Branch Brook Park

Upcoming Events at Branch Brook Park

Apr 4
2026 Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival
Pick one—or join us for many—of our fabulous featured events during the 2026 Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival, celebrating 50 years of this beloved spring tradition.
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Apr 18
Essex County Children's One-Mile Fun Run
Celebrate 50 years of the Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival by joining your family and classmates for the 2026 One-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, April 18, at Essex County Branch Brook Park. This fun, n...
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Apr 18
Essex County Family Day
Location: Branch Brook Park – Concert Grove, Southern Division (Park Street Entrance)
Cost: FREE

Spend a spring afternoon outdoors with family and friends at the beautiful Prudential Concert Grov...
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About

Branch Brook Park, the nation's first county park, is located in the North Ward of Newark, between the neighborhoods of Forest Hill and Roseville. A portion of the park is also located within the Township of Belleville.

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What's Happening at Branch Brook Park

Size:  360 Acres
Location
Park Avenue and Lake Street
Newark, NJ 07104
Distinguishing Features
  • Olmsted Designed Landscape
  • National Register of Historic Places
  • Playground
  • Ball Fields
  • Basketball Courts
  • Tennis Courts
  • Horseshoes
  • Bocce Courts
  • Cherry Blossom Trees
  • Annual Cherry Blossom Festival
  • Greenhouse
  • Urban Farm
  • Senior Citizen Center
  • Roller Rink
  • Public Art
  • Jogging Loop
  • Fitness Course
  • Children’s Garden
  • Guided Tours (seasonally)
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