Close out the month of July with a music festival at Corgi Spirits, Christmas in July at Cellar 335, or salsa night at Exchange Place. All that and more happening in Jersey City this weekend.
Thursday Events
What: Jersey City Restaurant Week
When: through July 31
Where: Participating restaurants
Over 20 local restaurants are taking part in the summer edition of JC Restaurant Week. Enjoy prix fixe menus and dinner specials at spots like Latham House, Bricklane, Gussy’s Cafe, and more.
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What: Christmas in July at Cellar 335
When: through July 30
Where: 335 Newark Avenue
Beat the July heat during the Christmas in July party at Cellar 335. Enjoy holiday-themed cocktails, food specials, and cold air conditioning during the tiki bar’s annual summer celebration.
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What: Comedy Show at Nucky’s Speakeasy
When: Thursday, July 28 from 7pm to 8:30pm
Where: 8 Erie Street
Come for the cocktails, stay for the laughs. Nucky’s will be hosting a comedy show Thursday evening. Admission is $5/pp.
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What: Movies in the Park at Hamilton Park
When: Thursday, July 28 at sunset
Where: Hamilton Park
Movies in the Park Jersey City returns tonight with a free screening of Even Mice Belong in Heaven. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm).
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What: Berry Lane Park Concert Series
When: Thursday, July 28 from 6pm to 8pm
Where: Berry Lane Park
The Berry Lane Park Concert Series returns tonight with a free performance by Deep Cova.
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What: The Brooklyners at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, July 28 from 8pm to 10:30pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Reggae band The Brooklyners will perform at Fox & Crow tonight. Admission is $10/pp.
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Friday Events
What: Summer Fridays Backyard Happy Hour at Lil Dove Cafe
When: Friday, July 29 from 4pm to 7pm
Where: 589 Palisade Avenue
Heights coffee shop Lil Dove Cafe is opening its backyard for a Friday happy hour in collaboration with neighboring Fox & Crow. Kick off your weekend with some happy hour drinks from 4pm through 7pm. A $10 RSVP is required. (Your $10 RSVP fee is applied to your first drink).
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What: Corgi Spirits Presents The Weekender Music Fest
When: Friday, July 29 from 5pm
Where: 1 Distillery Drive
Corgi Spirits and The Rock-it Docket are hosting a 2-night music fest highlighting local bands. Musical performances will take place outside Corgi Spirits with bands such as The Components, Rockstar Racecar, Apollo Sonders, Disaster Party, and more. Admission starts at $10. You can find more info (including how to buy tix) via the Rock-It Docket’s Insta.
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What: Music Live on the Patio at Three Thirds Cafe
When: Friday, July 29 at 7:30pm
Where: 400 Claremont Avenue
Three Thirds Cafe is hosting its first live show tonight with 4-piece rock band, Tula Vera.
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What: Movies on the Pier by Exchange Place Alliance
When: Friday, July 29 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 How to Train Your Dragon. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm). Food and drink will be available for purchase.
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Saturday Events
What: Muteki Ramen Grand Opening
When: Saturday, July 30
Where: 100 York Street
Hoboken’s Muteki Ramen will open its first Jersey City ramen shop today. The BYOB restaurant is located at 100 York Street (next to Buddy’s JC).
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What: Smorgasburg Jersey City
When: Saturday, July 30 from 11am to 6pm
Where: Harborside Plaza & Hudson Street (behind Smorgasbar)
Smorgasburg is back at Harborside for another season of eats. The outdoor market will offer food from numerous vendors including Cake Jars, Carlitos Barbecue Taqueria, and more. The market will operate every Saturday. Admission is free and there will be various outdoor dining options throughout Harborside JC.
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What: McGinley Square Live Music Series
When: Saturday, July 30 from 1pm to 3pm
Where: Intersection of Bergen Avenue & Montgomery
The McGinley Square Live Music Series returns this weekend with a free, outdoor performance by Marlowe 7. The free concerts will take place the last Saturday of every month through October 29.
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What: Art at Night at Surf City
When: Saturday, July 30 from 7:30pm to 12am
Where: 1 Marin Boulevard
Art at Night is a show that spotlights the work of local artists. The event can include anything from a live mural painting to a movie screening. Tonight it will include a live mural painting by three local artists.
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What: Dan O’Dea & Eagle Ridge at Fox & Crow
When: Saturday, July 30 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Dan O’Dea & Eagle Ridge features Austin Alfano on bass, Bobby Baxmeyer on banjo/dobro, and Nick Conte on guitar. Admission is $10/pp.
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Sunday Events
What: Salsa at Grundy Park
When: Sunday, July 31 from 4pm to 8pm
Where: Grundy Park at Exchange Place
Enjoy a night of salsa music and dancing with New York as your backdrop. Salsa at Grundy Park includes live dance performances and free dance workshops.
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What: Movie Night at Dullboy
When: Sunday, July 31
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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What: Summerfest 2022 at LSP
When: Sunday, July 31 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 14. This Sunday, Peter and The Master Keys will perform blues/jazz.
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