Cranford Calendar

Oct
23
Sat
2021
Great Pumpkin Carve Out @ Hanson Park
Oct 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Great Pumpkin Carve Out @ Hanson Park

Cranford’s GREAT PUMPKIN CARVE OUT RETURNS
AFTER A COVID PAUSE, AREA FAVORITE RETURNS FOR SEVENTH YEAR
Jersey Central Art Studio, with support from the Cranford Jaycees, will host the 2021 Great Pumpkin Carve Out on Saturday, October 23rd (Saturday, October 30th rain date. For updates check www.jcas.org). All the activities will take place at Hanson Park, 38 Springfield Avenue in Cranford, NJ. The pumpkin carving contest is a FREE event and is open to all ages. Individuals can drop off their creatively carved pumpkins from 10 am until 3 pm at Hanson Park at 38 Springfield Ave, Cranford on Saturday, October 23rd along with a completed registration form (also available on-site).
Everyone is invited to come to Hanson Park starting at 6 pm-9 pm to stroll along the pumpkin-lighted garden paths to see the carved pumpkins on display, each on its own pedestal. Cash awards will be given for funniest, scariest, and most original and will be grouped by ages; 4-8, 9-16, and 17 and up.
In addition, a big-screen outdoor showing of a surprise favorite movie will start at dark. Bring your blankets! The movie, stroll, and contest are all free, and hot cider will be available for purchase.
Registration forms will be available online at www.jcas.org before the event. At the event’s conclusion, all pumpkins can be picked up.
This will be the seventh GREAT PUMPKIN CARVE out, which has drawn hundreds of visitors throughout the area. This is a Jersey Central Art Studio’s (JCAS) Event, with much support from the Cranford Jaycees. JCAS is a group of artists and citizens dedicated to raising awareness of the arts and the artistic process as well as integrating the arts into the community through education, events, and economic development. We see art as a vital component of our lives and one that will also enrich our community.

Feb
23
Wed
2022
Cranford Area Chamber of Commerce Tea Party @ Hanson House
Feb 23 @ 8:00 am
Apr
27
Wed
2022
After Hours Joint Mixer with the Cranford Area and Millburn/Short Hills Chambers @ Hanson House
Apr 27 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Jun
28
Tue
2022
Independence Celebration and Fireworks @ Nomahegan Park
Jun 28 @ 5:00 pm
Independence Celebration and Fireworks @ Nomahegan Park

5:00 p.m. Food Vendors & Inflatables

9:15 p.m. Fireworks

Limited parking at Union County College, 1033 Springfield Ave. Residents are urged to walk.

For updates and event information, please call Cranford Recreation & Parks Dept. 908-709-7283.

Jul
4
Mon
2022
Cranford Jaycees Firecracker 4 Miler & Fun Run @ Nomahegan Park
Jul 4 all-day
Cranford Jaycees Firecracker 4 Miler & Fun Run @ Nomahegan Park
The 43rd running of the Cranford Jaycees Firecracker 4 Miler takes place in Cranford, NJ on July 4th, 2022 on a fast, flat, USATF certified, scenic course on tree-lined streets and bike trails.
Races include the traditional 4 miler course, the 1-mile family fun run, and a Virtual Run option. The 4-mile race features mile splits, water stops, and chip timing.
Technical race shirts and souvenir race pint glasses are available for runners.
After the race, enjoy refreshments, music, popcorn, ice pops, and face painting while listening to our DJ and watching the prize ceremony.
Registration is now open at raceforum.com/fire-4
Sep
18
Sun
2022
2022 Cranford Cure Diabetes 5K @ Nomahegan Park
Sep 18 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am
2022 Cranford Cure Diabetes 5K @ Nomahegan Park

This 5K is held annually to rally support to find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes, a disease that impacts many people in our communities. Through growing event participation and the generosity of our sponsors, we are proud of our partnership and commitment to JDRF.org the beneficiary of this event.

Amenities: T-shirt, goodie bag (while supplies last); multiple age group awards, refreshments

Chip Timing: Split Second Racing https://www.splitsecondracing.net

Visit Schmitts Quest for the Cure at: www.instagram.com/schmittsquestforthecure  https://www.facebook.com/schmittsquestforthecure

COVID 19 Safety Concerns and Race Day Information: Your health and wellbeing are priorities. Please follow all State COVID 19 guidelines.

Cranford Cure Diabetes 5K @ Nomahegan Park
Sep 18 @ 9:00 am
Oct
22
Sat
2022
Red Ribbon Day @ Nomahegan Park
Oct 22 @ 10:00 am
Red Ribbon Day @ Nomahegan Park

Saturday at Nomahegan Park, come out for the 24th Annual Union County Red Ribbon Day Drug Prevention Walk and Family Fall Fun Festival.

Red Ribbon locally and nationally serves as a catalyst to mobilize communities to increase awareness and support for substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery. Now more than ever, it is crucial for us as community members to stand together & fight to end the overdose epidemic, support recovery, and keep our children safe. This event raises funds for that effort and combines it with free games and entertainment, food trucks, and more.

Red Ribbon Day

Jun
10
Sat
2023
Walk for Wellness & Recovery @ Nomahegan Park
Jun 10 @ 8:30 am
Oct
21
Sat
2023
Union County Red Ribbon Day 5K Charity Run & Walk @ Nomahegan Park
Oct 21 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm