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
- January 13, 2026Tuesday 08:00 PMSeton Hall Pirates Men's Basketball vs. UConn Huskies Men's BasketballNewark, NJPrudential Center
- January 14, 2026Wednesday 07:00 PMNew Jersey Devils vs. Seattle KrakenNewark, NJPrudential Center
Add-Ons
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- January 15, 2026Thursday 07:00 PMThe Ultimate Acoustic Rock ShowClifton, NJDingbatzOn partner site
Venue
- January 16, 2026Friday 07:00 PMNew York Sirens vs. Minnesota FrostNewark, NJPrudential Center
- January 16, 2026Friday 08:00 PMAvery*SunshineNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- January 17, 2026Saturday 12:00 PMSeton Hall Pirates Men's Basketball vs. Butler Bulldogs Men's BasketballNewark, NJPrudential Center
- January 17, 2026Saturday 07:00 PMNew Jersey Devils vs. Carolina HurricanesNewark, NJPrudential Center
- January 18, 2026Sunday 05:00 PMThe Pharaoh, the Bear, Til the End, Power Theory, the Red Mass RitualClifton, NJDingbatzOn partner site
Venue
- January 19, 2026Monday 12:00 PMCoretta Scott King ClassicNewark, NJPrudential Center
- January 20, 2026Tuesday 07:00 PMNew York Sirens vs. Ottawa ChargeNewark, NJPrudential Center
- January 22, 2026Thursday 08:00 PMLettuce Cook World TourMontclair, NJThe Wellmont Theater
Lineup
Venue
- January 23, 2026Friday 06:00 PMEarlybirds ClubJersey City, NJWhite Eagle Hall
Lineup
- Earlybirds Club
Venue
White Eagle Hall
- January 23, 2026Friday 07:00 PMBoombox Generation, Over My Dad BodyClifton, NJDingbatzOn partner site
Venue
- January 23, 2026Friday 07:00 PMMonster Jam Freestyle Mania presented by Spin MasterNewark, NJPrudential Center
- January 24, 2026Saturday 12:00 PMMonster Jam Freestyle Mania presented by Spin MasterNewark, NJPrudential Center
- January 24, 2026Saturday 02:00 PMELDEN RING Symphonic AdventureNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
- January 24, 2026Saturday 06:00 PMMonster Jam Freestyle Mania presented by Spin MasterNewark, NJPrudential Center
- January 24, 2026Saturday 07:00 PMDonna Mae's Retirement Party & After Wedding Celebration!Clifton, NJDingbatzOn partner site
Venue
- January 24, 2026Saturday 07:00 PMSommoreNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center
Lineup
- January 24, 2026Saturday 07:30 PMELDEN RING Symphonic AdventureNewark, NJNew Jersey Performing Arts Center