From a whiskey festival at Harborside to downtown’s best Super Bowl parties, here’s our list of the best events, places to eat, and things to do in Jersey City this weekend.
What: Whiskey & Spirits Festival
When: Friday, February 1 from 7:30pm to 10:30pm
Where: Harborside Atrium
Chase the cold weather away with a few shots of whiskey. The Jersey City Whiskey & Spirits Festival returns tonight with over 100 styles of whiskey and spirits. Use coupon “JCUPFRONT” to save $20 and drop admission from $65/pp to $45/pp.
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What: Hudson Restaurant Week
When: Saturday & Sunday
Hudson Restaurant Week continues through the weekend at most Jersey City restaurants. The weekend list includes Amelia’s Bistro, Barge Inn, Bistro La Source, Edward’s Steak House, Fire & Oak, GP’s, Hamilton Inn, Hamilton Pork, Hard Grove, Hudson & Co., Hudson Hall, Kitchen Step (Sunday only), Laico’s, Latham House (Saturday only), Liberty Prime Steakhouse, Light Horse Tavern, Pasta e Vino, Piggyback Bar (Saturday only), Porta, Rumba Cubana, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Satis, South House (Sunday only), and VB3 (Saturday only).
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What: Free Brew Class at Modcup
When: Saturday, February 2
Where: 25 Senate Place
Wake up to a cup of freshly brewed coffee. Modcup is hosting a free brewing class Saturday morning. The class will teach you how to brew the perfect cup regardless of whether you’re using an Areopress or doing pour overs.
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Super Bowl Parties
What: Subculture Super Bowl Party
When: Sunday, February 3 from 6pm
Where: 260 Newark Avenue
Catch the Super Bowl on Subculture’s 120″ projector screen. To celebrate the big game, Subculture will have a special Super Bowl menu as well as the option to enjoy a buffet dinner ($20/pp). Even better, Subculture is BYOB.
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What: Super Bowl at Harborside
When: Sunday, February 3 from 6pm to 11pm
Where: Harborside Atrium
Whether you’re rooting for the Patriots or the Rams — or just in it for the commercials — Harborside is throwing a Super Bowl party and everyone’s invited. View the game on two 15-foot screens while enjoying a complimentary buffet of treats during half time. Plus, there will be drink specials throughout the game. Admission is $35/pp.
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What: Bacon Fest Super Bowl Edition at Zeppelin Hall
When: Sunday, February 3 from 4pm to 11pm
Where: 88 Liberty View Drive
Zeppelin Hall’s annual Bacon Festival has been extended just in time for the Super Bowl. Enjoy bacon-themed entrees like Bacon Mac & Cheese (pictured), Bacon Quesadilla, Bacon Lollipops, Bacon Cheesesteak, and more as you watch the game.
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What: Super Bowl Sunday at Frankie
When: Sunday, February 3
Where: 264 Grove Street
In addition to a bottomless brunch ($20 mimosas and Bloody Marys), Frankie will broadcast the game and offer happy hour specials all night Sunday.
