Newark Riverfront Park
About
Passaic River Public Park
Newark Riverfront Park stretches along the Passaic River in the Ironbound and downtown Newark - the result of a multi-year reclamation project led by the Trust for Public Land. The park transformed industrial riverfront into accessible public green space.
Family Programs & Recreation
Programming runs summer-heavy with festivals, water activities, and kid-friendly events. Programs include:
- Two playgrounds
- Baseball field, tennis and basketball courts
- Spray park
- Kayaking and boat tours (summer)
- Festivals (music, art, poetry, spoken word)
- Riverbank walks
What's Included
- All park amenities free
- Free festival access in summer
- Spray park access seasonally
Experience
First-ever public Passaic River access in Newark. Kids can kayak, splash, or just watch the river. Strong fit for free family weekends in Ironbound/downtown.