Bergen County Area Events You Should Know About!

The Drawer Boy at Ender Hall Lab Theatre in Paramus: February 27-March 7

The Bergen Institute for the Creative Arts and Bergenstages will present Michael Healey’s The Drawer Boy at the Ender Hall Lab Theatre in Paramus, February 27-March 7.

Directed by Thomas O’Neill, Ed.D., The Drawer Boy follows Miles, an idealistic and energetic young actor from Toronto who arrives at an isolated farmhouse in rural Ontario in 1972, setting the story in motion.

Miles hopes to move in with two middle-aged bachelor farmers, Morgan and Angus, to learn about their lives and draw inspiration for a play about country life. Morgan has cared for his longtime friend Angus since Angus suffered a head injury during World War II. As Miles spends more time with the two men, the nature of their extraordinary relationship comes to the surface.

Performance Schedule:

• Fridays: February 27 and March 6, at 7:30 pm
• Saturdays: February 28 and March 7, at 2:00 pm
• Thursday: March 5, at 7:30 pm

Audiences are invited to attend a special post-show audience talk-back immediately following the March 5 performance.

To purchase tickets, visit tickets.bergen.edu or call 201-447-7428. The Ender Hall Lab Theatre is located on the Bergen Community College Campus, 400 Paramus Road in Paramus, New Jersey.

Garden Club of Harrington Presents Getting Ready for Spring: Thursday, March 5, at 7:30 pm

The Garden Club of Harrington Park will hold its next meeting on Thursday, March 5, at 7:30 pm in Founders’ Hall at the Community Church of Harrington Park, located at 1 Spring Street.

Guest speaker and Master Gardener Christine Kozar will present Getting Ready for Spring, focusing on seasonal garden tasks that can be done now in preparation for warmer weather. Her presentation will cover winter-to-spring chores, along with practical tips for organizing garden routines and making the most of outdoor space.

Kozar, a retired middle school teacher, specializes in helping gardeners start or expand their gardens and has a particular interest in working with young people to explore gardening, the environment, and ecosystems.

The program will be followed by a “Q&A” session and refreshments. All are welcome to attend, from all towns, membership is not required.  For more information, visit the Garden Club of Harrington Park.

Wayne Valley Spring Craft Show: Sunday, March 8, 10:00 am-5:00 pm

Get ready for spring at the Wayne Valley High School Craft Show! Shop over one hundred talented exhibitors offering unique, one-of-a-kind arts and crafts. This long-running event, sponsored by the Wayne Valley High School Theatre Parents and organized by P.J.’s Promotions, takes place on Sunday, March 8, from 10:00 am-5:00 pm at Wayne Valley High School. 551 Valley Road in Wayne, New Jersey.

Here are some highlights of the handcrafted items you’ll find at the Show: Pottery, soft sculpture, chain saw carved animals, jewelry, florals, apparel, birdhouses, charcuterie boards, outdoor décor, fiber, license plate and puzzle art, candles, soaps, and homemade chocolates. Also, bonsai, tie dye, art, mixed media, dried herb mixes, olive oils, stained glass, table runners and so much more.

Come hungry! There will be kettle corn, homemade pickles, food and drinks, and a bake table at the show.

Admission is $3. To find more information, visit www.pjspromotions.com or call 201-410-5416.

Celebrate Washington’s birthday with the Bergen County Historical Society on Sunday, March 8, from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm at Historic New Bridge Landing.

The event features performances at 1:30 pm and 3:00 pm by the Tricorne Dance Ensemble celebrating General Washington through song and dance in the Steuben House with musical accompaniment by Ridley and Anne Enslow on the fiddle and hammered dulcimer.

Selections from the society’s Washington collection and artifacts from the Revolutionary War will be on display in the Steuben House.

The society’s Jersey Dutch out-kitchen interpreters will be preparing Cheshire pork pie, orange chess pie, and syllabub using 18th-century recipes.

Re-enactors from the 3rd New Jersey Regiment will demonstrate military life of the era.

Family-friendly activities include a Washington-themed scavenger hunt with a prize, and a QR Code History Challenge. Use your phone to scan QR codes throughout the site for video content and questions.

The gift shop will be open and seasonal refreshments will be available for purchase in the tavern.

Ticket reservations are encouraged. Find more information and purchase tickets. Historic New Bridge Landing is located at 1201 Main street in River Edge, New Jersey.

Taste of Our Town: Monday, March 9, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm

The Fair Lawn Chamber’s annual Taste of Our Town returns on Monday, March 9, at the Fair Lawn Community Center, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. The popular community event invites you to enjoy an evening sampling food from some of Fair Lawn’s best local restaurants and eateries.

Taste a wide variety of dishes while supporting a good cause, with proceeds benefiting the Fair Lawn Chamber High School Scholarship Fund, the Fair Lawn Food Pantry, and other local community initiatives.

Find more information and purchase tickets. The Fair Lawn Community Center is located at 10-10 20th Street in Fair Lawn, New Jersey.

Bergen County St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Sunday, March 15, at 2:00 pm

The 2026 Bergen County St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held on Sunday, March 15th, kicking off at 2:00 pm at South Washington Avenue and West Englewood Avenue in Bergenfield, New Jersey. The parade will then make its way north along Washington Avenue ending at St. John’s Roman Catholic Church.

Don’t miss this annual opportunity to cheer on the long line of pipe bands, traditional Irish dance groups, Irish-owned businesses, community organizations, local police & fire departments, and, of course, politicians as they stride jauntily down Washington Avenue, basking in the celebratory cheers and good feelings coming from festive bystanders all along the parade route.

Washington Avenue in Bergenfield is a short drive from Routes 4, 9W, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Visit the Council of Irish Associations of Greater Bergen County on Facebook for more information and updates on the 2026 Bergen County St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Spring Equinox Campfire & Night Hike at Tenafly Nature Center: Saturday, March 21, at 6:00 pm

After a long winter, spring is finally within reach. Celebrate the changing of the season at Tenafly Nature Center’s Spring Equinox Campfire and Night Hike.

Perfect for adults and families with children ages 4 and up, the evening includes a guided night hike followed by a cozy campfire and s’mores.

This program takes place outdoors, so be sure to dress for the weather. Find more information and reserve your spot here. Tenafly Nature Center is located at 313 Hudson Avenue in Tenafly, New Jersey.

Spring Craft Show in Paramus: Sunday, March 22, 10:00 am-5:00 pm

The Spring Craft Show at Paramus High School takes place on Sunday, March 22, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Enjoy a full day of shopping with 145 exhibitors from three states showcasing a wide range of arts, crafts, and photography.

The event, sponsored Project Graduation and organized by P.J.’s Promotions, features unique and one-of-a-kind items including hand-painted flower pots and glassware, home décor, apparel, resin art, handcrafted jewelry, table runners and pillows, fiber art, crochet animals, soft sculpture, country crafts, porch and door signs, jeweled utensils, heat packs, ceramics, wood bowls, pens, charcuterie boards, birdhouses, bonsai, soaps, candles, stained glass, chocolates, sports clocks, florals, pottery, mandala art, diamond art, and much more.

A breakfast and lunch menu will be available in the café. Outside, vendors will offer homemade pickles, beef jerky, kettle corn, and desserts. Admission is $4. Paramus High School is located at 99 E. Century Road. For more information, visit www.pjspromotions.com or call 201-410-5416.

Wayne PAL Antique and Collectibles Show: Sunday, April 12, 9:00 am-2:30 pm

Don’t miss your last chance this season to visit the Wayne PAL Antiques and Collectibles Show, the largest indoor antiques and collectibles show in northern New Jersey, on Sunday, April 12.

The Show features more than 150 exhibitors offering antiques, vintage items, and unique collectibles, including vintage and sterling jewelry, vintage glassware and ceramics, vintage toys and trains, antique and collectible dolls, action figures, vintage postcards, photos, artwork, military, political and sports memorabilia, collectible cards, vinyl albums, and much more!

Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for seniors 65+, and children under 12 are free, so bring the whole family. There is plenty of free parking and a full-service food counter serving breakfast, lunch, and snacks. The show takes place at Wayne PAL, 1 PAL Drive in Wayne, New Jersey. Read more about the Wayne PAL Antique and Collectibles Show.