We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: JoJo Siwa at Bookends
Why: Meet the YouTube sensation and Dance Moms star.
When: Wednesday, October 4, 4:30 p.m.
Where: 211 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
GIVEAWAY! Events Not to Miss:
What: Fall Harvest Festival
Why: Craft fair, carnival rides, face painters, animals and more. Stop by the Bergen Mama table and say hello!
When: Friday, September 22 (6 - 9 p.m.) through Sunday, September 24 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Where: Van Saun County Park, Paramus
Why: Rides, games, festival food and more.
When: Now through Sunday, September 24 (Fri. 6 - 11 p.m., Sat 1 - 11 p.m., Sun 1 - 8 p.m.)
Where: 445 Fifth Ave., River Edge
Why: Because this #bigfatgreek fest does not dissapoint.
When: Friday, September 22 through Sunday, September 24 (12 - 11 p.m. & 12 - 7 p.m. on Sunday)
Where: 467 Grandview Ave., Wyckoff
Why: Brick oven pizza under the stars.
When: Friday, September 22, 5 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: 575 River Rd., New Milford
What: Franklin Lakes Festival
Why: Rides, rims and rock-and-roll.
When: Friday, September 22 (6 - 10 p.m.) & Saturday, September 23 (12 - 8 p.m.)
Where: DeKorte Drive in front of Borough Hall
Why: FREE Ice Cream (as if you need another reason)
When: Saturday, September 23
Where: 2 E. Palisades Ave, Englewood
Why: Because nothing says autumn like s'mores and the great outdoors.
When: Saturday, September 23, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Ages 5+, $10
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Mahwah Day
Why: Kid games, rides, pony rides, a dog show, fireworks at dusk and more.
When: Saturday, September 23, 12 - 8 p.m., FREE
Where: Commodore Perry Field, Mahwah
What: Leonia Oktoberfest
Why: Biergarten fun with the fam.
When: Saturday, September 23, 2 - 9 p.m., Adults/$5, Kids are FREE
Where: American Legion Hall, 399 Broad Ave., Leonia
What: Norwood Day
Why: Live music, rides, games, petting zoo and more.
When: Saturday, September 23, 2 - 6 p.m.
Where: 455 Broadway, Norwood
Why: Yummy seasonal food, scarecrow making, pumpkins, crafts, rides and more.
When: Saturday, September 23, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where: Wyckoff Municipal Field
What: Piano Workshop at Bergen County Open House
Why: Try out pianos, tour the school, meet the teachers and enjoy the music and refreshments.
When: Saturday, September 23, 1 - 4 p.m.
Where: 10 Wilsey Square. Ridgewood
Why: Try out pianos, tour the school, meet the teachers and enjoy the music and refreshments.
When: Saturday, September 23, 1 - 4 p.m.
Where: 10 Wilsey Square. Ridgewood
Why: A Halloween explosion including a haunted greenhouse, a feeding zoo, hayrides, a corn maze and more.
When: Saturday, September 23 & Sunday, September 24, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: 75 Blanch Ave., Closter
Why: An amazing immersive and gorgeous experience right here in Bergen County.
When: Open Wednesdays through Sundays, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. through the end of October, $5 for 1 adult/2 kids. Advanced registration recommended.
Where: 313 Hudson Ave, Tenafly
What: Field Station Dinosaurs
Why: The Dinos are back and better than ever!
When: Saturdays and Sundays from September 23 through November 12, also open Thursday, November 9 and Friday, November 10.
Where: Overpeck County Park, 40 Fort Lee Rd., Leonia
Why: Embrace sweater weather and enjoy all the fun seasonal activities on the farm.
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (get there when they open to avoid the parking issues) and Mondays through Fridays, 3 - 4:30 p.m., Ages 2+/$7
Where: 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale
Why: Enjoy this Bergen tradition where you get to press and make your own cider.
When: Sunday, September 24, 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. & 4:30 p.m., $10 or Family/$30
Where: 313 Hudson Ave, Tenafly
What: Taste of Westwood
Why: An unforgettable tasting of food, wine and craft beer.
When: Sunday, September 24, 5 - 8 p.m., $55
Where: Westwood Library
What: Englewood Cliffs PTA Fall Festival
Why: Carnival games, inflatable slides, bouncers, face painting, airbrush tattoos, arts & crafts, and food.
When: Sunday, September 24, 12 - 4 p.m., Wristbands $15 (advance purchase discounts available)
Where: Upper School Field, 143 Charlotte Pl, Englewood Cliffs
What: Glen Rock Fall Festival
Why: Crafts, inflatables, local vendors, festival foods and more at this charming town's street fair.
When: Sunday, September 24, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., FREE
Where: Rock Rd., Glen Rock
What: Oradell Harvestfest
Why: Food trucks, live music, vendors and more.
When: Sunday, September 24, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m
Where: Memorial Park, Oradell
Why: Delicious international foods, entertainment, games and raffles.
When: Sunday, September 24, 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where: Van Saun County Park, Paramus
Why: Pumpkins, a corn maze, apple cider donuts, a petting zoo and more.
When: Weekday hayrides started Monday, September 18 (3 p.m. - 5 p.m.) and weekend hayrides start Saturday, September 23 (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.), $4
Where: 85 Airmont Ave., Mahwah
Why: A fun Mommy, Daddy and me music series.
When: Wednesdays: September 27, October 11, October 25 & November 8, 11 - 11:30 a.m. & 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., FREE, 18 months to 4 years old
Where: The Outlets at Bergen Town Center, Paramus
Why: Yoga in their covered pavilion with a new nature theme every week—adults only!
When: Thursdays now through October 19, 6 - 7:30 p.m., $75 for 6 week series, $15 single class
Where: 313 Hudson Ave, Tenafly
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
Why: The Island of Sodor comes to Jerz.
When: Opens Saturday, September 23 through May 2018
Where: Liberty Science Center
Why: Farm animals, delicious seasonal foods, a corn maze, a hay crawl and more at this fall celebration.
When: Saturday, September 16 through Sunday, November 5. Check the website for dates and hours.
Where: 451 State Route 94, Vernon
Why: The corn maze is OPEN! (and we love ourselves a good corn maze), plus family fun including moon bounce, pony rides and wagon trains.
When: Open daily, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tickets start at $6, prices vary based on day and time.
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester
Why: Because the fried oreos await you…
When: Now thru Sunday, September 24
Where: Little Italy, NYC
Why: Art, live music, kids' activities and more.
When: Sunday, September 24, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Where: Washington St. between 8th & 14th St.
Why: Authentic German food, brews, live music, kids activities and more.
When: Saturday, September 23 & Sunday, September 24, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., Tickets start at $10
Where: 200 Route 94, Vernon
What: World Maker Faire
Why: Amazing interactive exhibits and presentations.
When: Saturday, September 23 & Sunday, September 24, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: New York Hall of Science, NYC
Why: A pirate-themed catch-and-release fishing derby.
When: Saturday, September 23, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., FREE, Pre-Registration required
Where: Laurel Hill Park Promenade, Secaucus
Why: Delicious grub to support People to People of Rockland County.
When: Saturday, September 23, 12 - 6 p.m.
Where: 61 Hunt Road, Orangeburg, NY
Why: 16th-century games, rides, arts, crafts, food, music and dance.
When: Weekends now through October 1, Ages 5 to 12/$12, Adults/$25
Where: Tuxedo Park, NY
Why: Monster trucks on the farm, along with seasonal fun.
When: Sunday, September 24, $10
Where: Robbinsville
What: Wolf Sanctuary
Why: Take a tour and watch the wolves roam their natural landscape.
When: Saturdays & Sundays, ages 4+/$11, adults/$12. Tours last 60 to 90 min.
Where: Lititz, PA
Upcoming:
Why: Get mentorship and hands-on access to technology that will make you WIN Halloween.
When: Saturdays: October 7, 14, 21, 28, 10 a.m., Ages 10+, Pre-registration required, $200
Where: Liberty State Park, Jersey City
What: Warwick Applefest
Why: A children’s carnival, farmers market, delicious #eeeeats and apple everything at this huge event.
When: Sunday, October 1, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Warwick, NY
