FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
December 3, 2025

MEDIA CONTACT:
Derek Sands
DSands@BergenCountyNJ.gov

BERGEN WINTER WONDERLAND FESTIVITIES CONTINUE THIS WEEKEND WITH GREAT MUSIC, COMMUNITY EVENTS, AND MORE!

Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland returns for its second weekend with more live music performances, Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Municipal Tree Decoration Contest, and Mr. & Mrs. Claus!


PARAMUS, NJ – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, the Board of County Commissioners, and the Bergen County Parks Department announce an exciting weekend of holiday festivities and entertainment at Bergen County’s 10th Anniversary of Winter Wonderland in Van Saun County Park!

Northern New Jersey’s premier destination for winter family fun continues its season with live music performances, open air ice skating, bumper cars, food trucks, craft vendors, and a chance to visit Mr. & Mrs. Claus in-person!

The music lineup for this weekend is jam-packed with tunes that are sure to get you on your feet, with punk rock, 90’s pop, swing, and R&B!

Performances this weekend include:

  • Friday, December 5, 6-8PM – The Jersey Nimrods (Green Day Tribute)
  • Saturday, December 6, 1-3PM – Sam & The Fridays (90’s Pop & Rock)
  • Sunday, December 7, 2-4PM – The FrostKings (Swing, R&B, Blues)

On Saturday, December 6 at 6:00 PM, Bergen County will host its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event will feature holiday cheer, community spirit, and the announcement of the winner of the Municipal Tree Decoration Contest, showcasing the creativity of towns across the county.

We invite residents and visitors alike to join in the celebration and make Winter Wonderland a part of their holiday tradition!

You can get your tickets by heading to our website, www.BergenCountyWinterWonderland.com, or by purchasing tickets in person.

Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland Hours of Operation and Upcoming Events
November 28 through January 4

HOURS:
4pm–9pm – Friday, December 5th
11am–9pm – Saturday, December 6th
11am–7pm – Sunday, December 7th

Prices
ALL ACCESS (admission, skating, and one carousel ticket)

  • $20 + online service fee
  • Seniors, Veterans, & Active Military: $10 + online service fee

Regular Admission:

  • $10 + online service fee
  • Seniors, Veterans, & Active Military: $5 + online service fee
  • Age 3 & under: FREE

Additional skating sessions:

  • $10 + online service fee

Other Amenities:

  • Carousel ticket: $2

Train ticket (only available 11am-3pm on Saturday and Sunday): $2

Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland Sponsors
Bergen County’s 10th Anniversary of Winter Wonderland presented by Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is sponsored by Ahead, Allan Briteway Electrical Utility Contractors, ANA Painting, the Bergen County Education Association, Bruno and Associates, Care Plus, Connect One Bank, DARCARS, Digital Voice Media. Giacorp, Kearny Bank, Maverick Building Services, Millennium Communications Group, MRA International, Neglia Engineering, Orange and Rockland Electric, & Tilcon. For additional sponsorship opportunities please email DSands@BergenCountyNJ.gov.

About the Bergen County Parks Department
The Bergen County Parks Department provides recreation opportunities for all, preserving open space, enhancing environmental health, and protecting significant cultural and historic sites for current and future generations. The Bergen County Parks System, which has been connecting people to nature for 75 years, spans over 9,000 acres and includes a nationally accredited zoo, six golf courses, 21 parks, two horseback riding areas, an environmental center and nine historic sites.

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