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: Mahwah Library All Aboard a Holiday Train
Why: An awesome train display decked out for the holidays.
When: Now thru Saturday, November 14, 10am & 2pm
Where: 100 Ridge Rd., Mahwah
What: Cooking for Teens: Thanksgiving Party
Why: Give your teen the skills to be your sous chef on the big day this year.
When: Thursday, November 12, 4pm, $35
Where: Chef Central, 240 Rt. 17 N., Paramus
What: Kids Night Out at YMCA of Ridgewood
Why: Drop the kids off for a night of pizza, snacks, movies, games and more,
When: Friday, November 13, 6-10pm, Ages 3+, $20
Where: 112 Oak St., Ridgewood
What: “Smokey Eye” Class as Muah Makeup
Why: Because every #jerseygirl needs this skill.
When: Friday, November 13, 7-9pm, $45, Limited seats available, Pre-registration required
Where: 347 Broadway, Westwood
What: Wyckoff YMCA 5th Annual Holiday Marketplace
Why: Kick-off the holiday season at this annual shopping event.
When: Saturday, November 14, 10am-4pm
Where: 691 Wyckoff Ave., Wyckoff
What: World Class Sports Academy Parent’s Night Out
Why: Craving a night out with your other half? Drop the kids off for games, crafts, pizza and fun.
When: Saturday, November 14, 6-9:30pm, Ages 3-11, Pre-registration rate/$25, Day of/$30
Where: 701 Broadway, Westwood
What: Teaneck Armory Flea Market & Collectible Show
Why: Everything from vintage to new at this outdoor flea.
When: Saturday, November 14, 9-5pm
Where: 1799 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck
What: Harrington Park 5K Fall Spectacular
Why: Have your pick between a kiddie dash, mile fun run, and 5K.
When: Saturday, November 14, $10/$15/$25, 9am
Where: Harrington Park School, 191 Harriot Ave., Harrington Park
What: Seasonal Scavenger Hunt
Why: Outdoor fun with the family.
When: Saturday, November 14, 2-3pm, $5
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Paramus Catholic Fall Craft Show
Why: Because shopping local for the holidays is the way to go.
When: Sunday, November 15, 10am-5pm, $3
Where: 425 Paramus Rd., Paramus
What: American Girl Fashion Show
Why: Celebrate the experience of being a girl at this fun fashion event.
When: Sunday, November 15, 10am & 3pm, $50, Pre-Registration required
Where: Prestige Mercedes-Benz, 755 Route 17 S., Paramus
What: JCC on the Palisades Fall Boutique
Why: An annual shopping extravaganza featuring something for everyone.
When: Sunday, November 15 (10am-5pm) & Monday, November 16 (9am-4pm), FREE admission
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Wyckoff YMCA Party For A Princess
Why: Dance excerpts from The Nutcracker, tea, crafts, and cupcakes makes the perfect party for your little princess.
When: Tuesday, November 17, 4:30-6pm, Child/$15, Adult/$10, Pre-Registration required
Where: 691 Wyckoff Ave., Wyckoff
If you’re heading out of Bergen…
What: The Mall at Short Hills Ice Palace
Why: This year the Ice Palace celebrate The Peanuts Movie, so go and get your picture taken at Snoopy’s dog house and visit with Santa.
When: Now until Thursday, December 24, 11am-6pm
Where: 1200 Morris Tpke., Short Hills
What: Santa Arrives & Tree-Lighting at Palisades Center
Why: Christmas officially arrives at the Mall.
When: Friday, November 13, 6pm
Where: 1000 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack, NY
What: The King of Chelm
Why: An interactive and whimsical musical for the whole family.
When: Saturday, November 14, Sunday, November 15, Saturday, November 21 & Sunday, November 29, 1pm, $18
Where: Kraine Theater, 85 East 4th St., NYC
What: Pie Sampling Weekend at Terhune Orchards & Alstede Farms
Why: Various homemade delicious pies ready to be sampled at two fav Jersey farms.
When: Saturday, November 14 & Sunday, November 15, Terhune (9am-5pm) & Alstede (11am-4pm), FREE
Where: 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton
What: Laurita Winery Late Fall Food Trucks & Fire Pits Weekend
Why: Wine, gourmet food trucks, fire pits, multiple bands, kids activities and more.
When: Saturday, November 14 (11am-10:30pm) & Sunday, November 15 (11am-9:30pm), $8, Kids 12 and under FREE
Where: 85 Archertown Rd., New Egypt
What: Star Wars and the Power of Costume Exhibition
Why: A must see for fans that features 70 hand-crafted costumes from the first six blockbuster Star Wars films and more.
When: Opens Saturday, November 14, Open daily, Children/$20, Adults/$27.50
Where: Discovery Times Square, 226 W. 44th St., NYC
What: Brain Day at NKI
Why: Learn all about the brain and touch a real human brain!
When: Sunday, November 15, 10am-3pm, FREE
Where: Nathan Kline Institute, 35 Third Ave., Orangeburg, NY
Upcoming:
What: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Nursery School Open House
Why: From toddlers to Kindergarteners, come experience their innovative programming and amazing facilities.
When: Friday, November 20, 9:30, FREE
Where: 411 E. Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Bars of Beauty Ladies Night
Why: $20 blowouts, discounted express facials, complimentary champs and more.
When: Friday, November 20, 5-8pm, Pre-Registration required
Where: 1 Kinderkamack Rd., Ste. 2, Oradell
What: WP Presents! Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat
Why: Your kids will laugh along as they watch their favorite mischievous cat turn a rainy afternoon into a great adventure.
When: Saturday, November 21, 2pm (pre-show creative activities begin at 1:15pm), Adult $15 and Child $12
Where: Shea Center for Performing Arts at William Paterson University, Wayne, NJ
What: Jake Says Miss Nelson is Missing – The Musical at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Why: Everyone’s favorite classic story comes to life in this musical presented by Theatreworks USA, perfect for kids ages 3 and up.
When: Sunday, November 22, 2pm-3pm, $12 in advance, $17 day of show
Where: 411 E. Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Tic Toc Children’s Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty
Why: Introduce your little theater newbie to this classic (told as a musical) and have them wear their fairy tale best.
When: Sunday, November 22, 2pm, $16
Where: Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Ridgewood
What: Neil Klatskin Day Camp Open House at the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Why: Face painting, arts and crafts, tour the facility, ask questions and a chance to win 20% off camp tuition!
When: Sunday, November 22, 12:30pm-2:30pm, FREE
Where: 411 E. Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: The Chocolate Expo
Why: A chocolate “foodie” paradise. Come purchase (and taste-test!) specialty chocolates from countless local and regional companies.
When: Sunday, November 22, 11am-7pm, Ages 5-12/$10, Adults/$15
Where: Meadowlands Expo Center, Secaucus
