This Weekend
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This holiday weekend, there are plenty of ways to celebrate right here in Jersey City. On the 4th of July, there will be a big celebration at Exchange Place featuring Flo Rida, Diesel (aka Shaquille O’Neal), and Funk Flex, and 902 Brewing Co. will be hosting a special all-day tasting event. The Icons Series USA golf tournament will be taking place in Jersey City this weekend, too, and there’s also live comedy, an outdoor film screening, and more.
New Jersey’s July 4th Celebration
Celebrate the 4th of July and watch the fireworks at Jersey City’s big holiday bash at Exchange Place, featuring Flo Rida, Diesel (aka Shaquille O’Neal), and Funk Flex.
- https://freedomandfireworks.com/entertainment/
- Monday, July 4
- 12 to 10 p.m.
- Location: Exchange Place
- 4th of July, Community event
4th of July Fireworks Tasting at 902 Brewing Co.
902 Brewing Co. is hosting an all-day 4th of July celebration, with two-hour tastings and a rooftop view of the fireworks.
- https://fb.me/e/4h4MUgYwv
- Monday, July 4
- 12 to 10:30 p.m.
- Location: 902 Brewing Co., 101 Pacific Ave.
- Cost: $45
- 4th of July, Drinks
Jazz Ensemble of the 63rd Army Band
This Friday, the New Jersey Army National Guard presents “A Patriotic Concert” performance from the Jazz Ensemble of the 63rd Army Band.
- https://www.exchangeplacealliance.com/events/jazz-ensemble-of-the-63rd-army-band
- Friday, July 1
- 5 to 5:45 p.m.
- Location: J. Owen Grundy Park, Hudson Street
- Cost: Free
- 4th of July, Music, Community event
4th of July Children’s Craft
This Friday, the Earl A. Morgan Branch of the Jersey City Free Public Library will be giving out grab-and-go crafts in celebration of the 4th of July (while supplies last).
- https://jepl-cep.bc.sirsidynix.net/event/4th-of-july-childrens-craft/
- Friday, July 1
- 3:30 to 5 p.m.
- Location: Jersey City Free Public Library Earl A. Morgan Branch, 1841 Kennedy Blvd.
- Cost: Free
- 4th of July, DIY, Family friendly
Summer Learning Program Fun Friday in the Park
Join the Jersey City Free Public Library for their Summer Learning Program Fun Friday event at Ercel Webb Park.
- https://jepl-cep.bc.sirsidynix.net/event/summer-learning-program-fun-friday-in-the-park-2/
- Friday, July 1
- 3 to 4 p.m.
- Location: Ercel Webb Park, 264 Van Horne St.
- Cost: Free
- Education, Family friendly
- Ongoing event: next Fun Friday in the Park will be Friday, July 15
SLP Happy Hour in Chill Town with Ebony
This Friday afternoon, the Jersey City Free Public Library’s Ms. Ebony will be hosting a virtual happy hour event as part of its Summer Learning Program. This event will feature drink recipes inspired by the SLP theme of “Oceans of Possibilities.”
- https://jepl-cep.bc.sirsidynix.net/event/slp-happy-hour-in-chill-town-with-ebony-2/
- Friday, July 1
- 4 to 4:30 p.m.
- Location: Virtual YouTube event
- Cost: Free
- Education, Drinks
Movies on the Pier: “Minions”
This Friday, the Exchange Place Alliance will be showing “Minions” as part of its Movies on the Pier series. There will be refreshments available for purchase, and attendees should bring their own seating.
- https://www.exchangeplacealliance.com/events/movies-on-the-pier-minions
- Friday, July 1 (weather permitting)
- 8 to 10 p.m.
- Location: J. Owen Grundy Park, Hudson Street
- Cost: Free
- Film
- Ongoing event: movie series continues on Fridays through August
Live Music w/ Mike Buscio at 902 Brewing Co.
This Saturday night, 902 Brewing Co. will have live music with Mike Buscio.
- https://fb.me/e/2iczNq1FT
- Saturday, July 2
- 7 p.m.
- Location: 902 Brewing Co., 101 Pacific Ave.
- Music, Drinks
Riverview Farmers Market
Head to the Riverview Farmers Market this Sunday to visit vendors like Stony Hill Farms, RH Farms, The Cake Pound, and more.
- http://www.riverviewfarmersmarket.org/
- Sunday, July 3
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Location: Riverview Fisk Park, 498 Palisade Ave.
- Market, Community event
- Ongoing event: every Sunday until Thanksgiving
Yoga in the Park with Meraki Yoga & Wellness
This month, Meraki Yoga & Wellness will be hosting free yoga classes on Sundays at Riverview Fisk Park, alongside the Riverview Farmers Market. Attendees should bring their own mats, props, and water.
- https://www.merakiyogini.com/yoga-in-the-park
- Sunday, July 3 (weather permitting)
- 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
- Location: Riverview Fisk Park, 498 Palisade Ave.
- Cost: Free or donation
- Health & Wellness
- Ongoing event: Sundays in July and September
The Laugh Tour Comedy Show at Dorrian’s JC
Check out Dorrian’s Red Hand this Saturday night for live stand-up. Attendees must show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination.
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-laugh-tour-comedy-show-dorrians-jc-newport-proof-of-vax-req-tickets-195561528797
- Saturday, July 2
- 6:30 to 8 p.m., and 8:30 to 10 p.m.
- Location: Dorrian’s Red Hand, 555 Washington Blvd.
- Cost: $15 in advance; $20 day of show; minimum purchase of two items per person
- Comedy
- Ongoing event: next shows are Saturday, July 9
Comedy at the Concourse
JSQ Lounge is the home of this free weekly comedy showcase and open mic.
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-at-the-concourse-tickets-238772022547
- Saturday, July 2
- 7 p.m.
- Location: JSQ Lounge, 50 Journal Square Plaza
- Cost: Free or donation
- Comedy
- Ongoing event: every week at JSQ Lounge
Artist & Maker Market
Every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday this summer, the Historic Downtown Artist & Maker Market is open at the Grove Street PATH Plaza. Check out this “open-air bazaar featuring locally created fine art and premium hand-crafted goods.”
- https://jcdowntown.org/event/artist-maker-market/?fbclid=IwAR10B5mfHNVbbnvnI4jPh1KEkVFs6LHycLPsFqgIBOENNxOiSKYhFGsANlg
- Friday, July 1; Saturday, July 2
- 3 to 9 p.m. on Friday; 12 to 6 p.m. on Saturday
- Location: Grove Street PATH Plaza
- Market, Community event
- Ongoing event: Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays until September
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