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Your Weekend Guide to Newark
September 12 – September 13, 2026 · 22 events
This weekend in Newark, New Jersey brings 22 live events across the city — from community to music to arts & culture. 5 events are explicitly listed as free. Here's what's on.
Newark is experiencing a cultural renaissance, with a live events scene that's finally getting the respect it deserves. NJPAC (New Jersey Performing Arts Center) is a world-class complex hosting major concerts, Broadway tours, and cultural programming in a stunning downtown setting. Prudential Center handles arena tours and the biggest events. The Ironbound district, Newark's Portuguese and Brazilian neighborhood, buzzes with live music and cultural events. The city's proximity to New York has long overshadowed its own scene, but Newark's growing downtown and arts community are asserting a distinct cultural identity.
Events in Newark This Sunday
10 events are listed for Sunday, including Small Goal Soccer Meetup, Sunday 13Sep @ 8 am at Weequahic Park (8:00 AM), First Responders Appreciation Day at Makerhoods at Newark Makerhoods Shops and Apartments (11:00 AM), Cups & Connections at Kira's Kupcake Kafe (12:00 PM), Desk Terrarium Workshop at Tansy (1:00 PM). Events that start earlier in the weekend may still be running Sunday; open an event for its current schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What's happening in Newark this weekend?
- There are 22 events happening in Newark this weekend (September 12 – September 13, 2026), including Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park (Sept 2026) at EWR (7:00 PM), Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park Sep 2026 at Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott (7:00 PM), Soca Tworkout Fitness at Newark Makerhoods at Fern & Fossil Café (8:00 AM), ARISE: You Were Made For More at Essex County West Side Park Community Center (10:00 AM). Browse the full lineup on VenuNite.
- Are there free things to do in Newark this weekend?
- Yes — 5 events in Newark this weekend are explicitly listed as free. Confirm current entry details on the event page or organizer source.
- What events are happening in Newark this Sunday?
- 10 listed events are happening in Newark this Sunday, including Small Goal Soccer Meetup, Sunday 13Sep @ 8 am at Weequahic Park (8:00 AM), First Responders Appreciation Day at Makerhoods at Newark Makerhoods Shops and Apartments (11:00 AM), Cups & Connections at Kira's Kupcake Kafe (12:00 PM), Desk Terrarium Workshop at Tansy (1:00 PM).
- Where can I find things to do in Newark, New Jersey?
- VenuNite aggregates live events from venues across Newark. Browse by date, venue, or event type to find what's happening near you.