It goes without saying that this year’s Halloween will be a little different than years past. But, this is New Jersey! We rescheduled Halloween because of a hurricane, we can definitely handle this! Here’s a roundup of some fun events still on the calendar and a variety of ways to safely get into the spirit.
Scarecrow Stroll Fun
Downtown Cranford’s annual Scarecrow Stroll is happening now until November 1st. The streets are filled with spooky creations and you can vote for your favorite! Ballots are available throughout downtown and can be dropped in the newly redesigned Scarecrow Stroll Ballot Box located at the clock plaza. You can also take a selfie with a scarecrow (entry counts twice if you’re in costume!) and email it to dmc@cranfordnj.org by 10/31 to be entered into a drawing for a prize!
There is a Scarecrow Stroll movie series at the Cranford Drive-In Movie Theater with tons of spooky family favorites.
Play Halloween Bingo! Print the board located here, complete 4 squares in a row and email completed board to dmc@cranfordnj.org by 10/26 for a prize!
There is also a Cupcake Decorating contest. Buy a cupcake kit from Cake Artist Cafe at 8 Eastman St, decorate it and send a picture to dmc@cranfordnj.org by 10/31.
Dress up!
Grab your pet and participate inHowl-O-Ween!
Take a picture of your own costume and submit it to the Cranford Jaycees virtual Cranford Halloween Costume Contest!
All hope is not lost for this year’s Pumpkin Chunkin’ either! Pumpkin Chunkin’ is going to be streamed online with extra events which should make for some fun viewing!
Stop by Track 5 Coffee Saturday 10/24 from 12-4 with a canned good donation to Cranford Family Care and get a cup of apple cider, a mini muffin from Breadsmith and a novelty spider ring!
Visit our neighbors!
Westfield is putting on a great Addams Fest celebrating the spooky creations of Westfield native Charles Addams. There are wickedly decorated windows, hauntingly festive homes and even the parks are joining in on the fun. Mindowaskin Park has become Mystical and Tamaques Park has a haunted trail!
In Rahway, the Merchants and Drovers Tavern Museum is hosting Spirits of Rahway Lantern Lit Tours Friday 10/24 and Saturday 10/25. Reservations are required.
As with all events this year, wear a mask and practice social distancing. Let’s make the most of the Halloween season!