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FridayOctober 16, 2026
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/.
Event details for 19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll from Downtown CranfordOctober 16th & 17th-Haunted House
Event details for October 16th & 17th-Haunted House from Cranford SchoolsPTA Pretzel Sale
Event details for PTA Pretzel Sale from Cranford SchoolsNeewollah
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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5 events19th 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/.
Event details for 19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll from Downtown CranfordCHS- ACT testing
Event details for CHS- ACT testing from Cranford Schools2026 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!
Event details for 2026 Candy Stroll from Downtown CranfordIntro to Pinhole
Event details for Intro to Pinhole from Cranford LibraryCranford 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.
Event details for Cranford Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins from Cranford JayceesSunday Oct 18
3 events19th 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/.
Event details for 19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll from Downtown CranfordSave These Fall Dates
10/25 – Halloween Costume Contest, Parade, and Pumpkin Chunkin’ 11/27 – Track Friday
Event details for Save These Fall Dates from Cranford Jaycees