Join us this fall for your favorite annual community events! There's something for everyone to enjoy!
Veterans Day Ceremony
Tuesday, November 11 | 9:15AM
War monument on Village Green | 356 Broad St
The City of Summit is hosting a Veterans Day ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 9:15AM at the war monument on the Village Green (356 Broad Street). All members of the public are invited to attend.
Speakers will include Dr. Elizabeth Fagan (Summit Mayor), Delia Hamlet (Summit Councilmember), Navy SEAL Matt Bitter (Summit resident), and 1st Lt. Mitchel Horn (American Legion Commander). The event will also feature a musical performance of "America the Beautiful" by the Summit Chorale. The Summit YMCA will provide free refreshments on the Village Green for all attendees after the ceremony.
Toys for Tots Holiday Toy Drive
Friday, November 14 - Tuesday, December 16
Additional program information
The Summit PBA and FMBA are hosting the annual United States Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots holiday toy drive for 2025. To participate, bring new and unwrapped toys to the donation boxes at participating locations during normal business hours between November 14 and December 16. The toys collected through this program are distributed to children throughout Union County and the surrounding area.
Community Thanksgiving Meal
Thursday, November 27 | 12PM - 2PM
Community Center | 100 Morris Ave
Join us at the Summit Community Center on Thanksgiving for our annual community Thanksgiving meal! The catered meal will include roast turkey, traditional side dishes, pies, and other desserts, as well as coffee and a beverage service. The event will also include a game of touch football, open gym activities, a Thanksgiving-themed family movie, and arts and crafts for children. The event is free and open to all community members. Pre-registration is not required. The Senior Connections Bus will provide transportation for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Call 908-277-2932 or email dguidajr@cityofsummit.org to schedule transportation.
Miracle on Elm Street & Holiday Tree Lighting
Friday, November 28 | 1PM - 5:30PM
Village Green |356 Broad Street
Additional event information
Get into the holiday spirit at the City of Summit's Miracle on Elm Street event and holiday tree lighting! Join us on Friday, November 28, from 1PM to 5:30PM in the Elm Street parking lot and the Village Green (356 Broad Street). Attendees can enjoy ice skating in the Elm Street parking lot, bonfires, hot beverages, and cookie decorating. Musical and entertainment acts will perform on the main stage on the Village Green. The Summit Fire Department will escort Santa to the Village Green for the tree lighting with Mayor Fagan at 5PM, after which time attendees can take photos with Santa.
