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Newark First Fridays

BRINGING TO LIFE, NEWARK'S FRIDAY NIGHT FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH

Each month, Newark First Fridays showcase emerging artists, makers, artisan food vendors, musicians, and uniquely talented street performers. Seeking to empower equitable business and exposure to Newark as a complete city.

LOCATION: HARRIET TUBMAN SQUARE

The Art Market (marketplace portion) of Newark First Fridays depends on inclement weather.*

In addition to the marketplace, Newark First Fridays also include official stops throughout downtown where you can check out events, see exhibits, get deals, or simply meet other First Friday revelers. 

OFFICIAL STOPS: (*RAIN or SHINE)

2023 RECAP COMING SOON, 2024 SEASON LOADING:

NEWARK FIRST FRIDAYS: PART STREET FESTIVAL, PART ARTWALK, & PART MARKET — Monthly Events are Meant to:

• Energize Newark streetscapes and activate Newark spaces
• Bring together every facet of the city’s eclectic culture
• Provide commercial opportunities to local vendors who can offer their products at a low cost of entry
• Bring you face-to-face with the best emerging artists, performers, and artisans in the city
 • Drive economic impact for our great city


 

Newark First Fridays x CoolVines
Limited Edition Growlers

HOW IT WORKS
Check the Commercial for our Limited Edition Growlers 🎥🍻
HELP US GROW OUR FIRST FRIDAYS [AND RECEIVE PERKS]...

1) SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON AT ANY LEVEL
2) PURCHASE A LIMITED EDITION GROWLER COOLVINES NEWARK
3) FIRST FILL UP ON US
4) 20% OFF FUTURE FILLS

Growler fills will include select draft items on tap at CoolVines Newark. Patrons can redeem the 20% off through the end of the year.

Revealing a Creative City

Want a personal update and invite? 

Text "Newark First Fridays " or your favorite party emoji to 973.556.2846 to join our community texting platform

Vendors, staged and street performers, and non-profit and services information tables: applications for all opportunities are accepted on a rolling basis HERE. Newark First Fridays is also still accepting applications for festival team members and volunteers.

Stay tuned to their social media accounts (FacebookTwitterInstagram) or join their mailing list for the details.


Newark First Fridays is organized by Newark-based prosocial creative service agency GalleryRetail.

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