NAF Kids brings together art, music, performance and hands-on creative activities for kids, tweens and teens in grades K–12. Young festivalgoers can make something of their own, experience live performances, explore new forms of creative expression and take part in the festival alongside family and friends.The day will also feature the Newark Public Schools Youth Art Exhibition, celebrating the creativity and artistic voices of Newark students and giving young artists a chance to see their work showcased as part of Newark Arts Festival.

Designed for young people to participate, not just watch, NAF Kids is a day of creativity, discovery and fun for the next generation.

Bring the family and experience Newark Arts Festival together.

The 25th Newark Arts Festival is powered by Newark Arts Council and supported by: Prudential, New Jersey State Council on the Arts, City of Newark, Newark Arts and Education District, Newark Alliance, Hanini Group, Express Newark, The Newark Museum of Art, NJPAC, Russo Development, Edison Properties, Newark City Parks Foundation, Arts Ed Newark and Newark Public Schools.

For more information and the full NAF2026 lineup, visit NewarkArtsFestival.com

This event is free with a suggested donation. Your support helps Newark Arts Council continue creating programs, opportunities and resources for artists and our community.