Don’t let the cloudy weather keep you indoors. There are plenty of events taking place all over town, and a few personal favorites we recommend across the Hudson. Find out our top picks below.
What: Whealth Dinner with Musicians
When: Friday, May 18 from 7pm to 10pm
Where: 615 Pavonia Avenue at Journal Squared
Start your weekend at Whealth Cafe where you’ll be treated to a delicious dinner followed by a musical performance by Whealth founder, David Trotta, who will be accompanied by a small group of friends. The BYOB, 3-course dinner is $45/pp.
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What: Read, Write, Run 5K & 10K
When: Saturday, May 19 from 7:30am
Where: Liberty State Park
Stay fit and support Jersey City’s local kids with the TECCS’ Read, Write, & Run 5K and 10K races. The USATF-certified courses take you on a flat, fast run through Liberty State Park. (A kids race starts at 10.30am). Registration is $30 for the 5K (8:25am start time) and $35 for the 10K (8:50am start time). There will also be a run for kids ($5 entry fee). Proceeds of the event go to The Ethical Community Charter School.
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What: Marketplace JC
When: Saturday, May 19 from 12pm to 5pm
Where: 136 Magnolia Avenue
Marketplace JC and Riverview Jazz have teamed up to create one of the coolest outdoor markets in Jersey City. Shop local art, decor, vintage, food, and more while listening to music from The Conundrums and San Simon.
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What: Royal Wedding Party at Corgi Spirits
When: Saturday, May 19 from 2pm to 6pm
Where: 1 Distillery Drive
Didn’t get an invite to the Royal Wedding? No sweat because Corgi Spirits will have a Royal Wedding celebration at their tasting room as they televise the big event on their new projector. Plus, there will be a prize for best dressed attendee.
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In New York
What: Taste of Tribeca
When: Saturday, May 19 11:30am to 3pm
Where: Greenwich Street & Duane
There are street fairs and then there’s Taste of Tribeca — a foodie’s dream come true. This food festival highlights the restaurants of Tribeca. Tickets start at $45/pp (or $55 if purchased on-site) and that gets you six “tastes” from whichever six restaurants you desire. You also get a drink and two samples from the Beer Tour. Some of our favorite participating restaurants include Bubby’s, The Odeon, City Vineyard, Añejo, Takahachi, Billy’s Bakery, Jungsik, and more. Funds raised will benefit PS 150 and PS 234 in Tribeca.
What: 9th Avenue International Food Festival
When: Saturday, May 19 & Sunday, May 20 from 10am to 6pm
Where: 9th Avenue from 42nd Street to 57th Street
The 9th Avenue Food Festival is one of New York’s oldest and largest food festivals showcasing the many flavors and foods of Hell’s Kitchen. Foodies will find all types of street food including Thai, Italian, Japanese, Argentinean, Korean, Mexican, Greek, and everything in between. (As a Hell’s Kitchen native — I can vouch for the baklava from Poseidon Bakery — it’s the best I’ve ever had and they’ve been in Hell’s Kitchen since 1923!)
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(Photos: Corgi Spirits / Taste of Tribeca)
