There’s a lot happening in Jersey City this weekend. From the 2-day Puerto Rican Festival on Columbus to a Ukraine benefit concert at Pet Shop — here are the weekend’s best bets.
Thursday Events
What: Berry Lane Park Concert Series
When: Thursday, August 18 from 6pm to 8pm
Where: Berry Lane Park
The Berry Lane Park Concert Series will celebrate its final free concert of the season with performance by Ricardo Jerome & The Fusion Band (Caribbean steel drum).
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What: Show for Ukraine at Pet Shop
When: Thursday, August 18 from 7pm
Where: 193 Newark Avenue
Pet Shop JC is hosting a benefit show for Ukraine Mutual Aid. A $10 donation gets you a free vodka shot. Also, you’ll get to participate in raffles from Tia Planta, Bread & Salt, Griot Cafe, Baddie Tattoos, and more.
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What: Gumbo, Grits, and Gravy at Fox & Crow
When: Thursday, August 18 from 7pm to 9:30pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Gumbo, Grits, and Gravy is bringing its Southern soulfulness to Fox & Crow tonight. Admission is $30/pp.
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What: Movies in the Park at Village Park
When: Thursday, August 18 at sunset
Where: Village Park at 384 First Street
Movies in the Park Jersey City returns tonight with a free screening of Disney’s Encanto. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm).
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Friday Events
What: Riverview Summer Music Series
When: Friday, August 19 from 7:30pm
Where: Riverview Fisk Park (Gazebo)
The Riverview Summer Music Series returns today with a free performance by Ogden Soul Stew. The free show will be held at the Gazebo at Riverview Fisk Park.
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What: Movies in the Park at Sgt. Anthony Park
When: Friday, August 19 at sunset
Where: Sgt. Anthony Park at 90 Palisade
If you missed Thursday’s screening, Movies in the Park Jersey City returns tonight with a free screening of Disney’s Encanto. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm).
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What: Movies on the Pier by Exchange Place Alliance
When: Friday, August 19 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 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. The movie starts at sunset (around 7:30pm). Food and drink will be available for purchase.
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What: Corgi Comedy Club
When: Friday, August 19 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 1 Distillery Drive
Head to Corgi Spirits for a night of comedy and cocktails. Jersey City comedians Ryan Rummel and Alex Grubard will showcase stand-up comedians from all over the tri-state area. Admission is $20 per person.
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Saturday Events
What: Smorgasburg Jersey City
When: Saturday, August 20 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: The Cottage Weekend Jazz
When: Saturdays & Sundays from 12pm to 3pm
Where: 136 Monticello Avenue
The Cottage Jersey City is once again hosting live jazz from its garden. Saturday’s performer will be by John Nuñez and Sunday’s guest is Sofia Oro. As a reminder, The Cottage is BYOB.
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What: Puerto Rican Parade & Festival
When: Saturday & Sunday from 12pm to 9pm
Where: Columbus Drive (btwn Marin & Warren)
From Puerto Rican eats to Puerto Rican music, Jersey City will get a touch of the Caribbean this weekend during the city’s Annual Puerto Rican Parade & Festival. The 2-day festival will take place on Columbus Drive from Marin to Warren. It’ll include food, music, food trucks, and more. On Sunday, there will be a parade (12pm) that will start at Lincoln Park.
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What: Corgi Live Music & Vendor Market
When: Saturday, August 20 from 2pm to 8pm
Where: 1 Distillery Drive
Corgi Spirits is hosting an artist and maker market this afternoon. Shop locally handmade items, vintage apparel, food, drinks, and more.
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What: Art @ Night at Surf City (JC Pride Edition)
When: Saturday August 20 from 6pm to 12am
Where: 1 Marin Boulevard
Celebrate Pride month at Surf City. For it’s final Art @ Night of the season, the outdoor bar has teamed up with JC Pride for a night of drag performances, live DJs, live artist paintings, and more. Admission is $10/pp and includes a free drink.
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What: Water Street at Fox & Crow
When: Saturday, August 20 from 8pm to 10pm
Where: 594 Palisade Avenue
Water Street is a pop/Americana group from Blairstown, NJ. They have played at venues such as The Bitter End, The Stone Pony, and MusikFest.
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Sunday Events
What: 5th Annual Fringe Fest at Corgi
When: Sunday, August 21 from 4pm to 7pm
Where: 1 Distillery Drive
Head back to Corgi Spirits for the 5th Annual Fringe Fest with live music and performances from 4pm till 7pm. Admission is $10/pp.
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What: Movie Night at Dullboy
When: Sunday, August 21
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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