Lawrence Recreation Community Events

Special events information will be added and updated here

2026 Events

Colonel Hand Historical March - January 10th

Valentine’s Day Candlelit Walk - February 13th at Colonial Lake at 6pm-8pm

Egg Hunt @ Central Park-Friday - TBD at 9am

Memorial Day Parade - May 23rd at 10am

Independence Day Fireworks - July 1st at Rider University

Patriotic Concert-Veterans Park July 9th

9/11 Memorial Service-September 11th at 8:30am

Community Day - October 3rd at Village Park

Halloween House Decorating Contest

Veterans Day - November 11th 

Tree Lighting at Town Hall - December 3rd at 6pm-8pm

Holiday House Lighting contest

Jingle for Joy

Jolly Trolley Rides - December 18th

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Lawrence Township Community Day is coming!

Calling all Lawrence businesses, nonprofits, community groups, crafters, makers, and vendors! Join us on Saturday, October 3rd from 1:00pm to 5:00pm for an afternoon of community, food, entertainment, activities, and fun.

And remember... don't just bring a table, bring something to the table! Offer a game, activity, giveaway, demonstration, craft, or anything that gets the community involved.

Vendor space is FREE and limited to 50 participants, so register early! https://forms.gle/1zyLSfuTDwbVgUx99

Saturday, October 3rd

1:00pm to 5:00pm

Village Park

Food vendors and food trucks should contact esuydam@lawrencetwp.com for participation information.

Come be part of a fun new Community Day for Lawrence!