550 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd,
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
June 2026
20jun11:00 am4:00 pmThe Newark Canvas Project
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Saturday, June 20, 2026 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM The Art Yard at Newark Symphony Hall
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Saturday, June 20, 2026
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Art Yard at Newark Symphony Hall
1028 Mayor Kenneth Gibson Blvd, Newark, NJ 07102
Time
June 20, 2026 11:00 am – 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Newark Symphony Hall
1020 Broad St, Newark, NJ, United States
20jun7:00 pmGary Gulman – Grandiloquent
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Saturday, June 20, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM NJPAC
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Saturday, June 20, 2026
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
NJPAC
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June 20, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
20jun7:00 pmN2S: Zarna Garg: Million Dollar ExcusesZarna Garg: Million Dollar Excuses
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Sat • Jun 20, 2026 • 7:00 PM NJPAC
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Sat • Jun 20, 2026 • 7:00 PM
NJPAC
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June 20, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
21jun7:00 pmN2S: Earthquake’s Father’s Day Comedy ShowEarthquake’s Father’s Day Comedy Show
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Sun • Jun 21, 2026 • 7:00 PM NJPAC
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Sun • Jun 21, 2026 • 7:00 PM
NJPAC
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June 21, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
21jun7:00 pmN2S: Marc MaronMarc Maron Comedy
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Sunday, June 21, 2026 For more than 15 years, Marc Maron has been writing and performing raw, honest and thought-provoking comedy for
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Sunday, June 21, 2026
For more than 15 years, Marc Maron has been writing and performing raw, honest and thought-provoking comedy for print, stage, radio and television. A legend in the stand-up community, he has appeared on HBO, Conan, Letterman, his two Comedy Central Presents specials and almost every show that allows comics to perform.
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June 21, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Monday, June 22, 2026 Since 2004, led by cellist and artistic director Clarice Jensen, ACME has risen to the highest ranks of new music
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Monday, June 22, 2026
Since 2004, led by cellist and artistic director Clarice Jensen, ACME has risen to the highest ranks of new music through a mix of meticulous musicianship, artistic vision, and unwavering standards, with NPR calling them “contemporary music dynamos.” ACME has performed at leading international venues including worldwide, and in addition to recording Max Richter’s eight-hour work Sleep for Deutsche Grammophon, has performed it with him around the world, including at the Great Wall of China; on the piers of Auckland, New Zealand; in Hobart, Tasmania; at the Sydney Opera House; and in LA’s Grand Park. ACME’s recordings also appear on Sono Luminus, New World, and New Amsterdam Records. acmemusic.org
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June 22, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
25jun4:00 pmFIFA Watch Party-Ecuador vs Germany
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Thursday, June 25, 2026 Newark Museum of Art A family-friendly watch party of the Ecuador vs. Germany game.
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Thursday, June 25, 2026
Newark Museum of Art
A family-friendly watch party of the Ecuador vs. Germany game.
Dress in your team’s colors and cheer on your favorite FIFA team at our one-of-a-kind museum watch party. Enjoy crafts, tours, and fun for the whole family.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
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June 25, 2026 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
25jun5:00 pmFelix Hernandez Sounds of the City
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Thursday, June 25, 2026 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Chambers Plaza – NJPAC WBGO DJ Felix
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Thursday, June 25, 2026
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Chambers Plaza – NJPAC
WBGO DJ Felix Hernandez kicks off a summer of fun with his famous Rhythm Revue Dance Party. He’ll spin classic soul and R&B including James Brown, Aretha Franklin, and Marvin Gaye. Bring your friends and fam for this fun and funky good time. Free!
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June 25, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
25jun8:00 pmJesse & JoyPrudential Hall – NJPAC
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Thursday, June 25, 2026 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM Prudential Hall – NJPAC
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Thursday, June 25, 2026
8:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Prudential Hall – NJPAC
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June 25, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
26jun5:00 pm9:00 pmDJ Wallah Sounds of the CityNJPAC
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Friday, June 26, 2026 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM NJPAC
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Friday, June 26, 2026
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
NJPAC
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June 26, 2026 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Friday, June 26, 2026 7:00 PM Victoria Theater – NJPAC
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Friday, June 26, 2026
7:00 PM
Victoria Theater – NJPAC
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June 26, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
26jun7:00 pmN2S: Jessica KirsonNJPAC
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Friday, June 26, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM NJPAC
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Friday, June 26, 2026
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
NJPAC
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June 26, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
26jun7:30 pmN2S: Alison Krauss & Union StationNJPAC
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Friday, June 26, 2026 7:30 PM NJPAC
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Friday, June 26, 2026
7:30 PM
NJPAC
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June 26, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
27jun2:00 pm5:00 pmI Dream A World: Song & Verse to Inspire a NationThe Newark Public Library
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Saturday, June 27, 2026 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM The Newark Public Library
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Saturday, June 27, 2026
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Newark Public Library
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June 27, 2026 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Newark Public Library
5 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States
27jun6:00 pm8:00 pmPlant Bingo Night: Plants, Community, Drinks & Snacks!
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Tansy Saturday, June 27 • 6 PM – 8 PM Join us for an evening of greenery, community, and competition! Snacks
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Saturday, June 27 • 6 PM – 8 PM
Join us for an evening of greenery, community, and competition! Snacks and Drinks will be served!
Tansy
33 Washington Street
#suite 103 Newark, NJ 07102
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June 27, 2026 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
27jun8:00 pm10:00 pmN2S: Iliza ShlesingerNJPAC
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Saturday, June 27, 2026 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM NJPAC
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Saturday, June 27, 2026
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
NJPAC
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June 27, 2026 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
July 2026
10jul10:00 am10:00 pmAfroBeats Festival – Day 2
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@ Military Park Saturday, July 11, 2026 Friday, July 10, 2026
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@ Military Park
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Friday, July 10, 2026
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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
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@ Military Park Friday, July 10, 2026 5pm – 10pm
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@ 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
22jul5:00 pm10:00 pmLincoln Park Music Fest Gospel Night
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Lincoln Park Wednesday, July 22, 2026 5pm – 10pm
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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
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Lincoln Park Thursday, July 23, 2026 5pm – 10pm
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Lincoln Park
Thursday, July 23, 2026
5pm – 10pm
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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
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Lincoln Park Friday, July 24, 2026 5pm – 10pm
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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
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Lincoln Park Saturday, July 25, 2026 12 pm -10pm
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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
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Riverfront Park (Orange Sticks) Saturday, July 25, 2026 2pm – 5pm
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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
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Lincoln Park Sunday, July 26, 2026 12 pm – 10pm
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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
"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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