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Our Biggest Event of the Year

Fall Festival 2026

Food, games, raffle, and everyone in one place. This is the event everyone talks about all year. FREE for all Connors families, including siblings.

Sunday, September 27, 2026
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Connors Elementary School Yard
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Craft table at Connors Fall Festival

Four Ways to Make Fall Festival Happen

This event runs on parents who say "I'll help." Pick what works for you.

Pick a shift that works for you. You'll get a confirmation, a calendar invite, and a reminder the week of. First-timers and seasoned vets both welcome.

Setup (2:30 PM – 4:00 PM)
Event Setup
Tables, signage, decor, game stations. Get everything ready, then stay to enjoy or work a table.
0 of 10spots open
Shift 1 (4:00 PM – 4:45 PM)
Food and Beverage Table
Hand out food and drinks. Keep the area clean and restocked.
0 of 3spots open
Raffle Table
Sell tickets, keep the line moving, and hype up the prizes.
0 of 6spots open
Games, Crafts, and Inflatables
Run the fun. Manage game stations, craft tables, and the inflatable area. College volunteers help too.
0 of 5spots open
Shift 2 (4:45 PM – 5:30 PM)
Food and Beverage Table
Same role, fresh shift. Keep the food flowing.
0 of 3spots open
Raffle Table
Last chance tickets. Close out the raffle strong.
0 of 6spots open
Games, Crafts, and Inflatables
Keep the stations running. College volunteers are there to help.
0 of 5spots open
Special Roles (During Festival)
Koala Mascot (~30 min)
Wear the costume, walk around, take photos. Kids love it.
0 of 1spots open
Mascot Handler (~30 min)
Guide the mascot, help them see, and grab photos.
0 of 1spots open
Cleanup (5:30 PM – 6:30 PM)
Cleanup Crew
Clear tables, pack up supplies, take down decor, organize swag and inventory. Many hands, quick work.
0 of 7spots open
Volunteers Signed Up 0 of 47 spots available

Can't make it that day? You can still help by donating items. Drop them off at the Connors front office by Friday, September 25.

Raffle Prizes
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Gift Cards ($25+)
Restaurant, retail, entertainment. Always the most popular raffle prizes.
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Event Tickets
Sports games, concerts, shows, museum passes. Any experience families would love.
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Kids Prize Baskets
Toys, books, art supplies, games. Put together a themed basket kids would flip for.
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Family Experience Basket
Board games, movie night kit, cooking supplies. Something a whole family can enjoy together.
Food and Supplies
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Baked Goods
Cookies, brownies, cupcakes, rice krispie treats. Individually wrapped preferred.
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Cases of Water
We go through a lot. Every case helps.
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Decorations and Supplies
Tablecloths, balloons, streamers, plates, napkins. Connors maroon preferred.
Items Pledged 3 of 7 categories covered

Want to sponsor part of the festival? Your contribution directly offsets event costs so more money goes to our kids. Businesses and families welcome. Every tier can be split between families.

Local business? We'd love to partner with you. Sponsorships are tax-deductible and a great way to connect with Hoboken families. Email hello@connorspto.com to discuss.

Not sure what to bring or when to show up? No problem. A cash donation lets us put your dollars exactly where they're needed most for Fall Festival.

Every dollar goes directly to Fall Festival. Connors PTO is a 501(c)(3). Donations are tax-deductible.

Fall Festival Fund

Raised $340 of $1,500 goal

Help us hit our goal so we can make this the best Fall Festival yet.

Fall Festival at a Glance

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Games and Activities

Carnival games, face painting, arts and crafts, and more. Something for every age.

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Food and Drinks

Pizza, hot dogs, baked goods, drinks. Fuel up and enjoy.

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Raffle

Our biggest raffle of the year. Gift cards, experiences, family prizes. Tickets on sale at the event.

Fall Festival 2025

Here's what it looked like. This year will be even better.

Kids with the Connors Koala mascot Craft table at Fall Festival Families at the coloring station Family at Fall Festival with giant Jenga Connors families at Fall Festival Parents at Fall Festival
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