Prelude to JOY: A Brick City Run Club Picnic

Prelude to JOY: A Brick City Run Club Picnic
Powered by Newark Arts, Sponsored by Audible

Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 12–4 PM | Harriet Tubman Square, Newark, NJ

Step into the spirit of celebration at Prelude to JOY, a community picnic hosted by Brick City Run Club and powered by Newark Arts. This festive afternoon in Harriet Tubman Square sets the stage for the upcoming Newark Arts Festival 2025: JOY.

From field day games and family-friendly activities to arts and crafts making, music, and local food vendors, the day is designed to spark connection, creativity, and fun for all ages. Bring your friends, bring your family, and join us in creating moments of joy together in the heart of Newark.

Celebrate wellness, community, and culture as we count down to New Jersey’s largest celebration of arts and creativity.

Thank you to our sponsors
Audible, Newark City Parks Foundation, City of Newark, Arts & Education District and FUN

This event is a collaboration with our partners
Newark City Parks Foundation, Newark Local Beer, Brick City Run Club