Enjoy the return of the JC farmers market or celebrate the Lunar New Year with a dragon dance performance at the Jersey City Free Public Library. All that and more happening in Jersey City this weekend.
Ongoing Events
What: Zeppelin Hall Bacon Fest
When: through February 5
Where: 88 Liberty View Drive
From bacon empanadas to a bacon truffle sandwich — Bacon Fest is back at Zeppelin Hall. Through Sunday, February 5, you can order from various different bacon entrees that include dishes like bacon mac & cheese, a bacon Nashville chicken sandwich, and more.
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What: Grove Plaza Farmers Market Winter Edition
When: Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm
Where: Grove Plaza
The Jersey City farmers market is back at Grove Plaza for the winter season. Vendors include Jed’s Bread, Stony Hill Farms, The Oldwick Soup Company, and more.
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Thursday Events
What: Sean Kiely and Friends at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, January 19 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Local singer/songwriter Sean Kiely will perform at Fox & Crow tonight. Kiely has released several acclaimed recordings under his own name, in addition to being an in-demand guitarist and singer on the local bluegrass scene and producer for other artists. Admission is $10/pp.
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Friday Events
What: Vinyl Night at The Grind
When: Friday, January 20 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm
Where: 360 Communipaw Avenue
Swing by local coffee shop The Grind for night of live music and DJs. Admission is free.
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What: Corgi Spirits Live Music w/ Twiddlin’ Thumbs
When: Friday, January 20 from 3pm to 6pm
Where: 1 Distillery Drive
Enjoy an evening of cocktails and live music as Jersey City Heights’ own Twiddlin’ Thumbs perform Americana folky blues at Corgi Spirits. Admission is free.
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Saturday Events
What: Lunar New Year Dragon Dance
When: Saturday, January 21 from 11am
Where: 472 Jersey Avenue
The Jersey City Free Public Library and New York’s Fong’s Hung Ga Kung Fu Association will celebrate the Lunar New Year with an outdoor dragon dance. After the dance, the Jing Chinese Culture Events will offer a free crafts workshop for children in the library’s 4th floor.
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What: Barre3 Grand Opening
When: Saturday, January 21 from 8am to 1pm
Where: 10 Provost Square
It’s official: Barre3 Jersey City is celebrating its grand opening this Saturday. There will be two free classes at 9am and 10:30am. After class, you’ll enjoy hair braiding courtesy of Blo Jersey City, treats by Jam Cakery Events, and more.
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What: CR and the Nones at Fox & Crow
When: Saturday, January 21 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
CR and the Nones offers a unique sound that pieces together punk, heartland rock, country, folk, and indie rock. Admission is $10/pp.
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Sunday Events
What: Movie Night at Dullboy
When: Sunday, January 22
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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