by Michael McCormick
Allentown, NJ. Are you ready for spring? Then come on over to the historic village of Allentown New Jersey for the second annual Daffodil Days Festival, held from March 25 through April 2, 2022. The Festival is full of family-friendly events set amongst 5,000 daffodils planted by volunteers all across town.
A parade at noon on Saturday March 25th kicks off a full slate of more than 30 activities (many free) and boutique shop specials. Meet King Alfred Daffodil and his court amongst the blooms of Sensi Park with free activities for children. Join in the “Welcome Spring Gala” at 6 pm for an elegant evening in the Olde Mill set to the music of the McAllister Trio. From awe-inspiring tales of colonial times to chocolate making, walks through Allentown’s Heritage Park to enjoy a timeless story of Spring, and even the Easter Bunny — there’s something for everyone. Our local merchants, crafters, and restaurateurs will be waiting to serve you their finest offerings in celebration of the season. Visit www.allentownvinj.org for a complete daily calendar of events.
Daffodil Days comes to Allentown courtesy of The Allentown Village Initiative (TAVI), a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose focus is on local history education and historic preservation, natural resource protection, economic development, and the arts and culture.
A quaint and quiet town of 1,800 residents set apart from the bustle of urban New Jersey, Allentown is conveniently located just minutes from Exit 7a on the New Jersey Turnpike, one hour south of New York City, and less than an hour north of Philadelphia.