Hightstown Celebrates 25 Years of Hanging Basket Program

Annual community fundraiser supports flower baskets that beautify downtown Hightstown

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Downtown Hightstown is gearing up for its 25th annual hanging basket program, where volunteers work to pot and hang flower baskets along the town's light posts, fountain, parks, and other public areas. The volunteer-run program is seeking $12,000 in community donations, with a $75 request per basket, to fund the 2026 installment of the program that helps beautify the town's business district and public spaces.

Why it matters

The hanging basket program has become a beloved tradition in Hightstown, enhancing the town's visual appeal and drawing visitors to support local businesses. As a volunteer-driven initiative, the program relies on community donations to continue providing this annual beautification effort that has become an integral part of Hightstown's identity.

The details

Each spring and summer, volunteers work to pot and hang the flower baskets along Hightstown's light posts, fountain, Memorial Park, and other public areas. The borough and public works staff assist with installing and maintaining the baskets throughout the season. Downtown Hightstown, the volunteer organization behind the program, is aiming to raise $12,000 this year through $75 donations per basket.

  • The hanging basket program runs annually from May through the fall months.
  • Donations are being accepted now through April 2026 to fund the 2026 installment of the program.

The players

Downtown Hightstown

A volunteer-based community organization that coordinates the annual hanging basket program to beautify the town's business district and public spaces.

Hightstown Borough

The local government that works with the volunteer group to install and maintain the hanging flower baskets each year.

Hightstown Public Works

The municipal department that assists with the physical installation and upkeep of the hanging flower baskets.

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What they’re saying

“These flowers brighten the business center of our community, enticing all to take notice of what Hightstown has to offer and to pause and enjoy our businesses, diverse restaurants, picturesque Peddie Lake, and the historic beauty of our Town.”

— Downtown Hightstown, Volunteer organization (tapinto.net)

What’s next

Donations to support the 2026 Flower Basket program can be made online through April 2026.

The takeaway

The annual hanging basket program has become an integral part of Hightstown's identity, enhancing the town's visual appeal and drawing visitors to support local businesses. As a volunteer-driven initiative, the program's continued success relies on community donations to fund this beloved tradition that beautifies Hightstown's public spaces.