WellFest 2025 — Reel 1
Aug 25 · Highlights
Newark, NJ · August 14–15, 2026
Newark
WellFest
2026
Two days of wellness, music, and community at Branch Brook Park — right next to the lions. Free to attend, open to everyone. Powered by CounterFin and NorthWard Councilman Anibal Ramos Office.
Kickoff
Fri Aug 14
Newark venues
Main Day
Sat Aug 15
Branch Brook Park
Attendance
400–600
Expected
Registration
Pick your role at WellFest
Attendees, vendors, performers, and sponsors each register on their own Luma page.
Free
Attend WellFest
Join us Aug 15 at Branch Brook Park. Music, wellness, food, community.
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From $50
Become a Vendor
Half table, full table, or food truck. Apply on our vendor form.
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Free to apply
Apply to Perform
Music, poetry, or dance. Curated lineup — selected artists contacted.
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$250 – $5,000+
Become a Sponsor
VCs, funds, nonprofits. Anchor, zone, community, and in-kind tiers.
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About WellFest
A city-wide day of wellness for Newark.
WellFest is a free, family-friendly festival built for Newark — a full day of movement, mental health, live performance, local food, and community resources. It's for anyone who lives, works, or loves this city, and it's designed to make wellness feel like it belongs to all of us.
- ✓Free to attend, open to all ages
- ✓Local vendors, food trucks, live music, dance & poetry
- ✓Wellness activations, kids zone, and community resources
Friday, Aug 14
Kickoff — multiple Newark venues, details TBA.
Saturday, Aug 15
Main event at Branch Brook Park, next to the lions.
Location
Branch Brook Park, Newark, NJ.
Expected crowd
400–600 attendees across the day.
About CounterFin
The team behind WellFest.
CounterFin is a Newark-born fintech on a mission to help people get back the money they're owed — from unclaimed property to insurance claims. We build WellFest because wellness and financial dignity are part of the same fight.
Forbes
30 Under 30 — recognized founder
$15M
Company valuation
Newark
Built in New Jersey, for our community
FAQ
Good to know before you go.
Parking, accessibility, kids, weather, and how to get involved.
Is WellFest really free?+
Yes. Attendance is free and open to all ages. Register on Luma so we can send you updates and plan for crowd size.
Where do I park?+
Branch Brook Park has on-site parking. We'll publish a parking map and any overflow options closer to the event. Rideshare drop-off points will be marked on event day.
Is the festival accessible (ADA)?+
We're designing the main festival area with accessible paths, seating, and restrooms. Email info@counterfin.com with specific accessibility needs and we'll follow up.
Can I bring kids?+
Absolutely — WellFest is family-friendly. We'll have a kids zone with activities. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
What happens if it rains?+
WellFest runs rain or shine unless conditions are unsafe. We'll announce any schedule changes by email and on our social channels.
How do I become a vendor or performer?+
Visit our Vendors or Performers pages to complete the application form. Vendor payment details are handled after you apply.
Watch
Last year at WellFest.
Highlights from WellFest 2025 — more clips coming soon.
WellFest 2025 — Reel 3
Aug 26 · Highlights
Sponsors & Partners
Built with Newark's institutions.
Anchor, supporting, and community partners who make WellFest possible.
Anchor
CounterFin
Supporting
Essex County (TBC)
Councilman Anibal Ramos Office (TBC)
Community
Community Partner
Community Partner
Community Partner