Events & Celebrations

City & Community Events

Events & Celebrations are overseen by the Deptartment of Public Affairs. They are responsible for coordinating city and community sponsored events to increase awareness of Burlington's rich historical and cultural resources, foster community connections, and enhance quality of life for residents and visitors .

Use the calendar above or the link below to see upcoming events happening in our historic city of Burlington.

Contact Information

City Hall Municipal Office
525 High Street
Burlington NJ 08016
Hours: Monday - Friday (9:00am - 5:00pm)

John Alexander
Tel: 609-386-0200 Ext. 115
Fax: 609-386-0214
Email: JAlexander@burlingtonnj.us

Stoned Soul Picnic Concert

H.T. Costello Lyceum Hall 432 High Street, Burlington City (Burlington County, NJ), NJ, United States
$30
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It's time for Fall Theatre at Lyceum Hall Center For The Arts!! For more information, or to register your child please scan the QR code or reach out with the contact info below.

LyceumHallArts.com | lyceumstudionj@gmail.com
Lyceum Hall Center for the Arts | 432 High Street, Burlington, NJ 609.239.0029
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Its time for Fall Theatre at Lyceum Hall Center For The Arts!!  For more information, or to register your child please scan the QR code or reach out with the contact info below.

LyceumHallArts.com | lyceumstudionj@gmail.com
Lyceum Hall Center for the Arts | 432 High Street, Burlington, NJ  609.239.0029

Webinar: Demonstration of the U.S. Digital Response (USDR) Federal Grant Finder Tool

Join the Grants Management Office (GMO) and the USDR Team for an informative webinar showcasing the U.S. Digital Response (USDR) Federal Grant Finder Tool, a powerful resource designed to streamline and enhance grant management processes. This webinar will provide a live demonstration of the tool's features, including how it can assist organizations across New Jersey in optimizing grant identification, tracking and collaboration.

To register, please visit: rb.gy/r5d35d
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Webinar: Demonstration of the U.S. Digital Response (USDR) Federal Grant Finder Tool

Join the Grants Management Office (GMO) and the USDR Team for an informative webinar showcasing the U.S. Digital Response (USDR) Federal Grant Finder Tool, a powerful resource designed to streamline and enhance grant management processes. This webinar will provide a live demonstration of the tools features, including how it can assist organizations across New Jersey in optimizing grant identification, tracking and collaboration.

To register, please visit: https://rb.gy/r5d35d

📢 📢 JOB RECRUITMENT EVENT 📢📢

The Father Center of New Jersey will be hosting a Residential Caregiver Recruitment on Wednesday, September 25th from 10am to 1pm, at 17 West Broad Street, Burlington City. They are seeking compassionate, patient, and dedicated individuals to join their team and make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.

Please contact Brian Wingate @ 609-235-3673 or via email bwingate@thefathercenter.org with an questions.
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📢 📢  JOB RECRUITMENT EVENT  📢📢

The Father Center of New Jersey will be hosting a Residential Caregiver Recruitment on Wednesday, September 25th from 10am to 1pm, at 17 West Broad Street, Burlington City.  They are seeking compassionate, patient, and dedicated individuals to join their team and make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.

Please contact Brian Wingate @ 609-235-3673 or via email bwingate@thefathercenter.org with an questions.

🛑 Investigation of Illnesses: Diamond Shruumz-Brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, & Gummies 🛑

CDC and FDA have received reports of severe acute illnesses and other adverse effects following consumption of Diamond ShruumzTM brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies reported to multiple poison control centers across the United States.

Please visit the link below for further information:

www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigation-illnesses-diamond-shruumz-brand-chocol...
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🛑  Investigation of Illnesses: Diamond Shruumz-Brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, & Gummies  🛑

CDC and FDA have received reports of severe acute illnesses and other adverse effects following consumption of Diamond ShruumzTM brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies reported to multiple poison control centers across the United States. 

Please visit the link below for further information:

https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigation-illnesses-diamond-shruumz-brand-chocolate-bars-cones-gummies-june-2024

📢 Grants Available for Veteran Owned Businesses 📢

For a list of eligibility requirements, or to apply please visit:

foundersfirstcdc.org/stephen-tadlock
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📢 Grants Available for Veteran Owned Businesses  📢

For a list of eligibility requirements, or to apply please visit:

https://foundersfirstcdc.org/stephen-tadlock

Things to do

Department of Public Affairs

Performs all appropriate functions respecting City Public Affairs.

Division of Recreation

Youth and adult sports activities. Recreational facility information.

Division of Health & Vital Statistics

City of Burlington vital statistics, licensure of food services, and licensure of pet dogs.

Boat Ramp

Boat Ramp permits, information and waterway information.

The Tourism Council is an advisory board with representation from each of the City's historical and other major community groups. This Council, under the supervision of the Department of Public Affairs, Council, Mayor and Administrator, coordinates all appropriate functions respecting the advancement of City travel and tourism, including:

  • Celebration of the City’s holidays, parades, and other events
  • Marketing of City resources, especially historical assets
  • Oversight, creation, and production of Marketing Materials
  • Distribution of Tourism marketing materials
  • Coordination of resources for celebrations and public events
  • Development and presentation of guided tours

In order to accomplish our objectives of promoting awareness of Burlington's rich history and attract visitors to our historic district, the Tourism Council works closely with other City departments, organizations, and associations, especially the Department of Public Affairs.

The Tourism Council consists of representatives of:
  • Barry Conaway, Mayor
  • City of Burlington Common Council
  • Burlington County Historical Society
  • City of Burlington Historical Society
  • Colonial Burlington Foundation
  • Greater Burlington Chamber of Commerce
  • City of Burlington Historic Preservation Commission
  • Historic Yorkshire Alliance
  • Oliver Cromwell Society
  • Main Street Burlington
  • The Library Company of Burlington

Contact Information

City Hall Municipal Office
525 High Street
Burlington NJ 08016
Hours: Monday - Friday (9:00am - 5:00pm)

John Alexander
Tel: 609-386-0200 Ext. 115
Fax: 609-386-0214
Email: JAlexander@burlingtonnj.us

City & Community Events

Celebrations & Events is a Division of the Dept. of Public Affairs, and is responsible for coordinating City- and community-sponsored events to increase awareness of Burlington's rich historical and cultural resources, foster community connections, and enhance quality of life for residents and visitors .

Visit our calendars page with the link below to stay up to date with any upcoming events happening in our historic city of Burlington.

Tour Guide & Map

FREE Self-guided Walking Tour brochure of 44 historical sites of the Historic District, as well as:

  • Historical Notes on Over 40 Sites
  • Attractions
  • Calendar of Year-round Events
  • Amenities appealing to Families with Children, Seniors
  • History Buffs

Tour Planning

FREE assistance to Travel Agents, Meeting or Event Planners, Organization Social and Activity Directors to design custom tour and dining/shopping packages to present to your group, organization, association, club, or company.

Travelers and travel pros can request these, plus review attractions, dining, shopping and directions by calling 609-386-0200 x114 or e-mail your request to JAlexander@burlingtonnj.us

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