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We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
Events Not to Miss:
Why: It's all fun and games for this pre-fall fest.
When: Thursday September 7- Friday September 8, 5:30-10 pm, Saturday September 11, 4-11 pm, Sunday September 10, 3-8 pm
Where: Teaneck Armory, 1999 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck
Why: Foodies, this is for you. Top restaurants entertain your palate, and live music feeds the soul.
When: Thursday September 7, 6-10 pm, Sunday September 10, 12-5 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Circus Vasquez
Why: High-flying acrobatics and eye-popping tricks.
When: Friday September 8-Monday September 25, Mondays-Fridays, 7:30 pm, Weekends, 1 pm, 4 pm, 7 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
Why: The musical storytime for little ones has singing, dancing, instruments, crafts, and more.
When: Saturday September 9, 11 am
Where: Bergen Town Center, Route 4 East & Forest Ave., Paramus
What: Lake Tappan Day
Why: Bring the family for a day of paddling on the water.
When: Saturday September 9, 8 am-3 pm
Where: Lake Tappan, Washington Ave. North, Old Tappan
What: Butterfly Festival
Why: Spend the day with these winged creatures and enjoy games, crafts, and more fun.
When: Saturday September 9, 10 am-3:30 pm
Where: Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, 120 Muser Dr., Cornwall
Why: Kids rides and shopping to start, and fireworks at dusk to end the weekend.
When: Saturday September 9, 10 am-8 pm
Where: 500 Mola Blvd., Elmwood Park
What: Open Cockpit Day
Why: Hop into the captian's see and pretend to take flight.
When: Sunday September 10, 10:30 am-4 pm
Where: The Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of NJ, 400 Fred Wehran Dr., Teterboro
What: Fall Showcase
Why: Get a taste of what the JCC has to offer with sample classes, mini facials, and more.
When: Sunday September 10, 11 am-2 pm
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, 411 East Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Apple Cider Making
Why: Cider season has arrived, with apple lessons and more.
When: Sunday September 10, 2-4:30 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
Why: The legendary singer and actress along with teacher Mentzel signs their new picture book, Proud Mouse.
When: Tuesday September 12, 4 pm
Where: Books & Greetings, 271 Livingston St., Northvale
Why: Be wowed by acrobatics, tricks, and more at this limited-time circus.
When: Thursday September 14-Saturday September 23, check schedule for daily times
Where: American Dream, One American Dream Way, East Rutherford
What: Sunday Farmer's Market
Why: The season is back with tasty vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment.
When: Sundays through October 29, 9 am-2 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus
If You're Heading Out of Bergen:
What: Bluey's Big Play
Why: Join the infamous TV cartoonfamily are they embark on an adventure, live on stage.
When: Saturday September 9-Sunday September 10, 11 am and 2 pm
Where: NJPAC, 1 Center St., Newark
What: Fall Festival
Why: Bring the kids for activities like tractor rides and pig races, and take a trip to pumpkinville.
When: Saturday September 9-Sunday October 29, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Happy Day Farm, 135 Iron Ore Rd., Manalapan
Why: Stroll the famous fair for local shopping, entertainment, and activities.
When: Sunday September 10, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Main Street & Broadway, Nyack
What: Food Truck Festival
Why: Enjoy delish eats on the farm, plus more family fun.
When: Sunday September 10
Where: Ort Farms, 25 Bartley Rd., Long Valley
What: Farm Festival
Why: Come to the farm for music, picnic spots, and a visit with animals.
When: Thursday September 14, 5-7 pm
Where: City Green Farm Eco-Center, 171 Grove St., Clifton
Why: Hop over the Bergen border for rides, games, food, and family fun.
When: Now through Sunday September 10, Tuesday-Friday 5-10 pm, Weekends 2-10 pm
Where: The Shops at Nanuet, 5101 Fashion Dr., Nanuet
Why: Visit the OG sunflower maze for gorgeous photo ops, plus even more fun for kids like scavenger hunts and a bug safari.
When: Now through Sunday September 17, 9 am-sunset
Where: Liberty Farm, 101 Route 645, Sandyston
Why: Head back in time for live entertainment, special themed weekends, performances, and more.
When: Now through Sunday October 8, 10 am-7 pm
Where: 600 Rt. 17A, Tuxedo, NY
Upcoming Events:
Why: Celebrate autumn with a visit to the farm for some fall farm.
When: Saturday September 16-Tuesday October 31, Mondays-Fridays, 3-5 pm, Weekends 9:30 am-4 pm
Where: Secor Farms, 85 Airmont Ave., Mahwah
Why: Magicians and balloon artists for them, beer garden and eats for you.
When: Saturday September 16, 11 am-5 pm
Where: The Hermitage, 335 North Franklin Tpke., Ho-Ho-Kus