Newark: Summer Concerts and Serene Attractions in the Bay Area

Named after the Newark Castle in Port Glasgow Scotland, Newark, CA was originally the home of the Ohlone Native American Tribe before Europeans started to settle in the region. Founded by J. Barr Robertson, Newark completes Union City and Fremont in completing the triad cities of the Tri-City Area. It is currently the third largest city in the United States that was named after the Newark Castle in Scotland. Buchanan Field Airport and the Oakland International Airport are the closest airports you can fly into to reach the region. Host to several summer concerts and local entertainment and home to the famous Bay Area, day and night fun is guaranteed in the region.

Best Time to Visit

Book a hotel in advance if you plan to enjoy Newark, California during its busiest and most entertaining season of the year - summer. June to September are the peak season in the region for tourism.

What to Do & Area Attractions

Before hitting the water, you might want to visit captivating art scene of the region at the 77 Geary Galleries and the Academy of Art University. The nearby Museum of the Africa Diaspora and the Natural World Museum also reflects a lot about the old world Newark we knew nothing about. Be closer to the Ardenwood Historic Farm by booking a room or suite for a night or more at the Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley. Golf courses, dinning estabishments and wildlife refuge are accessible near the Chase Suite Hotel.