(PARAMUS, NJ) -- Van Saun County Park is once again transforming into North Jersey’s premier destination for winter family fun, welcoming back two of our most beloved seasonal experiences: Let it GLOW! A Holiday Lantern Spectacular and Winter Wonderland. Families will be transported to a winter paradise this holiday season right here in the heart of Bergen County!
Let it GLOW! A Holiday Lantern Spectacular returned on November 6th to the Bergen County Zoo. Sponsored by the Friends of the Bergen County Zoo, and in partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc., this enchanting display features over 30 hand-painted, larger-than-life Chinese lanterns with a modern twist—celebrating culture, animals, and holiday warmth. Guests can also enjoy cozy fire pits throughout the Zoo, as well as s’mores kits available for purchase in the Zoo Gift Shop.
In addition, beginning on Friday, November 28, at 12:00pm, Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland returns to Van Saun County Park for its 10th year, with open-air ice skating, bumper cars, a heated hospitality tent, games, food trucks, a beer and wine garden, carousel rides, and live music. Winter Wonderland will also feature a Crafts Market Village where local vendors and businesses can sell handmade goods.
Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland Hours of Operation and Upcoming Events (November 28 through January 4). Hours of operation are Fridays, 4:00pm - 9:00pm; Saturdays, 11:00am – 9:00pm; and Sundays, 11:00am – 7:00pm. Ice Rink hours are Mondays and Tuesdays, 3:00pm – 9:00pm.
Winter Wonderland will have adjusted hours on Christmas Eve (12/24) and New Year’s Eve (12/31), operating 11:00am – 6:00pm. From December 26 - January 4, Winter Wonderland will operate from 11:00am – 9:00pm. Winter Wonderland will be CLOSED on Christmas Day (12/25).
Winter Wonderland Ticket Pricing:
All Access: (includes admission, skating, and one carousel ticket): $20 + online service fee; Seniors, Veterans, & Active Military: $10 + online service fee; General admission: $10 + online service fee; Seniors, Veterans, & Active Military: $5 + online service fee; Age 3 & under: FREE. Skate Rental: $5; Additional skating sessions: $10 + online service fee; Bumper Car rides: $12 + online service fee
Other Amenities: Carousel: $3; Train: $3
Upcoming events: Friday, November 28 at 12:00pm – Winter Wonderland Officially Opens; 4:00pm – Winter Wonderland Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Saturday, December 6 at 6:00pm – Winter Wonderland Tree Lighting
Saturday, December 20 at 7:00pm – Winter Wonderland Menorah Lighting
Sunday, December 28, 5:30 p.m. – Winter Wonderland Kinara Lighting
Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland is sponsored by Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, Maverick Building Services, Giacorp, Millennium Communications Group, Orange and Rockland Electric, Happy Hive Productions LLC, Digital Voice Media, Connect One Bank, ANA Painting, Allan Briteway Electrical Utility Contractors, Bruno and Associates, Tilcon, Neglia Engineering, Moonshine Media, and Hall Construction. For additional sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected].
In partnership with the New Jersey Devils, Winter Wonderland will host Learn to Play Hockey, a program designed to teach kids the fundamentals of ice hockey. Led by USA Hockey certified coaches and Devils Alumni, sessions are both instructional and fun. Registration includes a full set of CCM hockey equipment.
Let it GLOW! A Holiday Lantern Spectacular Hours of Operation and Ticket information
November 6 through January 11. Thursdays & Sundays: 4:00pm – 8:00pm; Fridays & Saturdays: 4:00pm – 9:00pm.
Special Hours: Tuesday, December 23: 4:00pm – 8:00pm; CLOSED on Christmas, December 25. Open EVERY DAY from December 26 – January 4. CLOSED January 5 – 7
Let it GLOW! Ticket Pricing:
Adults: $20.00 + online service fee; Children (ages 3-17): $10.00 + online service fee. Tickets are available for purchase through Eventbrite or at the door during the event (subject to availability).
Let It Glow is available for corporate events Monday through Wednesday. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. To inquire about a private, one-of-a-kind event, or if your business is interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Harry Peachey at [email protected].
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 nearly 10,000 acres and includes a zoo, six golf courses, 21 parks, two horseback riding areas, an environmental center, and nine historic sites.
