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Visiting New Jersey Performing Arts Center: what to know before you go

1 Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102, United States

New Jersey Performing Arts Center is a theatre building in Newark, open since 1997.

Of the 60 upcoming shows with a published time, 42% start at 8:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.

Most dates fall on Saturday and Friday.

The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 25 dates.

5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train, Tram / light rail and Bus stop); the nearest is Park Place (H&M station), 40 m away.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Key facts

Type of venue
Theatre building
Opened
1997
Address
1 Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102, United States
Upcoming events
71
Usual start time
8:00 PM
Busiest days
Saturday, Friday

New Jersey Performing Arts Center, month by month

  • November 202625 dates, including A.R. Rahman: The Symphonic Experience, Undertale - The Determination Symphony World Tour and Mariza With Special Guests Derek Gripper & Duo Andalus
  • December 202613 dates, including Cirque Dreams Holidaze (Touring), Freestyle: A Love Story and Dru Hill & Mya
  • January 20277 dates, including Pete Holmes, The Basement Yard Live! and Cinderella: State Ballet Theatre Of Ukraine
  • February 20278 dates, including Bluey's Big Play Tour, Nai Ni Chen Dance Company: Year Of The Goat and Riverdance
  • March 202710 dates, including The Legend of Korra in Concert, Professor Brian Cox - Emergence and Calema
  • April 20275 dates, including New Jersey Ballet, New Jersey Symphony: Xian Zhang Conducts Mozart and Anthony Jeselnik: Wrath of Man

Coming evenings with more than one show: Saturday, November 7, Friday, November 13, Sunday, November 15 and Thursday, November 19.

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Concerts (40), Comedy (15), Plays & Musicals (6), Dance (5) and Family & Kids (3).

Arriving by public transport

  • Park Place (H&M station)Train40 m
    1 min walk
  • New Jersey Transit-MILITARY PARK LIGHT RAIL STATIONTram / light rail330 m
    4 min walk
  • New Jersey Transit-WASHINGTON PARK LIGHT RAIL STATIONTram / light rail520 m
    6 min walk
  • Washington Street (NLR station)Train530 m
    7 min walk
  • Greyhound BusBus stop550 m
    7 min walk

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 90 m from the venue.

Hotels near New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Accessibility

What ticket listings for this venue say (60 listings with an access note):

  • A companion or carer ticket is available with accessible tickets

Access arrangements can differ per show: confirm with the venue or the ticket seller before you buy.

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New Jersey Performing Arts Center: practical questions

When did New Jersey Performing Arts Center open?

New Jersey Performing Arts Center opened in 1997.

What time do shows start at New Jersey Performing Arts Center?

Usually at 8:00 PM (42% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.

What is the nearest stop to New Jersey Performing Arts Center?

Park Place (H&M station) (Train), 40 m away – about 1 min on foot.

Is New Jersey Performing Arts Center wheelchair accessible?

Listings mention access support, but not wheelchair spaces specifically: ask the venue before booking.

Can I park near New Jersey Performing Arts Center?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 90 m away.

What kind of events does New Jersey Performing Arts Center host?

Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (40), Comedy (15), Plays & Musicals (6) and Dance (5).

Which month has the most events at New Jersey Performing Arts Center?

November 2026, with 25 dates, including A.R. Rahman: The Symphonic Experience and Undertale - The Determination Symphony World Tour.

Which other venues are close to New Jersey Performing Arts Center?

Prudential Center (730 m), Prudential Hall at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (100 m), New Jersey Tech Wellness and Events Center (1.1 km) and Sports Illustrated Stadium (1.5 km).

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