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Celebrate Rahway Day: A Showcase of Community, Culture, and Connection

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 10/08/2025

(RAHWAY, NJ) -- The Rahway Chamber of Commerce presents Rahway Day on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Rahway Recreation Center from 11:00am to 3:00pm. In partnership with Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council, Rahway Day invites residents and visitors to celebrate the very best of what Rahway has to offer. This family-friendly event highlights the city's creativity, culture, and community pride.

Rahway Day will feature local vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, and family activities. Guests can enjoy pumpkin painting for children (12 and under), pickleball classes, karate demonstrations, yoga sessions, and more, along with performances by Rahway High School students and local dance troupes. Hourly door prizes, a selfie station, and a 360° photo booth will add to the excitement, while outdoors, families can explore “Touch a Truck” experiences, view an antique police car, and sample fare from local food trucks.

“Rahway Day is about celebrating who we are as a city — full of energy, talent, and pride,” said Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe. “We’re inviting everyone, from residents to visitors, to spend the day with us and see firsthand what makes Rahway such a special place to live, work, and visit.”

Showcasing the strength of Rahway’s small businesses and community partnerships, Rahway Day brings together people of all ages to connect, explore, and enjoy everything that makes the city thrive.

All are welcome to attend this free community event and experience the excitement and connection that define Rahway. The Rahway Recreation Center is located at 275 E. Milton Avenue in Rahway, New Jersey.




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