12 Events To Beat Cabin Fever

Feeling the winter woes? These family-friendly activities will get you excited and out of the house.
Cheryl De Leon,
Cellos And Musicians

Mother Nature continues to surprise with late-season snow, but if you’re like us, the winter thaw and the promise of spring are already on our minds. The arrival of March in Bergen County is the perfect moment to shake off cabin fever and step back out together.

Whether you’re leaning into the last of the winter fun or ready to welcome the season ahead, this weekend is full of family-friendly events designed to get everyone smiling. From cozy indoor activities to fresh-air outings (boots are still recommended!), there’s plenty happening in our area to make the most of this in-between season.

Feb. 27

  • See the stars right here in Bergen County during a public viewing night at Bergen Community College’s Emil Buehler Trust Observatory. Head to the college campus in Paramus from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. to catch a glimpse of the night sky’s brightest stars, planets and constellations. In the event of rain or clouds, the session will be canceled.
  • Enjoy a 1980s-themed murder mystery dinner fundraiser from 7 to 11 p.m. at Sanzari’s New Bridge Inn in New Milford. In addition to the live whodunnit show, the event will feature a tricky tray and 50/50 auction. Proceeds will benefit New Milford High School, including scholarships, instructional material, educational speakers and more. Purchase tickets online.
  • The sounds of Brahms and Mozart will fill the River Dell Middle School auditorium when the Adelphi Orchestra performs at 7:30 p.m. The “Grace & Elegance” concert will include Lanny Paykin on cello, Kathleen Butler-Hopkins on violin and Francesca Silos on viola.

Feb. 27 & 28

  • “Play On!” continues its run at the Bergen County Players’ Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell. The show tells the story of a community theater group trying desperately to put on a play in spite of maddening interference from a haughty author who keeps revising the script. The Friday show starts at 8 p.m., and Saturday shows are at 2 and 8 p.m. Check out Bergen County Players online for tickets.

Feb. 27–March 1

  • Witness the spectacular at Circus Vazquez, which is holding seven shows this weekend at Garden State Plaza in Paramus. The circus tent has a heating and cooling system, so audiences can enjoy acrobats, magicians, stunt performers and more regardless of the weather outside. Tickets, showtimes and complete details are available online.

Feb. 28

  • Do you make a mean marinara, or does Grandma’s Sunday sauce have a flavor like none other? Put your recipe to the test at Saucy SmackDown, happening from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford. Prizes will be awarded in various categories. Not a cook? Stop by anyway for samples (and vote for your favorites in the People’s Choice category). Full details are on the racetrack’s website.
  • Jazz orchestra Rin Seo Collective will hold an album release event from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Barrymore Film Center in Fort Lee. The 14-piece band, led by Korean composer Rin Seo, will present selections from its release “City Suite” during the live concert. Purchase tickets online.
  • Listen to some of the finest tunes from the Great American Songbook when vocalist Lorna Luft performs at Ramapo College’s Sharp Theater. The daughter of icon Judy Garland, Luft has starred in productions of Guys and Dolls, Grease, The Wizard of Oz and White Christmas, among others. The concert starts at 8 p.m., and tickets are available online.

March 1

  • Put on your parka, lace up your boots and grab your binoculars for a free nature walk through DeKorte Park in Lyndhurst. From 10 a.m. to noon, you can join the Bergen County Audubon Society for a winter walk in the park, where dozens of waterfowl, raptors and more can be spotted. No experience is necessary, but keep in mind the trails have uneven surfaces and may be icy. For info, contact Don Torino at greatauk4@gmail.com.
  • Embrace your inner Irish side during the annual Rutherford St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Festivities kick off at 1 p.m. from the corner of Woodland and Park avenues and continues down Park toward Ames Avenue.
  • Are you thinking about growing something new this season? Head to the Garretson Forge & Farm in Fair Lawn for the grand opening of its seed library. From 1 to 3 p.m., visitors can browse a variety of vegetable, herb and flower seeds and take any at no cost.
  • Known for his role as Will Schuester on Glee, Matthew Morrison comes to Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood for a 7 p.m. concert. The vocalist will sing an assortment of familiar chart toppers, including “You’ll Be In My Heart,” “Singin in the Rain,” “Rocketman” and more. Get your tickets on the bergenPAC website.

What are your plans for the weekend? Tag us in all of your fun photos @bergenmagnj.

 

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