1CRANFORD, N.J. – Hundreds of glowing jack-o’-lanterns will illuminate Hanson Park on Saturday evening as Cranford’s Annual Pumpkin Carve-Out and Parade of Pumpkins returns for a night of family fun and fall spirit.

The free community event, hosted by Jersey Central Art Studios with support from the Cranford Jaycees and Hanson Park Conservancy, begins at 5 p.m. and runs until 8:30 p.m.

Residents are invited to drop off their carved pumpkins earlier in the day between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. before returning to view the candlelit display.

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Cranford’s Pumpkin Carve-Out and Parade of Pumpkins takes place Saturday, October 18, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at Hanson Park.

Participants drop off carved pumpkins in the morning for evening display along candlelit paths.

Free event with prizes for

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