Bergen County Moms Family Fun Guide: March 2026 Activities & Events

Weekend Events Mar 13- Mar 15, 2026

*Check all events for cancellations due to the forecast

☘️ Bergen County St. Patrick’s Day Parade

📍 Bergenfield, NJ

One of the largest Irish heritage celebrations in the county, the annual Bergen County St. Patrick’s Day Parade features marching bands, Irish dancers, bagpipers, community groups, and festive floats. Families gather along Washington Avenue to celebrate Irish culture and kick off St. Patrick’s Day festivities.

Sun, Mar 15 • Flag Raising 1:00 PM • Parade 2:00 PM

Free admission

The parade begins at South Washington Avenue and West Englewood Avenue and marches north along Washington Avenue.

Seasonal Scavenger Hunt — Tenafly Nature Center

📍 313 Hudson Avenue — Tenafly, NJ

Families with children 4 and up will receive a printed set of clues to independently solve nature riddles along Nature Center trails. Each family will need to work as a team as they hike along the trails to complete the hunt.

Sat, Mar 14 + Mar 15 - 1 pm

Registration may be required; family-friendly outdoor exploration.

Sap to Syrup — Tenafly Nature Center

📍 313 Hudson Avenue — Tenafly, NJ

Learn how maple sap becomes syrup and discover which trees are tapped — hands-on and educational for kids and adults alike. Sessions include outdoor exploration and identification of tree species, sap flow explanations, and tapping practice.

Sun, Mar 15 - 1 pm

Registration may be required; family-friendly outdoor exploration.

J. A. McFaul Environmental Center

📍 Wyckoff, NJ

An 81-acre environmental park featuring scenic walking trails, gardens, a duck pond, and wildlife habitats — perfect for a peaceful family nature outing. Kids can explore native plants and animals while enjoying fresh air and open space. A great spot for birdwatching, nature walks, and low-key outdoor learning.

Fri, Mar 13 – Sun, Mar 15 • Open Daily (weather permitting)

Free admission

Environmental programs and seasonal events may require registration; check county website for current hours and updates.

The Celery Farm

📍 Allendale, NJ

A beautiful 107-acre freshwater wetland preserve offering peaceful walking trails, birdwatching, and scenic nature views. Known as one of Bergen County’s top wildlife habitats, it’s home to hundreds of bird species and a variety of native plants and animals — perfect for a quiet family nature walk or outdoor adventure.

Open daily • Dawn to Dusk

Free to explore

Natural trails may be muddy — wear appropriate footwear.

Tenafly Nature Center Trails

📍 Tenafly, NJ

A peaceful nature preserve with wooded walking paths and a nature center — ideal for a family hike and outdoor exploration any time this weekend.

Fri, Mar 13 – Sun, Mar 15 • All weekend

Bergen County Zoo at Van Saun County Park

📍 Paramus, NJ

The Bergen County Zoo is open daily (10:00 am – 3:30 pm; last entry at 3:00 pm) and free to visit during winter, weather permitting. Guests can explore indoor and outdoor animal exhibits, and the Zoo’s Education & Discovery Center offers hands-on learning opportunities. Train and carousel rides are currently closed for the season.

Fri, Mar 13 – Sun, Mar 15 - 10 am – 3:30 pm

Zoo admission is free this time of year (weather permitting).

*Please always check event websites or social media for the most up-to-date times and details.