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Newark Arts + Education District

The city of Newark, NJ has been making significant strides in recent years to establish itself as a vibrant center for the arts and education. The city’s Arts and Education District, located downtown, is a hub of cultural activity and features a range of museums, galleries, performance spaces, and educational institutions.

Enrich Your Experience in Newark's Thriving Arts Scene

Don’t miss out on the exciting events taking place in Newark’s Arts and Education District.

FEATURED EVENTS:

Join us for Newark Tech Week, a vibrant, multicultural tech conference in Newark, NJ.

Whether you’re a tech professional or enthusiast, Newark Tech Week has something for everyone. Connect, learn, and innovate with us.

Don’t miss out on the future of tech in Newark!

Don’t Touch My Hair at The Culture Parlor

Don’t Touch My Hair is a mobile immersive experience located in Harriet Tubman Square celebrating the evolution of black hair. It gives you an intimate look into the mind of a black woman and her connection with her hair.

Upcoming Events

Current Month

October 2024

16oct12:00 pm3:00 pmFood Trucks Around the Square

18oct7:00 pm10:00 pmFriday Night under the Lights with Bunkr

23oct12:00 pm3:00 pmFood Trucks Around the Square

30oct12:00 pm3:00 pmFood Trucks Around the Square

November 2024

02nov11:00 am3:00 pmFall Fresh Bike Ride

03nov3:00 pm5:00 pmOpening Weekend: Xian Conducts Scheherazade

07nov(nov 7)1:00 pm08(nov 8)3:00 pmPaquito D’Rivera with New Jersey Symphony

08nov8:00 pm10:00 pmPaquito D’Rivera with New Jersey Symphony

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"By enhancing the cultural value of the City’s creative and economic life through collaboration, education, community inclusion, and innovation, residents and local businesses will benefit from a new vision for the area defined by arts, culture, equity, and sustainability; attracting more investment and liveable communities. The key is to ensure that the District serves Newark residents first, both as a center of fun and economic opportunity."