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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:
Savor Newark 2026
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Newark’s Official Food Symposium
As the City of Newark’s official kickoff to the World Cup celebrations, this FREE one-day international culinary event brings together chefs, restaurateurs, and cultural leaders to showcase Newark’s dynamic food scene—shaped by generations of immigrant communities.
Upcoming Events
May 2026
16may9:00 am5:00 pmSAVOR NEWARK 2026SAVOR NEWARK 2026
Event Details
Newark’s Official Food Symposium Website : https://savornewark.com/ As the City of Newark’s official kickoff to the World Cup celebrations,
Event Details
Newark’s Official Food Symposium
Website : https://savornewark.com/
As the City of Newark’s official kickoff to the World Cup celebrations, this FREE one-day international culinary event brings together chefs, restaurateurs, and cultural leaders to showcase Newark’s dynamic food scene—shaped by generations of immigrant communities.
Time
May 16, 2026 9:00 am – 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Branch Brook Park
June 2026
07jun10:00 am5:00 pmWorld Cup Corner/Brick City JamBrick City Jam 2026
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Sunday, June 7, 2026 VENUE: Brick City Jam NP Intersection of Somme Street & 620 Market Street
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Sunday, June 7, 2026
VENUE: Brick City Jam NP
Intersection of Somme Street & 620 Market Street
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Time
June 7, 2026 10:00 am – 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
12jun8:00 pmDexta Daps – The Champagne TourDexta Daps – The Champagne Tour
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The Champagne Tour is a high-energy celebration of dancehall culture featuring Dexta Daps. Audiences can expect an immersive live experience that blends the raw pulse
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The Champagne Tour is a high-energy celebration of dancehall culture featuring Dexta Daps. Audiences can expect an immersive live experience that blends the raw pulse of dancehall with smooth reggae and R&B influences, enhanced by elevated production and captivating visuals. Each performance delivers an atmosphere that is both intimate and electrifying, highlighting Dexta Daps’ signature sound, commanding stage presence, and powerful connection with fans.
Friday, June 12, 2026 @8:00pm
Time
June 12, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
13jun11:00 am12:30 pmTaste of Newark Food Tours
Event Details
Saturday, June 13, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Downtown Food Tours 55 Halsey Street,
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Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Downtown Food Tours
55 Halsey Street, Newark NJ 07102
Time
June 13, 2026 11:00 am – 12:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Location
Halsey St
49 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102
13jun6:00 pm9:00 pmFIFA Watch Party-Brazil vs MoroccoFIFA Watch Party-Brazil vs Morocco
Event Details
Saturday, June 13, 2026 Join fellow soccer fans at the Newark Museum of Art on June 13 for an unforgettable FIFA Watch
Event Details
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Join fellow soccer fans at the Newark Museum of Art on June 13 for an unforgettable FIFA Watch Party featuring an exciting matchup between Brazil National Football Team and Morocco National Football Team.
Experience the energy of the World Cup in a vibrant community atmosphere filled with live match screenings, music, food, and cultural celebration. Fans are encouraged to wear their team colors and come together to cheer, connect, and celebrate the global spirit of the game in the heart of Newark.
Time
June 13, 2026 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
13jun7:00 pmBen Folds with the New Jersey Symphony
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Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter and composer Ben Folds joins the New Jersey Symphony for a unique and unforgettable performance featuring music from across his celebrated career. Widely
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Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter and composer Ben Folds joins the New Jersey Symphony for a unique and unforgettable performance featuring music from across his celebrated career. Widely regarded as one of the defining musical influences of his generation, Folds is known for his expansive, genre-blending catalog, including chart-topping pop albums with Ben Folds Five, acclaimed solo releases, and a wide range of collaborative projects that showcase his versatility as an artist and composer.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time
June 13, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
17jun1:00 pmFIFA Watch Party-Portugal vs TBD
Event Details
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 1:00 PM Newark Museum of Art https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fifa-world-cup-watch-party-tickets-1986550894201?aff=oddtdtcreator
Event Details
Time
June 17, 2026 1:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
17jun7:30 pmN2S: Janelle Monae
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026 New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Newark, NJ 7:30 PM
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Time
June 17, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
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Thursday, June 18, 2026 7:00 PM Prudential Hall – NJPAC
Event Details
Thursday, June 18, 2026
7:00 PM
Prudential Hall – NJPAC
Time
June 18, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
19jun3:00 pm10:00 pmJuneteenth NJ Celebration
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Friday, June 19, 2026 3:00 PM – 10:00PM Newark Symphony Hall (Indoor and Outdoor) 1020 Broad
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Friday, June 19, 2026
3:00 PM – 10:00PM
Newark Symphony Hall (Indoor and Outdoor)
1020 Broad St Newark, New Jersey 07102
Time
June 19, 2026 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
19jun8:00 pm11:00 pmN2S: An Evening with October London & Eric BenetOctober London & Eric Benet
Event Details
Friday, June 19, 2026 8:00 PM New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Newark, NJ
Event Details
Friday, June 19, 2026
Time
June 19, 2026 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
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
Event Details
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
Time
June 20, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
20jun7:00 pmN2S: Zarna Garg: Million Dollar ExcusesZarna Garg: Million Dollar Excuses
Event Details
Sat • Jun 20, 2026 • 7:00 PM NJPAC
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Sat • Jun 20, 2026 • 7:00 PM
NJPAC
Time
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
Event Details
Sun • Jun 21, 2026 • 7:00 PM NJPAC
Event Details
Sun • Jun 21, 2026 • 7:00 PM
NJPAC
Time
June 21, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)
"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
Directory Listings
Black Owned BusinessNightlifeRestaurants
Eko Atlantic Restaurant and Lounge
42 Commerce Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Mulberry Commons
Mulberry Street, Newark, NJ 07102
(between Edison Place & Lafayette Street)



