Bergen County Moms Family Fun Guide: September 2026 Activities & Events
Weekend Events Sept 25 - Sept 27, 2026
*Please always check event websites or social media for the most up-to-date times and details.
Fall Farm Fun & Hayrides
Rohsler’s Nursery
📍 Allendale, NJ
Kick off fall with a classic hayride through Rohsler’s 16-acre nursery and horse farm. Kids can visit the barnyard animals, explore the children’s maze and play carnival games. Admission includes a sugar pumpkin and cup of fresh apple cider.
Saturday & Sunday | 10 AM–4:30 PM
Secor Farms
📍 Mahwah, NJ
Includes a scenic hayride to the pumpkin patch, two corn mazes, a petting zoo, and a hay maze. Pumpkins are additional. Advance online tickets are required on weekends. The farm market also has apples, fresh-pressed cider and homemade cider donuts.
Saturday and Sunday 10 AM–4:30 PM.
Abma's Farm Market, Greenhouse, and Barnyard Petting Zoo
📍 Wyckoff, NJ
Take a scenic hayride through the farm fields to the pumpkin patch and pick the perfect pumpkin to bring home. This Saturday is also Abma’s Autumn Bash, with live music, face painting, fresh cider donuts, seasonal food and more fall fun. Hayride and petting zoo tickets are sold separately and reservations are recommended.
Saturday, September 26 | Fall activities throughout the day
Demarest Farms
📍 Hillsdale, NJ
Make it a classic fall farm day with seasonal apple and pumpkin picking, fresh cider, cider donuts and a stop at the farm market. Then come back after dark—the farm’s Halloween Light Show opens Saturday night, with acres of Halloween-themed lights to drive through.
Open Saturday & Sunday | Farm 8 AM–5 PM
*Halloween Light Show Saturday | Timed tickets required
Stokes Farm
📍 Old Tappan, NJ
One of Bergen County’s longtime family farms, Stokes Farm is a great stop for locally grown produce and seasonal farm fun. Fall activities can include pumpkin picking and hayrides (check website).
Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM • Sunday | 10 AM–3 PM
Farmers & Outdoor Markets
Shop local produce, baked goods, specialty foods, crafts, and artisan products. The popular and family-friendly markets run on weekends (check weekend schedule) throughout the season and are always a popular family outing.
Ramsey Farmers' Market
Ridgewood Farmers Market
Franklin Lakes Farmers & Artisan Market
Westwood Farmers Market (check weekly schedule)
Englewood Farmers Market
Parks & Nature Centers
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 outing. Great for birdwatching, nature walks, and outdoor learning.
Open daily (weather permitting)
Free admission
Environmental programs and seasonal events may require registration; check county website for updates
Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve
📍 Franklin Lakes, NJ
Enjoy a relaxing day on the water with kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals from Ramsey Outdoor. After paddling, explore the scenic lakeside trails, boardwalks, and picnic areas at one of Bergen County's most beautiful nature preserves. Perfect for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts!
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free admission - rental fees for water activities
The Celery Farm
📍 Allendale, NJ
A beautiful 107-acre freshwater wetland preserve offering peaceful walking trails, birdwatching, and scenic nature views. One of Bergen County’s top wildlife habitats—perfect for a quiet family nature walk.
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free to explore
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 anytime this Memorial Day weekend.
All weekend
Nature Center hours may vary by day
🍎 Apple Cider Making
Get into the fall spirit and learn how fresh apple cider is made! Families can help use the press while learning about apples and the history of cider making.
Sat, Sept 27 | 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM & 3:00 PM
Bergen County Zoo at Van Saun County Park
📍 Paramus, NJ
The Bergen County Zoo is open daily (10:00 am – 4:30 pm; last entry at 4:00 pm). Explore indoor and outdoor animal exhibits, plus the Education & Discovery Center for hands-on learning.
All weekend
Carousel + Train (inside Van Saun Park)
OPEN for the season (weather permitting)
Hours: approx. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (last tickets ~4:45 pm)
Cost: about $3 per ride
Saddle River County Park Bike & Walk Paths
📍 Bergen County, NJ
Enjoy miles of scenic paved paths perfect for biking, walking, or scootering. A great way to get outside and enjoy the spring weather with playground stops along the way.
Open daily
Free
Abma’s Farm Market + Barnyard Animals
📍 Wyckoff, NJ
A local favorite for fresh produce, baked goods, and a small barnyard area where kids can see animals up close. A simple, easy family stop for a spring outing.
All weekend • Market hours
Market: Free entry (pay per purchase)
Barnyard/petting zoo: Small admission fee per person
Ramapo Valley County Reservation
📍 Mahwah, NJ
A scenic hiking destination with trails, waterfalls, and open space to explore. Great for families with older kids looking for a more active outdoor adventure.
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free
Van Saun County Park Playground + Picnic Areas
📍 Paramus, NJ
One of Bergen County’s most popular family parks featuring large playgrounds, open green space, picnic areas, train rides, and plenty of room for kids to run around all weekend long.
Overpeck County Park
📍 Leonia, Ridgefield Park & Teaneck, NJ
One of Bergen County’s largest parks, spanning Englewood, Leonia, Palisades Park, Ridgefield Park, and Teaneck, offering scenic waterfront walking and biking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, open fields, and beautiful views along Overpeck Creek. Families can enjoy biking, scootering, playground time, wildlife spotting, or simply relaxing outdoors.
All weekend • Open Daily
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Free Admission
Weekend Events Sept 18 - Sept 20, 2026
Town Celebrations & Festivals
Ridgewood's Art in the Park
📍 Memorial Park at Van Neste Square
Explore Ridgewood's Fine Arts Fair in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square. Stroll through the park and enjoy a beautiful display of original works by talented artists.
Sat, Sept 19 | 11:00 - 4:00 pm
Ridgewood's Fall Craft & Art Street Fair
📍 Downtown Ridgewood – East Ridgewood Avenue
Spend Saturday strolling through downtown Ridgewood and checking out works from artists at this outdoor fine art fair.
Sun, Sept 20 | 11-5 PM
Admission: Free
Civil War Day at The Hermitage
📍 The Hermitage Museum, 335 Franklin Turnpike, Ho-Ho-Kus
Step back in time as Civil War reenactors bring a 19th-century military camp to life on the historic Hermitage grounds. Families can experience living history and learn more about Civil War-era camp life.
Sat, Sept 19 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Farmers & Outdoor Markets
Shop local produce, baked goods, specialty foods, crafts, and artisan products. The popular and family-friendly markets run on Saturdays throughout the season and are always a popular family outing.
Ramsey Farmers' Market
Ridgewood Farmers Market
Franklin Lakes Farmers & Artisan Market
Westwood Farmers Market (check weekly schedule)
Englewood Farmers Market
Parks & Nature Centers
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 outing. Great for birdwatching, nature walks, and outdoor learning.
Open daily (weather permitting)
Free admission
Environmental programs and seasonal events may require registration; check county website for updates
Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve
📍 Franklin Lakes, NJ
Enjoy a relaxing day on the water with kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals from Ramsey Outdoor. After paddling, explore the scenic lakeside trails, boardwalks, and picnic areas at one of Bergen County's most beautiful nature preserves. Perfect for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts!
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free admission - rental fees for water activities
The Celery Farm
📍 Allendale, NJ
A beautiful 107-acre freshwater wetland preserve offering peaceful walking trails, birdwatching, and scenic nature views. One of Bergen County’s top wildlife habitats—perfect for a quiet family nature walk.
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free to explore
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 anytime this Memorial Day weekend.
All weekend
Nature Center hours may vary by day
🍎 Apple Cider Making
Get into the fall spirit and learn how fresh apple cider is made! Families can help use the press while learning about apples and the history of cider making.
Sat, Sept 19 | 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM & 3:00 PM
Bergen County Zoo at Van Saun County Park
📍 Paramus, NJ
The Bergen County Zoo is open daily (10:00 am – 4:30 pm; last entry at 4:00 pm). Explore indoor and outdoor animal exhibits, plus the Education & Discovery Center for hands-on learning.
All weekend
Carousel + Train (inside Van Saun Park)
OPEN for the season (weather permitting)
Hours: approx. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (last tickets ~4:45 pm)
Cost: about $3 per ride
Saddle River County Park Bike & Walk Paths
📍 Bergen County, NJ
Enjoy miles of scenic paved paths perfect for biking, walking, or scootering. A great way to get outside and enjoy the spring weather with playground stops along the way.
Open daily
Free
Abma’s Farm Market + Barnyard Animals
📍 Wyckoff, NJ
A local favorite for fresh produce, baked goods, and a small barnyard area where kids can see animals up close. A simple, easy family stop for a spring outing.
All weekend • Market hours
Market: Free entry (pay per purchase)
Barnyard/petting zoo: Small admission fee per person
Ramapo Valley County Reservation
📍 Mahwah, NJ
A scenic hiking destination with trails, waterfalls, and open space to explore. Great for families with older kids looking for a more active outdoor adventure.
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free
Van Saun County Park Playground + Picnic Areas
📍 Paramus, NJ
One of Bergen County’s most popular family parks featuring large playgrounds, open green space, picnic areas, train rides, and plenty of room for kids to run around all weekend long.
Overpeck County Park
📍 Leonia, Ridgefield Park & Teaneck, NJ
One of Bergen County’s largest parks, spanning Englewood, Leonia, Palisades Park, Ridgefield Park, and Teaneck, offering scenic waterfront walking and biking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, open fields, and beautiful views along Overpeck Creek. Families can enjoy biking, scootering, playground time, wildlife spotting, or simply relaxing outdoors.
All weekend • Open Daily
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Free Admission
Weekend Events Sept 11 - Sept 13, 2026
Town Celebrations & Festivals
34th Annual Ridgewood Car Show
📍 Downtown Ridgewood – East Ridgewood Avenue
Stroll through downtown Ridgewood and check out an impressive collection of classic, antique and specialty cars, plus live entertainment.
*This year’s event will also include a special 9/11 Tribute Ceremony at 7 PM honoring first responders and those impacted by September 11.
Friday, September 11 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Admission: Free
Bergen County 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
📍 Overpeck County Park, Leonia
Bergen County will commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11 with its annual memorial ceremony at the Bergen County 9/11 Monument. The gathering honors the 347 Bergen County residents who were lost as well as first responders and others affected by 9/11.
Friday, September 11 | 3:30 PM
Admission: Free
Ho-Ho-Kus Day
📍 Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
A community celebration with family-friendly activities and entertainment.
Sat, Sept 12, 12:00–6:00 PM
Ridgefield Food Truck & Music Festival
📍 Ridgefield, NJ
The Ridgefield PBA Local 330 annual festival returns with food trucks, live music and community fun.
Saturday, September 12 | Starts at 11:00 AM
Dumont Day
📍 Dumont, NJ
A community celebration with family activities and entertainment, including a special “Bash the Trash Trashganza” performance beginning at noon.
Saturday, September 12 | 12:00–5:00 PM
Rain Date: Sunday, September 13
Farmers & Outdoor Markets
Shop local produce, baked goods, specialty foods, crafts, and artisan products. The popular and family-friendly markets run on Saturdays throughout the season and are always a popular family outing.
Ramsey Farmers' Market
Ridgewood Farmers Market
Franklin Lakes Farmers & Artisan Market
Westwood Farmers Market (check weekly schedule)
Englewood Farmers Market
Parks & Nature Centers
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 outing. Great for birdwatching, nature walks, and outdoor learning.
Open daily (weather permitting)
Free admission
Environmental programs and seasonal events may require registration; check county website for updates
Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve
📍 Franklin Lakes, NJ
Enjoy a relaxing day on the water with kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals from Ramsey Outdoor. After paddling, explore the scenic lakeside trails, boardwalks, and picnic areas at one of Bergen County's most beautiful nature preserves. Perfect for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts!
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free admission - rental fees for water activities
The Celery Farm
📍 Allendale, NJ
A beautiful 107-acre freshwater wetland preserve offering peaceful walking trails, birdwatching, and scenic nature views. One of Bergen County’s top wildlife habitats—perfect for a quiet family nature walk.
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free to explore
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 anytime this Memorial Day weekend.
All weekend
Nature Center hours may vary by day
🍎 Apple Cider Making
Sunday, September 12-13 | 3:00 PM
Bergen County Zoo at Van Saun County Park
📍 Paramus, NJ
The Bergen County Zoo is open daily (10:00 am – 4:30 pm; last entry at 4:00 pm). Explore indoor and outdoor animal exhibits, plus the Education & Discovery Center for hands-on learning.
All weekend
Carousel + Train (inside Van Saun Park)
OPEN for the season (weather permitting)
Hours: approx. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (last tickets ~4:45 pm)
Cost: about $3 per ride
Saddle River County Park Bike & Walk Paths
📍 Bergen County, NJ
Enjoy miles of scenic paved paths perfect for biking, walking, or scootering. A great way to get outside and enjoy the spring weather with playground stops along the way.
Open daily
Free
Abma’s Farm Market + Barnyard Animals
📍 Wyckoff, NJ
A local favorite for fresh produce, baked goods, and a small barnyard area where kids can see animals up close. A simple, easy family stop for a spring outing.
All weekend • Market hours
Market: Free entry (pay per purchase)
Barnyard/petting zoo: Small admission fee per person
Ramapo Valley County Reservation
📍 Mahwah, NJ
A scenic hiking destination with trails, waterfalls, and open space to explore. Great for families with older kids looking for a more active outdoor adventure.
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free
Van Saun County Park Playground + Picnic Areas
📍 Paramus, NJ
One of Bergen County’s most popular family parks featuring large playgrounds, open green space, picnic areas, train rides, and plenty of room for kids to run around all weekend long.
Overpeck County Park
📍 Leonia, Ridgefield Park & Teaneck, NJ
One of Bergen County’s largest parks, spanning Englewood, Leonia, Palisades Park, Ridgefield Park, and Teaneck, offering scenic waterfront walking and biking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, open fields, and beautiful views along Overpeck Creek. Families can enjoy biking, scootering, playground time, wildlife spotting, or simply relaxing outdoors.
All weekend • Open Daily
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Free Admission
Weekend Events Sept 4 - Sept 7, 2026
*Please always check event websites or social media for the most up-to-date times and details.
Free Summer Concert Series in Bergen County
Westwood Community Band Outdoor Concert
📍Westwood, NJ
Enjoy an outdoor performance by the Westwood Community Band.
Sun, Sept 6 at 5:00 PM
Town Celebrations & Festivals
Ho-Ho-Kus Day
📍 Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
A community celebration with family-friendly activities and entertainment.
Sat, Sept 5, 12:00–6:00 PM
111th Annual St. Joseph Festival
📍 40 Spring Street, Lodi
Celebrate Labor Day weekend at this longtime Bergen County tradition featuring live music, food, rides, games and family festivities. The festival concludes Monday with a 4 PM Mass, procession and live music.
Friday, Sept 4 – Monday, Sept 7
Garfield Annual Fireworks Display
📍Garfield, NJ
Kick off the weekend with an evening of community fun and fireworks in Garfield.
Fri, Sept 4, 5:00–8:00 PM
Farmers & Outdoor Markets
Shop local produce, baked goods, specialty foods, crafts, and artisan products. The popular and family-friendly markets run on Saturdays throughout the season and are always a popular family outing.
Ramsey Farmers' Market
Ridgewood Farmers Market
Franklin Lakes Farmers & Artisan Market
Westwood Farmers Market (check weekly schedule)
Englewood Farmers Market
Parks & Nature Centers
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 outing. Great for birdwatching, nature walks, and outdoor learning.
Open daily (weather permitting)
Free admission
Environmental programs and seasonal events may require registration; check county website for updates
Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve
📍 Franklin Lakes, NJ
Enjoy a relaxing day on the water with kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals from Ramsey Outdoor. After paddling, explore the scenic lakeside trails, boardwalks, and picnic areas at one of Bergen County's most beautiful nature preserves. Perfect for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts!
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free admission - rental fees for water activities
The Celery Farm
📍 Allendale, NJ
A beautiful 107-acre freshwater wetland preserve offering peaceful walking trails, birdwatching, and scenic nature views. One of Bergen County’s top wildlife habitats—perfect for a quiet family nature walk.
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free to explore
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 anytime this Memorial Day weekend.
All weekend
Nature Center hours may vary by day
🍎 Apple Cider Making
Sunday, September 6 | 3:00 PM
Bergen County Zoo at Van Saun County Park
📍 Paramus, NJ
The Bergen County Zoo is open daily (10:00 am – 4:30 pm; last entry at 4:00 pm). Explore indoor and outdoor animal exhibits, plus the Education & Discovery Center for hands-on learning.
All weekend
Carousel + Train (inside Van Saun Park)
OPEN for the season (weather permitting)
Hours: approx. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (last tickets ~4:45 pm)
Cost: about $3 per ride
Saddle River County Park Bike & Walk Paths
📍 Bergen County, NJ
Enjoy miles of scenic paved paths perfect for biking, walking, or scootering. A great way to get outside and enjoy the spring weather with playground stops along the way.
Open daily
Free
Abma’s Farm Market + Barnyard Animals
📍 Wyckoff, NJ
A local favorite for fresh produce, baked goods, and a small barnyard area where kids can see animals up close. A simple, easy family stop for a spring outing.
All weekend • Market hours
Market: Free entry (pay per purchase)
Barnyard/petting zoo: Small admission fee per person
Ramapo Valley County Reservation
📍 Mahwah, NJ
A scenic hiking destination with trails, waterfalls, and open space to explore. Great for families with older kids looking for a more active outdoor adventure.
Open daily • Dawn to dusk
Free
Van Saun County Park Playground + Picnic Areas
📍 Paramus, NJ
One of Bergen County’s most popular family parks featuring large playgrounds, open green space, picnic areas, train rides, and plenty of room for kids to run around all weekend long.
Overpeck County Park
📍 Leonia, Ridgefield Park & Teaneck, NJ
One of Bergen County’s largest parks, spanning Englewood, Leonia, Palisades Park, Ridgefield Park, and Teaneck, offering scenic waterfront walking and biking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, open fields, and beautiful views along Overpeck Creek. Families can enjoy biking, scootering, playground time, wildlife spotting, or simply relaxing outdoors.
All weekend • Open Daily
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Free Admission
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