1020 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
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:
Upcoming Events
July 2026
10jul10:00 am10:00 pmAfroBeats Festival – Day 2
Event Details
@ Military Park Saturday, July 11, 2026 Friday, July 10, 2026
Event Details
@ Military Park
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Friday, July 10, 2026
Time
July 10, 2026 10:00 am – 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Military Park
51 Park Place
10jul5:00 pm10:00 pmAfroBeats Festival – Day 1
Event Details
@ Military Park Friday, July 10, 2026 5pm – 10pm
Event Details
@ Military Park
Friday, July 10, 2026
5pm – 10pm
Time
July 10, 2026 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Military Park
51 Park Place
Event Details
Sunday, July 12, 202611:00am – 4:00pm Rest Fest is more than a festival; it’s a movement towards embracing rest as essential, celebrating
Event Details
Sunday, July 12, 2026
11:00am – 4:00pm
Rest Fest is more than a festival; it’s a movement towards embracing rest as essential, celebrating mindfulness as a lifestyle, and acknowledging the healing power of the arts.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Chambers Plaza
1 Center Street
Newark, New Jersey
Time
July 12, 2026 10:00 am – 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
22jul5:00 pm10:00 pmLincoln Park Music Fest Gospel Night
Event Details
Lincoln Park Wednesday, July 22, 2026 5pm – 10pm
Event Details
Lincoln Park
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
5pm – 10pm
Time
July 22, 2026 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Lincoln Park
Broad, Washington and Spruce Streets, Clinton and Pennsylvania Avenues, Newark, NJ, United States
23jul5:00 pm10:00 pmLincoln Park Music Fest Soul Line Dance
Event Details
Lincoln Park Thursday, July 23, 2026 5pm – 10pm
Event Details
Lincoln Park
Thursday, July 23, 2026
5pm – 10pm
Time
July 23, 2026 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Lincoln Park
Broad, Washington and Spruce Streets, Clinton and Pennsylvania Avenues, Newark, NJ, United States
24jul5:00 pm10:00 pmLincoln Park Music Fest R&B Night
Event Details
Lincoln Park Friday, July 24, 2026 5pm – 10pm
Event Details
Lincoln Park
Friday, July 24, 2026
5pm – 10pm
Time
July 24, 2026 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Lincoln Park
Broad, Washington and Spruce Streets, Clinton and Pennsylvania Avenues, Newark, NJ, United States
25jul12:00 pm10:00 pmLincoln Park Music Fest – House Music Day
Event Details
Lincoln Park Saturday, July 25, 2026 12 pm -10pm
Event Details
Lincoln Park
Saturday, July 25, 2026
12 pm -10pm
Time
July 25, 2026 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Lincoln Park
Broad, Washington and Spruce Streets, Clinton and Pennsylvania Avenues, Newark, NJ, United States
25jul2:00 pm5:00 pmCity of Water Day – Kayaking with Hackensack Riverkeeper
Event Details
Riverfront Park (Orange Sticks) Saturday, July 25, 2026 2pm – 5pm
Event Details
Riverfront Park (Orange Sticks)
Saturday, July 25, 2026 2pm – 5pm
Time
July 25, 2026 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
RIVERFRONT PARK AT ORANGE STICKS
709 RAYMOND BLVD,NEWARK NJ
26jul12:00 pm10:00 pmLPMF – Hip Hop Day
Event Details
Lincoln Park Sunday, July 26, 2026 12 pm – 10pm
Event Details
Lincoln Park
Sunday, July 26, 2026
12 pm – 10pm
Time
July 26, 2026 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Lincoln Park
Broad, Washington and Spruce Streets, Clinton and Pennsylvania Avenues, Newark, NJ, United States
August 2026
01aug11:00 amBlack Boy Joy Fest!
Event Details
@ Military Park Aug 1, 2026 11:00 AM – 06:00 PM On August 1, 2026, Future Leaders of Tomorrow
Event Details
@ Military Park
Aug 1, 2026 11:00 AM – 06:00 PM
On August 1, 2026, Future Leaders of Tomorrow will host the 2nd Annual Black Boy Joy Fest at Military Park in Newark, bringing together hundreds of Black boys, families, mentors, and community members for a day of joy, connection, and celebration.
Time
August 1, 2026 11:00 am(GMT+00:00)
Location
Military Park
51 Park Place
04aug8:00 pm11:00 pmSummer Fun Movie Night: Yes Day
Event Details
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 8:00pm – 11:00pm @ Military Park brought to you by City of Newark Department of Special Projects, Centers
Event Details
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 8:00pm – 11:00pm
@ Military Park
brought to you by City of Newark Department of Special Projects, Centers of Hope
Time
August 4, 2026 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Military Park
51 Park Place
14aug5:00 pm9:00 pmRF – Riverfront House w/Omar Abdallah
Event Details
Friday, August 14, 2026 5pm – 9pm Riverfront Park (Welcome Wall)
Event Details
Friday, August 14, 2026 5pm – 9pm
Riverfront Park (Welcome Wall)
Time
August 14, 2026 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
RIVERFRONT PARK AT THE DOCKS
709 RAYMOND BLVD., NEWARK NI
30aug9:00 am12:00 pmRF – Purpose Runner 5K Race
Event Details
Sunday, August 30, 2026 9am – 12pm Riverfront Park (Orange Sticks)
Event Details
Sunday, August 30, 2026 9am – 12pm
Riverfront Park (Orange Sticks)
Time
August 30, 2026 9:00 am – 12:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
RIVERFRONT PARK AT ORANGE STICKS
709 RAYMOND BLVD,NEWARK NJ
"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."
RAS J. BARAKA | Mayor of the City of Newark, NJ
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Mulberry Commons
Mulberry Street, Newark, NJ 07102
(between Edison Place & Lafayette Street)



