Madison Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting 2018 Friday

MADISON, NJ - The giant tree is has been installed on Main Street, Santa Claus has confirmed his appearance and the Madison Rotary has set their rally point at the Ambulance Corps building in anticipation of the annual Madison Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Friday.

According to organizers, the annual Madison Christmas Parade is one of the most beloved Madison holiday traditions. This year’s celebration will be held is scheduled to begin around 5:30 p.m. with the lighting of the tree tentatively scheduled for 6:30 p.m.

Each year crowds of people gather on the route down Main Street to enjoy the parade and tree lighting sponsored by the all-volunteer Madison Christmas Committee. Rotarians walk alongside the Santa Claus float and make sure excited children don't run out to greet Santa.

This year, Madison Electric Department and Honor Tree Service cut down and installed th tree at Waverly Place. The tree, a donation from Woodland Road resident Ed Mallaney, towers over Main Street and will light up the holiday season for residents and visitors alike.

(Photo courtesy of the Borough of Madison)

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