Shop Local & You Can Win Big on Small Business Saturday!
Small Business Saturday is Saturday, November 29th and it’s the perfect excuse to shop and support local! Every $10 you spend at a Cranford business starting Monday, November 24th will provide you with one raffle ticket for our Small Business Saturday giveaway. This year’s Small Business Saturday event will have 30 gift baskets containing $10,000+ […]
Reserve Your Tickets for the Holiday Sweets & Treats Walk!
Sure to satisfy any sweet tooth, Downtown Cranford will be holding the annual Holiday Sweets & Treats Walk on Saturday, December 13th from 1-4pm! Attendees will receive a holiday container and map touring 14 Downtown Cranford shops and restaurants, as well as a $5 Downtown Cranford gift card. As you visit each participating destination you […]
Congratulations to the 18th Annual Scarecrow Stroll Winners!
Over 1,400 votes were cast in the 18th Annual Scarecrow Stroll in the categories of 12 and Under, Adults/Families, Schools & Organizations, Cranford Businesses, and Best Overall. Thank you to all of the children, adults, businesses, organizations, and schools who participated in the Scarecrow Stroll – this event is a success because of you! The […]
Ghostbusters Day Returns to Downtown Cranford on October 25th!
It’s ghost busting time! Ghostbusters will be taking over Downtown Cranford this Saturday, October 25th with activities for visitors of all ages. There will be a Stay Puft S’mores Bar, Ghostbusters Cupcake Decorating, Ghostbusters Stroll, Ghostbusters specials, Ghostbusters Scavenger Hunt, and so much more! If you’d like to take part in the Ghostbusters Stroll, click here. […]
Vote Now in the 18th Annual Scarecrow Stroll!
Voting is now open for the 18th Annual Scarecrow Stroll! We can’t thank all of our scarecrow creators enough for decorating Downtown Cranford with over 100 spooky, scary, hilarious, and incredible scarecrows. You can vote on the Downtown Cranford website here: https://downtowncranford.org/scarecrow-stroll-voting/ or by scanning the QR code on any scarecrow nametag. The categories you […]
Register for the 2025 Apple Pie Contest!
Bakers, now is your time to shine! Enter your apple baked good in this year’s for this year’s Apple Pie (or apple baked good) Contest! Contestants, bring your baked good and serving utensils to Eastman Street (across from Vinny’s) on Sunday, October 19th at 12:30PM. The judges will taste each entry before declaring a winner! […]
Your Guide to October Fun in Cranford!
October is the busiest time of year in Cranford and this year is no exception! Downtown Cranford and other organizations have a full calendar of events planned, with the fun kicking off the weekend of October 10th with the Monster Mash Glow Party and Candy Stroll! The fun continues all month long with the LEGOWeen […]
Pumpkin Spice Lovers, This is Your Day!
Tomorrow is the day pumpkin spice lovers have been waiting for – the Downtown Cranford Pumpkin Spice Tour! If you’ve purchased a ticket, you can pick up your bracelet at Eastman Plaza starting at 12:30pm. There are 25 restaurants offering a variety of pumpkin spice flavored treats, so bring your appetite! You’ll also find discounts […]
Kick Up Your Heels at These Boots Were Made for Walkin’ Downtown on September 13th!
The country western themed event, These Boots Were Made for Walkin’ Downtown, returns on September 13th! Join us on Saturday, September 13th, for live music with Nikki Briar & the Sweetbriar Country Band, Line Dancing, Food Tour, Mechanical Bull, and more! Kick up your heels and come downtown for this fun and family friendly event! […]
Register Your Pup for the 2025 Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade!
We invite you and your pup to join us on Sunday, October 19th for the 2025 Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade! The parade will take place at Post Office Plaza starting at 11AM. The Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade is done in partnership with Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Cranford-Westfield and The Barker Lounge – Cranford. Thank you to […]