Candy Stroll Tickets are Now Available!

We’re thrilled to announce the return of the Candy Stroll as part of the Scarecrow Stroll celebration! This year the Candy Stroll will be held on three days: October 14, 23 & 28. Participants must purchase a bag for the time slot and day they want. The bags cost $7 and can be purchased through […]

8 Thai Opens its Doors in Downtown Cranford and is Already Garnering Rave Reviews!

If you love Thai food, then we hope you’re as excited as we are for the opening of Downtown Cranford’s newest restaurant, 8 Thai at 103 Miln Street! Owner Sudkate (Nick) Yaiphairot owns other restaurants in the area but was looking to open in Cranford. He brought in his friend Chatchai (Ton) Chutmongkonkul and told […]

Register for the 15th Annual Scarecrow Stroll!

The Downtown Cranford office is thrilled to announce that registration is officially open for the 15th Annual Scarecrow Stroll! From October 14 – 31, scarecrows created by local families, organizations, and Cranford businesses and will line the downtown streets. The Scarecrow Stroll is one of downtown’s biggest events, so don’t miss your chance to be […]

Don’t Miss the 1st Haunted Cranford History Tour!

Join us on October 1st for the Haunted Cranford History Tour! Take a stroll outdoors, throughout Downtown Cranford touring historical locations from all centuries and decades! Listen to the stories about the town’s famous and infamous folks who will make a special appearance from the world beyond just for your listening pleasure. Even Cyrus Drake, […]

Summer Restaurant Week is Here!

Come downtown for Downtown Cranford Restaurant Week August 7-11! Participating restaurants are offering specials and prix-fixe menus Sunday through Thursday. This is a great opportunity to try a new restaurant or visit an old favorite. Downtown Cranford is also sponsoring a Snap, Share & Win photo contest, so just email DMC@cranfordnj.org a picture from your […]

Turtle Back Zoo Visits Downtown Cranford and Brings Some Friends!

Last Friday, to celebrate the release of DC League of Super-Pets at Cranford Theater, Turtle Back Zoo brought 4 of their favorite pets to Downtown Cranford! The crowd met Sydney the ball python, Barb the bearded dragon, 2 shy tree frogs, and a box turtle. The employees from Turtle Back Zoo provided information about each […]

Keep Cool at Downtown Cranford’s Sidewalk Sale!

This weekend, July 21-23, is the return of the Downtown Cranford Sidewalk Sale! Participating businesses will have sales, promotions, and more! Many stores will have tables set out with special items on sale, as well as in-store promotions. Here is a list of participating businesses: The Amber Feather LLC (taking part Friday & Saturday) Anthem […]

908 Opens in Downtown Cranford and Sneakerheads Rejoice

Yesterday Downtown Cranford, the DMC Board, and Deputy Mayor Jason Gareis officially welcomed 908 to the Downtown Cranford community! 908 is located at 10 Alden Street and is the second location of the high-end sneaker store owned by JP Hernandez and Gustavo Gonzalez. The Cranford location came about when JP, a Cranford resident, found himself […]

Storytime with Cranford Police and Fire Is Back This Summer!

A summer favorite has returned to Downtown Cranford – Storytime with Cranford Police Department and Cranford Fire Department! Young children are invited to come to the gazebo on Thursdays on 10AM to listen to stories read by Police Officers and Firefighters. We’re so happy to once again partner with Cranford Police and Fire on this […]