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Why: Snag tickets now and take the family on a night-time adventure through thousands of illuminated pumpkins arranged in outrageous designs. Click here to enter to win 4 VIP Tickets - good for any night and time - even if it's sold out!
When: Various dates starting on September 30 and throughout October & November
Where: Van Cortland Manor, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Save the Date: ZooBoo at Bergen County Zoo
Why: This always sold-out event is seriously adorable for little trick-or-treaters so don’t miss your chance to snag tickets! Tickets go on sale Tuesday, September 27th, 9am at the Zoo!
When: Friday, October 21 (6-9pm) & Saturday, October 22 (10:30am-2pm & 6-9pm), Ages 3+/$6
Where: 216 Forest Ave., Paramus
Events Not to Miss:
What: Daphne Oz: The Happy Cook Event
Why: Meet the co-host of The Chew, hear about her new book, sip on some cocktails and take a pic with Daphne Oz
When: Friday, September 23, 12pm, pre-registration required.
Where: The Women's Club of Ridgewood, 215 W. Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood
Why: Rides, games, festival food and more.
When: Now thru Sunday, September 25 (6-11pm during the week, Sat 1-11pm, Sun 1-8pm)
Where: 445 Fifth Ave., River Edge
What: Les Tout Petits Fall Factory Sale
Why: Up to 70% off retail prices at this amazing Pop Up Sale.
When: Now thru Saturday, September 24 (10am-7pm during the week, Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-2pm)
Where: 600 Grand Ave., Ridgefield
What: Franklin Lakes Festival
Why: Rides, rims, and rock-and-roll.
When: Friday, September 23, 6-10pm
Where: DeKorte Drive in front of Borough Hall
Why: An awesome three-day celebration with tons of family fun.
When: Friday, September 23 (5-11PM), Saturday, September 24 (4-11pm) & Sunday, September 25 (2-8pm), Pre-Sale tickets/$20
Where: Hogan’s Park
Why: Because this #bigfatgreek fest does not dissapoint.
When: Friday, September 23 thru Sunday, September 25 (12-11pm & 12-7pm on Sunday)
Where: 467 Grandview Ave., Wyckoff
What: Demarest Day
Why: Spend a fun day outdoors with the fam.
When: Saturday, September 24, 12-4pm
Where: Demarest Duck Pond
What: Mahwah Day 2016
Why: Kid games, rides, pony rides, a dog show, fireworks at dusk and more.
When: Saturday, September 24, 12-8pm, FREE
Where: Commodore Perry Field, Mahwah
What: Lupardi's Nursery Opening Weekend
Why: Head over to this local spot and enjoy the fall festivities including their brand new corn maze.
When: Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25, 10am-5pm
Where: 75 Blanch Ave., Closter
Why: Head over to this local spot and enjoy the fall festivities including their brand new corn maze.
When: Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25, 10am-5pm
Where: 75 Blanch Ave., Closter
Why: Food, drinks, prizes and a brand new rescue truck your little jr. firefighter will love.
When: Saturday, September 24, 1-5pm, FREE
Where: 100 Memorial Drive
Why: Pumpkin decorations, crafts, tours and more.
When: Saturday, September 24, 11am-1pm
Where: 271 Livingston St., Northvale
What: Autumn Campfire & Night Hike
Why: Because nothing says autumn like s'mores and the outdoors.
When: Saturday, September 24, 6:30-8:30pm, $10
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Field Station Dinosaurs Opening Day
Why: Because it's opening day for the dinos and NJ's "Bat Man" Joe D'Angeli will be there.
When: Saturday, September 24, 10am-5pm
Where: 40 Fort Lee Rd. Leonia
Why: Because it's opening day for the dinos and NJ's "Bat Man" Joe D'Angeli will be there.
When: Saturday, September 24, 10am-5pm
Where: 40 Fort Lee Rd. Leonia
Why: Yummy seasonal food, scarecrow making, pumpkins, crafts, rides and more.
When: Saturday, September 24, 10am-4:30pm
Where: Wyckoff Municipal Field
What: Open Casting Call
Why: An exciting opportunity for your child to show off their talent to industry professionals.
When: Sunday, September 25, 2pm-4pm, Pre-registration encouraged.
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, 411 E. Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Fall Festival
Why: Enjoy the season of new beginnings with seasonal family fun.
When: Sunday, September 25, 9:30am-1pm
Where: Upper School Field, 143 Charlotte Place, Englewood Cliffs
What: Apple Cider Making at Tenafly Nature Center
Why: A fav Bergen autumn tradition is back. Press and make your own cider.
When: Sunday, September 25, 12:30pm, 2pm & 3:30pm, $11/Adult, $22/Adult & Child
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Glen Rock Autumn Craft Street Fair
Why: Crafts, inflatables, festival foods and more at this charming town's street fair.
When: Sunday, September 25, 11am-4pm, FREE
Where: Rock Rd., Glen Rock
What: NamasDAY
Why: A full day of fun and fitness for adults and kids. Enjoy outdoor yoga, bounce house, carnival games, music and shop from local vendors.
When: Sunday, Septmber 25, 8am-3pm, $10/kid, $20-30/adult
Where: Life Time Athletic Bergen County, 10 Van Riper Road, Montvale
Why: Shop locally and enjoy the unique wares for sale.
When: Sunday, September 25, 11am-3pm
Where: New Milford Teaneck Elk Lodge, 1 Patrolman Ray Woods Lane, New Milford
Why: Crafts, music, seasonal foods, and apples galore.
When: Sunday, September 25, 9am-2pm
Where: Main Street Train Station
Why: Run to provide help and hope to anyone affected by cancer.
When: Sunday, September 25
Where: Bergen Community College, 400 County Road, Paramus
What: Fort Lee Restaurant Week
Why: 22 restos participating in this first-ever four day event. Prix fixe menus range from $15-$25 for three-course meals
When: Now thru Sunday, September 25
Where: Participating restaurants
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
What: Morningside Lights
Why: Celebrate Pulitzer Prize honorees with a community-created lantern procession.
When: Saturday, September 24, 8pm
Where: Morningside Park (116 Street & Morningside Avenue), NYC
What: Masons & Shriners Rodeo
Why: Wild west fun with a mechanical bull, pony rides, barrel racing and more.
When: Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25, doors open 10:30am, Rodeo at 1pm, Adults/$30, Ages 2-12/$20 (Use code 2013 to save $4 on each ticket)
Where: German Masonic Park, 89 Western Highway, Tappan, NY
Why: Kids activities, vineyard tours, food trucks, fireworks and more.
When: Saturday, September 24 & Sunday, September 25, Tickets start at $8
Where: 85 Archertown Rd., New Egypt
Why: Because the fried oreos await you…
When: Now thru Sunday, September 25
Where: Little Italy, NYC
What: Hoboken Fall Arts & Music Festival
Why: Art, live music, kids activities and more.
When: Sunday, September 25, 11am-6pm
Where: Washington St. bet. Observer Highway & 7th St.
Why: The corn maze is OPEN! (and we love ourselves a good cornmaze), plus family fun including moon bounce, pony rides, and wagon trains.
When: Open daily, 9am-6pm, Tickets start at $6, prices vary based on day and time.
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester
Why: 16th Century games, rides, arts, crafts, food, music and dance.
When: Now thru October 2, Ages 5-12/$12, Adults/$25
Where: Tuxedo Park, NY
Why: Amazing “trek tech” experience as you become a cadet at the Starlet Academy. Check out the overnights too!
When: Now thru October 31, Ages 5+/$18, Adults/$25
Where: Pier 86, W. 46th St. & 12th Ave., NYC
Upcoming:
What: Fresh & Fancy Farms Back to the Garden Festival
Why: Tye-dye t-shirts, make your own flower crowns, seasonal pizzas, salads, grilled corn & peaches, homemade pies & more.
When: Saturday, October 1, 12-4pm
Where: 575 River Rd., New Milford
What: Leonia Oktoberfest
Why: Because you forgot to book your tix to Munich.
When: Saturday, October 1, 4-11pm, Adults/$5, Kids are FREE
Where: American Legion Hall, 399 Broad Ave., Leonia
What: Liberty Science Center Family Weekends in the MakerLab
Why: Get mentorship and hands-on access to technology that will make your Halloween costume beyond Pinterest worthy.
When: Saturdays: October 1, 15, 22, 29, 10am or 1pm, Ages 12-18, Pre-registration required
Where: Liberty State Park, Jersey City
Why: Get mentorship and hands-on access to technology that will make your Halloween costume beyond Pinterest worthy.
When: Saturdays: October 1, 15, 22, 29, 10am or 1pm, Ages 12-18, Pre-registration required
Where: Liberty State Park, Jersey City
