Washington BID

10/09/2026

Looking forward to PUMPKIN PARK 2026!
44 East Washington Ave. Washington, NJ 07882

Schedule of events for October 24, 2026

● 10am-6pm- Fall Vendor Market in the parking lot by Pumpkin Park.
● 11am-3pm - FREE pumpkin carving in Pumpkin Park for local families. Plenty of pumpkins available for parents and kids to carve. Carving tools are provided. Pumpkins will all be lit up at 6 pm, then available to take home after 8pm.
● 3pm - 4:30 - Trick or treating at the downtown businesses.
● 4:30 - 5pm - Costume parade and judging. Show off your best costume creations as you parade in front of the judges in Pumpkin Park. Prizes for best individual and family costumes.
● 5pm - Grab dinner in one of Washington Borough’s restaurants so you don’t miss a minute of fun.
● 6pm - Pumpkins lit at Pumpkin Park
● 6pm - Witches Dance practice run led by Cressman Dance Studio. Witches meet in the parking lot behind Pumpkin Park for a dance lesson and runthrough. Instructors will organize the group before entering Pumpkin Park. All are welcome, please bring your witches hat and broom.
● 6:30pm - Twilight - The Witches Dance performs in Pumpkin Park surrounded by hundreds of lighted pumpkins. Cressman may provide additional surprises after the witches.
● 7pm - Tales of the Borough Ghost walk led by paranormal investigator Bobbie Nash Henry. This is an ADULTS ONLY free tour lasting about 2 hours walking through the borough.
● 8pm - Families can pick up pumpkins to take home and enjoy.
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Event details: Pumpkin Park, Trick or Treating & The Witches Dance
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https://washingtonbid.org

10/08/2026

⚽ BIG NEWS FOR LITTLE WASHINGTON! 🎨

We’re excited to announce that Washington Borough will be welcoming a FIFA World Cup 2026™ soccer ball sculpture to our downtown!

As part of The Art of the Game Legacy Program, this incredible piece of public art will bring a little World Cup history right to our community!

Another exciting addition to Little Washington as we continue to celebrate art, culture, and downtown revitalization! 🐝

Learn more about the program:
https://nynjfwc26.com/press-releases/art-of-the-game-legacy/

10/07/2026

10/06/2026

FREE OPEN MIC! 🎤 JOIN US Sat 10/17 6pm-8 for Little Washington presents Saturday Nights in the Park at Veterans' Park 44 E Washington Ave. Washington, NJ 07882 / Have fun participating and/or listening to live poets, musicians, comedians, & more! / Please text (908) 689-4800 with any questions! details: https://washingtonbid.org
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10/02/2026

FREE OPEN MIC! 🎤 JOIN US Sat 10/3 6pm-8 for Little Washington presents Saturday Nights in the Park at Veterans' Park 44 E Washington Ave. Washington, NJ 07882 / Have fun participating and/or listening to live poets, musicians, comedians, & more! Host: Frank May / Please text (908) 689-4800 with any questions! details: https://washingtonbid.org
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Event details: Saturday Nights in the Park 10/3
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10/02/2026

Our community has some incredibly talented artists! Come down to The Cellar Door to see The Spirit of America Mini Mural Project. Created by all our local kids ages 4-18. This project was sponsored by The Warren County Division of Cultural and Heritage Affairs. Shippen Manor

The Art will be on display until 10/26/26!

09/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who made it out to our 23rd Annual Festival!

A big recognition and thank you to Dan Hirshberg Jessica Marie Rudd for all of their hard work! The day could not have happened without these two! 👏

It was definitely a different experience this year. We appreciate the understanding and support.

Big thanks to all our volunteers, the entertainers for being flexible, DPW, Washington Police Department, and our amazing BID businesses for hosting us at the last minute and working to set up stages and sound!

We hope to see you all next year, outside!

09/26/2026

NEW MAIN STAGE LOCATION TODAY!! Spread the word, please!
This has been one heck of a ride and we are so sorry for all the back and forth but the crazy weather and other factors beyond our control necessitated yet another Main Stage change for today's festival. THE NEW MAIN STAGE VENUE IS AT THE SPACIOUS WASHINGTON BOROUGH COMMUNITY HALL, SECOND FLOOR, 100 BELVIDERE AVENUE (ACROSS FROM THE POST OFFICE). Please note that the locations for music at William's Irish Tavern and Brothers Restaurant are unchanged. We are determined to offer our community a great day of music even as Mother Nature has caused havoc throughout the state. We look forward to seeing you all today! For those attending the Boro Hall location, you are welcome to bring your own refreshments. Additionally several local eateries will be open throughout the day, many of which will deliver.
Thanks again for your understanding. We will make this happen!!

09/26/2026

Well it looks like the main stage has yet another new home tomorrow. Due to circumstances beyond anyone's control. The main stage is now at the boro hall! Second floor. Party time, baby!