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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21.0 Miles
100% 32 votes
Parks Horace Harding Express Way, Grand Central Parkway, Flushing, NY 11364 MoreLess Info
Situated on 358 acres, Cunningham Park features wooded areas mixed in with open fields for sports including baseball, basketball, football, cricket, soccer, volleyball and tennis. The park also provides trails for walking and biking, a playground and picnic facilities.
21.1 Miles
91% 11 votes
Historic Sites 897 South Columbus Ave., Mount Vernon, NY 10550 MoreLess Info
Having been built in 1665 and declared a historic site in 1943, St. Paul's Church National Historic Site is steeped in Mt. Vernon heritage. The church site still has its original façade, bell, church organ and graveyard.
21.1 Miles
- 20 votes
Movie Theaters Cross County Ctr, 2 South Drive, Yonkers, NY 10704 MoreLess Info
Cross Country Multiplex Cinemas offers 14 theaters that screen first-run movies with digital video and sound. The cinema features a variety of concessions, including popcorn and candy, and also has facilities for conferences and parties.
21.1 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 897 S Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY 10550 MoreLess Info
The Bill of Rights Museum St Pauls National Histrc Ste are sites of historic interest that maintain exhibits of artifacts dating back to America's colonial era. Both sites feature educational programs.
21.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Horseback Riding 558 Campgaw Road, Mahwah, NJ 7430 MoreLess Info
Holland Hills Farm is an equine facility offering many services for horses and their owners. The services offered include boarding, private lessons, and leasing or purchasing of the horses that are available.
21.3 Miles
28% 54 votes
Movie Theaters 17 Route 1, New Brunswick, NJ 08902 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with 18 auditoriums, AMC Loews New Brunswick 18 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers arcade games, an IMAX auditorium, stadium seating, theater rentals and a snack bar with food and drinks.
21.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 167 Main Street, Sayreville, NJ 8872 MoreLess Info
US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 21 works side by side with the Coast Guard in a variety of capacities. The flotilla also maintains strong community involvement, and offers eduational programs on boating safety.
21.4 Miles
79% 19 votes
Fishing Municipal Pier, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 08872 MoreLess Info
The attraction known as The Capt. Dave is actually a 50-foot, custom-built charter boat. Fishing tours make up the bulk of the boat's purpose, but it can also be chartered for a simple boating escape for those who wish to relax on the water.
21.5 Miles
75% 20 votes
Art Museum P.O. Box 496, Yonkers, NY 10702 MoreLess Info
A Dutch Colonial style manor house that was home to the Philipse family dating back to the 1600s, Philipse Manor Hall offers tours of the house and grounds led by knowledgeable staff.
21.5 Miles
32% 50 votes
Beaches Bronx, NY 10464 MoreLess Info
Orchard Beach is a 115 acre beach originally nicknamed 'The Riviera of New York.' The beach spans 1.1 miles and features a hexagonal promenade, central pavilion, food carts and snack bars, playgrounds, and picnic areas.
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