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

❄️ Sledding Spots in Bergen County

Parks & Open Spaces

• Van Saun County Park – Popular sledding hill near open fields; great for families when snow has fallen.

• Belmont Hill County Park – Garfield park with a scenic hill that’s great for winter sledding and tubing fun.

• Overpeck County Park – Large county park with rolling terrain; sled where snow accumulates in open fields.

• Goffle Brook Park – Though in nearby Hawthorne, families use slopes here for gentle sledding runs.

• Froggy Park (Tenafly) – Smaller, gentle hills ideal for younger kids and beginners.

• Samuel Nelkin County Park (Wallington) – Rolling fields with wide open sledding areas.

School & Neighborhood Hills (popular local sledding on snow days)

• Citizens Park (Ridgewood) – Classic neighborhood sledding hill — steep and fun when snow-packed.

• Midland Park High School (Midland Park) – Multiple slopes of varying steepness.

• Ridgefield Park High School (Ridgefield Park) – Long and steep hill for thrill-seeking sledders.

• Ramsey High School (Ramsey) – Short but steep hill good for repeat runs.

• Sicomac Elementary School (Wyckoff) – Gentle, wide hill for younger riders.

• Thomas Jefferson Middle School — “T.J. Hill” (Fair Lawn) – Well-known local sledding spot.

• Knickerbocker Country Club Field (Tenafly) – Open field sledding in wide space; gentle slope.

Weekend Events January 30-Feb 1, 2026

*Check all events for cancellations due to the forecast

Van Saun County Park 

📍Paramus, NJ

A large county park with open space for winter walks, playground areas, picnic spots, and trails for exploring nature with the family. Bring warm clothes and enjoy outdoor time together.

Fri, Jan 30 — Sun, Feb 1 • All weekend

Free to explore as a park space (zoo admissions and rides may have separate fees).

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, Feb 1 • 1-2 pm + 2:30-3:30 pm

Registration may be required; family-friendly outdoor exploration.

Weekend Events January 23-25, 2026

*Check all events for cancellations due to the forecast

Forest Walk — Teaneck Creek Conservancy (CANCELLED due to Forecast)

📍 20 Puffin Way — Teaneck, NJ

A winter nature walk opportunity to enjoy fresh air and gentle trails in this eco-art park (programs vary by date — check registration). Sat, Jan 24

Morning/afternoon nature walk sessions (times vary)

Typically free or donation-based; family-friendly outdoor nature 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.

Sun, Jan 25 • 11:30am & 1:00pm

Registration may be required; family-friendly outdoor exploration.

Ramsey Farmers Market — Winter Edition

📍 Main Street Train Station — Ramsey, NJ

Outdoor winter market with locally sourced produce, foods, beverages, and artisan goods — a great family stroll

Sun, Jan 25 • 10:00am – 1:00pm

Weekend Events January 16-18, 2026

Mad About Mammals

📍 Lorrimer Sanctuary — Franklin Lakes, NJ

Sat, Jan 17 • 10:00 AM

Interactive nature session about local mammals with hands-on learning for kids.

Community Science Saturday: The Science of Snow and Ice

📍 Teaneck Creek Conservancy — Teaneck, NJ

Sat, Jan 17 • 10:00 AM

Learn about snow, ice, and winter science — a fun outdoor educational event for families.

Nature Story Time

📍 Tenafly Nature Center — Tenafly, NJ

Sat, Jan 17 • 12:00 PM

Storytime and exploration in nature — great for younger kids.

Sap to Syrup

📍 Tenafly Nature Center — Tenafly, NJ

Sun, Jan 18 • 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM

Discover how tree sap becomes syrup — a hands-on winter nature experience.

Family Woodland Hike

📍 NJ Botanical Garden — Ringwood, NJ

Sun, Jan 18 • 2:00 PM

Enjoy a winter nature walk with the family.

Ramsey Farmers Market

📍 Main Street Train Station — Ramsey, NJ

Outdoor winter market with local produce, artisan goods, and tasty treats — perfect for a family stroll. Sun, Jan 18 : 10:00am–1:00pm

Free admission

Weekend Events January 9-11, 2026

Let It Glow: Holiday Lantern Spectacular

📍 Bergen County Zoo, Van Saun County Park — Paramus, NJ

Walk through larger-than-life glowing lantern displays with animals and scenes — perfect for kids and families before the season ends.

Fri, Jan 9 – Sun, Jan 11 : 4:00–8:00pm (Fri & Sun) • 4:00–9:00pm (Sat)

This seasonal light show continues through Jan. 11th

Super Pet Expo

📍 New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center — Edison, NJ

One of the East Coast’s largest pet expos with dog races, puppy playgrounds, interactive exhibits, and more — fun for animal lovers of all ages.

Fri, Jan 9 – Sun, Jan 11

Event runs during all weekend hours (check show schedule online).

Tickets online: Adults $15 • Kids (4–11) $10 • Under 3 free.

Bergen County Cards & Collectibles Show

📍 Midland Park High School -Midland Park

More than 90 tables and over 60 vendors! Buy, sell, and trade modern and vintage sports cards, Pokémon, TCG, supplies, sealed boxes, and more.

Sun, Jan 11 :  10:00am

$5 entry - Kids 12 and under FREE

NJ Eagle Festival 

📍 Meadowlands Environment Center — DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst, NJ

Celebrate bald eagles with guided eagle walks, live raptor exhibits, educational talks, kids’ activities, and music.

Sun, Jan 11 : 10:00am–2:00pm

Free family-friendly event.

Ramsey Farmers Market

📍 Main Street Train Station — Ramsey, NJ

Outdoor winter market with local produce, artisan goods, and tasty treats — perfect for a family stroll. Sun, Jan 11 : 10:00am–1:00pm

Free admission

Forest Defenders Program — Tenafly Nature Center

📍 Tenafly Nature Center — Tenafly, NJ

Kids learn about winter nature and how to clear out unwanted plant invaders to help restore the health of our woodlands and local wildlife through interactive activities.

Sun, Jan 11 : 10:00am

Hibernation Happening — Tenafly Nature Center

📍 Tenafly Nature Center — Tenafly, NJ

Discover how animals adapt to winter and stay warm for the winter with family-friendly presentations.

Sun, Jan 11: 11:00am

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