- The list below includes 580 free or cheap things to do in or near Newark, New Jersey, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Recreation Centers and Movie Theaters.
- From Newark Public Library to Military Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newark and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Brooklyn.
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A prominent stone monument to firefighters is located in the center of Firemen's Park. Areas around the statue include a children's playground, picnic tables, benches, and a wading pool that is open during the warmer months.
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As a Korean contemporary art gallery, Nahrah Gallery showcases new exhibits on a yearly basis from a mix of international and regionally recognized artists. These exhibits feature artwork such as pottery, paintings, sculptures, photographs, and more.
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The N J Naval Museum is a great way for school groups and troops to learn about the naval history of the region and country. Birthday parties at the museum can be a memorable event for children, they can be captain for a day and explore the submarine!
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Operated by the prestigious Regal Entertainment Group, UA Kaufman Astoria Stadium 14 is a theater that shows the latest blockbuster titles. The movie theater features state of the art digital surround sound, comfortable seating and a full service snack bar.
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Bugsy's Dog Run is a leash free dog park at Astoria Park. The dog run is a fenced in area with some trees and shrubbery and offers guests views of the Tri-Borough bridges.
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Opened in 1937, the Teaneck Cinemas provides moviegoers the opportunity to view a variety of different films. The auditoriums in the cinema includes rocking high-backed seats, eight channels of premium digital sound, and screens capable of showing 3-D movies.
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thegrassynoel GALLERY & STUDIO is an eco-friendly approach to art and technology with the goal of enriching the lives of adults and children through education. The gallery offers lessons and workshops for aspiring artists.
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With a history in film making, Fort Lee Museum showcases artifacts and memorabilia from its past. The museum offers a mix of rotating and permanent exhibits featuring posters, photographs, and more.
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places is the pre-Revolutionary War sandstone house that is the focus of the Garretson Forge & Farm. The site is essentially a living museum that follows daily life on a colonial Dutch farm that also has an extensive garden and educational programming.
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Origrinally built in 1908, Monument Park was dedicated to the community by the Daughters of the American Revolution. In addition to a central Revolutionary War Monument, the park has a summer concert site, the Fort Lee Museum, and a preserved Revolutionary War encampment.