Al's Electric

The romantic horse-drawn carriages from Dream Horse Carriage Company help create an evening straight from a fairytale. Ride around Newark in style–choose from traditional carriages and coaches or rustic wagons and surreys. Call ahead to reserve one of the elegant, all-white Cinderella Pumpkin Carriages to really make your special someone’s dreams come true!

Explore the historic Weequahic Park, designed by the Olmsted Brothers during the 1890s although the area had been a popular area for hosting agricultural fairs and horse racing before then. Named after the Lenape Native American phrase for “head of the cove,” this park contains the largest natural lake in the county, rolling hills, the historic Dividend Hill pavilion and portions of the East Coast Greenway.

Relax at Maxwell’s Bar & Restaurant, a casual restaurant serving up a wide variety of drinks as well as music. Stop by their website to view an ever changing (and ever crammed) calendar of events, from live performances to art galleries. This intimate little nightlife venue is perfect for hanging out with friends for a fun evening!

The East Coast Greenway, or ECG, spans almost 3,000-miles along the Atlantic coast, linking several major cities with its urban path. The section that runs through New Jersey is 97 miles long and encompasses many major metro areas like Newark and Jersey City. Get a taste of this enormous path while enjoying recreation at the popular Weequahic Park.