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WednesdayOctober 14, 2026

6 events
6:00 PM – 9:00 PMCranford Schools

CHS- FAMILY ACADEMY Imagine's Grief Informed Parent and Caregiver Program

CHS Wellness Room

This program is intended to provide tools and knowledge to families in order to better support children who experience any type of loss. No one grieves alone.Together we can ensure we are better equipped to be supportive of one another with any loss that we experience through life.<br>View the full <a href=' https://www.cranfordschools.org/apps/events/59473991/'>Read more</a>

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Thursday Oct 15

4 events

Friday Oct 16

5 events
All dayDowntown Cranford

19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll

Downtown Cranford

Starting October 16th, over 100 scarecrows will line the streets of Downtown Cranford. The scarecrows are created by local residents, businesses, organizations, schools, and families. Visitors are invited to vote for their favorite scarecrows in a number of categories. Register here: https://downtowncranford.org/registration-is-open-for-the-19th-annual-scarecrow-stroll/.

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4:00 PM – 7:30 PMDowntown Cranford

Neewollah

Eastman Plaza

Celebrate Neewollah (aka Halloween spelled backwards!) with Downtown Cranford on Friday, October 16th! Come down to Eastman Plaza from 4-7PM as we kick off the 2026 Scarecrow Stroll with complimentary s'mores, cider, and temporary tattoos. We do ask that you bring a canned or boxed food donation for Cranford Family Care.

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Saturday Oct 17

5 events
All dayDowntown Cranford

19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll

Downtown Cranford

Starting October 16th, over 100 scarecrows will line the streets of Downtown Cranford. The scarecrows are created by local residents, businesses, organizations, schools, and families. Visitors are invited to vote for their favorite scarecrows in a number of categories. Register here: https://downtowncranford.org/registration-is-open-for-the-19th-annual-scarecrow-stroll/.

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All dayDowntown Cranford

2026 Candy Stroll

Downtown Cranford

Celebrate the Scarecrow Stroll in Downtown Cranford by taking part in the 2026 Candy Stroll! The Candy Stroll will take place on Saturday, October 17th and Sunday, October 18th. Each ticket holder will receive a tote that includes a map of participating businesses, as well as a $5 Downtown Cranford gift card. Adults do not need a ticket to accompany their child on the stroll. For more information and to order your tickets, visit: https://bit.ly/4fBWVSz. There will be teal pumpkins out at select locations for allergy-free items for participants. This event does sell out, so don't wait to order your tickets! Thank you to our Candy Stroll sponsor Hot Yoga Revolution - Cranford!

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5:00 PM – 8:30 PMCranford Jaycees

Cranford Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins

Hanson Park

The Cranford Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins is back for its 12th year on Saturday, 10/17 at Hanson Park. Stroll along the pumpkin-lit garden paths beginning at 5:00 pm with last entry at 8:30 pm (closing at 9:00) to see the amazing carved creations on display. Hosted by Jersey Central Art Studios (JCAS) with support from the Cranford Jaycees and the Hanson Park Conservancy.

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Sunday Oct 18

3 events
All dayDowntown Cranford

19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll

Downtown Cranford

Starting October 16th, over 100 scarecrows will line the streets of Downtown Cranford. The scarecrows are created by local residents, businesses, organizations, schools, and families. Visitors are invited to vote for their favorite scarecrows in a number of categories. Register here: https://downtowncranford.org/registration-is-open-for-the-19th-annual-scarecrow-stroll/.

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