Portugal Day Festival
About this event
The Portugal Day Festival is a cultural festival in Newark, New Jersey, at Ironbound District. The 2026 event takes place Jun 12–14, 2026. One of the largest Portuguese-American celebrations in the United States fills Newark's Ironbound with a Ferry Street parade, live fado and folk music, carnival rides, and authentic Portuguese food over three June days. A cornerstone event of the neighborhood known as Portugal's unofficial capital in America.
Annual, mid-June weekend
Location & directions
Ironbound District, Ferry Street and Peter Francisco Park, Newark, NJ 07105
Frequently asked questions
When is Portugal Day Festival 2026?
Portugal Day Festival takes place Jun 12–14, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey. Annual, mid-June weekend
Where is Portugal Day Festival held?
Portugal Day Festival is held in Newark, New Jersey, at Ironbound District, Ferry Street and Peter Francisco Park, Newark, NJ 07105.
What is Portugal Day Festival?
One of the largest Portuguese-American celebrations in the United States fills Newark's Ironbound with a Ferry Street parade, live fado and folk music, carnival rides, and authentic Portuguese food over three June days.
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