Sponsored Post: This Saturday, November 18th from 4:00pm – 6:00pm, head to Palisades Center, in West Nyack, NY, East Court on Level One, to welcome Santa at his Grand Arrival party!We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
What: Kick-Off to the Holidays
Why: Day-long activities include Santa pics, Z100 entertainment, storytime, and a tree lighting.
When: Friday November 17, 11 am-5:30 pm
Where: Bergen Town Center, Route 4 East & Forest Ave., Paramus
What: Mrs. Claus' Kitchen
Why: Help Mrs. Claus bake and enjoy holiday activities in the kitchen.
When: Friday November 17-Sunday December 24, 11 am-8 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Santa Photos
Why: Smile with Santa or book an extended visit with a Signature Santa experience.
When: Friday November 17-Saturday December 23, 11 am-6:45 pm
Where: The Shops at Riverside, 390 Hackensack Ave., Hackensack
What: Ali Stroker
Why: Meet the Tony Award winner and author of Cut Loose.
When: Saturday November 18, 1 pm
Where: Bookends, 211 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
What: Fall Boutique
Why: Give yourself or someone you love these fashionable finds from the JCC's one stop gift shop.
When: Sunday November 19, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, 411 E Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Photos With Santa
Why: The big guy is back for meet and greets and special smiles.
When: Now through Sunday December 24, 11 am-7 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Winter Lantern Festival
Why: Thousands of Chinese lanterns light up American Dream in these dazzling displays.
When: Now through Sunday December 31, 1-8:30 pm
Where: American Dream, One American Dream Way, East Rutherford
Why: Stroll through the zoo filled with animal-inspired lanterns.
When: Now through Sunday January 14, 4-8 pm Sundays-Thursdays, 4-9 pm Fridays-Saturdays
Where: Bergen County Zoo, 216 Forest Ave., Paramus
If You're Heading Out of Bergen:
Why: Stroll through the totally lit zoo with winter and animal-themed displays, plus special events throughout the season.
When: Friday November 17-Sunday December 31, 5-9 pm
Where: Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
What: Holiday Lights
Why: The holiday fest brings new animal lanterns, animated shows, train rides, ice sculpture, and so much more.
When: Friday November 17-Sunday January 7, 3-7 pm
Where: Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx
Why: Hop in your car and take a drive through digital animations, twinkling lights, and holiday fun.
When: Friday November 17-Saturday December 30
Where: PNC Bank Arts Center, 116 Garden State Pkwy., Holmdel
Why: Visit the New York Botanical Gardens for its annual holiday train display tradition and dazzling lights display.
When: Friday November 17-Saturday January 13, 5-10 pm for Glow, 10 am-6 pm for Train Show
Where: New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx
What: Santa's Grand Arrival
Why: Get ready for Santa's appearance with a hot chocolate bar, twinkling balloons, music, and more holiday festivities.
When: Saturday November 18, 4-6 pm
Where: Palisades Center, 1000 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack
What: Jinglefest Craft Fair
Why: Start your holiday shopping with local goods and unique gifts.
When: Sunday November 19, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Wayne Hills High School, 272 Berdan Ave., Wayne
Why: The annual light show is here with a drive-thru light fest, plus photos with Santa, music, and s'mores.
When: Wednesday November 22-Saturday December 30, 5-8:30 pm
Where: Skylands Stadium, 94 Championship Pl., Augusta
Why: It's all aboard for a magical ride to the North Pole with dancing elves, Santa, and more holiday cheer.
When: Now through Saturday December 30, select available times
Where: 1 Railroad Plaza, Whippany
Upcoming Events:
What: Orchard of Lights
Why: The drive-thru holiday experience is back with 32 acres of twinkling displays, plus Santa and hot cocoa at the end.
When: Thursday November 23-Friday December 29, 5-9 pm
Where: Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale
