Things to Do with Kids in Rockland County this Weekend

Plan a fun weekend for your family in Rockland and Bergen counties!

By NYMetroParents Staff June 9, 2021

Enjoy these fun weekend activities with your kids in Rockland County. Start planning your weekend now.

*Be sure to call venues ahead of time to make sure events are still being held in the wake of coronavirus concerns.*

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Peace in Piermont: Family Yoga

WHEN: May. 22 - Sep. 25, Saturday, 10-10:45am
WHERE: Parelli Park, 545 Piermont Avenue , Piermont, NY
AGES: All
WHAT: Foster and deepen the connection you have with yourself and your loved one, exercise, and meet other local gems from our community. WANT TO GO? $22. 845-848-2600.
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The L.E.A.D. Fest Carnival

WHEN: Jun. 3 - 20, Wednesdays-Fridays, 5-11pm; Saturdays and Sundays, 12-11pm
WHERE: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ
AGES: All
WHAT: Bring the family out to this Carnival with spectacular rides, tons of food, games and more! WANT TO GO? $30 Megapass until 6/3; $40 Megapass after 6/3; individual ride tickets available as well. 609-259-2500.
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Celebration of Love FREE

WHEN: Jun. 12 - 26, Saturdays, 12-6pm
WHERE: American Dream, 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ
AGES: All
WHAT:

Celebrate Pride Month with American Dream! At the center, there will be DJs playing, face painting and in-court entertainers every Saturday. The celebration continues online where there will be a dedicated landing page on the American Dream website for all things Pride, including product spotlights from brands, activity schedules and more.

WANT TO GO? 833-263-7326.
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Daddy & Me Superhero Day!

WHEN: Sunday, Jun. 13, 1-3pm
WHERE: Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ
AGES: 5-12
WHAT:

Just in time for Father’s Day! Dust off your superhero costume and unite with other caped crusaders at Liberty Hall! Participate in a variety of fun activities to test your superhuman powers, make a craft and snack on super delicious treats! Don't forget your camera; a favorite Superhero will make an appearance! Recommended for ages 5 – 10.

WANT TO GO? $30, 1 child and 1 adult; $25 1 child and 1 adult members; $5 additional adult. 908-527-0400.
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Children’s Concert Fundraiser

WHEN: Sunday, Jun. 13, 2:30-3:30pm
WHERE: DeWint House, 20 Livingston St., Tappan, NY
AGES: All
WHAT:

Tom Gardner of The Uncle Brothers to perform. Please bring your own picnic lunch, blanket and/or chairs. Benefit concert to help 2 seriously ill children with their medical bills.

WANT TO GO? $10 per per person, children under 2 free. 845-825-2365.
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Pride Family Sunday FREE

WHEN: Sunday, Jun. 13, 10:30am-12pm
WHERE: Creative Arts Workshop, 48 Burd St., Suite 101, Nyack, NY
AGES: 5-12
WHAT:

The Rockland County Pride Center and the Creative Art Workshop welcomes you to this family fun event of crafting, honoring family pride and cheer, refreshments, and treats too! Email [email protected] to register.

WANT TO GO? 313-510-4473.
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Stony Point PAL Bike Safety and Touch-A-Truck FREE

WHEN: Sunday, Jun. 13, 11am-3pm
WHERE: Charles Eccher Park, 40 Lowland Hill Road, Stony Point, NY
AGES: All
WHAT:

Bring your bike and helmet for a Bike Safety Course, plus enjoy giveaways, food, music, unique and cool trucks and equipment for all to see and more.

WANT TO GO? 845-786-2242.
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Zumbini with Allie! Followed by Peppa Pig Dancing!

WHEN: Sunday, Jun. 13, 9:30-10:30am
WHERE: Imagine That!!! Museum, 4 Vreeland Road, Florham Park, NJ
AGES: Newborn-5
WHAT:

Back by popular demand, Allie will lead the children through a Zumbini® program combining music, dance and educational tools for 45 minutes of can't-stop, won't-stop bonding, learning, and fun for you and your child. She will incorporate use of Bongos, Scarfs (for dancing), Egg Shakers. (each of which will be given to your child to keep) Admission includes one turf square for up to 6 people! After Allie, Peppa Pig will take the stage for a dance party and pictures with Peppa after the show! You can pre-order food which will be delivered to your square. The indoor bathrooms are open for use (masks required when inside). The show starts promptly at the time noted above however you can arrive as early as one half hour early to set up. You are welcome to bring chairs, blankets or towels. Please park in the main lot and you will be told what number square you have been assigned to. Once you are on your socially distanced square all masks can be removed. No outside food is allowed.

WANT TO GO? $60. 973-966-8000.
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Even More Weekend Fun

Joey G's Nyack Food Tours

WHEN: Apr. 17 - Sep. 4, Saturdays, 11:30am
WHERE: CREATIVE ARTS WORKSHOP, 48 Burd St., Suite 101, Nyack, NY
AGES: All
WHAT: Enjoy tastes from local culinary landmarks, and learn about Nyack, its chefs, creatives, and entrepreneurs. WANT TO GO? $45. 313-510-4473.
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Neil Berg's Night of Broadway Stars starring Rita Harvey and Danny Zolli

WHEN: Saturday, Jun. 12, 6:30-9:30pm
WHERE: Hotel Nyack , 400 High Avenue, Nyack, NY
AGES: Adult
WHAT:

Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway is the #1 Broadway Concert in the USA and has been performing at the top Performing Arts Centers for over 10 years now! For this special intimate show, Broadway World/Henry Award winner composter and producer Neil Berg will be joined by Rita Harvey (Phantom of the Opera, Fiddler on the Roof) and Danny Zolli (Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita). Delicious Dinner menu/Specialty Drinks available! (Socially distant tables spacing). Email [email protected] for any seating and ticketing questions.

WANT TO GO? $35 each plus $25 minimum Food/Beverage per person..
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Teen PRIDE Community Project FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Jun. 12, 12:30-1:30pm
WHERE: Livingston Public Library, 10 Robert H Harp Drive, Livingston, NJ
AGES: 9-17
WHAT:

Teens and tweens will plant a container garden at the Livingston Public Library to celebrate Pride Month! This event will take place in person. You will be planting flowers outdoors: dress accordingly! Rain date: Saturday, June 19th.

WANT TO GO? 973-992-4600.
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Tri-County Fair

WHEN: Jun. 16 - 19, Thursday and Friday, 6-11pm; Saturday, 3-11pm; Sunday, 1-7pm
WHERE: Christ Church, 140 Green Pond Road, Rockaway, NJ
AGES: All
WHAT: Enjoy carnival attractions, rides, games, live music, fireworks and more! WANT TO GO? Admission is free; $15-$50, ticket sheets; $30, 1 day ride band; $1.25 individual ride ticket; $6 pony rides; $5 monster truck. 973-783-1010.
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We love weekends because they allow us to spend quality time with our kids, whether with a fun day trip to a nearby family-friendly destination or a family day of fun that's close to home in Rockland County or Bergen County, NJ. There’s lots to do this weekend with your family, from concerts and performances to museum exhibits, shows, crafts activities, seasonal events, parades, and more, so you're sure to find the perfect thing to do with your family in Rockland or Bergen this weekend. Look no further for ideas and plan your weekend with our guide that highlights the best family-friendly (in-person and virtual) events happening in and around Rockland County, including family fun in Nanuet, Haverstraw, Garnerville, Nyack, Warwick, Palisades, Montgomery, New City, and West Nyack, as well as awesome family fun in Bergen County, NJ, including things to do in Hillsdale, Paramus, Englewood, Ramsey, and nearby Jersey City. Browse our calendar for hundreds of things to do each month, and check out our weekend roundups for Westchester, Long Island, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens!

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