Don’t let a few clouds keep you inside. Check out the first ever Smoragsburg market in Jersey City or head to the grand re-opening of South House. All that and more happening this holiday weekend in Jersey City.
Friday Events
What: South House reopens
Where: 149 Newark Avenue
South House appears to be making a comeback this weekend. The restaurant has been teasing a weekend reopening on its Instagram page and South House was actually open (and full) on Thursday night. Keep checking their IG for an official announcement.
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What: Drive-In Movie Night (Lion King)
When: Friday, May 28 at 7:15pm
Where: 107 Morgan Street (parking lot adjacent to CoolVines Powerhouse)
The Exchange Place Alliance, JC Families, and Ward E councilman James Solomon are teaming up for another drive-in movie night. Friday’s film will be Disney’s The Lion King (2019). Admission is $20 per car and reservations are required. Gates will close at 8pm and no entry will be allowed after that time.
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What: Madame Claude Bis Theater Dinner
When: Friday & Saturday
Where: 390 Fourth Street
French bistro Madame Claude Bis is hosting its last dinner at White Eagle Hall. Dinners and live music were held here throughout the pandemic to ensure better social distancing, but with COVID-19 restrictions mostly coming to an end on Friday, this will be their last event at White Eagle Hall (since the restaurant will reopen soon). Reservations are strongly recommended.
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What: Battello: Live in the Lounge
When: Friday, May 28 at 7pm
Where: 502 Washington Boulevard
Live in the Lounge is a 90-minute dinner accompanied by an intimate performance by a local musician. The 3-course dinner is limited to 40 people and will take place inside Battello’s spacious lounge. This Friday, Battello will feature the music of Nahscha.
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Saturday Events
What: Smorgasburg Jersey City
When: Saturday, May 29 from 11am to 6pm
Where: 195 Hudson
Brooklyn-based food market Smorgasburg is making its New Jersey debut this Saturday. The outdoor market will offer eats from numerous vendors including Big Mozz, Bisska, C Bao, Carlitos Barbecue Taqueria, D’Abruzzo, and Duck Season. The market will operate every Saturday through October. Admission is free and there will be various outdoor dining options throughout Harborside.
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What: The Cottage Weekend Jazz Trio
When: Saturdays & Sundays from 2:30pm to 6pm
Where: 136 Monticello Avenue
The Cottage Jersey City is hosting live musical performances every weekend. (Note, they recently tweaked the time so the music starts and finishes later in the day). The socially distanced event is held in The Cottage’s outdoor patio. As a reminder, The Cottage is BYOB (and they offer killer pastries and brunch sandwiches).
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Sunday Events
What: Movie Night at Dullboy
When: Sunday, May 30 at 8pm
Where: 364 Grove Street
Every Sunday night, Dullboy will be screening a movie in its heated patio. The first showing is at 6pm followed by a second showing at 8pm. Make sure to give them a follow on Instagram to find out what movie they’ll show.
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