The Holiday Hit List - Guide to all things Holiday in Cranford, New Jersey

The Holiday Hit List - Your Guide to All Things Holiday in Cranford, New Jersey

'Tis the season, and Cranford is bringing all the holiday cheer!

If you're anything like me, if it’s not on the calendar, it’s not happening — there's just too much to remember this time of year!

So, here’s a handy list to make sure you don’t miss any of the holiday fun around town. I’ll keep updating it as more events pop up, so check back often!

Going on Now!

• Holiday Ornament Fundraiser - Have it hang on the town tree!!
  Description: Help the Cranford Area Chamber of Commerce continue their Free Holiday Traditions! For your contribution ($10), you will receive an ornament to decorate to put on the Cranford town tree. Click below to order your ornaments. After submitting the form please Click Add to Cart to complete payment or pay via Venmo. Click here to purchase! 

Nov 23rd & 24th

• Chriskindlmarkt!
  Time: 11-4pm
  Location: Deutscher Club, Clark
  Description: Join us at the Deutscher Club's Chriskindlmarkt in Clark for holiday shopping, with proceeds going to the preservation fund.

Nov 29th

• Cranford Tree Lighting & Photos with Santa
  Time: 5pm
  Location: Springfield Ave Gazebo, Cranford
  Description: Tree lighting and photos with Santa at Springfield Ave Gazebo, organized by the Chamber of Commerce.

Nov 30th 

• Small Business Saturday
  Time: All day
  Location: Downtown Cranford
  Description: Celebrate Small Business Saturday in Downtown Cranford with prizes from local businesses.  Hang on to your receipts from any local shopping you do starting Monday, 11/25, and bring them to Eastman Plaza on November 30th. Every $10 you spend gets you one raffle ticket and the chance to win gift baskets provided by our Cranford businesses. 

Dec 5th

• Sip and Shop
  Time: All day
  Location: Cougar Headquarters, 415 Centennial Ave, Cranford
  Description: Holiday shopping at Cougar Headquarters

Dec 7th

• Cranford Santa Run
  Time: 9:00 AM
  Location: 1033 Springfield Ave, Cranford
  Description:  Get ready for some festive fun at the Santa Donut Run! Join us on Saturday, December 7th, at 1033 Springfield Ave, Cranford, NJ, for a jolly 5K filled with holiday spirit, delicious donuts, and a great cause! https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Cranford/CranfordSantaRun

• Cranford Kids Christmas Party with Free Photos with Santa
  Time: 9:30-12pm
  Location: Cranford Community Center
  Description: Join the Jaycees at the Cranford Community Center for their annual free family holiday party with photos with Santa! They'll also have face painters, treats, and music from the Cranford middle school bands. Pre-register for a time slot at bit.ly/JayceeParty24

• Holiday Sweets & Treats Walk
  Time: 1-4pm
  Location: Downtown Cranford
  Description: Sure to satisfy any sweet tooth, Downtown Cranford will be holding the annual Holiday Sweets & Treats Walk. Attendees will receive a container and map touring Downtown Cranford shops and restaurants.Tickets: $25. Register Here!

• Return of the Holiday Tenors
  Time: 7pm
  Location: The Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Ave, Westfield,
  Description: Encore! Award-winning tenors, guests and choruses join NJFO to celebrate and captivate with a dazzling selection of renowned tenor and holiday fare. A family festival of symphonic pops and wintertime favorites guaranteed to make the season merry.

Dec 7, 14, 15, 21, 22

• Cranford Theater Pajama Series
  Time: Various times (see link below)
  Location: Cranford Theater
  Description: Pajama movie series with Santa visits at Cranford Theater, plus Toys for Tots donations. https://www.cranfordtheater.com/

Dec 7 and 8th

• Makers Market
  Time: 10-4pm
  Location: Urban Sewciety, 361 South Ave East, Westfield
  Description: Makers Market at Urban Sewciety with local artisans and holiday shopping. Join us December 7th and 8th for a full weekend of amazing-ness and get your holiday shopping done early!

Dec 8th

• Home for the Holiday House Tours
  Time: 12-4pm
  Location: Various historic homes, Cranford
  Description: There are 7 beautiful homes this year and most are over 100 years old, including one of the earliest farms in Cranford. It’s a great day out and a wonderful way to champion all of the Cranford Womans Club philanthropic endeavors! Get tickets here!

• The Alluem Flea: Holiday Market at the Mill
  Time: 10-4pm
  Location: 347 Lincoln Ave East, Cranford
  Description: Outdoor holiday market, come visit our local artists, handmade goods, unique boutiques and Cranford businesses too!

• Stories with Santa - Sunday Night 
  Time:  7-7:30pm
  Location: Facebook Live, Cranford Chamber of Commerce 
  Description: In the olden days, families would gather around the radio listening to their favorite programs. We'd like to bring back that nostalgia and family time. Join us every Sunday night from Sunday, December 8 to Sunday, December 22 as Santa Claus will go online to read bedtime stories for the local boys and girls.  Click here!

Dec 13 & 15th

• Santa Deliveries & Toy Drive
  Time: Various (more to come)
  Location: Organized by the Cranford Jaycees
  Description: Santa Deliveries & Toy Drive by the Cranford Jaycees. More info to come!

Dec 14th

• Cougar Claus & Paws 
  Time:  10-12pm
  Location: Nic & Nick Home Atelier, 21 S. Union Ave, Cranford
  Description:   Bring in your furry friend for a photo with Santa to help raise funds for Cranford PAL Wrestling. $10 donation requested  Check it out!

• Grinchmas Lunch
  Time:  11-3pm
  Location: Venue 104, Cranford
  Description: Includes kids menu, adult buffet, sandwiches, salads, desserts and hot cocoa.  Visit here for tickets!

Dec 15th

• Breakfast with Santa
  Time:  10-1pm or 3-6pm
  Location: Venue 104, Cranford
  Description:  Photo ops, goodie bags, hot chocolate bar, breakfast buffet, sweet treats, coffee and tea. Visit Here for morning tickets! and Here for afternoon session!

• Stories with Santa - Sunday Night
  Time:  7-7:30pm
  Location: Facebook Live, Cranford Chamber of Commerce 
  Description: In the olden days, families would gather around the radio listening to their favorite programs. We'd like to bring back that nostalgia and family time. Join us every Sunday night from Sunday, December 8 to Sunday, December 22 as Santa Claus will go online to read bedtime stories for the local boys and girls.  Click here!

Dec 21st

• Trolley Rides & Sing Along with Santa
  Time: 1-4pm
  Location: Springfield Ave Gazebo, Cranford
  Description: Free trolley rides and sing-along with Santa, leaving every 15 minutes from the Springfield Ave Gazebo. Make sure to be in line by 3pm to guarantee a ride! Sponsored by longtime Chamber Member, Benner's Auto Body and Cranford Area Chamber of Commerce.

Dec 22nd

• Stories with Santa - Sunday Night
  Time:  7-7:30pm
  Location: Facebook Live, Cranford Chamber of Commerce 
  Description: In the olden days, families would gather around the radio listening to their favorite programs. We'd like to bring back that nostalgia and family time. Join us every Sunday night from Sunday, December 8 to Sunday, December 22 as Santa Claus will go online to read bedtime stories for the local boys and girls. https://www.facebook.com/events/1226059618697613/