Play in Newark
Come enjoy and celebrate Newark at lively events and programming, happening in and around the city’s newly renamed Harriet Tubman Square. Starting this summer, Audible, in partnership with the Newark City Parks Foundation and our cultural neighbors, will be hosting dozens of events, including Newark First Fridays, yoga, a Juneteenth community cook-out, Newark Artist Collaboration art classes, Afro Beat workouts, a farmer’s market and much more.
There’s something for everyone. All events are free and open to the public.
Upcoming Around the Square
Follow @NewarkCityParks on Instagram for cancellations due to weather.
May 2024
Saturday, May 18
12-1:30pm
Harriet Tubman Square Park
Tubman for Youth
This event for the whole family will include an interactive storytelling experience with Gha’il Rhodes Benjamin, an art-making activity, snacks, and tours of the Shadow of a Face monument at Harriet Tubman Square.
In case of inclement weather, the event will take place at The Newark Museum of Art.
Saturday, May 18
11am-1pm
Newark Public Library
Weekly (Saturdays in May)
Register
Magical Encounters: The Mural
Join NAC artists, Cazorla + Saleme, every Saturday this May and June for their free family and youth art workshops! Collaborate with the local art duo on a mural for the Main Library Children's room! Materials and snacks provided.
Sunday, May 19
12-2pm
Harriet Tubman Square Park
Weekly (Sundays)
The People's Drum Circle
Join an unforgettable rhythmic experience at The People's Drum Circle! Discover the joy of drumming and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for rhythm and music. No matter your skill level, this event is all about having fun and celebrating the power of collective beats.
June 2024
Saturday, June 1
11am-1pm
Newark Public Library
Weekly (Saturdays in June)
Register
Magical Encounters: The Mural
Join NAC artists, Cazorla + Saleme, every Saturday this May and June for their free family and youth art workshops! Collaborate with the local art duo on a mural for the Main Library Children's room! Materials and snacks provided. Registration is required.
Sunday, June 2
12-2pm
Harriet Tubman Square Park
Weekly (Sundays)
The People's Drum Circle
Join an unforgettable rhythmic experience at The People's Drum Circle! Discover the joy of drumming and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for rhythm and music. No matter your skill level, this event is all about having fun and celebrating the power of collective beats.
Saturday, June 8
12-1:30pm
Harriet Tubman Square Park
Tubman for Youth
This event for the whole family will include an interactive storytelling experience with Gha’il Rhodes Benjamin, an art-making activity, snacks, and tours of the Shadow of a Face monument at Harriet Tubman Square.
In case of inclement weather, the event will take place at The Newark Museum of Art.
Tuesday, June 11
4-7pm
Harriet Tubman Square Park
Monthly (Tuesdays)
Farmers' Market Kick-Off
Stop by the Square for an afternoon of music, games, yoga and more as we kick off the season with our first Farmer's Market of the year—right outside headquarters!
Check out a lineup of great local businesses as this week's featured vendors and enjoy an evening of food, music, shopping, and more.
Wednesday June 19
12-4pm
Harriet Tubman Square Park
Juneteenth Cookout
Join Audible’s Global Center for Urban Innovation, NWKD restaurants and our neighbors for our second-annual Juneteenth Community Cookout! Stop by the Square for an afternoon of food, art-making, drum circles and music.
In case of rain, this event will be held inside the Newark Museum of Art.
Thursday, June 27
6-8pm
Rutgers Business School
Newark Creates: Digital Content Creator Series
Join Audible's Business Attraction Start-up, ABF Creative as they lead fireside chats with content creators to inspire the next generation of creators.
Friday, June 28 - Sunday, June 30
Harriet Tubman Square Park
North to Shore Festival
The North to Shore Festival, launched in 2023, features all the talent, diversity and creativity that New Jersey has to offer, packed into three extraordinary weekends of performances, screenings, parties and conversations in three of the state’s most iconic cities.
Hosted by Asbury Park, Atlantic City and Newark, the North to Shore Festival brings together events at more than 100 venues for an over-the-top showcase of Jersey excellence.
Audible is sponsoring the stage at Tubman Square from Friday (6/28) through Sunday (6/30). Stop by to celebrate Newark's rising voices and much more!
Sunday, June 30
10-1pm
Harriet Tubman Square Park
Renaissance Bike Ride and Park Party
Wear your finest seersucker, linens, hats and caps for the premier summer cycling and social experience of the season.
The route is a low intensity, scenic ride. 10 miles, seven to 8 stops, under 2 hours. All levels are welcome! You can bring your own bike OR rent one. Tickets on sale soon.