From the debut of Harborside’s Famous Food Market to a Vintage Pop-Up at Harry’s Daughter, here are our top picks for things to do this Father’s Day weekend.
What: Movies in the Park
When: Friday, June 15 at sundown
Where: Hamilton Park
“Here’s to the fools who dream.” The Hamilton Park Neighborhood Association is kicking off its Movies in the Park 2018 season with an outdoor screening of La La Land. The movie starts at sunset (which sounds vague, but for screening/viewing purposes — they have to wait till the sun’s down to begin the movie).
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What: Jane Do Cardio & Strength Training
When: Saturday, June 16 at 11:30am
Where: Harborside Atrium
Start working on your summer body with a free cardio class by Jane Do Fitness. The 45-minute class will be held inside the atrium. Wear comfy sneakers and be ready to sweat.
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What: Famous Food Market Harborside Debut
When: Saturday, June 16 & Sunday, June 17 from 11:30am to 7:30pm
Where: Fifteen 2nd Street (next to Lutze Biergarten)
New York’s Famous Food Market will make its Jersey City debut this weekend right next door to the Lutze. The outdoor market will include local eats, craft vendors, live entertainment, a game area, butterfly zoo, and a 21+ beer/wine garden. Vendors include Casa Cubana, MozzArepas, Taste of Poland, No Forks Given, and more.
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What: Marketplace JC at Magnolia Landing
When: Saturday, June 16 from 12pm to 5pm
Where: 136 Magnolia Avenue
Located at Magnolia Landing, Marketplace JC is an outdoor market — held every first and third Saturday of the month — that includes a mix of artisan, vintage, and local food vendors. There’s also live music courtesy of Riverview Jazz. Vendors this weekend include PJ Ryan’s Squared, Sweet Kiss Lemonade, Laylani Crafts, Alchemy Body Shop, and more.
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What: Outdoor Booze Camp
When: Saturday, June 16 at 12pm
Where: The Lutze
The Lutze and Pivot Fitness are teaming up for an outdoor Booze Camp, but before you get excited — the workout comes first, the booze comes after. So start your weekend with a 1-hour outdoor workout (held at the Lutze) and then wind down with a drink on the house. Admission is $15/pp.
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What: Harry’s Daughter Vintage Pop-Up
When: Saturday, June 16 from 12pm to 4:30pm
Where: 339 Communipaw Avenue
Get your brunch on while doing a little shopping during Harry’s Daughter’s Vintage Pop-Up. The pop-up will include items from local shops Tah Vintage and Porch Finds.
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What: Frankie Father’s Day Special
When: Sunday, June 17 from 11am to 10pm
Where: 264 Grove Street
Celebrate Dad’s Day with Frankie’s Burger & Brew special, which includes a burger and a beer for $15. Plus, dad’ll get to watch Sunday’s World Cup matches on Frankie’s TV.
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(Photo: Casa Cubana)
