Featured Events in Newark in July, 2025 (July Updated)

Color Book (1h 33 min) Not rated  Directed by David Fortune  Following his wife's recent passing, single father Lucky finds himself navigating the challenges of raising his son Mason, who has Down syndrome. An intimate, moving portrait of a father and son.  Entrance Please enter The Newark Museum of Art through the Main Entrance for all screenings and events during the Newark Black Film Festival. Due to construction, this will be the only entrance used for the Festival. Seating All NBFF screenings offer open seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Accessible seating for guests using wheelchairs or with mobility needs is available on the right and left sides of the auditorium in the back. When the auditorium seating fills, additional seating will be available in our overflow space. Assistive Listening The Auditorium is equipped with an assistive listening system. If you would like to use an assistive listening device, please request one from a staff member when you check in. For more accessibility information, please reach out to accessibility@newarkmuseumart.org . Purchase your pass to the Newark Black Film Festival here. Information Source: The Newark Museum of Art | eventbrite

Bam Bam : The Sister Nancy Story (1h 38 min) Not rated Directed by Alison Duke The hit song “Bam Bam” has long held the status of an anthem in the reggae genre and is one of the most sampled vocals ever. Lesser known is the story behind the song and, even more so, the woman behind the voice. Featuring interviews with Janelle Monae, Young Guru, and Pete Rock. Closed Captioning will be provided. The screening will be followed by a Q&A. Grab your tickets for the Bam Bam White Party immediately following the film! Entrance Please enter The Newark Museum of Art through the Main Entrance for all screenings and events during the Newark Black Film Festival. Due to construction, this will be the only entrance used for the Festival. Seating All NBFF screenings offer open seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Accessible seating for guests using wheelchairs or with mobility needs is available on the right and left sides of the auditorium in the back. When the auditorium seating fills, additional seating will be available in our overflow space. Assistive Listening The Auditorium is equipped with an assistive listening system. If you would like to use an assistive listening device, please request one from a staff member when you check in. For more accessibility information, please reach out to accessibility@newarkmuseumart.org . Purchase your pass to the Newark Black Film Festival here. Information Source: The Newark Museum of Art | eventbrite