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Newark Caribbean Festival Brings Islands Together for a Celebration of Culture and Community
The Caribbean showed up in Newark this weekend, through the music, the food, the flags and most importantly, the people.
Mulberry Commons transformed into a celebration of Caribbean pride…
Newark Winter Village Returns, Bringing Winter Magic to the City Through January 4
Newark Winter Village has returned to Mulberry Commons Park, transforming the heart of downtown Newark into a festive winter destination.
Mayor Baraka and Hot 97 Announce Partnership for Summer Jam Who's Next Festival 2025
On May 15, 2025, Mayor Ras J. Baraka and HOT 97 FM announced their partnership and return of Summer Jam's Who’s Next Festival Stage, an exciting kickoff to the most iconic night in Hip Hop.
Skating, Bumper Cars, Private Igloos: Inside the Newark Winter Village Holiday Pop-up
To experience a holiday wonderland, the Newark Winter Village has all things winter and holiday-related to capture memories that will last a lifetime. Locals can stop by Mulberry Commons Park on 162 Mulbery Street, just outside of the Prudential Center in downtown Newark, for an evening of skating, holiday photo ops, shopping, games, igloo dining, and more. Here’s what to expect when going to the Newark Winter Village.
Where Newark comes to Connect and Celebrate
Harriet Tubman Square, Lincoln Park, Military Park, Mulberry Commons, Riverfront Park
