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In cooperation with Randolph Township, the Randolph Kiwanis Club proudly runs the 48th Annual Randolph Freedom Festival. This event-filled community celebration will take place from Thursday, July 11th, through Saturday, July 13th, from 6 PM to 11 PM each night at the County College of Morris, located at 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, NJ 07869, Lot #1. If it rains, the Freedom Festival will continue on Sunday, July 14th, at the same hours.

Randolph Freedom Festival Highlights

The event is sure to have an exciting array of attractions and entertainment for all age groups, including the following:

  • Live Music and Performances: Enjoy live music from acclaimed bands and performers each night:
    • Thursday, July 11th: 7 PM – 10 PM – “The Norton Smull Band” playing pop and rock hits from the 90s and 2000s.
    • Friday, July 12th: 7 PM – 10 PM – “NGXB” performing live.
    • Saturday, July 13th: 7 PM – 10 PM – DJ Nick and the JerseyTones providing music and entertainment leading up to the fireworks display.
  • Spectacular Fireworks Display: The showstopper, however, will be on Saturday, July 13th, with their fireworks display across the sky at 9:45 PM, accompanied by synchronized music from DJ Nick Entertainment. It is a great show in all of Morris County.
  • Expanded Beer Garden: Those 21 and over can enjoy a number of beverages at the expanded beer garden, with classic brews, red and white wines, and hard seltzers in four distinct flavors.
  • Delicious Food: Feast on all the classic carnival treats like funnel cakes, fried Oreos, hot dogs, and cotton candy. Food trucks will also be on hand to feature a variety of gourmet selections.
  • Carnival Rides and Games: Enjoy fourteen mechanical rides, including two spectacular rides and many different carnival games and attractions
Randolph Annual Freedom Festival Rides
Randolph Annual Freedom Festival Rides / Photo courtesy of Randolph Kiwanis Club

Special Events and Schedule

  • Thursday, July 11th
    • Freedom Festival: 6 PM – 11 PM
    • Live Music: 7 PM – 10 PM – “The Norton Smull Band”
  • Friday, July 12th
    • Freedom Festival: 6 PM – 11 PM
    • Live Music: 7 PM – 10 PM – “NGXB”
  • Saturday, July 13th
    • Randolph Kiwanis Freedom Parade: 10 AM
      • The parade starts at the corner of Dover-Chester Road and Quaker Church Road, proceeds down Quaker Church Road, right onto Center Grove Road, and ends at County College of Morris. The Grand Marshal will be the Kiwanis NJ District Governor, Howard Gordon.
    • Freedom Festival: 6 PM – 11 PM
    • Live DJ and Music: 7 PM – 10 PM – DJ Nick and the JerseyTones
    • Fireworks Display: 9:45 PM
Randolph Annual Freedom Festival Fireworks
Randolph Annual Freedom Festival Fireworks / Photo courtesy of Randolph Kiwanis Club

Important Information 

  • Parking: A $5 parking fee is required per vehicle at the County College of Morris.
  • Weather Contingency: The parade will go on rain or shine unless there is an electrical storm. If the fireworks are canceled on July 13, they will be rescheduled for July 14. If the Freedom Festival is canceled on July 13, it will be held on July 14 from 6 PM to 11 PM. Check Randolph Township for weather updates.

Join for a weekend of fun, food, music, and celebration at the Randolph Freedom Festival.

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