Dumont is gearing up for another fantastic evening to kick off the holiday season with the 2nd Winter Festival being planned at Memorial Park for Friday, December 5th. Start time of the event is 7:00 pm.

More decorations are planned for the park this year, transforming the evening into a spectacular display of lights and community spirit for our residents.

There will be hayrides taking passengers through the pathway in the park. These hayrides are donated by D'Angelo's Farm. A train-ride will be on the Babe Ruth Field for the children that will circle around our newly made wooden Christmas tree and present display.

Once again we will have the musical sounds of an old fashioned brass ensemble along with piped in carols that everyone is welcome to join in and sing along.

The highlight of the evening will be Santa's visit to the park courtesy of the Dumont Fire Department's escort to the field. At 7:00 pm Santa and Mayor McHale will light the borough's Christmas tree to signal the start of the winter holiday season.

Festive holiday bags will be distributed to each of the children attending (while supplies last) that are filled with items purchased with donations made by local businesses in Dumont. Children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and have their pictures taken along with this year's Mr. Penguin and CareBear characters. Parents please do not forget to bring your cameras.

There will be hot chocolate available as well as refreshments that can be purchased during the evening.