Get into the holiday spirit with a holiday market in the Heights or check out the Pedestrian Plaza’s winter makeover complete with an iceless ice skating rink. All that and more happening in Jersey City this weekend.
Ongoing Events
What: The Jersey City Nutcracker
When: December 9 through December 23
Where: Nimbus at 329 Warren
Nimbus Dance Works presents its annual holiday tradition: the Jersey City Nutcracker. The Jersey City Nutcracker is a modern take on Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic telling the story of two children’s urban holiday adventure leading them through fantasy, adversity, and celebration while teaching them lessons about friendship and community along the way. There will be multiple shows this weekend with tickets starting from $30/pp.
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What: Christmas Cocktails at Miracle on Mercer
When: through December 31
Where: 292 Barrow
Holiday pop-up bar Miracle on Mercer is bringing its Christmas cocktails to Jersey City for another year. Enjoy holiday tunes, cocktails, and more.
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What: Newport Skates 2022/2023 Season
When: ongoing
Where: 95 River Drive South
Newport Skates is now open for the 2022/2023 season. General admission is $8 (for 75 minutes) and skate rentals are $7. Newport residents pay $4 for admission.
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Thursday Events
What: RJO All-Stars at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, December 8 from 8:30pm to 11:30pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Enjoy an evening of jazz and soul standards with the RJO All-Stars featuring WBGO’s Lezlie Harrison. There will be two shows: 8:30pm and 10pm. Admission is $20/pp.
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Saturday Events
What: Heights Holiday Market
When: Saturday, December 10 from 9am to 3pm
Where: Riverview Park
Shop 50+ local vendors at the Riverview Farmer’s Market Holiday Market. The market will include live holiday music, gift wrapping station, and more.
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What: Iceless Ice Skating at Pedestrian Plaza
When: Saturday, December 10 + December 11 from 12pm to 4pm
Where: Pedestrian Plaza
The Pedestrian Plaza is getting a holiday makeover. Enjoy an afternoon of iceless ice skating, a human-sized snow globe, and live holiday music. Admission for ice skating is $10/pp (skates included).
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What: Custom Candle Making Class at The Grind
When: Saturday, December 10 from 5pm to 7pm, 8pm to 10pm
Where: 360 Communipaw Avenue
The Grind and Hot Stuff are teaming up for a custom candle making workshop. Admission is $75/pp and it includes a 1-hour, guided candle making class and your pastry of choice from The Grind. All materials for the class are included.
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What: Christina Alessi and the Toll Collectors at Fox & Crow
When: Saturday, December 10 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Christina Alessi and the Toll Collectors will perform at Fox & Crow tonight. The band takes inspiration from country, rock, and soul. Admission is $10/pp.
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Sunday Events
What: Milk & Cream Bar Toy Drive + Meet n’ Greet w/ Santa
When: Sunday, December 11 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Where: 175 Newark Avenue
Milk and Cream Bar Jersey City is hosting a toy drive this Sunday. Bring a new toy to donate and receive a free swirl and take your own photo with Santa.
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What: Movie Night at Dullboy
When: Sunday, December 11
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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