Wed · Oct 21 · 10am
Blood Drive at DMK Black Box Theater in Union, NJ — Oct. 2026
DMK Black Box Theater · 980 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
Somewhere in a nearby hospital, a patient is waiting for blood that hasn’t been donated yet. On Wednesday, October 21, Union neighbors can help by rolling up a sleeve at the township’s blood drive.
The Township of Union and Vitalant host the drive from 2 to 6 p.m. at the DMK Black Box Theater inside the Union Arts Center, 1980 Morris Avenue, Union. Union County Life shares the details so Union residents can book a time.
A whole blood donation usually takes about 10 minutes, and the full visit, including check in and a short rest, takes about an hour. Donors can save time by filling out Vitalant’s Fast Track health history online before they arrive.
Appointments can be booked through the Vitalant online scheduler or by calling 877-258-4825. Before you go, review the donor eligibility guidelines at vitalant.org.
A single hour on a Wednesday afternoon can make a real difference in someone else’s life. Find more Union events, arts coverage, and community news on Union County Life.
Photo Credit: Township of Union, New Jersey - Government
FAQ:
Q: When is the Union blood drive?
A: The Township of Union blood drive is Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 2 to 6 p.m.
Q: Where is the Union blood drive held?
A: The blood drive is at the DMK Black Box Theater inside the Union Arts Center, 1980 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083.
Q: Do I need an appointment to give blood?
A: Appointments are recommended. Book online through Vitalant or call 877-258-4825.
Q: Does it cost anything, and how long does it take?
A: Donating blood is free. A whole blood donation takes about 10 minutes, and the full visit takes about an hour.
Q: Where can I find more health events in Union County?
A: Union County Life covers blood drives, health clinics, and community events across Union County. Visit unioncountylife.com for more.
