East Rutherford Civic Pride Association
About Us
Who are we?
We are a non-profit 501(c)3 organization led and made up by a group of dedicated individuals who volunteer their time to enriching the lives of East Rutherford residents and visitors by building and encouraging a strong sense pride and community by hosting a number of public events and fund raisers throughout the year.
ERCPA 2019 Board of Directors
Evelyn Samtak - President
John Zoller - Vice President
Debra Zoller - Treasurer
Patty Perry - Recording Secretary
Upcoming Featured Event
East Rutherford's 2019 Fall Festival
Friday, October 11th, 2019 - 5PM to 10PM
Saturday, October 12th, 2019 - 9AM to 10PM
Sunday, October 13th, 2019 - 10AM to 9PM
Back by popular demand and expected to be bigger and better than ever! Come visit the ERCPA's Fall Festival with your family and friends. Activities starting from Railroad Avenue adjacent to the Rutherford Train Station and working it way up Park Avenue in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Carnival Games & Rides
Assorted carnival games including the "Joey the Clown" dunk tank as well as a huge children's bounce house.
Assorted Food, Beverage and Treat Options
Over 18 food & beverages options ranging from lobster rolls, sausage and peppers, pretzels, fresh lemonade and much more!
Children's Village
Numerous children activities such as face painting, pumpkin patch, arts & crafts, and more!
Classic Car Show
Come view an amazing assortment of spectacular classic car on Saturday, October 12th (Rain Date - Sunday)
Raffles
50/50 Raffles ($10 & $100) with 100% of the proceed donated back to the community.
Shopping & Merchandise Giveaways
Visit the various booths with vendors selling an assortment of great merchandise or giving away free goodies.
5K Run
Root on the amazing runners as they take on the certified 5K route on Saturday, October 12th. For more information click here.
Live Music and DJ's
Enjoy live music and DJ's playing a wide array of music spanning the decades.
Friday - Oct 11th
Mr. LoveJoy - 6-8PM
Pale Ramon - 8-10PM
Saturday - Oct 12th
Swingman & The Misfit Mutts - 1-3PM
Men of Horses - 3-5PM
Billy Monroe & The Soul Survivors - 5-7PM
Event Horizon - 7-9PM
Sunday - Oct 13th
Jersey Swamp Cats - 12-2PM
Kootz - 2-4PM
Country Fresh - 4-6PM
Pet Adoption
Visit the pet adoption section for your opportunity to adopt and take home a loving animal in need.
Featured Event Sponsors
Thank you to our event sponsors for their generous support to help us host this great event
Premium Sponsors
General Sponsors
Events & Fund Raisers
Highlights of the various annual events and fund raisers hosted by the ERCPA
Fall Festival / Columbus Day Weekend Event
East Rutherford's Largest Public Event
Celebrate the Fall season while enjoying and participating in a number of amazing events and activities such as listening to popular live bands, eating an assortment of amazing foods/treats, playing carnival games, shopping and much more!
Summer Concerts in the Park
Live Music & Bands In a Park Setting
Enjoy listening to popular local and regional bands singing and playing live music in East Rutherford's beautiful Sesselman Park. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and love for great company and relax in the park while listening to great music.
Christmas in July Fund Raiser
Was that Santa Walking Around the Park in Shorts?
Hosted for the first time during July 2019, the Christmas in July fundraiser delighted guess of all ages with amazing live music from Intrigue the Band as well as from the School of Rock. 100% of the proceed raised by donations and raffles were donated to the Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital - Hackensack UMC.
Join Us
Want to be part of a wonderful team of dedicated and caring individuals that give back to their community?
If so, we would love to have you join us so fill out the form below and someone will be in contact with you shortly.
Interested in Becoming a Sponsor
Interested in becoming an event sponsor? We would love to hear from you and discuss the various options and benefits becoming an event sponsor has to offer.