Annual Newark Pride Ball celebrates ballroom culture, drag, and live music with DJ BELINDZ and 4N YARDI at The Newark Museum of Art.
Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM to July 9, 2026 at 10:30 PM (past)
An electrifying night where ballroom culture meets the vibrant spirit of Newark’s LGBTQIA+ community unfolds at the 7th Annual Pride Ball. Set within the inspiring walls of The Newark Museum of Art, this celebration pulses with live music, fierce drag performances, and the artistry that defines ballroom culture.
This event is a joyful convergence of art and community, spotlighting the voices and talents that shape New Jersey’s queer landscape. The evening features dynamic sets by DJ BELINDZ and 4N YARDI, setting the rhythm for an unforgettable night. The Pride Ball invites attendees to immerse themselves in a space where identity, creativity, and performance fuse in powerful expression.
Newark’s downtown cultural hub becomes the backdrop for this unique event, amplifying the energy of Pride through music, dance, and drag artistry. It’s a night that celebrates resilience and diversity within the LGBTQIA+ community, making it a standout occasion on New Jersey’s event calendar.
The 7th Annual Pride Ball is a vital cultural fixture that amplifies New Jersey’s rich LGBTQIA+ heritage through the powerful lens of ballroom culture and drag. Newark’s role as a center for diverse artistic expression is reinforced by this event’s blend of music, performance, and community advocacy. It provides a rare platform for queer voices to shine in an inclusive, artistic environment, enriching New Jersey’s cultural landscape with every beat and performance.
The Newark Museum of Art
49 Washington St, Newark, NJ 07102, USA