- The list below includes 540 free or cheap things to do in or near Ridgewood, New Jersey, including 118 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Other Entertainment, Dog Park and Parks.
- From Saddle River County Park Wild Duck Pond Area to Saddle River County Park Dog Run, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Ridgewood and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Bronx, Flushing and Brooklyn.
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Adult, children, and specialty interest programs are routinely conducted at the Van Vleck House & Gardens. Viewing the gardens themselves are freely open to the public throughout the year, and events are frequently conducted.
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Situated on top of a cliff, Fort Lee Historic Park provides multiple scenic overlooks near a reconstructed Revolutionary War encampment. The park has an on-site Visitor Center that features living history programs and several walking paths and hiking trails.
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Public skating, learn-to-skate lessons, and open hockey are a few of the events that bring individuals to the Montclair Skating Arena, a public ice skating rink. Other amenities at the rink include a birthday party room and concessions options.
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Consisting of natural woodlands preserved in an urban area, Riverdale Park features shady and scenic routes for hikers, joggers and dog walkers. Visitors can see 27 species of birds within the 50 forested acres.
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Dazzling the garden-loving public since 1912, Untermyer Gardens, consist of 43-acres of Persian-style gardens overlooking the Hudson River. Visitors can stroll the manicured pathways to view the fountains, sculptures, and flowing streams.
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Featuring a tranquil walled garden area, Untermyer Park is a large green space geared toward quiet repose. Wildlife sightings are frequent, and butterflies are particularly abundant among the gardens. The park also offers hiking trails and scenic overlooks.
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In business since 1985, Trumpets Jazz Club & Restaurant has been host to internationally known jazz musicians like Wynton Marsalis and Gato Barbieri. The club features live music on a regular basis, and offers a full menu.
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Spanning 40 acres, the Lenoir Preserve is a nature preserve with both open fields and wooded areas. The preserve shelters a wide variety of plant and animal species, and offers remarkable views of the Hudson River.
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A large range of art is put on display at the Montclair Art Museum. The collection includes Native American art, American art from the 18th and 19th centuries, modern art, contemporary art, and even student exhibits.
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Situated on 5,416 acres, Norvin Green State Forest is home to wildlife and offers views of the New York skyline. The area is suitable for hiking, boating, fishing, hunting, cross-country skiing and birdwatching.