Downtown Caroling And Holiday Shopping In Madison Borough

MADISON, NJ — This holiday season, the philosophy that what one needs is often right in their own backyard has an even greater importance for holiday shoppers.

This year, many shoppers around Madison are being encouraged to take their business to their downtown shopping district.

Residents and neighbors in Madison who choose to shop downtown will find live holiday music on and around Main Street every Saturday in December until Christmas Eve.

The Downtown Development Commission, in collaboration with the Madison Arts & Culture Alliance, is hosting the free holiday caroling series for everyone to enjoy.

The Anthology Quartet will perform between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 17. and 3 p.m. Meanwhile, on Christmas Eve, between 12 p.m. and 1 a.m., the group Anointed Friends will be spreading holiday cheer.

"The success of our small businesses is crucial to the economic health of our community. The pandemic has placed an extraordinary strain on local businesses, and this year more than ever, they need our support," borough officials said.

For more inspiration on how to shop local, click here. And don't forget to check out all the beautiful artwork around town as area students paint the shop windows for the holidays.