Free & Cheap Things to Do in Newark, NJ

  • 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.
  • 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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14.4 Miles
64% 47 votes
Music Venue 1409 Queen Anne Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666 MoreLess Info
Showcasing a variety of rock bands, Mexicali Live offers live music and dining. In addition to the tables near the stage, there is a seating area upstairs. The venue serves Mexican food and has a large variety of beers.
14.4 Miles
31% 13 votes
Movie Theaters 1655 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820 MoreLess Info
A movie multiplex that shows Hollywood films in addition to an array of foreign films, including Bollywood offerings, BIg Cinemas NJ offers discount prices compared to most first-run theaters. The theater also offers a variety of refreshments.
14.4 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 14-01 Pollitt Drive, Fair Lawn, NJ 7410 MoreLess Info
Cadmus House is an old Dutch-style stone building housing historical artifacts of Fair Lawn ranging from Native American arrow heads to Word War I and II uniforms. They also feature maps from the 1880's, old farm tools and a farmhouse.
14.5 Miles
100% 14 votes
Breweries 19-33 37th Street, Astoria, NY 11105 MoreLess Info
Visitors to SingleCut Beersmiths can take free, scheduled 30-minute tours of the brewery or just enjoy beers, pub-style food and live music in their tasting room. They can also fill growlers.
14.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Entrance Off Village Cir E, Paramus, NJ 7652 MoreLess Info
A wooded area, Besen Park features grass fields that can be used for picnics and open field sports like baseball, soccer and football. The park also has a children's playground with swings, a play structure and an obstacle course.
14.6 Miles
100% 122 votes
Parks Loantaka Way, Morristown, NJ 07960 MoreLess Info
Over 744 acres in 4 different sections make up Loantaka Brook Reservation. The park features athletic fields, fitness stations and picnic areas with more than 8 miles of trails for biking, hiking, cross country skiing and horseback riding.
14.6 Miles
- 4 votes
Recreation Centers 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820 MoreLess Info
Metuchen Edison YMCA offers a variety of fitness programs and community activities for members to take advantage of. Among these programs are dance classes, child care, swim lessons, and more.
14.6 Miles
4% 23 votes
Movie Theaters 214 E 161st Street, Bronx, NY 10451 MoreLess Info
Featuring fully digital projection and sound, the Concourse Plaza Multiplex Cinemas is a movie theater that offers guests the opportunity to view the latest movie releases. Other amenities include at-home ticketing, concessions, and theater rentals.
14.7 Miles
62% 29 votes
History Museums 37 Christie Street, Edison, NJ MoreLess Info
The famous inventor Thomas Edison is showcased in many exhibits at the Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park. The center itself consists of the large Art Deco Edison Memorial Tower and the small museum dedicated to the life and times of the inventor.
14.7 Miles
88% 16 votes
Bowling 22-22 Maple Avenue, Fair Lawn, NJ MoreLess Info
Brunswick Fairlawn Lanes is a traditional family-friendly bowling alley that offers casual and league play. The center also features a game room, pro shop and full service snack and drink bar.
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