Full Notification

Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé announces that the following streets will be closed during the below designated hours due to the City of Newark’s Brazilian Festival:
 
Beginning from 9 a.m., Saturday, August 31, 2024 to 11 p.m., Sunday, September 1, 2024

• Niagara Steet between Ferry Street and Hensler Street
• Chambers Street between Ferry Street and Clover Street

Within the festival area:

• Bicycles, scooters, e-scooters, etc. are not permitted
• Backpacks, large and small bags, coolers, carriages, etc. may be subject to search 
• Alcohol is not permitted

Drivers are advised to anticipate delays and to plan alternate routes.
 
Director Fragé thanks you in advance for your patience and cooperation during this event. He also urges anyone with information regarding any criminal activity to call the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward. #newarknj #publicsafety #police #community #partnership #newjersey #cops #traffic #festival #backtogetheragain