Event Details
CareSparc’s 12th Annual Sustainable Health & Wellness Village Festival Brings Free Health Screenings, Fresh Produce, Live Entertainment and Family Fun to Newark
Theme: Healthy Communities. Thriving Futures.
WHO:
CareSparc Community Connections, in partnership with Essex County and the City of Newark, will present its 12th Annual Sustainable Health & Wellness Village Festival.
Festival Ambassadors include: Essex County Commissioner President Carlos M. Pomares and Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka.·Newark Council President Luis Quintana — Ambassador Emeritus·Lt. Jamie Hendrix — Public Safety Ambassador·Maya Harlow, Health Officer, Essex County Office of Public Health Management — Public Health & Wellness Ambassador·DJ Antoine Qua — Music & Community Wellness AmbassadorJoseph Ciafullo, Owner, True Cuts Barbershop — Entrepreneur for Equity AmbassadorSuliman Onque, Muralist — Artist & Creative Ambassador
WHAT:
A free, family-friendly community wellness festival connecting Newark and Essex County residents with essential health services, wellness education, nutritious food, entertainment and valuable community resources.
Activities and services include:
- Free health and vision screenings
- Free breast screenings provided by University Hospital's Mobile Health Unit from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Free fresh produce distribution
- Health and wellness education
- Community health and social service resources
- Community health panel discussions
- Live musical performances featuring Grupo K, Ndela, and Valarie Adams & the Dimension Band
- Arts, culture and family-friendly activities
- Opportunities to connect with healthcare professionals and community organizations
WHEN:
Saturday, October 24, 2026
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Free breast screenings: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHERE:
Essex County College
Cleo Hill Sr. Physical Education Building
177 West Market Street
Newark, New Jersey
WHY:
The Sustainable Health & Wellness Village Festival promotes health equity, preventive care, community engagement and access to essential services for individuals and families.
For 12 years, CareSparc Community Connections has brought together healthcare providers, government leaders, community organizations and local partners to help strengthen families and build healthier, more resilient communities throughout New Jersey.
The festival offers residents an opportunity to access free healthcare resources, enjoy live entertainment, receive fresh produce and participate in activities designed to improve overall health and well-being.
ADMISSION IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Caryl R. Lucas
Media Relations
CareSparc Community Connections
973-768-7780