Newark’s Brick City Jam Music, Graffiti & Arts Festival Expands for an Unforgettable Celebration of Creativity in 2025
July 17–20, 2025 | Across Newark’s Wards
Newark, NJ — Get ready for an explosion of color, sound, and culture as the Brick City Jam Music, Mural & Graffiti Festival takes over Newark from July 17th to 20th, 2025. This four-day celebration will transform the city into a dynamic open-air gallery, featuring live mural and graffiti art activations, electrifying music performances, and community-driven creativity across multiple neighborhoods.
From All Points West Distillery (East Ward) to Hashstoria (Central Ward), Riverfront Park (East Ward), and Abington Walls (North Ward), each day of the festival will bring a fresh wave of artistic energy, showcasing the talents of local and regional artists while fostering pride, engagement, and urban revitalization.
Why Brick City Jam Matters
Our mission is to create sustainability for creatives, businesses and entrepreneurs to prevent homelessness and displacement through consistent opportunity and building community In Newark and beyond.
Newark’s streets have long been a canvas for self-expression, and Brick City Jam’s festival amplifies that legacy by turning the city into a living showcase of music and street art. By activating underutilized spaces with large-scale murals, live graffiti battles, and performances spanning hip-hop, jazz, electronic, and more, Brick City Jam reinforces Newark’s reputation as a cultural hotspot while driving foot traffic to local businesses and inspiring the next generation of artists.
Festival Highlights & Locations:
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July 17 (East Ward): Kickoff Party @ All Points West Distillery – Live music performances, , drinks, and beats to start the weekend.
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July 18 (Central Ward): Equal Space Takeover – A night of art, food, and music in the heart of the city.
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July 19 (East Ward): Riverfront Park Jam – Outdoor performances with skyline views.
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July 20 (North Ward): Abington Walls Finale – A massive mural showcase and block party vibe.
“By bringing art and music directly into our neighborhoods, we’re not only celebrating Newark’s creative soul but also investing in its future.”
Livingston Steele Founder
Join the Movement
Whether you’re an art lover, music fan, or simply looking to experience Newark at its most vibrant, Brick City Jam is your invitation to connect, create, and celebrate.
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Media Contact:
Livingston Steele
www.thebrickcityjam.com
brickcityjam@gmail.com
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