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Basketball courts in Newark

26 public courts at 17 locations, closest to downtown first.

Good to know: Outdoor courts are free and open during park hours; lit courts keep games going after sunset.

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Where are the basketball courts in Newark?

Justic William J. Brennan Jr. Park, Hank Aaron Field (2), Sussex Park, Independence Park (2), Jesse Allen Park (4) and 12 more.

How many basketball courts are in Newark?

About 26 mapped courts at 17 locations; 2 locations have lights.

Are they free?

Public basketball courts in city parks are free; private clubs and some reservable courts charge fees.

Where does this list come from?

OpenStreetMap, the volunteer-built map. Places marked private are left out, but some listed places may still be limited to members, residents or customers; check posted signs.

Source: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Locations are named after the nearest city park where one is within a quarter mile.

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