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2026 Indoor Soccer

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2026 Indoor Soccer Program. Register early to secure a spot on a team!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

  • Who: Open to all children ages 6 through 12.
  • What: Indoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
  • Where: All League games are played at the Linden Multi Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: The League begins on Saturday, January 17, 2026
    • Start time/hours varies with team assignment.
  • How: Registration deadline is December 30, 2025. After deadline, all registrants must register at the main office. A waiting list will be established after 40 registrants. Registration fee is $65 for residents, and $75 for non-residents. The registration fee includes a one-time annual $6 insurance fee. All participants must have their own shin guards. Register online here, or register in person at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) from 9am until 4pm, or at the Linden Multi Purpose Center (1025 John Street) from 9am until 7pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No Cash. No refunds once the League begins. For more information, call (908) 474-8600. Please note: all new “First Time” participants must bring the following original documents that will be verified at registration:
    • Child’s original birth certificate.
    • Household bill showing proof of residency.
    • Diver’s License or photo ID of parent/guardian signing up their child.

2026 Fall Little Kickers Clinic

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2026 Fall Little Kickers Clinic. Register early to secure a spot!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

  • Who: Open to all children ages 4 and 5.
  • What: Indoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
  • Where: Instructional Clinic will be held at Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: The Little Kickers Clinic begins on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9am. Clinic will run for eight (8) Saturdays: January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7.
  • How: Registration deadline is December 30, 2025. After deadline, all registrants must register by calling 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8627, and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $65 for residents, and $75 for non-residents. A one-time annual $6 insurance fee will be added to your total registration fee, per child, if this has not already been paid for with another program. All participants must have their own shin guards. Register online here, or register in person at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) from 9am until 4pm, or at the Linden Multi Purpose Center (1025 John Street) from 9:30am until 7pm. No refunds once the Clinic begins. For more information, call 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8627. Please note: all new “First Time” participants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up and must bring the following original documents at the time of registration and we will make copies:
    • Child’s original birth certificate.
    • Household bill showing proof of residency.
    • Diver’s License or photo ID of parent/guardian signing up their child.

Co-ed Wrestling

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the Co-ed Wrestling Program.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

  • Who: For ages 6 through 18.
  • What: Instruction on basic wrestling techniques and skills to improve one’s body awareness and overall confidence. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. All skill levels are welcome.
  • When & Where: Program runs from December 2, 2025 through March 12, 2026.
  • How: $60 registration fee, plus a $6 insurance fee. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. Register online here, or register in-person at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) from 9am until 4pm, or at the Linden Multi Purpose Center (1025 John Street) from 9am until 7pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No cash. No refunds once the session begins. For more information, call (908) 474-8600. Please note, all new “First Time” participants must bring the following original documents at the time of registration and we will make copies:
    • Child’s original birth certificate.
    • Household bill showing proof of residency.
    • Diver’s License or photo ID of parent/guardian signing up their child.

The Linden Family Holiday Skate Party

Mayor Derek Armstead and the Department of Parks & Recreation in conjunction with DWill’s Skate Academy invites you to the Linden Family Holiday Skate Party. Join us in celebrating the community’s first roller skating event!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.

  • Who: Parents and children.
  • What: The Linden Family Holiday Skating Party.
  • When: Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 5pm until 8pm.
  • Where: Branch Brook Park, Roller Skating Center, Clifton Avenue & 7th Avenue, Newark, NJ (Transportation will be provided).
  • How: Registration required. Click here to register. The registration deadline is December 5, 2025, and there are just a few sports available. $35 per person. Ticket price includes skate rentals, 2 slices of pizza, unlimited soft drinks, glow sticks, and transportation (outside food is allowed). For further information, please contact Linden Multi-Purpose Center at 908-474-8639.

9th Annual Holiday Breakfast with Santa

Mayor Derek Armstead, the Mayor’s Youth Commission and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite Linden families to the 9th Annual Holiday Breakfast with Santa. Seating limited to 180 families. Register now to secure your spot!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.

  • Who: Linden residents only.
  • What: Holiday breakfast with Santa! Kids eat free under age 16. Everyone 17 and over must pay a $5 entry donation, cash or check only made out to the Mayors Youth Commission. Toys will be gifted to children 10 years old and under. Take pictures with Santa. Seats limited to 180 people.
  • When: Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 8am until 11:30am.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • How: Registration required. Complete the form below to secure your spot, seating limited to 180 families. Proof of Linden residency is required at event, bring your ID. Registration ends December 7, 2025. Kids eat free under age 16. Everyone 17 and over must pay a $5 entry donation, cash or check only made out to the Mayors Youth Commission. For more information, please call 908-474-8600.

Santa Breakfast 2025

  • Please enter all the children attending: include name(s) and age(s) of each child.

Girls Open Gym

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Girls Open Gym, Linden Tiger Cub youth organization.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for Girls Open Gym.

  • Who: All girls, grades 6 through 8, who plan to tryout for their school team.
  • What: Girls Open Gym. Get ready for the 2026 basketball season! Come out and play some pickup basketball to sharpen your skills before tryouts!
  • When/Where: Monday, November 10, 2025 from 6:30pm until 8:30pm at McManus Middle School, which is located at 300 Edgewood Road (enter through gym door 16 of Edgewood Road and Dewitt Terrace).
    • Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 6:30pm until 8:30pm at Soehl Middle School, which is located at 300 East Henry Street (enter through doors by orange rock).

Linden Opioid Eradication Initiative

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation presents the Linden Opioid Eradication Intiative.

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Linden & Cultural Committee – Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Linden & Cultural Committee invite you to attend the Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair. Crafters and Vendors wanted.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the Holiday Vendor and Craft Fair.

  • What: Holiday Vendor and Craft Fair. Crafters and Vendors wanted.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: November 22, 2025 from 11am until 4pm.
  • How: Admission is free! Submit application and payment in full no later than Friday, November 7, 2025. Make checks payable to: Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee % Mayors Office located at 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036. For more information call Janet 908-862-5097 or Gail 908-372-8139 (leave a message) or email here.
    • Vendor Information: The Linden & Cultural Committee is offering the opportunity to reserve a 10′ X 8′ space with an 8′ table, chairs and refreshments to vendors for $25. Vendors can set up at 9am.

Click here to view and/or download the registration form for the Holiday Vendor and Craft Fair.

Click here to view and/or download the vendor list flyer for the Holiday Vendor and Craft Fair.

Pumpkin Painting Pizza Party

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to attend the Pumpkin Painting Pizza Party.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the Pumpkin Painting Pizza Party.

  • Who: For children 13 and under.
  • What: Pumpkin Painting Pizza Party. Children will receive a pumpkin to paint and pizza to eat.
  • When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 11am until 1pm.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center (JTG), which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • How: Click here to register. Fee is $5 per person, limited space is available. No money will be accepted at the door.

Basketball Game: New York Knicks vs Utah Jazz

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to attend the New York Knicks vs Utah Jazz Basketball Game.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.

  • Who: Parents and children.
  • What: New York Knicks vs Utah Jazz Basketball game.
  • Where: Madison Square Garden, located on 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY 10001.
    • Transportation will not be provided for this trip.
  • When: December 5, 2025, the game with be at 7:30pm.
  • How: Tickets will be sold to families who are interested in attending the game. Limited spots available. Registration deadline is October 31, 2025. Two partial payments are offered & will be collected on October 10, 2025 and October 31, 2025. If you have any questions, please call 908-474-8639.