Check out newly opened wine bar The Alps on Palisade Avenue or enjoy a delicious jollof platter at KO Cafe — here’s a look at where to eat, shop, and chill this weekend in Jersey City.
Thursday Events
What: Zeppelin Hall Bacon Fest
When: through March 3
Where: 88 Liberty View Drive
Bacon Fest has been extended through Sunday, March 3. Head to the beer hall to order from various different bacon entrees like bacon mac & cheese, a bacon Nashville chicken sandwich, and more.
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What: Maddy Rose Cocktail Class with Boss Molly Bourbon
When: Thursday, February 15 at 6:30pm
Where: 76 Audrey Zapp Drive
Maddy Rose is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant at Liberty House. The restaurant is hosting a cocktail class with Boss Molly Bourbon. Learn how to craft 3 cocktails during this hands-on class, paired with a selection of lite bites. Admission is $65/pp (or $52 for Landmark Club members).
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What: Sean Wayland at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, February 15 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Jersey City local Sean Wayland will bring a touch of Aussie jazz and funk to Fox & Crow. Admission is $10/pp.
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Friday Events
What: Ko Cafe: Jollof Fridays
When: Friday, February 16 from 10am to 4pm
Where: 722 Grand
Neighborhood coffee shop Ko Cafe is hosting Jollof Fridays. The cafe will be featuring the Jollof Platter by Lola’s Fusion. Jollof rice is a popular West African dish known for its rich blend of spices and flavors. There will be vegetarian/vegan options as well. You can enjoy your platter at the cafe of to go. Price is $20/pp.
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What: Kat (Twisted Pine) & Brad at Fox & Crow
When: Friday, February 16 from 9pm to 11pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Life partners as well as musical partners, Connecticut-based Kat & Brad draw from 50s and 60s pop to American Songbook standards to create new original songs that sound like old Stax records. Admission is $10/pp.
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Saturday Events
What: Abbie Gardner at Fox & Crow
When: Saturday, February 17 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Abbie Gardner is a fiery dobro player whose acclaimed tales of love and loss, both gritty and sweet, are propelled by her impeccable slide guitar chops. Admission is $10/pp.
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What: Tulum Winter Warm Up at Golden Cicada
When: Saturday, February 17 from 9pm till close
Where: 195 Grand Street
Escape the winter weather at the Golden Cicada‘s Winter Warm-Up Dance Party featuring DJ Tizzy TurnUp and guest DJ Ulise. Plus, Zog Sports NJ will host the event to help bring the Zog Sports NJ community closer. The party starts at 9pm.
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Sunday Events
What: Maddy Rose Love at First Bite Boozy Brunch
When: Sunday, February 18 from 12pm to 2pm
Where: 76 Audrey Zapp Drive
Maddy Rose is hosting a boozy brunch inspired by the month of love and libations. The brunch will feature a 4-course menu, each course paired with a specialty cocktail. Admission is $80/pp (or $64 for Landmark Club members).
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