Last Bell FamilyParks, places to eat, indoor fun & this week's family events in Englewood — 15 public spots plus local favorites. Tap a tab to explore.
A 150-acre pocket of wild forest on the Palisades ridge, with 3.6 miles of self-guiding trails to a cascading stream, a pond, wildflower meadows, and dramatic quarry cliffs. The Raptor Aviary shows ambassador birds up close — and it's completely free, perfect for a spontaneous outing.
Good for: All ages, toddlers–tweens · Free (donations welcome). Trails are natural and hilly — a carrier works better than a stroller.
Directions ↗A clean, thoughtfully designed playground for kids 12 and under, with a climbing maze, ball pit, and imaginative play built from eco-friendly materials. The attached cafe lets you sip a latte while they climb.
Good for: 1-9 · Sessions sell out on rainy weekends — reserve online ahead.
Directions ↗A casual, family-friendly art studio where kids drop in to paint pottery, make mosaics, or create canvas art at their own pace. Walk-ins welcome with no sitting fee — a calmer rainy-day outing.
Good for: 3-12 (best 6+) · Space fills on rainy days — a quick call ahead guarantees a table.
Directions ↗An Englewood favorite scooping 30+ flavors of homemade, kosher-certified ice cream with natural ingredients and fresh fruit. A lovely landscaped patio with wooden benches makes it a relaxing family stop.
Good for: All ages · Seasonal hours, opens afternoons; the back patio is best on a warm evening.
Directions ↗A lively Friday market at Depot Square Park — a fun end-of-week treat with produce, gluten-free baked goods, and ice cream.
Good for: All ages · Free parking in Lot B makes the after-school run easy.
Directions ↗An Englewood favorite scooping 30+ flavors of homemade, kosher-certified ice cream with natural ingredients and fresh fruit. A lovely landscaped patio with wooden benches makes it a relaxing family stop.
Good for: All ages · Seasonal hours, opens afternoons; the back patio is best on a warm evening.
Directions ↗A clean, thoughtfully designed playground for kids 12 and under, with a climbing maze, ball pit, and imaginative play built from eco-friendly materials. The attached cafe lets you sip a latte while they climb.
Good for: 1-9 · Sessions sell out on rainy weekends — reserve online ahead.
Directions ↗A casual, family-friendly art studio where kids drop in to paint pottery, make mosaics, or create canvas art at their own pace. Walk-ins welcome with no sitting fee — a calmer rainy-day outing.
Good for: 3-12 (best 6+) · Space fills on rainy days — a quick call ahead guarantees a table.
Directions ↗A lively Friday market at Depot Square Park — a fun end-of-week treat with produce, gluten-free baked goods, and ice cream.
Good for: All ages · Free parking in Lot B makes the after-school run easy.
Directions ↗The best kid & family events across Bergen’s 70 towns — plus new parks & spots — in one free Friday email.
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