Here's What Edison Has Planned For 4th Of July

EDISON, NJ — The township has announced a slew of events celebrating independence day this year.

After the coronavirus pandemic resulted in many towns canceling the 4th of July celebrations, looks like this year might be different.

Edison has planned fireworks on July 4, at Papaianni Park, 100 Municipal Blvd. But this year expect no food vendors, picnic tables, or kid rides due to COVID-19 restrictions. The township is also organizing a virtual patriotic house and pet contests.

Celebrate the 4th of July as a community by showing your patriotic spirit. Deck up your house for Independence Day. Who has the most patriotic house and pet in Edison Township? Well, submit a picture of your house and pet, and stand to win.

Here's what you need to know:

• The contest is open to Edison residents and owners and Pets must reside in Edison.
• If you are submitting a house, include your name, address, phone number and email address.
• When submitting pictures of a pet, include the owner’s name, address, owner’s phone number, and pet's name.

The photo will be publicized for voting but all information will be kept confidential, the township said. A link on the township's Recreation Department Facebook page will be posted on June 25th so residents can check out all the entries and vote.

Voting will be held from June 25 until July 1. Winners will be announced July 2, and prizes will be awarded.

Pictures of your house or pet should be emailed to ZMatthijs@edisonnj.org. All email entries must be received by 4:30 p.m., June 24.

For more information, contact the Edison Recreation Department daily from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at 732-248-7310.

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