Swim, dance, music, art and STEM programs across Bergen County, vetted for parents. Pick a program, send one quick inquiry, and hear back directly.
See every program in BergenNorthvale · Sports & Swim · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
Academy of Dreams Gymnastics in Northvale offers classes for ages 18 months through competitive elite, with a 60-foot tumble track, in-ground foam pit, and obstacle courses.
Birthday parties include 60 minutes of structured gymnastics activities plus 30 minutes of cake and celebration time in a dedicated party space.
Fair Lawn · Dance & Theater · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
American Russian Ballet in Fair Lawn teaches classical ballet using the Russian Vaganova method, with programs for ages 3 through adults, including pre-ballet, jazz, character dance, pointe, and private lessons.
Free trial class available; register online before attending to secure your spot.
Glen Rock · Music · Indoor
Architekt Music Academy offers private one-on-one lessons and group programs in Glen Rock and Butler, with instructors teaching piano, guitar, drums, voice, bass, ukulele, brass, woodwinds, and songwriting to children, teens, and adults.
Month-to-month lessons with no contract; cancel anytime by giving notice to the office.
Westwood · Art & Maker Studios · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
Art Creation Pottery Studio in Westwood offers drop-in and scheduled painting and pottery classes for kids and families, including pottery painting from a selection of over 1,000 pieces, canvas painting, glass fusion, mosaics, and glass painting.
Kids Canvas class runs on Sundays; check the website or call for current schedule and age requirements.
Garfield · Parks & Playgrounds · Indoor & outdoor
Garfield Recreation Department in Garfield operates sports leagues, after-school programs, and summer day camp through the Garfield Recreation Center, plus a senior activity center offering exercise, crafts, and daily meals.
After-school programs run 3-6pm at schools #6, #7, and #9 with registration opening each year.
Free · Demarest · Hiking & Nature · Outdoor
Demarest Nature Center spans 55 acres of forests, wetlands, and meadows in Demarest with over 2 miles of well-maintained trails suitable for all ages and fitness levels. The preserve offers guided nature walks, educational programs, seasonal events like maple syrup making and bird counts, and summer day camps for children ages 5-14.
Main Loop Trail is mostly flat with gentle slopes and interpretive signs; perfect for younger kids or those new to hiking.
Cedar Grove · Beaches & Pools · Outdoor
Cedar Grove Community Pool in Cedar Grove is a seasonal municipal pool open from late May through early September, offering family memberships and daily guest passes.
Pool operates weekends only from late May through mid-June, then daily through early September; check the schedule before visiting.
Westwood · Indoor Play · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
Appletree Playhouse in Westwood is an indoor play space for ages 0-6 with interactive stations, open play, and hosted classes and events led by visiting instructors.
Reservations are required; walk-ins are not accepted when at capacity.
Hackensack · Games & Amusements · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
Bowler City Lanes in Hackensack has 50 lanes with automatic scoring, bumpers, and a state-of-the-art arcade, plus a full-service grill and private party room for birthday events.
Call ahead to confirm open lanes are available; league schedules vary throughout the week.
Free · Cresskill · Libraries
Cresskill Public Library in Cresskill offers books, movies, video games, and graphic novels in multiple languages (English, Korean, Hebrew), plus WiFi and on-site computers. The library hosts ESL classes and community programs alongside traditional borrowing services.
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Browse all programsHillsdale · Sports & Swim · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
Aeon Fitness and Gymnastics in Hillsdale runs gymnastics, tumbling, ninja warrior, and fitness classes for toddlers through teens, with both recreational and competitive programming.
Parent and Me classes available for children 18 months to 3 years; drop-off classes start at age 3.
North Arlington · Dance & Theater · Indoor
Art of Dance in North Arlington teaches ballet, tap, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, tumbling, and musical theater to kids from age 2 through teens, with separate classes by age and ability level.
Free trial class available; call to schedule and ask about current session times.
Englewood · Music · Indoor
Arete Music Academy in Englewood teaches music to nearly 300 students from across Bergen County through private lessons, early childhood classes, group instrumental instruction, ensembles, and summer programs, with faculty trained at Juilliard, Yale, Curtis, and Columbia.
Academy serves students from elementary through advanced levels, so siblings of different ages may find programs suited to them.
Lyndhurst · Art & Maker Studios · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
Art Kids Academy in Lyndhurst offers after-school classes, Saturday art school, summer camps, and birthday parties for kids ages 4-14, with instruction in drawing, painting, clay, and cultural art traditions.
Programs use a hands-on approach focused on problem-solving and self-expression rather than rigid instruction.
After-school programs run at Fort Lee School No. 4 and a Creative Center location; check which site works for your schedule.
Haworth · Parks & Playgrounds · Outdoor
Vikings FC is a competitive youth soccer club based in Haworth that serves players from kindergarten through high school across the Northern Valley area of Bergen County, with teams competing in the Northern Counties Soccer Association league.
U6 and U7 clinics offer a refund if the practice schedule doesn't work for your family, though U8 and older have no refund policy.
Free · Englewood · Hiking & Nature · Indoor & outdoor
Flat Rock Brook is a 150-acre nature preserve in Englewood with 3.6 miles of self-guided trails through oak-hickory forest, leading to a cascading stream, wetlands, pond, and meadows. The nature center offers hands-on environmental education programs, a raptor aviary, interactive exhibits, and a nature-themed playground on Jones Road.
Trails range from easy to moderate and are well-marked with colored blazes.
Ridgewood · Beaches & Pools · Outdoor
Ridgewood's seasonal public pool operates May through early September with daily open swim, swim lessons, and a competitive swim team. Located at 200 Northern Parkway, Graydon Pool serves residents and non-residents with membership badges required for entry.
Pool is open 11am-7pm daily during season; plan around peak hours if you prefer quieter times.
Paramus · Indoor Play · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
BounceU in Paramus is an indoor inflatable playground offering 100% private birthday parties with giant bounce houses, slides, and obstacle courses, plus open bounce sessions and school-break camps for kids.
All birthday parties are fully private; your group has exclusive use of the playground with no waiting in line.
Park Ridge · Games & Amusements · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
Classic Bowl in Park Ridge has 38 lanes, a full menu at lane-side, and runs kids bowl free promotions throughout summer with two free games daily; the venue welcomes walk-ins but reservations are essential on weekends.
Kids bowl free all summer long with two free games per day; sign up on the website to unlock this offer.
Free · Emerson · Libraries
Emerson Public Library in Emerson offers storytimes, crafts, and activities for young children alongside programs for elementary grades, including afterschool options; the library also provides digital resources like eBooks and audiobooks through Libby, language learning via Mango Languages, and free museum passes for residents.
Kids' programs run from newborn through grade 6; check the registration calendar on the website for current enrollment.