Create holiday magic by visiting the Van Saun Park Winter Wonderland this year. There’s lots of fun like ice skating and winter games for the family to enjoy.
Many New Jerseyans are familiar with the town of Paramus. It is well-known for its abundance of malls, but I know it best for offering something extra special. Family-favorite attraction Van Saun Park turns into a Winter Wonderland during the holiday season. It’s one of my favorite holiday traditions, and chances are, you’ll love it too. The entire park transforms into a real-life snow globe scene and this winter village has something for everyone to enjoy. So, grab your favorite winter jacket and head over for an array of seasonal delights.
Ready to walk into a winter wonderland? Or should we say, skate into a winter wonderland? There’s something for everyone at this seasonal event, including open-air ice skating and children’s activities.
Admission is $20 for adults and $10 for kids for an all-access pass that includes your skate rental. It also includes fun family games, a heated hospitality pavilion, access to Santa, and carousel rides! Ice bumper cars are one of the most popular activities. At night they light up in neon to add to the experience.
Additionally, there will be food trucks, an indoor/outdoor beer garden, and special activities like face painting! Bergen County Zoo will also host a lantern show with lots of fun illuminated animals on display. Plus, there will be train rides and fire pits, where you can make yummy s’mores. This would be lots of fun for the little ones.
In addition to spreading joy and fun, this event also does good every year by collecting toys for the less fortunate and other community-oriented initiatives. And, you never know when at Winter Wonderland you might be serenaded by an orchestra — with festive tunes, of course. Don’t forget to greet Mr. and Mrs. Clause. They can be spotted at the tree lighting and other events throughout the season.
Van Saun Park Winter Wonderland is at its peak during the holiday season but the ice rink will stay open throughout the winter for more cold weather fun.
This magical event is definitely something the whole family can enjoy – there are even discounts for seniors, service members, and veterans! Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland usually runs through December until January 1, 2025, and can be found at 216 Forest Avenue in Paramus. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for all the details about winter wonderland fun.
Have you been to this festive event before? If so, we hope to see you again this year. It’s the best winter wonderland in New Jersey and it promises to be bigger and better than ever! Have fun!