- 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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Grammy-honored reggae musician enchants listeners with his soulful take on the genre
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Playing the latest releases, AMC Clifton Commons 16 offers movies in IMAX, RealD 3D, and digital projection. It shows a mix of blockbuster and independent films. It also has individual kiosks where tickets can be purchased with a touch screen.
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A neighborhood park with areas for dogs, playgrounds, walking paths, and a number of other amenities, Van Vorst Park hosts a variety of community events, including Shakespeare in the Park and other performances.
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Located in a historic area of New Jersey, Hamilton Park is a large green space with multiple amenities. It features tennis courts, a playground, basketball courts, and open spaces. The park also has an area reserved for dogs.
6.6 Miles
Fun for the entire family is available at Nichols Park since there are activities for all ages. The park offers extensive walking paths and hiking trails, a wide range of children's playground equipment, a baseball field, and a basketball court.
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As one of New Jersey's leading bowling and recreational facilities, Jersey Lanes offers fun for the whole family. The bowling alley is set in an eco-friendly environment and is home to a game room, a snack stand and cocktail bar.
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Founded in 2011, Barsky Gallery is a contemporary art gallery featuring works from a number of different artists from the region and beyond. The gallery is also available for rental events, such as wedding celebrations and private art exhibitions.
6.8 Miles
Monster Mini Golf is an 18-hole indoor putt-putt golf course that is lit by black lights. The glow in the dark features and obstacles focus on classic movie monsters like King Kong.
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Featuring a small lake, Edgemont Memorial Park measures 15.5 acres and can be used for walking, biking, picnics and ice skating in the winter. The park provides a children's playground, shelter house and restroom facilities.
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With views of the New York cityscape, Riverview-Fisk Park provides walking paths, a playground, and benches. On Sundays, the park hosts a farmers market where visitors can purchase fresh produce from local vendors.