After Work Wednesdays
Feel the rhythm and let the stress melt away with After Work Wednesdays: House Music Deejays—a weekly outdoor dance escape featuring live DJ sets spinning soulful, deep, and classic house music.
Join us in the park for a curated sound experience led by some of the city’s finest house music DJs. Whether you're a seasoned dancer, a house head, or just here to move and vibe, this is your midweek dose of energy, community, and sound.
Bring your friends, your flow, and your best two-step—because the beat doesn’t stop when the sun goes down.
Free | All Ages | Dance Floor Open
City of Water Day
* Reservations required
12 PM - 4 PM| City of Water Day / Adult Rowing with Brick City Rowing
1 PM - 4 PM| City of Water Day / Kayaking with Hackensack Riverkeeper
After Work Wednesdays
Feel the rhythm and let the stress melt away with After Work Wednesdays: House Music Deejays—a weekly outdoor dance escape featuring live DJ sets spinning soulful, deep, and classic house music.
Join us in the park for a curated sound experience led by some of the city’s finest house music DJs. Whether you're a seasoned dancer, a house head, or just here to move and vibe, this is your midweek dose of energy, community, and sound.
Bring your friends, your flow, and your best two-step—because the beat doesn’t stop when the sun goes down.
Free | All Ages | Dance Floor Open
Riverfront Hip Hop Day x Brick City Jam
The Brick City Jam is a Newark native artist run music and graffiti festival that celebrates all five elements of hip hop through live DJs, high energy performances, dance, fashion, and visual art.
This year's festival features headliner DoItAll and Friends, with Special Ed, plus performances by Rich Nyce, DJ Express, Rhino CMZ, and DJ Fade.
More than a music festival, Brick City Jam is a vibrant arts celebration showcasing live mural paintings, graffiti, sculptures, fashion, film, spoken word, and dance. Guests can also explore the Jersey Creators Market, enjoy delicious food trucks, and experience a day that highlights Newark's creativity, culture, and the enduring spirit of hip hop.
Newark International Food Festival
Dates: July 18, 2026
Location: Mulberry Commons
Time: 5:00 PM
Price: FREE
The Newark International Food Festival is a premier culinary and cultural experience celebrating global culture, cuisine, creativity, and the vibrancy that defines Newark's nightlife. Inspired by the international spirit and cultural exchange fostered by FIFA World Cup 2026, this signature event will bring together acclaimed restaurants, chefs, beverage partners, cultural organizations, and entertainers for an elevated evening of curated food experiences, beverage offerings, live music, cultural performances, and immersive activations at Mulberry Commons in the heart of Newark's Arts & Education District.
Designed to attract residents, visitors, and culinary enthusiasts alike, the festival will showcase the flavors, traditions, and energy that make Newark one of the region's most diverse and dynamic destinations. Admission to the festival will be free, ensuring local community participation while welcoming visitors from across the region and around the world.
More than a food festival, this event serves as a platform to celebrate Newark's diversity, support local businesses, and reinforce the city's position as a destination for arts, culture, hospitality, and nightlife. By creating a unique gathering place where food, culture, and entertainment intersect, the Newark International Food Festival will offer an unforgettable experience that reflects the energy and global character of Newark.
Jazz N Jokes
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of smooth jazz and side-splitting laughter at Jazz & Jokes in the Park, hosted by the legendary Bob Sumner—co-creator of Def Comedy Jam and champion of some of comedy’s biggest stars.
Settle in under the stars as top-tier jazz musicians set the mood, followed by a lineup of hilarious comedians handpicked by Bob himself. It’s the perfect blend of rhythm and wit in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Free and open to the public.
Come for the music, stay for the laughs—Jazz & Jokes is where soul meets comedy in the heart of the community.
Dance Newark!
Dance Newark! is an annual free community celebration held at The Notch @ Riverfront Park. The event features live performances, music, and interactive dance classes that showcase the creativity, talent, and energy of Newark’s vibrant arts community. Hosted by Maurice Chestnut, Dance Newark! brings residents and visitors together for an evening of movement, culture, and fun.
Caribbean Festival
The 3rd Annual Newark Caribbean Festival is scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, promising a full day of Caribbean music, culture, and food in Newark, New Jersey.
Organized by the Newark Parks Foundation and TEMPO Networks, this free event celebrates Caribbean heritage with live performances, food vendors, and family-friendly activities
After Work Wednesdays
Due to the Heat Advisory, Work After Wednesday has been moved to Thursday, July 16.
Feel the rhythm and let the stress melt away with After Work Wednesdays: House Music Deejays—a weekly outdoor dance escape featuring live DJ sets spinning soulful, deep, and classic house music.
Join us in the park for a curated sound experience led by some of the city’s finest house music DJs. Whether you're a seasoned dancer, a house head, or just here to move and vibe, this is your midweek dose of energy, community, and sound.
Bring your friends, your flow, and your best two-step—because the beat doesn’t stop when the sun goes down.
Free | All Ages | Dance Floor Open
Tricolor Summer Fest 2026
Join us for the Tricolor Summer Fest 2026, a free, family-friendly celebration hosted by the Consulate General of Colombia in Newark in partnership with the City of Newark.
Experience the richness of Colombian culture through live music, traditional dance performances, authentic cuisine, arts and crafts, literature, sports activities, community organizations, raffles, and much more. This event is open to everyone and is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate diversity, strengthen community connections, and enjoy an afternoon filled with culture, entertainment, and fun.
Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Lincoln Park, Newark, NJ
Admission is free. Bring your family and friends and celebrate with us!
Cosmic Storytime at the Constellation Bench
July 11, 1:00 PM
Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry — Neil deGrasse Tyson & Gregory Mone
Eventbrite: https://cosmicstorytime-astrophysicsforyoungpeople.eventbrite.com
Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry — Neil deGrasse Tyson & Gregory Mone
A child-friendly introduction to the universe, from the Big Bang to black holes and dark matter, using clear explanations, visuals, and storytelling to make cosmic ideas accessible and engaging.
About the Series
Constellations are stories humans created to connect distant points of light. In that same spirit, The Constellation Bench imagines the city as a network of people, memories, languages, and journeys—linked across difference.
Nebulae are places where stars are born from dust and fragments. This gathering extends that idea into public space, envisioning it as a site where encounters, stories, and communities emerge from many small pieces coming together.
Cosmic Story Time is an intergenerational reading and gathering series centered around The Constellation Bench. Families, seniors, neighbors, and visitors are invited to bring books, stories, or poems they wish to share. A selection of books chosen by the artist, aligned with the sculpture’s themes, will also be available.
Each session will include short readings, open conversation, imaginative exchange, reflections on cities, ecology, and belonging, and quiet collective moments under the “constellation” of the sculpture. The project encourages community exchange, informal learning, and public space as a welcoming environment for all ages.
Canceled-Boat Tours with Hackensack Riverkeeper
Please note that upcoming boat tours have been canceled.
Due to significant damage caused by the recent storms, the Riverfront Dock has been damaged. As a result, we are unable to host Boat Tours until the dock is repaired. Upon repair, we will announce the make up dates. Visit our website and social media @newarkcityparks for more information.
*Reservations required
After Work Wednesdays
Feel the rhythm and let the stress melt away with After Work Wednesdays: House Music Deejays—a weekly outdoor dance escape featuring live DJ sets spinning soulful, deep, and classic house music.
Join us in the park for a curated sound experience led by some of the city’s finest house music DJs. Whether you're a seasoned dancer, a house head, or just here to move and vibe, this is your midweek dose of energy, community, and sound.
Bring your friends, your flow, and your best two-step—because the beat doesn’t stop when the sun goes down.
Free | All Ages | Dance Floor Open
Summer Fun Movie Night: Sinners
Enjoy Summer Fun & Films in Military Park with free midweek movie nights and family-friendly activities before films begin under the stars.
Join us every Tuesday starting July 7 through August 11, 2026, with activities beginning at 5:00 PM
After Work Wednesdays
Feel the rhythm and let the stress melt away with After Work Wednesdays: House Music Deejays—a weekly outdoor dance escape featuring live DJ sets spinning soulful, deep, and classic house music.
Join us in the park for a curated sound experience led by some of the city’s finest house music DJs. Whether you're a seasoned dancer, a house head, or just here to move and vibe, this is your midweek dose of energy, community, and sound.
Bring your friends, your flow, and your best two-step—because the beat doesn’t stop when the sun goes down.
Free | All Ages | Dance Floor Open
Newark City Parks Walking Club
This special Walking Tour is POWERED BY NEWARK CITY PARKS FOUNDATION INC and covers one park per month!
Traverse Newark with experienced local guides to learn about Newark history, as well as the art, food, and architecture of today.
This Tour includes a behind the scenes look at one of the 4 parks managed by Newark City Parks Foundation Inc. The tour covers the park itself, the immediate surrounding neighborhood. Come hear about the history, architeture, culture and events that happen here.
Your $5 price will cover a $5 snack at a local food business.
Have You Met Newark Tours has been running fun, informative tours of Newark for over 13 years.
THIS TOUR WILL PROCEED RAIN OR SHINE (no refunds). So please wear weather-appropriate clothing and shoes.
Newark Grounds: Night Fest at North 2 Shore
NIGHT FEST, Newark’s evening makers festival, returns on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 5–9 PM at Mulberry Commons Park. Presented in partnership with the Newark City Parks Foundation, with dedicated support from the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities through the Urban Heat Island Mitigation Program, the festival transforms the park into a vibrant nighttime gathering where art, food, music, and hands-on experiences come together.
🎨Artists, residents, & young people of all ages are invited to dive into a wide range of creative practices through hands-on demonstrations & participatory workshops. This year we’re thrilled to welcome a mix of new and returning collaborators, offering opportunities to try everything from mural painting and glassblowing to jewelry-making, darkroom photography, printmaking, instrument-building, zine-making, sewing, & more.
✨This year's festival features artist & co-host Eirini Linardaki (@linardakiandco) & her interactive public sculpture, Constellation Bench. Throughout the evening, Linardaki will share textiles that informed the creation of the artwork, inviting visitors to relax, picnic, & connect around the installation. Guests are encouraged to bring a favorite blanket, fabric, or textile of their own to help create a colorful communal gathering space. The first 100 attendees will also receive a free sticker book inspired by the project.
🎶At 7 PM, a special performance curated by returning artist YEIMY (@yeiei.y) & collaborators will activate the park through music. Following the performance, the artists will open the space for a community jam session, inviting everyone into a shared musical experience. Bring your instrument—or make one on site.
📽️As the sun sets, around 8:30 PM, the installation will transform once again with an immersive digital animation created by Eirini. Inspired by the textile patterns, colors, & cultural stories woven throughout the project, the projection will envelop the sculpture in light, offering a finale to the night's festivities.
🌽Food vendors will be on site throughout the evening, making it easy to settle in, enjoy a picnic, & experience the festival after dark. Families are also encouraged to bring their own food, snacks, & blankets to gather, share a meal, & spend time together around the sculpture.
🔗RSVP through the button above!
Goya Presents Flag Cities 2026
NEW LOCATION: 70 Ferry St, Newark NJ
We're bringing the stadium to you. 🏟️
Flag Cities will join forces with Newark Fan Village!
🔥 Huge LED match screens - 3 Matches
🍺 Bar
🌮 International Food
🎶 DJ Funkmaster Flex + DJ Big Ben
Don't just watch the game. Live it.
Cosmic Storytime at the Constellation Bench
June 20, 1:00 PM
The Little Prince — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Eventbrite: https://cosmicstorytime-lepetitprince.eventbrite.com'
The Little Prince — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
A poetic tale of travel and encounter that explores love, loneliness, friendship, and the meaning beneath appearances—reminding us that what is essential is invisible to the eye.
About the Series
Constellations are stories humans created to connect distant points of light. In that same spirit, The Constellation Bench imagines the city as a network of people, memories, languages, and journeys—linked across difference.
Nebulae are places where stars are born from dust and fragments. This gathering extends that idea into public space, envisioning it as a site where encounters, stories, and communities emerge from many small pieces coming together.
Cosmic Story Time is an intergenerational reading and gathering series centered around The Constellation Bench. Families, seniors, neighbors, and visitors are invited to bring books, stories, or poems they wish to share. A selection of books chosen by the artist, aligned with the sculpture’s themes, will also be available.
Each session will include short readings, open conversation, imaginative exchange, reflections on cities, ecology, and belonging, and quiet collective moments under the “constellation” of the sculpture. The project encourages community exchange, informal learning, and public space as a welcoming environment for all ages.
14th Annual Newark River Day & Scavenger Hunt
The 14th Annual Newark River Day & Scavenger Hunt in Newark is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, celebrating the Passaic River waterfront. The event typically features community activities at Riverfront Park, often near the "Orange Sticks" on Raymond Blvd, fostering a connection to the city's river.
Location: Newark Riverfront Park (usually at the "Orange Sticks" near Raymond Blvd).
Activities: Past events have featured live music, dancing, fitness classes, boat tours, vendors, and local food.
This event is part of a larger, ongoing effort by the Newark Riverfront Revival to revitalize the area and provide public access to the waterfront for recreation.
