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Riverdale is one of Morris County’s smallest boroughs, tucked into the northeast corner of the county between Pequannock, Butler and Pompton Lakes, and it punches above its size for families. Here is our local guide to things to do in Riverdale, NJ, from an indoor adventure park and a fall carnival to borough events, a community garden and a couple of neighborhood places to eat.
Launch Family Entertainment
The biggest new reason to drive to Riverdale is Launch Family Entertainment, a 40,000 square foot indoor park with trampolines and attractions for kids, teens and parents. It is a go-to for birthday parties, rainy Saturdays and snow days. We break down hours, attractions and tips in our guide to Launch Riverdale.
The Riverdale Carnival and Events at the Armory
Every September the Riverdale Carnival sets up at the National Guard complex with rides, games and fair food, and it has become one of the bigger late summer carnivals in north Morris County. Here is our coverage of the 2026 Riverdale Carnival. The Riverdale Armory also hosts trading card shows and other weekend events through the year, so it is worth checking what is on before you go.
Borough Events All Year
The Riverdale Recreation Department runs a full calendar for a town this size. Highlights include:
- Riverdale Day, the borough’s hometown celebration
- Easter Egg Hunt and Touch-a-Truck for little kids
- Fright Night around Halloween
- The Riverdale First Responders 5K Run and Walk each fall
- A holiday gathering with Santa at the Riverdale Senior Community Center, 57 Loy Avenue, after the Riverdale School tree lighting
- Vendor fairs, adult co-ed softball, summer adult kickball under the lights and a summer recreation camp
Many programs, including the Riverdale Runners youth running program for kids ages 5 to 7, are open to both Riverdale and Pompton Lakes residents.
The Riverdale Community Garden
Behind the Senior Community Center at 57 Loy Avenue, the Riverdale Community Garden was designed by the Sustainable Riverdale Green Team with local scouts and funded by a $20,000 grant from Sustainable Jersey and the PSE&G Foundation. It has standard 4 by 8 foot raised beds, ADA accessible beds built for seniors and gardeners with mobility needs, shared salad tables, deer fencing and a compost bin. Plots are open to Riverdale residents, and gardeners donate part of their harvest to local food pantries.
The Riverdale Public Library
The Riverdale Public Library is the borough’s indoor hub, with story times, programs and a quiet place to work. Check its calendar for kids’ events, especially on school breaks.
Where to Eat in Riverdale
Boniello’s, 72 Hamburg Turnpike, is a cozy, neighborhood Italian spot for pizza, pasta and red sauce comfort food. Pizza Boys is the easy local pick for pies, slices and takeout on a busy night.
Riverdale sits right next to Butler, so a day here pairs well with a stop there. See our guide to things to do in Butler, NJ for the Butler Museum, Ramstein Beer and more.
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