# Playgrounds and things to do with kids in Newark

Playgrounds, parks, museums and other things to do with kids in Newark. See which ones have a changing table, room for a stroller and what ages they suit before you go. 6 listed.

Last updated 2026-10-09, from the newest confirmation among these places.

## The list

1. [First Street Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/first-street-park-newark) (park, Newark). Park with a playground, a lake, a fountain and a picnic area.
2. [Boys Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/boys-park-newark) (park, Newark). Park with a playground, courts, a soccer field and a picnic area.
3. [Hennessy Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/hennessy-park-newark) (park, Newark). Neighborhood park with a playground, outdoor fitness equipment and a picnic area.
4. [Kasberger Field & Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/kasberger-field-park-newark) (park, Newark). Park with a playground, a pavilion, baseball fields and a soccer field.
5. [Nat Turner Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/nat-turner-park-newark) (park, Newark). Park with a playground, a football field, a soccer field and a track.
6. [Terrell James Park](https://ourplayday.com/places/terrell-james-park-newark) (park, Newark). Neighborhood park with a playground, a basketball court and a sitting area.

## About this list

Every place here is a listing on Play Day, and a place is listed only when something positive is known about it for kids. Each listing carries the kid facts (high chairs, changing tables, kids' menus, wheelchair access) A list needs at least three places to exist.

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