We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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What: Ridgewood Car Show
Why: Bring the fam and check out this incredible line up of vehicles sure to impress.
When: Friday, September 9, 6-9pm, FREE
Where: Memorial park at Van Neste Square
What: Dumont Day Celebration
Why: A day of family fun outdoors.
When: Saturday, September 10, 10am-6pm
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Dumont
Why: Arts and crafts at this educational and fun event.
When: Saturday, September 10, 1:30-3pm
Where: 4-02 River Rd., Fair Lawn
What: Harrington Park Town Day
Why: Kids activities, food, and more.
When: Saturday, September 10, 12-4pm
Where: Highland Field, Harrington Park
Why: All you can eat grub, live music, kids games and more.
When: Saturday, September 10, 2-7pm, Ages 10-17/$15, Adults/$30
Where: 20 Franklin St., Tenafly
What: Haworth Day
Why: Foods, rides, vendors and more.
When: Saturday, September 10, 1-6pm
Where: Terrace Ave., Haworth
Why: Check out this wacky puppet show.
When: Saturday, September 10, 10am-2pm (every hour), FREE
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, Macy’s Court on Level 2
Why: Teens compete against each other in a 400 yard lake swim and a 5K run.
When: Saturday, September 10, Ages 13-18, 7am Check in
Where: Indian Trail Club, Franklin Lakes
What: Upper Saddle River Day
Why: Enjoy carnival ride, family games, face painting, stage performances and more family fun.
When: Saturday, September 10, 1pm-6pm, food wristbands can be purchased in advance at the USR Library or Borough Hall for $30 for a family up to 6, $10 for an individual, free for seniors (62 and over) and children under 6. Tickets will also be available the day of.
Where: Lions Park, 236-, 240 Lake St, Upper Saddle River
What: Ramsey Day
Why: A pancake breakfast, arts and crafts, pony rides, kids games and more.
When: Saturday, September 10, 8am-7pm
Where: Main Street, Ramsey
Why: Come see what the J is all about. Sample classes, moon bounce, balloonologist, face painting, giveaways, discounts and more.
When: Sunday, September 11, 1-4pm, Free and open to the community
Where: 411 E. Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: CFA's 9/11 Nat'l Day of Service & Remembrance Event
Why: Join the Center for Food Action and help local children who face daily hunger by helping to assemble 3,000 weekend snack packs. Check the website for details on how to sign up.
When: Sunday, September 11, 12-4:30pm, Pre-Registration required
Where: Englewood Field Club, 341 Engle St., Englewood
Why: And so it begins! A fav Bergen Autumn tradition is back.
When: Sunday, September 11, 12:30pm, 2pm & 3:30pm, $11/Adult, $22/Adult & Child
Where: 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
What: Hoboken Italian Festival
Why: Delicious eats, live music, entertainment and more along the Hudson.
When: Now thru Sunday, September 11
Where: Along Sinatra Drive, Hoboken
Why: Music, dancing, s’mores, and lanterns lighting up the sky.
When: Saturday, September 10, $45
Where: Poconos, Pennsylvania
What: West Rock Indoor Back to School Open House
Why: Play baseball, lacrosse and basketball with their top coaches plus bounce houses, bubble ball, dodgeball and more.
When: Sunday, September 11, 12-3pm, FREE, click here to reserve your spot
Where: Main Street & Broadway, Downtown Nyack
Why: Over 300 vendors, live entertainment and more.
When: Sunday, September 11, 10am-5pm
Where: 21 Pralle Lane, Nanuet, NY
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 starting Friday, September 2nd, 9am-6pm, Tickets start at $6, prices vary based on day and time.
Where: 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester
Why: Over 30 farm fun activities, including hay rides, obstacle courses, ball arcades, corn maze and more.
When: Now thru September 11, 10am-5pm
Where: 451 State Rt. 94, Vernon
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
Why: Snag tickets now and take the family on a night-time adventure through thousands of illuminated pumpkins arranged in outrageous designs.
When: Various dates staring on September 30 and through out October & November
Where: Van Cortland Manor, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
What: 7th Annual Blauvelt Sons of Italy Italian Feast
Why: Rockland's answer to everything Italian for four fun days.
When: Thursday, September 15 thru Sunday, September 18 (Thursday/5-11pm, Friday/5pm-12am, Saturday/11am-12am, Sunday/12-9pm
Where: Tappan Masonic Park Fair Grounds, Tappan
Upcoming:
Why: Your little monkey get curious like George as they explore key concepts in science, math, and engineering.
When: Saturday, September 17 thru January 8
Where: Liberty Science Center, Jersey City
Why: Fun games, carnival rides, food and more.
When: Friday, September 16, 5pm-10pm, Saturday, September 17, 2pm-10pm and Sunday, September 18, 1pm-7pm
Where: 105 Harrison St., New Milford
Why: Enjoy the art shows and musical artists along with food and drinks.
When: Sunday, September 18, 11am-6pm
Where: Old River Road/Thompson Lane, Edgewater
What: Dancing with Volcanoes LSC After Dark
Why: Signature drinks, a DJ dance party, David Bowie laser show and more for 21 and over museum guests.
When: Thursday, September 15, 6-10pm, $15-21
Where: Jersey City
