Haddonfield Happenings

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It’s all in the details. When it comes to your social calendar, change is … not always good. But sometimes, it’s inevitable. Check each organization’s website for updated event information. 

IN THE COMMUNITY

June 26, 3 – 9 p.m.  Fútbol Fridays. 14 Mechanic Street. Downtown Haddonfield is bringing the spirit of the world’s game to South Jersey this summer with Fútbol Fridays — a World Soccer Hub and Open-Air Tailgate experience celebrating soccer, community, outdoor dining, and international culture in the heart of Downtown Haddonfield.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs (“BYOC”) and enjoy oversized soccer games, cornhole, Connect Four, family activities, and outdoor dining from Downtown Haddonfield restaurants. Convenient to-go dining options will also be available through the King’s Road Brewing Co. app, creating a unique downtown tailgate experience.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Presented by Bonnette Wealth Management Group – Stifel.

Saturday, June 27, 10 a.m  – 2 p.m. Bees Wax & Candle Making. Join Lauren from Pine Barrens Post for an educational look at traditional beeswax candle making. Learn about the process, then try your hand at candle‑dipping in a hands‑on session. Learn how beeswax candles are made, then roll up your sleeves and dip one yourself!

Saturday, June 27, 11 a.m  – 1 p.m. George Washington: The Leader Who Shaped A Nation. The weekend before America’s birthday, meet George Washington, the commander who led the Revolution, guided the Constitution, and set the standard for peaceful transfer of power. 

Saturday, June 27, 12  – 2 p.m. Meet Betsy Ross. Meet Betsy Ross, a woman whose craftsmanship, courage, and entrepreneurial spirit helped shape the nation’s early identity. Far beyond the first flag, she defied her Quaker upbringing, made ammunition undercover during the Revolution, ran her own business, and raised seven children as a widowed mother.

Friday, July 3. America 250. Kings Highway between PATCO and Haddon Ave. 

250th Birthday Parade, 10 –11 a.m. The Haddonfield Celebrations Association sponsors the annual Independence Day Parade, with music, floats, community spirit, local organizations, classic and antique cars, and patriotic spirit. Starts off on Kings Highway from Chestnut Street and ends at the High School. 

Hot-Dog Eating Contest, 12 p.m. 

Live Music, all afternoon.  

Borough Block Party & Drone Show, 5  – 9:30 p.m. Drone show: 9 p.m. At 5 p.m., the party takes over the entire downtown. From Haddon Avenue to the PATCO bridge, Kings Highway becomes a massive Block Party packed with over 20 table games, inflatables, old-fashioned games, face-painting, food trucks, and live music from Born to Run Down the Dream. And don’t forget, Haddonfield’s restaurants and shops will be open, ready to welcome you for dinner, drinks, and browsing between activities.

Stay through dusk for a spectacular first: Haddonfield’s Drone Show, lighting up the sky in honor of the Semiquincentennial.

Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12. The 32nd Annual Haddonfield Crafts & Fine Arts Festival. Saturday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m – 5 p.m. Downtown Haddonfield, Kings Highway. More than 200 juried artists line Kings Highway and the surrounding streets. Explore ceramics, jewelry, painting, photography, fiber arts, and more while enjoying food, music, and the charm of downtown Haddonfield. It’s one of the region’s signature summer events and a great weekend to stroll, shop, and discover new artists.

Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m  – 2 p.m. Inside the Revolutionary Wardrobe. Kings Court.  A hands‑on program exploring Revolutionary‑era fashion with interpreters from First State Heritage Park in Dover, DE. They share the clothing, layers, and construction techniques that shaped the iconic silhouettes of the period. All garments are high‑quality reproductions and can be handled for a true hands‑on experience.

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