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EXPERIENCE NEWARK
Experience Newark: Festivals & Flavors is your ultimate guide to discovering Newark’s vibrant culture, cuisine, and events throughout the month of June. Brought to you by The Newark Alliance, Invest Newark, and the Newark Arts and Education District, this initiative celebrates the city’s culinary talent, dynamic arts scene, and thriving local businesses.
Festivals & Flavors Pass
It’s the tastiest way to explore Newark this June. Whether you're a foodie, art lover, or festival-goer, the Experience Newark Mobile Pass, a free, easy-to-use digital passport featuring local restaurants and bars, is your key to discovering the best of the city, while earning perks along the way.
Get exclusive access to promotions, discounts, and perks with the Festival & Flavors Pass (Bandwango)—a free, easy-to-use digital passport featuring nearly 20 local restaurants, bars, and cultural stops.
✔️ No app download required
✔️Check in at participating restaurants and bars.
✔️ Earn points and redeem your reward.
Visit the Mobile Pass to See the List of Participating Restaurants.
Rewards Marketplace
Make a purchase and check in at participating restaurants and bars during the Experience Newark: Festivals & Flavors campaign to earn points toward redeeming special rewards. Points can be exchanged for the Newarkopoly Board Game and Newark Gift Cards in the Rewards Marketplace on the Mobile Pass. The more places you visit and support, the more points you earn!
Curated Itineraries
Event & Restaurant Pairings for Easy Navigation. Organized for Day and Nighttime.Craft your perfect day (or night) out in Newark with curated, walkable itineraries that pair performances and events with nearby dining, drinks, and cultural experiences. Whether you're a comedy lover, a foodie, or looking to immerse yourself in Newark’s vibrant culture, these themed guides help you extend your time in the city and make the most of every outing.
Click to Explore Themed Itineraries – your go-to guide for pre- and post-show plans in Newark.
Get Around with Ease —
Ride Via Newark
Exploring Experience Newark just got easier. Enjoy free weekend rides anywhere within Newark city limits with Via Newark, your on-demand shuttle to festivals, restaurants, museums, and more.
Download the app, request a ride, and get to your next stop in minutes — FOR FREE.
Available Friday–Sunday | Just search "Via Newark" in your app store.