JC Night Market returns to Journal Square and there’s a new board games shop opening in the Village. Here’s a look at where to eat, shop, and chill in Jersey City this weekend.
Thursday Events
What: 143 Social 1-Year Anniversary Party
When: Thursday, May 16 from 6pm
Whre: 143 Newark Avenue
Celebrate one year of 143 Social with killer cocktails, a giveaway, and the debut of the speakeasy’s spring/summer 2024 menu. The party starts at 6pm.
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What: Zeppelin Hall Maifest
When: through May 26
Where: 88 Liberty View Drive
Maifest is the German celebration of spring and Zeppelin Hall is celebrating Maifest through May 26 with an added menu of Bavarian dishes and Maibock beers. Maibocks are strong, malty beers that are ideal for the short Bavarian spring.
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What: Pet Shop JC Live Gigs
When: Thursday, May 16 from 8pm
Where: 193 Newark Avenue
Live music returns to Pet Shop JC featuring Loon Lord’s album release party. with guests John Cozz, Sonoa, and Buff Chiq. Meanwhile, PS Wine Bar will feature Crockpot Comedy with Alex Grubard and Alex Nicholas at 8:30pm and 10:30pm.
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What: ChillBrown at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, May 16 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
ChillBrown float about the realm of neo-soul, performing a melding of poetry and song to tell the stories you’ll find they’ve written you into. Admission is $10/pp.
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Friday Events
What: Nikki and the Skyrockets at Fox & Crow
When: Friday, May 17 from 9pm to 11pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Jersey City-based Nikki and the Skyrockets is a small band with big Americana sound. (You can check them out on Instagram). Admission is $10/pp.
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Saturday Events
What: JC Night Market at JSQ
When: Saturday, May 18 from 2pm to 8pm
Where: Magnolia Landing
Jersey City Night Market is returning to Journal Square! The outdoor food festival is free to attend and will feature food, live music, and more.
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What: Soy Amora at Fox & Crow
When: Saturday, May 18 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Based out of Hudson County, NJ, Soy Amora play alternative rock and Latin vibrations. Admission is $10/pp.
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What: Victory Point Grand Opening
When: Saturday, May 18 from 10am
Where: 112 Brunswick
Victory Point is a new board games and collectibles shop opening this Saturday at 112 Brunswick Street (btwn 1st and 2nd Streets). The store will open starting at 10am.
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