Looking for fun family friendly events near Bergen County this weekend, check out our Weekend Playlist!
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Events Not To Miss:
What: Allendale Festival Day & Car Show
Why: A fun-filled day of live music, entertainment, vendors, arts & crafts, food, exhibits, clowns, face-painting and much more.
When: Saturday, October 4, 10am-4pm
Where: West Allendale Ave, Allendale
What: Harvest Moon Family Hoedown
Why: Come yeehaw with the fam at this event with pony rides, a petting zoo, hot air balloon tether rides, square dancing, and a food court. Cowboy boots optional…
When: Sunday, October 5, 3:30-7:30pm, $10/advance, $15/gate
Where: Habernickel Family Park, 1037 Hillcrest Rd, Ridgewood
What: Disney’s Choo Choo Soul at NJPAC
Why: Disney’s Choo Choo Soul will have your toddlers to 6 year olds bopping along; and don’t be surprised if you leave humming the tunes too!
When: Sunday, October 5, Tickets start at $29.50
Where: 1 Center St, Newark
What: Casting Call at Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
Why: Come showcase your talent to industry professionals who will evaluate you for a chance to audition for NY and NJ talent agents, casting directors and managers specializing in theater, film, TV, modeling and print work.
When: Sunday, October 5, 1-3pm, Member/$15, Nonmember/$20
Where: 411 East Clinton Ave, Tenafly
What: Fall Festival at Fresh & Fancy Farms
Why: Celebrate the season with fresh apple cider doughnuts, apple cider, face painting, fall crafts, pumpkin picking, and apple tasting!
When: Sunday, October 5, 12-4pm
Where: 575 River Rd, New Milford
What: Bergen Bear Aware at Bergen County Zoo
Why: Learn about native NJ bears and what to do if you see one in your town because it COULD happen. Right, Ridgewood?
When: Sunday, October 5, 10am- 4:30pm, Adult/$4, Child 3+/$2
Where: 216 Forest Ave, Paramus
What: Cidering at Tenafly Nature Center
Why: Press and then taste your make-your-own cider!
When: Sunday, October 5, 12:30-1:30pm & 2-3pm, $10 non member
Where: 313 Hudson Ave, Tenafly
What: Leonia Oktoberfest
Why: Oktoberfest is always a blast and we love it family style. Bring the kids for activities, games, delicious German food, and treat yourself to a seasonal beer!
When: Sunday, October 5, 1-9pm, 21+/$10 (includes 1 drink), Under 21 free
Where: American Legion Hall, 399 Broad Ave, Leonia
If you’re heading out of Bergen…
What: Boo at the (Bronx) Zoo
Why: Starting this weekend, come enjoy a New York Halloween tradition at The Bronx Zoo featuring hay mazes, costume parades, musical theater, magic and much more!
When: Weekends, October 4- November 2, Adult/$34, Child 3+/$24
Where: 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY
Upcoming:
What: Oktoberfest 2014
Why: Features a high quality craft show with up to 75 crafts persons bringing their handmade crafts, German music and food, inflatable games, canoe rides, and more!
When: Saturday, October 11, 10am-5pm (Rain Date: October 18)
Where: The Duck Pond in Demarest
