
Why: The ultimate way to spend the day with your vehicle obsessed kid.
When: Thursday, May 12, 9am-2pm
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, Ridgewood
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: Wine tastings, food trucks, kids activities, vineyard walks and more.
When: Saturday, May 7, 12-6pm, $15/Advanced, $20/At the Door
Where: 9 Rocktown Rd., Ringoes
Why: Foodies of the veggie persuasion can have a blast with entertainment, a kids area, amazing food and more.
When: Saturday, May 7- Sunday, May 8, 11am-6pm, $35 per day, $60 for both
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St., NYC
What: Secaucus Green Festival
Why: A petting zoo, rocking climbing, butterfly exhibit, pony rides, food trucks and more.
When: Saturday, May 7, 10am-4pm, FREE
Where: Secaucus Xchange
What: Palisades Climb Adventure New Zipline Grand Opening
Why: This indoor ropes course just got even better with a NEW Sky Rail Zipline
When: Saturday, May 7, 10am
Where: Palisades Center Mall, 4590 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack, NY
Why: This indoor ropes course just got even better with a NEW Sky Rail Zipline
When: Saturday, May 7, 10am
Where: Palisades Center Mall, 4590 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack, NY
What: Bella Princess Mother's Day Royal Ball
Why: Brunch, activities, princesses, dancing and more.
When: Saturday, May 7, 10am-12pm, $53.73
Where: The Graycliff, 122 Moonachie Ave., Moonachie
Why: Brunch, activities, princesses, dancing and more.
When: Saturday, May 7, 10am-12pm, $53.73
Where: The Graycliff, 122 Moonachie Ave., Moonachie
Why: A Photo Booth, open play, crafts, food and refreshments, and more.
When: Sunday, May 8, 9:30am & 12:30pm, $50 (One child & one adult)
Where: 40 Riverwalk Pl., West New York
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
Why: Meet the zoo’s newest ambassadors- giraffes!
When: Tuesday, May 10
Where: 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
Upcoming:
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: The Best Baby Shower Ever at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center
Why: Expectant moms will be briefed on everything from pediatric care to baby care basics and breastfeeding- and will get some awesome swag too!
When: Sunday, May 15, 2-4pm, Free
Where: 350 Engle St., Englewood
What: Superhearts Walk/Family Fun Day
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
