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Parks & Recreation

A Juneteenth Cookout

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to attend a Juneteenth Cookout.

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

  • What: A Juneteenth Cookout. Free event! Come one, come all to a day of culture, freedom, and independence. Let’s celebrate and enjoy, with BBQ eats! Activities, games, prizes, game truck, ice cream, and more!
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Friday, June 27, from 3pm until 7pm.

Postponed – Movies in the Park

Movies in the Park initially scheduled for June 18 has been postponed. The new date and time is Wednesday, July 2, 2025 from 6:30pm until 9pm at Peach Orchard Park.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to present Movies in the Park.

  • What: Movies in the Park.
  • Where: Peach Orchard Park, which is located at 1400 Dill Avenue.
  • When: Wednesday, July 2, from 6:30pm until 9pm.

2025 City of Linden Summer Entertainment Series

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and Uptown Linden Inc., invite you to attend the 2025 Summer Entertainment Series!

Click here to view and/or download the 2025 Summer Entertainment Series flyer with entertainment schedule.

  • What: Come and enjoy the Summer Entertainment Series, events include live music of different genres, Legends of Linden, and comedy!
  • When: The 2025 Summer Entertainment Series will be held on varying nights from May 22 through September 25, 2025.
    • For all Concerts, doors open at 6pm.
    • Concerts begin at 7pm.
    • All House Music events begin at 5pm.
    • September 6 event starts at 2pm until 7pm.
  • Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
  • How: Free event. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional seating available for lawn chairs as space permits. For more information, contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600. Click here to view and/or download the 2025 Summer Entertainment Series flyer with entertainment schedule.

Father’s Day 2-on-2 Basketball Tournament

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to attend the Father’s Day 2-on-2 Basketball Tournament in collaboration with: youth legacy leaders.

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

  • Who: Children grades 5 through 12 with fathers/guardians.
  • What: Father’s Day 2-on-2 Basketball Tournament in collaboration with: youth legacy leaders. In our father’s day classic, children (boys/girls in grades 5 through 12) will team up with their fathers/guardians to compete against other families. Two games guaranteed! Substitutions are an option if the parent/guardian has more than one child attending. Come out and have fun!
  • Where: Wilson Park, which is located at 1100 Summit Terrace.
    • In the event of inclement weather, the location will change to the Linden Mutil-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Saturday, June 14, from 10:30am until 1:30pm.
    • Grades 5 and 6 at 10:30am.
    • Grades 7 and 8 at 11:30am.
    • High school at 12:30pm.
  • How: Last day to register is June 13. With questions or to register your team, please call Branly Cadet at 908-474-8639.

Self-Defense Class

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a self-defense class hosted by the Linden Police Department. The self-defense community event taught by certified instructors will provide our residents the opportunity to learn essential standing and ground skills to stay safe and confident.

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

  • Who: Ages 18 and up.
  • What: Self-defense class hosted by the Linden Police Department. This class is open to all adults, including seniors, who want to learn practical skills to feel safer and confident. Participants should be able to engage in light physical activity, such as standing or basic movements, to fully benefit from the class. Seniors with more advanced mobility challenges are warmly invited to join as spectators.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Thursday, September 18, 2025 from 5pm until 7:30pm.
  • How: To register online click here, or call the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600. Free for Members. Non-Member fee is $6.

Summer XC – Track Conditioning Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Summer XC/Track Conditioning Program.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for Summer XC/Track Conditioning Program.

  • Who: Grades 6 through 12.
  • What: Summer XC/Track Conditioning Program. The focus of this program is to begin conditioning for the upcoming athletic year. There will be a focus on drills, stretches, strength training and running. Be sure to bring sneakers, athletic clothing and water!
  • When: 8am until 10am, Monday through Thursday (weather permitting), beginning July 7 through July 31, 2025.
  • Where: Linden Field House at Tiger Stadium, which is located at 700 West Curtis Street.
  • How: To view full program description and register online, click here. In person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street), or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. For more information, call 908-474-8600.

2025 Linden Tigers – Summer Baseball Camp

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the 2025 Linden Tigers – Summer Baseball Camp.

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

  • Who: For boys ages 5 through 14.
  • What: Baseball Camp for boys, with instructors Craig Goldberg (LHS Varsity Baseball Head Coach), Xavier Krok (LHS Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach), Dan O’Lear (LHS Varsity Assistant Baseball Coach) and the Linden High School Varsity Baseball Players.
  • Where: Memorial Field (next to the P.A.L. Fields), which is located at 55 Lower Road.
  • When: 9am until 12pm, from July 21 through July 24.
    • Rain date: Thursday, July 25.
  • How: Registration fee is $30 per person. To view full program description and register online, click here. In person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street), or 9am until 7pm at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. Community Center Building is the only center to accept exact cash. Make checks payable to: Linden Recreation Baseball. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. Birth certificate and proof of residency is required if new to our programs. For more information, call 908-474-8600 or email here.
  • What to bring to camp: Water, baseball glove, baseball bat, baseball cleats, hat, lunch, sunscreen, and shorts and towel for the slip-N-slide.

Senior Citizen Bowling

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Bowling!

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  • Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
  • What: Senior Citizen Bowling!
  • Where: Jersey Lanes which is located at 30 Park Avenue. Pick up and drop off will take place at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Wednesdays, June 4 through August 27, from 1pm until 3pm.
  • How: Fee for program is $5. Must be a Recreation Senior Citizen Member to register. The fee includes 2 hours of bowling time, transportation and shoes. Pick up and drop off will take place at the JTG center.

Union County Utility Assistance Day

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) is hosting a Union County Utility Assistance Day.

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

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

  • What: Union County Utility Assistance Day. Need help with utility bills? This event will connect you with free utility grant programs!
  • When: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 9:30am until 2pm.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • How: Free community event. To register or for more information call us at 800-510-3102.

Linden’s Incorporation Celebration

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks and Recreation, Union County Board of County Commissioners, Uptown Linden, and the Linden Society for Historic Preservation presents Linden’s Incorporation Celebration!

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

  • Who: Linden community (children and adults).
  • What: Linden’s Incorporation Celebration -100 year anniversary, 1925-2025! Join us for a fun and informative Centennial Celebration of Linden’s Incorporation. Enjoy learning about your city’s history, with music, a trivia contest, games, shows, and much more!
  • When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1pm until 5pm.
    • Linden History Trivia Game with prizes starting at 1pm.
    • Free Carnival Games for children and teens with prizes 1pm until 5pm.
    • Free Magic Show from 4pm until 5pm.
    • DJ music with MC Mike Ruga all day in the Promenade.
  • Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
  • How: For more information, contact the Linden Department of Recreation at 908-474-8600.