Get ready for a packed weekend in Newark! Head to the Museum of Art for their family programs on Saturday and Sunday, catch a family matinee of The Peking Acrobats at NJPAC, or enjoy the specialized Planetarium Shows running all weekend long.
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Sawmilling & Horse-Drawn Road Grading
Howell Living History Farm
Free, hands-on farm chores and history lessons happening Saturday morning.
March Family Saturdays at The Newark Museum of Art
The Newark Museum of Art
Dedicated family programming and indoor fun at the city's main art museum.
Peppa Pig: My First Concert From Mozart to Muddy Puddles
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
A live musical concert specifically designed for toddlers 18 months and older on Sunday afternoon.
· March 28
11MARCH FAMILY SATURDAYS AT THE NEWARK MUSEUM OF ART : The Newark Museum of Art is hosting its regular Saturday family programming. This is a great indoor option for families looking for cultural engagement in the city.This is one of the two specific family programming days scheduled at the central Newark museum this weekend.
: See breathtaking feats of trick cycling, contortion, juggling, and gymnastics presented by the renowned Peking Acrobats. The 2:00 PM show is great for younger audiences.This is a special, high-energy performance happening only on Saturday in Newark.
: Xian Zhang conducts the New Jersey Symphony in a performance of Beethoven's 'Pastoral' Symphony, focusing on the storytelling power of classical music. Check for the specific family concert listing if available.A fantastic classical music event happening Saturday afternoon right in Newark.
PLANETARIUM SHOWS : Catch one of several shows running throughout Saturday afternoon in the museum’s planetarium. These are engaging and educational experiences for all ages.This is one of the two specific days these shows are running, making Saturday a great day for indoor activities at the museum.
: This festival runs through Sunday and features food vendors, a K-STAR Circus, a lantern parade, and a dedicated Kids Activity Zone with a bounce house and petting zoo.It's a large, diverse festival running through the entire weekend close to Newark.
FREE : Head out Saturday morning for a free event featuring a bunny trail with treat-filled eggs, photo ops, and holiday crafts. This is a great free way to celebrate the start of the Easter season.It is explicitly listed as free and happening Saturday morning near Newark.
FREE : Experience history by helping with spring farm chores on Saturday morning! You can help roll logs, cut firewood, or plant replacement trees.It's a free, hands-on outdoor activity happening Saturday morning outside the city.
SOMA SINGS WICKED & BEYOND : Local Broadway stars perform hits from musicals like Wicked and Pippin. If you get VIP tickets, you can join a family-friendly dance party afterward!A quality, local performing arts event happening Saturday afternoon, close to Newark.
: Go out at dusk to learn about American Beavers in this Mercer County Park Commission program. You'll need to register ahead of time for this hike.A specific nature hike focusing on wildlife happening Saturday afternoon near the city.
: Head to the nature center Saturday evening to learn about beavers—you even get to wear a beaver mask! It's an interactive program about nature's engineers.This nature program offers an evening activity on Saturday focused entirely on families and wildlife.
: Meet the Easter Bunny while enjoying brunch at The Bistro on Saturday. Be sure to make reservations since this is a dedicated event.A dedicated character dining experience happening Saturday morning outside Newark.
· March 29
4MARCH FAMILY SUNDAYS AT THE NEWARK MUSEUM OF ART : Wrap up the weekend with the museum's Sunday family activities. It’s the perfect time for hands-on projects and exploring art together.This is the second specific family programming day offered by the museum this weekend.
: Bring your little piggies for a fun musical concert featuring Peppa, George, and a live orchestra introducing different instruments. It’s geared specifically for toddlers and preschoolers.This is a major show specifically targeting the youngest audience members in Newark this Sunday.
: This is an interactive performance featuring two dancers creating a vibrant world, including drawing homes and filling the space with trees. Great for visual learners.A unique theatrical experience explicitly involving kids happening on Sunday outside the city center.
IN HER FOOTSTEPS: A CELEBRATION OF WOMEN IN HISTORY : This immersive theatrical experience brings great women from history to life with performances and hands-on activities. It runs Sunday afternoon.A unique, interactive Sunday afternoon event focusing on history and performance near the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Newark this weekend?
The best free option near Newark this weekend is Saturday's Sawmilling & Horse-Drawn Road Grading at Howell Living History Farm. Several other free egg hunts and events are listed outside the immediate Newark area.
Where can I see a show in Newark this weekend?
You can catch The Peking Acrobats or the New Jersey Symphony performance on Saturday at NJPAC. On Sunday, NJPAC hosts Peppa Pig: My First Concert.
Are there any daytime family events at the Newark Museum of Art?
Yes, the museum is hosting March Family Saturdays from 12 PM to 4 PM on Saturday and March Family Sundays from 1 PM to 4 PM on Sunday.
