Celebrate the first full weekend of fall with an artist showcase at 3 Acres or head to Halifax Hoboken for a bourbon tasting. Here’s a look at what to do in and around Jersey City this weekend.
Thursday Events
What: Open Studio at 3 Acres
When: Thursday, September 26 from 6pm to 9pm
Where: 400 Claremont Avenue
Join resident artists Orange Li and Johnnie Grinder for “Open Studio at 3 Acres: Liminal Space — Myth, Pain, and the Cosmic Journey.” The Open Studio will feature original paintings, drawings, books, fine art prints, and art jewelry. Attendees will have the chance to hear the stories behind each piece and bring home artworks that resonate with them. As an added bonus, dine at neighboring The Table JC and you’ll receive a free fine art print from the artist.
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What: Kingfisher Bourbon Whiskey Unveiling at Halifax
When: Thursday, September 26 at 6:30pm
Where: 225 River Street (Hoboken)
Halifax and Maker’s Mark Distillery will unveil their The Kingfisher Volume II Bourbon Whiskey. Experience the signature bourbon through house specialty cocktails and tasting selections. Chef Seadon will prepare a range of gourmet small bites, charcuterie, and cheeses. Admission is $69/pp.
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What: Zeppelin Hall Oktoberfest
When: through October 19
Where: 88 Liberty View Drive
Oktoberfest is back at Zeppelin Hall. Through October 19, you can order a variety of German beers, brats, pretzels, and more.
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What: Desi Street Food Festival at Harvy’s
When: through September 30
Where: 175 Morgan Street
Harvy’s Ice Cream is hosting its first Desi Street Food Festival featuring Indian street food, dessert, games, and more.
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What: Pet Shop JC Live Gigs
When: Thursday, September 26 from 8pm
Where: 193 Newark Avenue
Live music returns to Pet Shop JC featuring The Draculas, The Knight Shades, Cave Girl and the Neander Gals.
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What: Alastair Moock & Pat Wictor at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, September 26 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Alastair Moock is a Grammy-nominated family musician; a social justice and songwriting educator for all ages; and co-founder of The Opening Doors Project, an anti-racist music organization. Meanwhile, Pat Wictor is an innovative slide guitarist known for fresh and memorable interpretations of traditional and contemporary songs. Admission is $10/pp.
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Friday Events
What: The After Hours at Fox & Crow
When: Friday, September 27 from 9pm to 11pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
The After Hours are an American recording project, based out of Harrisburg, PA. Known for their vibe-heavy, emotionally captivating songwriting and their high-energy live performances. Admission is $10/pp.
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Saturday Events
What: The NYCRUNS Newport Half Marathon & 5K 2024
When: Saturday, September 28 at 8am
Where: Newport Green
It’s time for downtown’s premier race. The Newport Half & 5K takes runners through parts of downtown Jersey City, the waterfront, and Liberty State Park.
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What: Hudson West Folk Festival
When: Saturday, September 28 from 12pm to 10pm
Where: Nimbus Arts Center at 329 Warren
The Hudson West Folk Festival is an all-day music fest featuring local and international musicians performing everything from blues to honky-tonk. (You can check out the artists here). There will be a bar, food, and music workshops. Tickets start at $35.
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Sunday Events
What: Farewell Spritz & Summer at The Stork Club
When: Sunday, September 29 from 1pm to 4pm
Where: 2 Chapel Avenue
The Stork Club is a members-only rooftop bar located at Hudson House (above Felina Steak). Today, the rooftop bar is hosting a farewell summer party featuring unlimited spritzes, rosé, specialty cocktails, lite bites, and live music. The event is open to non-members ($75/pp) and members ($60/pp).
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