INFORMATION
This year’s theme is
Close your eyes and see a world where art, culture and connectedness are the foundations of our systems, lifestyles and beliefs. A world where creativity is at the center of everything we hold dear, informing and impacting all that we do and all that we are.
Let us deconstruct and rebuild a world where change is an intentional process, driving us to a more equitable and just society. Together, let’s skillfully craft our communities into enriching environments where all can flourish by relying on imaginative problem solving, cultural strategy and systemic transformation.
It is time to reimagine the ways in which we can live our lives: as connected beings, co-creating the world together while breathing hope into generations and celebrating the joys, journeys and triumphs of our ancestors.
Open your eyes and step into a world where Radical Reimagining is the only way forward into the future we wish to see.
October 9th: Reimagining Newark Arts
Opening night, a vibrant Pink Ball at The Newark Museum of Art will shine a spotlight on Newark Arts’ new era. Although forever committed to the mission to expand access to arts and culture, increase opportunities for artists and culture workers, and amplify Newark as the creative engine of New Jersey, Newark Arts is in a new phase with a new vision, a new leader, and a new public space (more on that later). Visitors stepping into the festival’s Signature Exhibition on Opening Night will be immersed in brilliant emerging and established art, while enjoying delicious cuisine, luscious libations, and stunning performances celebrating the brilliant artistic expression that is so Newark!
Events to look out for: The Pink Ball, Radical Reimagining Signature Exhibition opening
October 10th: Reimagining Open Spaces
From the salon to the studio to the street and back again, the spirit of the second day of the Newark Arts Festival asks us to look past the typical and traditional spaces for art and reimagine new locales that enable creative minds with room to grow and thrive. Transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary, events like the Citywide Gallery Crawl and the opening of the Newark Arts Festival Headquarters invite the world to reassess where, when and how we expect to engage with great art and think beyond the box.
Events to look out for: Citywide Gallery Crawl, Newark Arts Festival Headquarters Opening
October 11th: Reimagining the Urban Marketplace
For years, savvy creators have come together to buy, sell, create and perform, resulting in a cultural buffet that’s become one of Newark City Parks Foundation’s most anticipated and favored events – Night Market at the Newark Arts Festival. This year, we will leverage the entertainment, commerce and artistry at Mulberry Commons to create a cultural crawl through the city’s downtown corridor – from Ironside to Teacher’s Village. Whether you’re eager to fall in love with inspiring artwork, artisan craftsmanship, or spellbinding performances, the third day of the festival promises to delight your senses.
Events to look out for: Night Market at Mulberry Commons
October 12th: Reimagining Legacy
Abundance comes in many forms, and on the fourth day of the Newark Arts Festival, we reimagine what abundance would look like if everyone had access to it equally and unconditionally. Examining the abundance of joy, connection, and resources allows us to reconstruct a world where our legacy becomes one of healing, empowerment and generational wealth. When immersed in family and legacy building events, the path to creating a culture of hope, community and resilience feels more and more possible.
Events to look out for: Family Day, The Sensory Friendly Tour, Theater Day
October 13th: Reimagining Community
Nothing we can accomplish apart will ever compare to what we can create together, and the final day of the Newark Arts Festival upholds that idea as we ask everyone to reimagine a city that uses art to build bridges, forge bonds and lay paths to a better tomorrow. Whether breaking a sweat during the Brick City Run Club Morning Run or breaking bread with new friends during the NAF Brunch, together we can redefine our collective identity and transform our community into a world where struggle and suffering are rare, but prosperity and love are not.
Events to look out for: BCRC Morning Run, NAF Brunch, Open Studio Tour, Next Up Newark Talent Showcase
October 9th: Reimagining Newark Arts
Opening night, a vibrant Pink Ball at The Newark Museum of Art will shine a spotlight on Newark Arts’ new era. Although forever committed to the mission to expand access to arts and culture, increase opportunities for artists and culture workers, and amplify Newark as the creative engine of New Jersey, Newark Arts is in a new phase with a new vision, a new leader, and a new public space (more on that later). Visitors stepping into the festival’s Signature Exhibition on Opening Night will be immersed in brilliant emerging and established art, while enjoying delicious cuisine, luscious libations, and stunning performances celebrating the brilliant artistic expression that is so Newark!
Events to look out for: The Pink Ball, Radical Reimagining Signature Exhibition opening
October 10th: Reimagining Open Spaces
From the salon to the studio to the street and back again, the spirit of the second day of the Newark Arts Festival asks us to look past the typical and traditional spaces for art and reimagine new locales that enable creative minds with room to grow and thrive. Transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary, events like the Citywide Gallery Crawl and the opening of the Newark Arts Festival Headquarters invite the world to reassess where, when and how we expect to engage with great art and think beyond the box.
Events to look out for: Citywide Gallery Crawl, Newark Arts Festival Headquarters Opening
October 11th: Reimagining the Urban Marketplace
For years, savvy creators have come together to buy, sell, create and perform, resulting in a cultural buffet that’s become one of Newark City Parks Foundation’s most anticipated and favored events – Night Market at the Newark Arts Festival. This year, we will leverage the entertainment, commerce and artistry at Mulberry Commons to create a cultural crawl through the city’s downtown corridor – from Ironside to Teacher’s Village. Whether you’re eager to fall in love with inspiring artwork, artisan craftsmanship, or spellbinding performances, the third day of the festival promises to delight your senses.
Events to look out for: Night Market at Mulberry Commons
October 12th: Reimagining Legacy
Abundance comes in many forms, and on the fourth day of the Newark Arts Festival, we reimagine what abundance would look like if everyone had access to it equally and unconditionally. Examining the abundance of joy, connection, and resources allows us to reconstruct a world where our legacy becomes one of healing, empowerment and generational wealth. When immersed in family and legacy building events, the path to creating a culture of hope, community and resilience feels more and more possible.
Events to look out for: Family Day, The Sensory Friendly Tour, Theater Day
October 13th: Reimagining Community
Nothing we can accomplish apart will ever compare to what we can create together, and the final day of the Newark Arts Festival upholds that idea as we ask everyone to reimagine a city that uses art to build bridges, forge bonds and lay paths to a better tomorrow. Whether breaking a sweat during the Brick City Run Club Morning Run or breaking bread with new friends during the NAF Brunch, together we can redefine our collective identity and transform our community into a world where struggle and suffering are rare, but prosperity and love are not.
Events to look out for: BCRC Morning Run, NAF Brunch, Open Studio Tour, Next Up Newark Talent Showcase
GETTING HERE:
Start your Newark Arts Festival experience at our Official NAF2024 HEADQUARTERS.
NAF2024 HEADQUARTERS
Opening Reception: Thursday, October 10, 5-7pm
Newark ArtSpace, 355 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07104
NAF2024 HQ HOURS
| THURSDAY | 12 noon-7pm |
| FRIDAY | 12 noon-5pm |
| SATURDAY | 10am-5pm |
| SUNDAY | 10am-5pm |
PARKING
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Wednesday, 10/9: 5pm-10pm
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Thursday, 10/10: 5pm-10pm
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Friday, 10/11: 5pm-10pm
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Saturday, 10/12: 9am-4pm
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Sunday, 10/13: NOT AVAILABLE
*Parking is limited around and downtown we suggest carpooling, public transportation, ride share.
To find available parking locations in the area, please visit: https://www.bestparking.com/newark-nj-parking/?view=list
DIRECTIONS
FROM THE NORTH:
Driving Directions:
- Start by heading south on the nearest highway that connects to I-95 (New Jersey Turnpike).
- Take Exit 15W for I-280 W toward Newark/Kearny.
- Merge onto I-280 W and continue for about 4.5 miles.
- Take Exit 14 for Broad St toward Clifton Ave.
- Merge onto State St and then turn right onto Broad St.
- Continue on Broad St for approximately 0.8 miles.
- Newark ArtSpace will be on your right at 355 Broad St.
Public Transportation:
- From Penn Station in Newark:
- Take the Light Rail towards Grove Street.
- Get off at the Broad St stop.
- Walk north on Broad St for about 0.5 miles to reach Newark ArtSpace.
- From Northern NJ:
- Take NJ Transit’s Montclair-Boonton Line or Morris & Essex Line to Newark Broad St Station.
- Walk south on Broad St for about 0.3 miles to reach Newark ArtSpace.
FROM THE SOUTH:
Driving Directions:
- Start by heading north on the nearest highway that connects to I-95 (New Jersey Turnpike).
- Take Exit 13A for Newark Airport/Elizabeth Seaport.
- Merge onto I-78 W toward Newark.
- Continue on I-78 W and then take Exit 58A for Clinton Ave.
- Turn right onto Clinton Ave and continue until you can merge onto US-1 N/US-9 N.
- Merge onto NJ-21 N via the ramp on the left toward Newark.
- Continue on NJ-21 N (McCarter Highway) for approximately 2.5 miles.
- Turn right onto Bridge St.
- Turn left onto Broad St.
- Newark ArtSpace will be on your left at 355 Broad St.
Public Transportation:
- From Penn Station in Newark:
- Take the Light Rail towards Grove Street.
- Get off at the Broad St stop.
- Walk north on Broad St for about 0.5 miles to reach Newark ArtSpace.
- From Southern NJ:
- Take NJ Transit’s Northeast Corridor Line or North Jersey Coast Line to Newark Penn Station.
- From Newark Penn Station, follow the public transportation instructions above to reach Newark ArtSpace.
MASS TRANSIT:
By Bus
Bolt Bus https://www.boltbus.com/
Mega Bus https://us.megabus.com/
Greyhound https://www.greyhound.com/
By Train
NJ Transit http://www.njtransit.com
PATH http://www.panynj.gov/path
Amtrak https://www.amtrak.com
Q: What are the dates and times of the Festival?
A: General Festival hours are each day from 10am-10pm, however check each exhibition listing for more specific details. The Festival Headquarters hours may be found HERE.
Q: There are so many Exhibitions. Where do I start?
A: The best way to navigate the festival is by day. Please visit the day by day listing HERE.
Q: Is the Festival free?
A: Yes, with the exemption of some ticketed events. Check each event listing for more specific details.
Q: Where should I park?
A: Visit Newark Parking Finder and input the date and hours you will be at the Festival for the best parking options.
Didn’t answer your question? Email us at festival@newarkarts.org or call 973-643-1625.
Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
1 Hotel Road,
Newark, NJ
973-623-0006
Hilton Hotel Newark Penn Station
1048 Raymond Blvd
Newark, NJ
973-622-5000
TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown
24 E Park St, Newark, NJ 07102
Newark, NJ
(973) 642-7100
Best Western Plus Robert Treat Hotel
50 Park Place
Newark, NJ
973-622-1000
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