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Things to Do with Kids in Bergenfield, NJ

Parks, places to eat, indoor fun & this week's family events in Bergenfield — 3 public spots plus local favorites. Tap a tab to explore.

Splash Pad

Walter Lubbe Jr. Playground & Sprayground · Bergenfield

A neighborhood sprayground that's a hit with younger kids who love running through its spraying rings, right beside a playground and picnic area. The easygoing, free local spot for water play without the crowds of the county parks.

spraying rings to run throughadjacent playgroundpicnic areafree admissiongood for younger kids

Good for: Toddlers to 8 · Smaller and quieter than the big county splash pads — ideal if your little one gets overwhelmed.

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Ice Cream

Francy's Artisanal Ice Cream · Bergenfield

Run by a husband-and-wife team with Michelin-starred backgrounds, Francy's celebrates nostalgic Filipino flavors like Ube and Leche Flan alongside favorites. Friendly staff encourage tasting before you choose.

small-batch artisanalFilipino-inspired flavorsgenerous tastinghalf-scoop option

Good for: All ages · Opens afternoons and stays open late — great after-dinner treat.

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Seasonal Event

Bergen County St. Patrick's Day Parade · Bergenfield

🗓️ Annual, mid-March (Sunday)

Bergen's big spring kickoff — bagpipes, marching bands, and Irish pride down downtown Bergenfield. A festive, free, all-ages street celebration that draws crowds from across the county.

bagpipes & bandsdecorated floatscounty traditionfree street event

Good for: All ages · Bundle up — mid-March is chilly — and arrive early for a curbside spot.

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Parks · 2

Cooper Park Park · BergenfieldMap ↗
Hickory Park Park · BergenfieldMap ↗

Playgrounds · 1

John Lafferty Park Playground · BergenfieldMap ↗
Ice Cream

Francy's Artisanal Ice Cream · Bergenfield

Run by a husband-and-wife team with Michelin-starred backgrounds, Francy's celebrates nostalgic Filipino flavors like Ube and Leche Flan alongside favorites. Friendly staff encourage tasting before you choose.

small-batch artisanalFilipino-inspired flavorsgenerous tastinghalf-scoop option

Good for: All ages · Opens afternoons and stays open late — great after-dinner treat.

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Seasonal Event

Bergen County St. Patrick's Day Parade · Bergenfield

🗓️ Annual, mid-March (Sunday)

Bergen's big spring kickoff — bagpipes, marching bands, and Irish pride down downtown Bergenfield. A festive, free, all-ages street celebration that draws crowds from across the county.

bagpipes & bandsdecorated floatscounty traditionfree street event

Good for: All ages · Bundle up — mid-March is chilly — and arrive early for a curbside spot.

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Mon, Nov 2 — Nails & Tales · Bergenfield · Teens
Tue, Nov 3 — Reorganize Your Life: Well-Being, Purpose, and New Beginnings | Reorganiza tu Vida: Bienestar, Propósito y Nuevos · Bergenfield
Tue, Nov 3 — Stories & Creations · Bergenfield
Wed, Nov 4 — Bilingual Storytime · Bergenfield · Kids
Thu, Nov 5 — "Minute to Win It" Stem Challenge · Bergenfield · Kids
Sun, Nov 8 — Music & Movement: Sensory Story Time · Bergenfield · Kids
Mon, Nov 9 — DIY Self-Care Products · Bergenfield · Teens
Tue, Nov 10 — Jiggles and Wiggles · Bergenfield · Kids

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