Cranford Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins

Date: October 26, 2024
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Hanson Park, Cranford

The Cranford Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins is back for its 10th year on Saturday, 10/26 at Hanson Park with an earlier start time!

Stroll along the pumpkin-lit garden paths from 5-8:30 pm to see the amazing carved creations on display. Hosted by Jersey Central Art Studios (JCAS) with support from the Cranford Jaycees and the Hanson Park Conservancy.

This is a FREE event and is open to all ages. Individuals can drop off their carved pumpkins from 9 am until 2 pm on the 26th at Hanson Park along with a completed registration form (available at jcas.org).

Cash awards will be given for funniest, scariest, and most original and will be grouped by ages 4-8, 9-16, and 17 and up.


The JCAS is a group of artists and citizens dedicated to raising awareness of the arts and the artistic process, as well as integrating the arts into the community through education, events, and economic development. The JCAS sees art as a vital component to our lives and one that will also enrich our community.

Cranford Carve-Out 2024