From the final days of Restaurant Fest to free outdoor movie screenings, here’s a look at where to eat, shop, and chill in JC this weekend.
Thursday Events
What: Jersey City Restaurant Fest
When: through July 27
Where: throughout Jersey City
The JC Resaturant Fest Summer Edition is now underway. Through July 27, you can enjoy prix fixe menus, BOGO specials, and discounted meals at participating Jersey City eateries.
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What: Berry Lane Park Concert Series 2024
When: Thursday, July 25 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Where: Berry Lane Park
The Berry Lane Park Concert Series is a free event that takes place every Thursday evening at through August 22. This Thursday, Marlena Moniece (urban R&B) will perform.
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What: Pet Shop JC Live Gigs
When: Thursday, July 25 from 8pm
Where: 193 Newark Avenue
Live music returns to Pet Shop JC featuring Fair Panic, Above the Moon, and Separatr.
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What: Movies in the Park at Boyd McGuiness Park
When: Thursday, July 25 at sunset
Where: Columbia Park
Movies in the Park Jersey City returns tonight with a free screening of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The movie starts at sunset (around 8:30pm).
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What: Tyrone Cotton at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, July 25 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Cotton began playing guitar along to the sounds of popular rock and blues artists and draws inspiration for his music from influences such as Jerry Garcia, Jimi Hendrix, Buddy Guy, and Mississippi John Hurt. Admission is $10/pp.
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Friday Events
What: Salsa at Grundy Park
When: Friday, July 26 from 1pm to 7pm
Where: J. Owen Grundy Park
The Exchange Place Alliance is hosting the 3rd Annual Salsa at Grundy festival. The festival includes free dance lessons, live music, and more.
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What: Movies on the Pier by Exchange Place Alliance
When: Friday, July 26 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 National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm). Food and drink will be available for purchase.
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What: Dustin Lowman at Fox & Crow
When: Friday, July 26 from 9pm to 11pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Brooklyn-based Lowman is a self-taught singer, guitarist, harmonica player, and lyricist who patterns his style on troubadour types such as Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, and Aimee Mann. Admission is $10/pp.
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Saturday Events
What: Christine Santelli & Heather Hardy at Fox & Crow
When: Saturday, July 27 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Santelli was nominated for a Grammy and inducted into the New York Blues Hall of Fame, whereas Hardy (violin, vocals, songwriter) was inducted into the Arizona Blues Hall of Fame in 2000. These awards are just a small part of their talent and dedication to music, which has helped them become iconic figures in the industry. Admission is $10/pp.
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Sunday Events
What: Summerfest 2024 at LSP
When: Sunday, July 30 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 11. This Sunday, The Outcrops (rock/blues/country) will perform.
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