(EDISON, NJ) -- Celebrate Middlesex County, an annual event highlighting the unique programs, services, and people of Middlesex County’s government, took place on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Roosevelt Park in Edison. The free family-friendly event showcased the unique programs and services provided by Middlesex County and highlighted the people who bring them to life through interactive booths and displays.

The event boasted a variety of activities including local food vendors, live music, games and activities, touch-a-truck, roller skating, arts and crafts, historical reenactors, and much more. In the fishing derby, a fan favorite, John Barrett took the grand prize with a fish measuring 14 inches, while Maks Mazur reeled in the most fish with a total of 26 fish caught.

Here are some photos from the event.

Middlesex County is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies, three universities, 19 park systems, and world-class healthcare and research facilities making it one of the nation’s most dynamic regions and a leader in technology, transportation, the arts, and food innovation. As one of the most diverse populations in the country, Middlesex County is home to over 860,000 residents living throughout 25 municipalities. The County's award-winning Middlesex County Magnet Schools system and two-year Middlesex College uphold its position as #1 in the state for best schools, offering secondary and postsecondary education and workforce development programs that create a unique ecosystem in which opportunities abound. Conveniently located between New York and Philadelphia, Middlesex County is a leading destination for businesses and residents alike to live, work, and play – and has been since the 17th century.