Recreation Department
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
Trunk or Treat @ LHS October 22nd-6pm-8pm
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
Join us this Veterans Day!
Lawrence Township invites everyone to come together for our Veterans Day Ceremony as we honor and celebrate the courage, sacrifice, and service of all who have worn our nation’s uniform.
Wednesday, November 11th
11:00am
Lawrence Township Municipal Building
We especially encourage all veterans and their families to join us as we pay tribute to your dedication and service to our country.
Let’s stand together in gratitude for the heroes who protect our freedom.
Light refreshments will follow the ceremony.
ALL ABOARD THE JOLLY TROLLEY!
The Jolly Trolley is back for another year! Join us on Friday, December 18th for a 45-minute holiday ride through Lawrence Township to see the festive lights and decorations around town.
Enjoy hot chocolate, holiday music, and a ride through some of Lawrence’s holiday displays!
A few things to know before you climb aboard:
- $12 per person (children 2 & under ride free as lap passengers)
- Three departure times: 5pm, 6pm & 7pm
- Families may enter the lottery for up to 4 participants.
- Registration is through a lottery system. Choose ONE time slot when submitting your entry.
Important Registration Dates:
- Lottery entries close Monday, November 23rd at 9:00am.
- Selected families will be notified by the Recreation Department and contacted to complete payment.
Please submit only ONE entry per family.
The trolley departs promptly from Town Hall, so don't miss your chance to take in the holiday sights!
For questions, contact the Recreation Department at 609-844-7064.
Enter the lottery for your chance to ride! https://forms.gle/KBrq8EGKToxV888E9
