Catch a Halloween screening of Night of the Living Dead at the Loew’s or enjoy some cocktails at newly opened Manny’s District — here are the weekend’s best local events.
Friday Events
What: Oyster & Beer Festival at Zeppelin Hall
When: through Sunday
Where: 88 Liberty View Drive
Heads up, oyster lovers. Zeppelin Hall is celebrating Shucktoberfest and offering Blue Point, Raspberry Point, and Malpeque Oysters for just $1.50/each. Shucktoberfest ends on Sunday. Plus, Saturday night is Zeppelin’s Halloween Party. The top costume of the night gets a $1,000 cash prize.
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What: The Lost Boys at Loew’s Theatre
When: Friday, October 25 from 8pm to 10:45pm
Where: 54 Journal Square Plaza
It’s been over 32 years since The Lost Boys debuted in theaters and to this day it remains a classic. Re-watch (or watch for the first time) director Joel Schumacher’s horror classic on the Loew’s 50-foot screen. Admission is $8 for adults.
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What: Manny’s District Lounge
When: Friday & Saturday
Where: 210 Harborside
Manny’s District is a new cocktail bar located next to District Kitchen. Try one of their 11 signature cocktails as you play ping pong, foosball, or pool. The lounge — which just opened on Wednesday — will be open this Friday and Saturday evening as well.
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What: PierFest at Exchange Place
When: Friday, October 25 from 6pm to 9pm
Where: J. Owen Grundy Pier
Tonight is the fourth and last PierFest concert of the season. Head to J. Owen Grundy Pier at Exchange Place to hear a free performance by Victor Santos Y Ocho Con Clave (6pm) and the Yellow House Orchestra (7:30pm).
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Saturday Events
What: Barcade Halloween
When: Saturday, October 26 from 12pm
Where: 163 Newark Avenue
Celebrate Halloween with beer and video games during Barcade’s Halloween bash. Even better, wear a costume and you’ll get any Barcade exclusive beer for just $5. Click the link to check out the night’s tap list.
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What: 2nd Annual Bergen Apple Festival
When: Saturday, October 26 from 12pm to 5pm
Where: Bergen Ave & Academy
The 2nd Annual Bergen Apple Fest kicks off this Saturday with a walking tour of the Apple Tree House and an apple pie/dessert contest (you’ll get to sample pies, cobblers, tarts, and more). The event is free to the public.
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What: Night of the Living Dead Movie & Masquerade Party at Loew’s
When: Saturday, October 26 from 7pm to 1am
Where: 54 Journal Square Plaza
Catch George Romero’s original zombie classic — Night of the Living Dead — at the Loew’s Theatre tonight. Then stick around after the movie for the Loew’s Halloween Masquerade at the Grand Lobby. Tickers are $16 in advance or $20 at the door. Plus, the party is BYOB! (You can’t drink during the movie though). On a side note, the Loew’s will also screen Hold That Ghost with Abbot & Costello at 5pm.
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What: Jersey City Craft Distillery Fest
When: Saturday, October 26 from 7pm to 10pm
Where: Harborside Atrium
Spend your pre-Halloween weekend at Harborisde’s JC Craft Distillery Fest, where you’ll get to sample over 100 spirits including whisky, vodka, gin, mezcal, and more. Use coupon “JCUPFRONT” to take $20 off general admission.
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What: Heaven & Hell Halloween Party at Rooftop at Exchange
When: Saturday, October 26 from 8pm
Where: 1 Exchange Place
Celebrate Halloween while overlooking the New York skyline during the Rooftop at Exchange Heaven & Hell Halloween Party. Doors open at 8pm and admission start at $30 for general admission, which includes hors d’oeuvres from 9pm to 11pm. VIP tables are also available for an added charge.
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What: Pandemonium Party at Left Bank Burger Bar
When: Saturday, October 26 from 10pm
Where: 194 Newark Avenue
Left Bank is kicking off Halloween with a “Pandemonium” party that includes live music, a costume contest, and all-night $5 and $3 drink specials.
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Sunday Events
What: Día de Los Muertos Celebration/Parade
When: Sunday, October 27 from 11am to 3pm
Where: Riverview Fisk Park
The Riverview Farmer’s Market is closing its 2019 season with its annual Day of the Dead celebration and puppet parade. The festivities will include a mariachi band, dog costume contest, and more.
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What: Dullboy Sunday Tea Party
When: Sunday, October 27 from 3pm to 6pm
Where: 364 Grove Street
Dullboy is hosting its monthly Sunday Tea Party this afternoon. The bar will serve its version of boozy English-style tea along with house-made punch and Dullboy-style bites. Admission is $45/pp (a party of at least two people is required to make reservations).
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