Newark Food And Brew Festival Turns 21; Enjoy Summer With Craft Beer, Local Eats, Sidewalk Sales

The popular Newark Food and Brew Fest returns this Saturday for its 21st year.

NEWARK — One of Newark’s tastiest summer traditions is coming of age.

The Downtown Newark Food and Brew Festival returns for its 21st year on Saturday, July 26, transforming the city’s central business district into a hub of culinary and craft beer celebration.

Running from noon to 7 p.m., the festival will feature more than 45 craft and imported beers paired with inventive dishes at 10 participating restaurants.

Organized by Out & About Magazine in partnership with The Newark Partnership (TNP), the event is a pay-as-you-go experience, encouraging attendees to explore and enjoy Newark’s diverse dining scene at their own pace.

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“The Newark Partnership is always happy to sponsor Food & Brew,” said Ali DeAngelis, interim executive director at TNP. “This year we even get to privilege to celebrate it’s 21 st year. As someone who celebrated their 21 st birthday at Santa Fe and Deer Park Tavern, this year’s festival feels extra special.”

Adding to the festivities, downtown retailers will offer special deals as part of the Hops & Shops Sidewalk Sale, making the day a win for both food lovers and shoppers.

The first 2,000 attendees will receive a commemorative mug, and the popular Food & Brew Passport returns—offering the chance to win gift certificates by collecting stamps at five or more venues.

“The Newark Food & Brew has become a rite of summer,” said Jerry duPhily, publisher of Out & About Magazine. “When we partnered with the City of Newark to create this event more than 20 years ago, craft-beer focused events were a novelty. Today, they’re commonplace. But the beauty of this event is that it encourages guests to explore Newark and visit the many participating restaurants. It’s an ideal showcase for the city’s dining scene.”

For a full list of venues, beers, and menus, click here.