Newark
From world-class performances and games at Prudential Center to live music in beloved clubs, Newark is a well-rounded hub of culture and entertainment. When it comes to things to do in Newark, there’s no shortage of options at any point in the year — as a major stop for top touring acts and home to rising artists and comedians, plus the home of the NHL’s New Jersey Devils, Newark events keep locals and visitors coming back for more.
Popular Concerts in Newark
- Friday, December 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve
Prudential Center - Friday, September 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Ed Sheeran: LOOP Tour
MetLife Stadium - Friday, September 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM
AC/DC - POWER UP TOUR 2026
MetLife Stadium - Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Cardi B - Little Miss Drama Tour
Prudential Center - Friday, February 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Conan Gray: Wishbone World Tour With Special Guest Esha Tewari
Prudential Center - Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Dancing With The Stars: Live! - 2026 Tour
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Friday, February 13, 2026 at 8:00 PM
New Edition: The New Edition Way Tour
Prudential Center - Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Nine Inch Nails - Peel It Back Tour 2026
Prudential Center - Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
BAD OMENS: DO YOU FEEL LOVE NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Prudential Center
Popular Sports in Newark
- Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Monster Jam Freestyle Mania presented by Spin Master
Prudential Center - Friday, December 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM
New Jersey Devils vs. Vegas Golden Knights
Prudential Center - Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM
New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders
MetLife Stadium - Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
New York Sirens vs. Boston Fleet
Prudential Center - Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
A Racquet at The Rock: Alcaraz v. Tiafoe & Anisimova v. Pegula
Prudential Center - Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Never Forget Tribute Classic: Arkansas v Houston Men's Basketball
Prudential Center - Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Seton Hall Pirates Men's Basketball vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights Men's Basketball
Prudential Center - Monday, January 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Coretta Scott King Classic
Prudential Center
Popular Arts, Theater & Comedy in Newark
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour
Prudential Center - Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Matt Rife: Stay Golden World Tour
Prudential Center - Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Jerry Seinfeld
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Friday, February 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Ali Siddiq: In The Shadows
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Lucy Darling
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Sommore
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Yohay Sponder: Self Loving Jew
The Wellmont Theater - Friday, January 30, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Matteo Lane: We Gotta Catch Up!
The Wellmont Theater - Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
World Ballet Company: Swan Lake
Ritz Theatre
Popular Family in Newark
- Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party
Prudential Center - Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth
Prudential Center - Friday, May 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Stars on Ice - U.S.
Prudential Center - Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The Wiggles - Tree of Wisdom Spectacular!
The Wellmont Theater - Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Peppa Pig: My First Concert
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Friday, March 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM
The Goonies 40th Anniv. Screening + Q&A f. Corey Feldman & Kerri Green
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Mutts Gone Nuts
New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
All Events in Newark288 Results
- May 10, 2026Sunday 08:30 PMRichard Clayderman (18+)Elizabeth, NJRitz Theatre - NJ
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Ritz Theatre - NJ
- May 13, 2026Wednesday 07:00 PMAlter Bridge - What Lies Within TourMontclair, NJThe Wellmont Theater
- May 14, 2026Thursday 01:30 PMNew Jersey Symphony: Joshua Bell Leads Mendelssohn?s ?Italian? Newark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- May 14, 2026Thursday 07:30 PMCarolyn Dorfman Dance: The Power of OneNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- May 15, 2026Friday 08:00 PMAndres CepedaElizabeth, NJRitz Theatre - NJ
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Ritz Theatre - NJ
- May 16, 2026Saturday 07:00 PMWorld Ballet Company: Swan LakeElizabeth, NJRitz Theatre
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- May 16, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMCarlos Varela with special guestsNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- May 16, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMNew Jersey Symphony - Joshua BellNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- May 17, 2026Sunday 08:00 PMLeonid & FriendsMontclair, NJThe Wellmont Theater
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- May 28, 2026Thursday 08:00 PMCamera ObscuraJersey City, NJWhite Eagle Hall
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White Eagle Hall
- Presale happening nowMay 29, 2026Friday 08:00 PMRussell Peters: RELAX World TourNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- May 30, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMNew Jersey Symphony - Star Wars: The Last Jedi In ConcertNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- May 30, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMStar Wars: The Last Jedi in Concert with the New Jersey SymphonyNewark, NJPrudential Hall at New Jersey PAC
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Prudential Hall at New Jersey PAC
- Presale happening nowMay 31, 2026Sunday 07:00 PMBernadette PetersNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- June 7, 2026Sunday 02:00 PMNew Jersey Symphony: Season Finale: Symphonie fantastiqueNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- June 13, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMNew Jersey Symphony - Ben FoldsNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- June 14, 2026Sunday 03:00 PMJosh GatesNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
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- August 8, 2026Saturday 07:00 PMNate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World TourNewark, NJPrudential Center
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- Presale happening nowAugust 12, 2026Wednesday 06:25 PMGuns N' Roses: World Tour 2026East Rutherford, NJMetLife Stadium
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- August 23, 2026Sunday 03:00 PMThe Wiggles - Tree of Wisdom Spectacular!Montclair, NJThe Wellmont Theater
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