From Bastille Day to Ice Cream Alley at Smorgasburg — here are the best events happening in Jersey City this weekend.
Thursday Events
What: Bastille Day Block Party
When: Thursday, July 14 from 2pm to 7pm
Where: 209 3rd Street (French American Academy)
The French Academy’s annual Bastille Day block party is back. The party will include French staples like croissants, macarons, cheese, music, wine, and more. Participating vendors include Choc-O-Pain, L’Atelier du Chocolat, Tamborim, and more.
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What: Riverview Jazz Residency at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, July 14 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Get ready for a night of jazz at Fox & Crow. Admission for tonight’s show is $10/pp.
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What: Movies in the Park at Audubon Park
When: Thursday, July 14 at sunset
Where: Audubon Park
Movies in the Park Jersey City returns tonight with a free screening of Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm).
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Friday Events
What: Movies on the Pier by Exchange Place Alliance
When: Friday, July 15 at sunset
Where: J. Owen Grundy Park
The Exchange Place Alliance is hosting another night of Movies on the Pier. This Friday you’ll be able to catch a free screening of The Lego Movie. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm). Food and drink will be available for purchase.
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Saturday Events
What: Smorgasburg Ice Cream Alley at Jersey City
When: Saturday, July 16 from 11am to 6pm
Where: Harborside Plaza & Hudson Street (behind Smorgasbar)
There will be a special treat at Smorgasburg Jersey City this weekend. Various ice cream vendors will be onsite helping you cool down with the perfect scoop of ice cream. Vendors include Jersey City’s own Jersey & Co. Gelato along with Milk Sugar Love. The outdoor market will also offer food from numerous vendors including Cake Jars, Carlitos Barbecue Taqueria, and more. The market will operate every Saturday. Admission is free and there will be various outdoor dining options throughout Harborside JC.
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What: Lucky 7’s Rock n’ Roll BBQ
When: Saturday, July 14 from 2pm to 7pm
Where: 322 Second Street (on Coles)
It’s that time of year again! Lucky 7’s Annual BBQ has arrived bringing a full day of whiskey, live music, and cold beer. Live performances will take place outside the bar and will start at 3pm with sets from Hudson City Rats, The Vaughns, and more.
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What: The Billy Hart Quartet at The Statuary
When: Saturday, July 16 from 6pm to 10pm
Where: 53 Congress Street
Throughout his career, Billy Hart has recorded 12 albums in his own name and performed as a sideman on more than 600 recordings. His current quartet includes Ethan Iverson, Ben Street, and Mark Turner. Doors open at 6pm and the music starts at 7pm. A suggested music donation of $25 is appreciated. All music donations go toward artist fees for this and future events.
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What: Christine Santelli & Heather Hardy at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, July 16 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Grammy nominated songwriter and NY Blues Hall of Fame inductee, Christine Santelli (guitar, vocals) teams up with Blues Hall of Fame, Heather Lil’ Mama Hardy (fiddle,vocals) for a special project.
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Sunday Events
What: Sunday Runs with Four Fitness
When: Sunday, July 17 at 8am
Where: 667 Montgomery Street
Join Jersey City gym Four Fitness every Sunday at 8am for free J.City Sunday runs. The group will run from Four Fitness (667 Montgomery) to Exchange Place. Experiences and newbie runners are equally welcome.
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What: Movie Night at Dullboy
When: Sunday, July 17
Where: 364 Grove Street
Every Sunday night, Dullboy will be screening a movie in its patio. The movie will begin at 8pm. Make sure to give them a follow on Instagram to find out what movie they’ll show.
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What: Summerfest 2022 at LSP
When: Sunday, July 17 from 6pm to 8pm
Where: North Cove Field
The Summerfest Concert Series is a free event that takes place every Sunday evening at Liberty State Park through August 14. This Sunday, The Swing Combo Salsa Band will perform live swing/salsa music.
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