MIDDLETOWN, NJ — There will be American Civil war re-enactors this Saturday, Oct. 10 at Poricy Park in Middletown.
Civil War re-enactors will be at the Joseph Murray Farmhouse with a variety of artifacts and replicas from the Civil War America. Visitors are invited to visit the many displays and tour the "camp" setups throughout the day. Family friendly and educational for all ages.
Saturday, October 10 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Joseph Murray Farmhouse, Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road, Red Bank)
This is a drop-in program. Visitors can come any time during the program to view displaces and interact with re-enactors.
Parking is available in the main parking lot at the Nature Center, or visitors can drive down the hill and park on the grass near the Joseph Murray Farmhouse.
Joseph Murray Farmhouse and Barn will both be open for viewing. Please note there are no public bathrooms at the Farmhouse.
Free - registration is not required.
And coming up on Oct. 24, there will be two more free events in Poricy Park:
Mayor's Challenge 5K + 1 Mile Costume Run
October 24, 2026, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM@Poricy Park This 5K run/walk is a costume run! Dress in your Halloween (run-safe) costume and complete the challenge. Post-race prizes include 5K run overall male & female & top age range male & female and best costume (group, unique, and America 250 themed). Stay after for the Halloween Hullabaloo! More Details
Halloween Hullabaloo 5-8 p.m. Oct. 24 at Poricy Park
This Spooktacular evening is back at Poricy Park. Join us for a costume parade and contest, black light cartooning with the Doodle Dude and Miss Fish, bounce houses, hayrides, food trucks for purchase, firepits and more! Trick-or-treat bags to the first 300 kids at the event.
Parking is very limited at Poricy Park. Drop-off zone available. Additional parking/shuttle runs from Fairview Fields.
Date: Saturday, October 24, rai ndate Sun., Oct 25
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm, costume contest begins at 6 p.m. sharp
Location: Poricy Park, 345 Oak Hill Rd, Red Bank 07701
Free for Middletown residents!
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