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WednesdayOctober 21, 2026

8 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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11:00 AM – 1:00 PMDowntown Cranford

Little Ghouls Candy Stroll

Downtown Cranford

Celebrate the Scarecrow Stroll in Downtown Cranford by taking part in the Little Ghouls Candy Stroll! The event will take place on October 21st from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Each child 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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Thursday Oct 22

7 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/.

Event details for 19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll from Downtown Cranford
5:30 PM – 9:00 PMDowntown Cranford

Witches Night Out

Downtown Cranford

Join us for Witches Night Out on October 22nd from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm in Downtown Cranford. Dress up in your best witch attire and enjoy an evening of shopping, dining, and fun activities. For more information, visit: https://downtowncranford.org/mecevents/witches-night-out-3/.

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Friday Oct 23

8 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/.

Event details for 19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll from Downtown Cranford
All dayCranford Schools

OAS Fall Play

auditorium

Friday, October 23rd @ 7:00pm<br>Saturday, October 24th @ 7:00pm<br>Sunday, October 25th @ 2:00pm<br><br><b>“Myth-Guided” by Tracy Wells<br><br>SYNOPSIS: “An enthusiastic tour guide promises a group of zany tourists that<br>their visit to the sculpture garden will be full of fun with Greek mythol <a href=' https://www.cranfordschools.org/apps/events/55254660/'>Read more</a>

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Saturday Oct 24

8 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/.

Event details for 19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll from Downtown Cranford
All dayCranford Schools

OAS Fall Play

auditorium

Friday, October 23rd @ 7:00pm<br>Saturday, October 24th @ 7:00pm<br>Sunday, October 25th @ 2:00pm<br><br><b>“Myth-Guided” by Tracy Wells<br><br>SYNOPSIS: “An enthusiastic tour guide promises a group of zany tourists that<br>their visit to the sculpture garden will be full of fun with Greek mythol <a href=' https://www.cranfordschools.org/apps/events/55254660/'>Read more</a>

Event details for OAS Fall Play from Cranford Schools

Sunday Oct 25

7 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/.

Event details for 19th Annual Scarecrow Stroll from Downtown Cranford
All dayCranford Schools

OAS Fall Play

auditorium

Friday, October 23rd @ 7:00pm<br>Saturday, October 24th @ 7:00pm<br>Sunday, October 25th @ 2:00pm<br><br><b>“Myth-Guided” by Tracy Wells<br><br>SYNOPSIS: “An enthusiastic tour guide promises a group of zany tourists that<br>their visit to the sculpture garden will be full of fun with Greek mythol <a href=' https://www.cranfordschools.org/apps/events/55254660/'>Read more</a>

Event details for OAS Fall Play from Cranford Schools
11:00 AM – 12:00 PMDowntown Cranford

2026 Howl-o-Ween Parade

Downtown Cranford

Join us for the 2026 Howl-o-Ween Parade on October 25th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in Downtown Cranford. Dress up your pup in their best costume and parade through the streets. For more information and to register your pup, visit: https://downtowncranford.org/register-your-pup-for-the-downtown-cranford-howl-o-ween-parade/.

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