Collingswood’s End‑of‑Summer Celebration Brings Road Closures, Fireworks & Fun

On Saturday, the borough of Collingswood is rolling out its annual “End of Summer Celebration” at Knights Park, and with fireworks and a packed lineup comes a modest tangle of road closures.

The day kicks off bright and early with a farmers market running from 8 a.m. until noon, offering fresh produce, homemade goodies and the usual local chatter. After the market, the festivities shift toward a laid‑back “pool party” vibe, complete with food trucks, live music and plenty of spots to lounge.

When the sun sets, the high school gates swing open at 7:30 p.m., creating an extra viewing area for the fireworks that will light up the sky over Knights Park at 8:30 p.m. Officials are gently urging anyone who can walk to either the park or the high school to do so – it helps keep traffic from snarling.

For drivers, the closures mirror those used for the July 4th fireworks: several streets surrounding Knights Park will be blocked off, and the main thoroughfare by the high school will be shut down after 7 p.m. The good news? Parking remains available in the Scottish Rite lot and the Lumber Yard lot, and there are handicap‑accessible spaces near the tennis courts. Those needing a spot should simply pull up to the entrance officers and let them know.

In short, expect a day of summer‑long fun, a splash of nostalgia, and a few detours – all part of Collingswood’s way of saying goodbye to the season in style.