Things To Do in Newark, NJ
State Theatre New Jersey
Since 1921, State Theatre New Jersey has brought Broadway shows, operas, orchestra performances, family plays and much, much more to the Garden State. Less than an hour away from downtown Newark, this magnificent entertainment venue draws in large crowds for its stellar shows, excellent events and amazing arts education programs.
Land of Make Believe & Pirates Cove
The young and the young at heart won’t be able to wait to cool down at Land of Make Believe & Pirates Cove. This award winning water park offers guests a great escape from the summertime heat, straight into water recreation. Float along a lazy river, swirl down the Black Hole, get drenched by a giant water cannon, soak in the wading pool and much, much more!
Weequahic Park
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.