10 Recommended Events in Bergen County, NJ

If you're looking for something special that will make you smile or make your heart beat a little faster, you can find it in the New Jersey events calendar. From food festivals to concerts, art exhibitions to community fairs, and magical Christmas events, there's something for everyone in Bergen County. Bergen's Promise does not endorse or guarantee the availability of the resources or the provision of the service of the information displayed on Bergen ResourceNet. Bergen ResourceNet offers a wide range of information on support, resources and services for families in Bergen County, New Jersey.

In this regularly updated post, you'll find 10 recommended events that reflect the wide variety of things to do and places to go in the Bergen County area in the coming weeks. The Bergen County Food & Wine Festival is one of the most popular events in the county. It's the largest local food celebration and will return this weekend to Westfield Garden State Plaza with more than 70 vendors and a full calendar for the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to benefiting lifeguard families, the festival offers diners in Bergen County the opportunity to catch up on long-time favorite restaurants and helps newer businesses find customers. Other popular events include the Paramus Street Fair, which features over 200 vendors selling everything from jewelry to clothing; the Ridgewood Craft Fair, which showcases handmade items from local artisans; and the Englewood Cliffs Summer Concert Series, which features live music from local bands. For those looking for something a little more unique, there's also the Hackensack Riverkeeper's Annual Paddle Race, which is a fun way to explore the Hackensack River; the Teaneck International Film Festival, which showcases independent films from around the world; and the Bergen County Historical Society's Annual Heritage Day Festival, which celebrates local history with reenactments and demonstrations. No matter what your interests are, there's sure to be something for everyone in Bergen County.