The temperature is dropping, and before you know it, we’ll have snow on the ground, but that doesn’t mean you need to stay home! We’ve compiled a full list of indoor and outdoor activities to keep you and your family having fun all Winter long. So, make a cup of hot chocolate and read on!
TRY OUT A NEW SPORT OR PLAY INDOORS!
A student at the Manhattan Fencing Center
Fencing at the Manhattan Fencing Center – 84 Honeck Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
The Manhattan Fencing Center was started in 2007 by U.S. Fencing Hall of Fame Maestro Yury Gelman. We believe that fencing success has everything to do with the club and coaches. We pride ourselves on our exceptional facility, our world-class coaches and our dynamic programs.
Offering private lessons, group training, open bouting, tournaments, camps and clinics for recreational and competitive youth and adult students.
Call now to take advantage of Manhattan Fencing Center’s 25% Grand Opening Promotion!
Learn more by following along on Facebook and Instagram
Rock Climbing at Gravity Vault – Upper Saddle River
A rock climbing gym that welcomes both novices and experts of the sport to take advantage of our top rope walls and 100+ bouldering problems!
Learn more by following along on Facebook and Instagram
Mini Golf at Monster Mini Golf – Paramus
Monster Mini Golf is 18 holes of Indoor Glow-In-The-Dark miniature golf with 2 private party rooms and an arcade filled with redemption games for kids of all ages! It’s not scary, it’s fun! Check out the new mini bowling alley! 2 lanes 33 foot long!
Call or learn more by following along on Facebook
Indoor Skydiving at iFLY – Paramus
Gear up and experience the sensation of flying in our state-of-the-art vertical wind tunnels.
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Toddler Turf Time at The Fountain Fitness Center – Ramsey
Bring your tot in to run, jump, play ball, burn off some energy and have fun on our amazing newly renovated 12,000 square foot open turf field. We provide all of the games and equipment, like various balls (of all shapes and sizes), hula hoops, mats to climb on, obstacle courses and more! We employ a fun staff that loves Toddlers! The perfect pairing.
Call to take advantage of a special introductory offer or to learn more.
Open Play at NJ Swingsets – Midland Park
Rain, shine or anytime – come play on our swingsets! Best for children ages 2-9! Days and times vary so be sure to visit the website.
SEE A SHOW, VISIT THE AQUARIUM OR HAVE FUN WITH LEGOS!
A fun penguin creation at LEGOLAND Discovery Center New Jersey
Spend the day at LEGOLAND Discovery Center – East Rutherford
Come explore an indoor Winter Wonderland filled with all kinds of LEGO® holiday-themed creations made up of thousands of LEGO bricks. Make awesome LEGO creations, test your ninja skills in the NINJAGO Training Camp, eat at the LEGO Cafe and so much more.
See a holiday show at the Bergen PAC – Englewood
There is no shortage of entertainment at the Bergen PAC, with year-round shows. Check out A Christmas Carol, New Jersey Ballet’s Nutcracker, Capitol Comedy and more.
Check out the lineup of events here.
New Jersey Sea Life Aquarium at American Dream – East Rutherford
Experience the city under the sea at New Jersey SEA LIFE Aquarium! Come face-to-fin with the ocean’s most fascinating creatures in 10+ interactive exhibits themed to New York’s most memorable moments. From breathtaking underwater tunnels to incredible up-close encounters with seahorses, sharks, rays, jellies and more, discover the wonders of the ocean without getting wet.
ENJOY THE FOLIAGE AT A NATURE CENTER OR BOTANICAL GARDEN!
The location for an easy child- friendly hike in the New Jersey Botanical Garden’s woodlands
Demarest Nature Center – Demarest
Tenafly Nature Center – Tenafly
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center – Englewood
Lorrimer Sanctuary – Franklin Lakes
New Jersey Botanical Garden – Ringwood
James McFaul Environmental Center – Wyckoff
Laurelwood Arboretum – Wayne
The Celery Farm – Allendale
BUNDLE UP & BURN SOME ENERGY AT A LOCAL PLAYGROUND!
Glen Rock Area Playground – Glen Rock
Overpeck Park Playground – Ridgefield Park
Van Saun County Park – Paramus
Memorial Park, Kid’s Spot – Rutherford
Haworth Memorial Park “Castle Park” Playground – Haworth
Wyckoff Community Park & Playground – Wyckoff
HAVE A SIP AT A LOCAL BREWRY!
The rooftop at Five Dimes Brewery
The Alementary – Hackensack
Bolero Snort Brewery – Carlstadt
Brix City Brewing – Little Ferry
Five Dimes Brewery – Westwood
Gearblock Brewing Company – Waldwick
Hackensack Brewing Company – Hackensack
HEAD OUT FOR ICE SKATING, SNOW TUBING, A LIGHT SHOW & MORE!
The indoor slopes at Big SNOW American Dream
Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland, the seasonal family destination, has returned to Van Saun Park in Paramus with a season that begins Friday, November 25th. It includes Kids Activities, Carousel, Food Trucks, Beginner Rink, Ice Skating, Bergen Express Train Ride and more.
