We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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Don’t forget to check out our HUGE Halloween Activity Roundup - from the frightening to just plain old spooky- we’ve got something for everyone in your eerie gang.
Events Not to Miss:
What: Cooking for Kids: Halloween Cupcakes
Why: Cupcake making by the littlest (and cutest) chefs.
When: Thursday, October 15, 1pm, Ages 3-5, $20
Where: Chef Central, 240 Rt. 17 N., Paramus
What: Nicholas Sparks at Books and Greetings
Why: Because his new book “See Me” will make you cry as much as “The Notebook”.
When: Thursday, October 15, 7pm
Where: 271G Livingston St., Northvale
What: Beginner Painting Workshop for Adults at Westfield Garden State Plaza
Why: Join One River School and explore fundamental painting techniques.
When: Friday, October 16, 11am-12:30pm, FREE, Pre-Registration required
Where: Lord & Taylor Court, Westfield Garden State Plaza
What: Monster Mash Dance Party
Why: A fun halloween party with food, costumes, fun and more.
When: Friday, October 16, 6:30pm, $7, Pre-registration required
Where: The River Vale Community Center, 628 Rivervale Rd., River Vale
What: Halloween Dress Rehearsal at The Disney Store
Why: If your little is Disney obsessed, take them in their costume to march in the parade.
When: Friday, October 16 (5:30-7pm) & Saturday, October 17 (11am-12:30pm), Ages 3 and over, FREE
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Eastern Christian School Touch-A-Truck
Why: Give your little gear-head a taste of the action.
When: Saturday, October 17, 10am-2pm (Quiet hour between 10-11am), $20, Pre-registration available
Where: 25 Baldin Drive, Midland Park
What: Hillsdale Fright Night
Why: Wear your costume and take your pick from a non-scary path or a scary path, enjoy the bake sale, jump in the bounce house, and more.
When: Saturday, October 17, 6-9pm, Rain Date: Sunday, October 18
Where: Beechwood Park on the corner of Hillsdale Ave. & Everdell Ave., Hillsdale
What: Pink Day at Abma’s Farm
Why: Pink donuts, a pink pony (don’t forget the cam), and of course, seasonal fun. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to Valley Hospital’s Breast Center Fund.
When: Saturday, October 17, 10:30am-3:30pm
Where: 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
What: David Weinstone from Nick Jr. at Books and Greetings
Why: The talented creator of Music for Aardvarks presents his book “Music Class Today”.
When: Saturday, October 17, 11am
Where: 271G Livingston St., Northvale
What: Wyckoff Education Foundation 5K
Why: Three different runs, one great cause.
When: Saturday, October 17, 10am, $10-$25
Where: Eisenhower Middle School, 344 Calvin Ct., Wyckoff
What: Pottery Barn Kids Spooktacular Event
Why: Face painting, crafts, Halloween treats and a lot of fun at PBK!
When: Saturday, October 17, 10am-1pm, Ages 4+, $5 donation per child for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Foundation
Where: The Shops at Riverside, Hackensack
What: Bergen County Wellness Festival
Why: Free health assessments, holistic health vendors, pumpkin patch, kids activities and more.
When: Saturday, October 17, 10am-4pm, $5
Where: The Hermitage, 335 N. Franklin Tpke., Hohokus
What: World Class Sports Academy Grand Opening Event
Why: An entire day of kids activities, fitness classes, food tastings, and more at this new family sports facility.
When: Saturday, October 17, 8am-5pm, FREE
Where: 701 Broadway, Westwood
What: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Casting Call
Why: Your kid can showcase their talent to industry professionals
When: Sunday, October 18, 1:00-3:00pm, $15 members, $20 non-members
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave, Tenafly
What: Thielke Arboretum Fall Festival
Why: Crafts, homemade treats, relay races, outdoor fun, live music and more.
When: Sunday, October 18, 1:30-4:30pm, $20 per family, $8/individual
Where: 460 Doremus Ave., Glen Rock
What: Harvest Homecoming at Historic New Bridge Landing
Why: Enjoy a historical harvest good time with pumpkin-picking, a beer garden, seasonal foods, and more.
When: Sunday, October 18, 1-5pm, Adults/$12, Kids & Students/$8
Where: 1201 Main St., River Edge
What: River Vale Day
Why: Rides, food, crafts, vendors, and more family fun.
When: Sunday, October 18, 11am-3pm, FREE
Where: Mark Lane Sports Complex, River Vale
What: The Great Fall Festival at Flat Rock Brook
Why: Seasonal activities, live music, bbq, and more.
When: Sunday, October 18, 1-4pm, Adults/$13, Ages 6-17/$9
Where: 443 Van Nostrand Ave., Englewood
What: Ridgewood Fire Department Open House
Why: Pay your local heroes a visit.
When: Sunday, October 18, 1:30-3:30pm
Where: 201 E. Glen Ave., Ridgewood
What: Cidering at Tenafly Nature Center
Why: The last weekend to press and then taste your make-your-own cider!
When: Sunday, October 18, 12:30pm & 2pm, $10
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Meet and Greet Elmo at The Big Playhouse
Why: Meet the legend himself and enjoy creative free play.
When: Sunday, October 18, 3:30-5:30pm, Pre-registration by Wednesday, October 16 required, $28
Where: 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
What: Coffee & Crafts Tuesdays at Couture Craft Studio
Why: Make your morning coffee routine a creative one while the kids are at school.
When: Tuesday, October 20, 9-10:30am, $35
Where: 10 Franklin Tpke., Waldwick
If you’re heading out of Bergen…
What: Hoboken Harvest Festival
Why: Pony rides, a petting zoo, hay maze, inflatables, music and a ton more autumn family fun.
When: Saturday, October 17, 11am-3pm
Where: Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Dr., Hoboken
What: Bronx Zoo Boo at the Zoo
Why: Have you checked out “Mystery & Mischief” at the Zoo yet? This weekend check out The Preschool of Rock along with tons of magic and fun.
When: Weekends now thru Sunday, November 1
Where: Bronx, NY
What: The Great Pumpkin Train
Why: Choo Choo your way through the beautiful fall landscape and land at a pumpkin patch.
When: October Weekends (Check website for times)
Where: Delaware River Road Excursions, 100 Elizabeth St., Phillipsburg
What: Kids Fest: Stages in the Square
Why: A FREE performing arts festival for the kiddos.
When: Saturday, October 17, 10am-3pm, FREE
Where: Madison Square Park, NYC
What: Laurita Winery Fall Food Trucks & Fire Pits Weekend
Why: Over two dozen Food Trucks, kids activities, beautiful scenic views and our fav: wine.
When: Saturday, October 17 (11am-11:30pm) & Sunday, October 18 (11am-9:30pm), 12+/ $8
Where: 85 Archertown Rd., New Egypt
What: BOO at the Boardwalk
Why: Trick or treating, pumpkin patches, a beach maze, and much more waiting for you on the boardwalk.
When: Saturday, October 17 & Sunday, October 18 & Saturday, October 24 & Sunday, October 25, 12-4pm
Where: Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach
What: Heritage of West Nyack Fall Festival
Why: Fall fun at its best with good food, pumpkin picking and decorating, a petting zoo, and more.
When: Sunday, October 18, 12-5pm
Where: 131 Germonds Rd., West Nyack
Upcoming:
What: Tenafly Street Fair and Craft Show
Why: Shop the vendors and enjoy the live entertainment, kids activities and more.
When: Saturday, October 24 & Sunday, October 25, 11am-5pm
Where: Washington St. near West Railroad Ave., Tenafly
What: 9th Annual NYC Food Film Festival
Why: An amazing event combining movies and food- if you consider yourself a foodie, you won’t want to miss this. Be sure and snag tix to their family event, “Eat Your Movies”, on Saturday, October 24!
When: Thursday, October 22 thru Sunday, October 25, Check website for ticket prices and time, BergenMama readers use the Code BERGENMAMA15 for 15% off all tickets and VIP Passes!
Where: AMC Empire 25, Times Square, NYC
What: Spectrum for Living Tricky Tray at Seasons
Why: Purchase tickets now for this fun event to help support this Bergen based organization.
When: Wednesday, November 18, 6:30-10:30pm, $65
Where: Seasons, 644 Pascack Rd., Twp. of Washington
