Enjoy the last day of summer at the All About Downtown Food Fest or break a sweat during Base Gym’s free pier workout. Here’s a look at what’s happening in Jersey City this weekend.
Thursday Events
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 19 from 8pm
Where: 193 Newark Avenue
Live music returns to Pet Shop JC featuring Fair Panic, Quality Living, and Cashmir. Meanwhile, PS Wine Bar will feature the Crockpot Comedy Show.
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Friday Events
What: Movies on the Pier by Exchange Place Alliance
When: Friday, September 20 at sunset
Where: J. Owen Grundy Park
The Exchange Place Alliance is hosting its last night of Movies on the Pier. This Friday you’ll be able to catch a free screening of Luca and Kung Fu Panda 4. The movies start at sunset (around 7:30pm). Food and drink will be available for purchase.
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What: Milton at Fox & Crow
When: Friday, September 20 from 9pm to 11pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Milton and his trio of NYC stage and studio vets play a wide range of music that ranges fom blues and jazz to country and ska. Admission is $10/pp.
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Saturday Events
What: Base Workout on the Pier
When: Saturday, September 21 from 10am to 12pm
Where: Grundy Pier
Celebrate Base Gym’s 11-year anniversary with a free open-air workout at Grundy Pier. The workout is open to everyone and will start with a 45-minute strength class at 10am followed by yoga at 11am. Bring your own mat and a friend.
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What: All About Downtown Food Festival
When: Saturday, September 21 from 12pm to 8pm
Where: Pedestrian Plaza
Jersey City’s biggest food festival is back celebrating its 13th year. Highlights for 2024 include a reggae party/beer garden from Left Bank, Kids’ Zone, a salsa dance party on Grove, and live music venues.
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What: JC Night Market at JSQ
When: Saturday, September 21 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: Jeff Biegel Trio at Fox & Crow
When: Saturday, September 21 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Jeff is a versatile, technically-trained musician with experience in performing, recording, teaching, and producing a variety of musical styles. He’s toured with Macy Gray and continues to do so with Four Celtic Voices. Admission is $10/pp.
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Sunday Events
What: Thirsty Quaker 10th Anniversary BBQ
When: Sunday, September 22 from 1pm to 6pm
Where: The Thirsty Quaker at 494 Monmouth Street
The Thirsty Quaker is celebrating 10 years in downtown Jersey City with a neighborhood BBQ and everyone is invited. There will be food, drinks, activities for kids, contests, and more.
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