It’s a weekend of anniversary parties and movie screenings as both Departed Soles and Frankie celebrate their 6- and 4-year anniversaries. Plus, catch a screening and shadowcast of the Rocky Horror Picture Show at Harsimus Cemetery.
Friday Events
What: Portuguese Dinner & Wine at Eira Cafe
When: Friday, October 15 at 6pm + 9pm
Where: 24 Mercer
Eira Cafe is hosting its second Portuguese dinner night. The dinner comes with a complimentary Portuguese wine pairing. There are limited seatings available at 6pm and 9pm. RSVPs are required (you can contact the cafe via their Instagram).
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What: Movies in the Park: Back to the Future
When: Friday, October 15 at 6:15pm
Where: Hamilton Park
The last Movies in the Park of the season is tonight at Hamilton Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to watch a free screening of Back to the Future.
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Saturday Events
What: Smorgasburg Jersey City
When: Saturday, October 16 from 11am to 6pm
Where: 195 Hudson
Smorgasburg is back at Harborside for another weekend of eats. The outdoor market will offer food from numerous vendors including Cake Jars, Salt & Seed, Carlitos Barbecue Taqueria, D’Abruzzo, and more. The market will operate every Saturday through October 30. Admission is free and there will be various outdoor dining options throughout Harborside.
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What: Departed Soles 6-Year Tasting Room Anniversary
When: Saturday, October 16 from 12pm to 10pm
Where: 150 Bay Street
Local brewery Departed Soles is celebrating its 6-year tasting room anniversary with the release of four new beers. One of the new beers — named Wiggle Wiggle Wiggle — is an imperial stout made using Corgi Spirits’ Cardigan Whiskey.
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What: Frankie 4-Year Anniversary
When: Saturday, October 16 from 12pm to close
Where: 264 Grove Street
Celebrate Frankie’s 4-year anniversary with natural wine, live DJs, art, and plenty of delicious eats. The party starts at 12pm and will last through closing.
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What: The Cottage Weekend Jazz Trio
When: Saturdays from 12pm to 3pm
Where: 136 Monticello Avenue
The Cottage Jersey City is hosting live musical performances every weekend. (Note, they recently tweaked the time so the music starts and finishes later in the day). The socially distanced event is held in The Cottage’s outdoor patio. As a reminder, The Cottage is BYOB (and they offer killer pastries and brunch sandwiches).
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What: Corgi Spirits Jazz Session
When: Saturday, October 16 from 2pm to 5pm
Where: 1 Distillery Drive
Pair your Corgi cocktail with a live jazz performance by Jonathan Kirschner and Allan Bazama. Admission is free.
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What: Oktoberfest at Zeppelin Hall
When: Saturday & Sunday from 3pm to 7pm
Where: 88 Liberty View Drive
Zeppelin Hall is celebrating Oktoberfest with live music, food, and plenty of brews. The party will take place in the bar’s outdoor patio.
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What: Pop-Up Sip & Shop at The Loft Art Lounge
When: Saturday, October 16 from 4pm to 7:30pm
Where: 492 Communipaw Avenue
The Loft Art Lounge is hosting a Pop-Up Sip and Shop event this weekend. The event is free to attend.
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What: Rocky Horror Picture Show at Harsimus Cemetery
When: Friday, October 16 from 7pm to 10pm
Where: Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery (435 Newark Avenue)
Non-profits the NJ House of Hope and the Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery will screen the Rocky Horror Picture Show tonight complete with a live shadowcast performance. Audience members are also encouraged to dress up and participate. Tickets are $20 per person.
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Sunday Events
What: Movie Night at Dullboy
When: Sunday, October 17 at 8pm
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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