Alright, Jersey crew, buckle up because this week is absolutely packed with good times, great drinks, and a whole lot of fun! We’re kicking off the weekend vibes early, starting today on Thursday, May 21st, and rolling right into a fantastic Friday and Saturday. Get ready to shake off the work week and dive into everything our amazing state has to offer, from live tunes to unique workshops and plenty of opportunities to grab a delicious drink.
Let’s dive into what’s happening around the Garden State:
Thursday, May 21st – The Weekend Starts NOW!
You don’t have to wait for Friday to get the party started! Screamin Hill Brewery is hosting their Riptide-Cawes Mountain Bike Race, perfect for those who like a little action before their brew. If live music is your jam, you’ve got options: catch some tunes at Somers Point Brewing Company, check out the lineup of Fat Bangs, Break Luck, Bury Mia, and Take It or Leave It at Wild Air Beerworks, or head to Asbury Park Brewery for either ALMOST AVERAGE or Taps N Tunes with Rob Benedetto. Flounder Brewing is also hosting an OPEN MIC NIGHT, and Bull N Bear Brewery has Open Roads. Even Claremont Distillery is getting in on the action with live music on May 21st!
- If you’re looking to learn something new, Saddlehill Winery has Country Line Dancing, and Bellview Winery is holding a May Paint and Sip.
- For the brainiacs, there’s Trivia Night at Train Wreck Distillery, Trivia Revolution at Czig Meister Brewing, and another Trivia night at Double Tap Brewing.
- Brewery Thirty-Three is hosting their Book Club, and Living Spirits Distillery and Cocktail Bar (get ready for them to open!) is featuring Acoustic Name That Tune.
- Plus, don’t miss the Music Industry Happy Hour at Asbury Park Brewery.
Friday, May 22nd – Hello, Weekend!
Friday is here, and so are the good times! Kick off your evening with Friday Spring Happy Hour(s) at Bellview Winery. For live music lovers, Hopewell Valley Vineyards has HIT & RUN, Blue Cork Winery and Vineyard features Andy Dimacale, Bakes Brewing Co will host Dan Haase, and Alba Vineyard & Winery welcomes Vintage Vibe Tribe. You can also catch Pageant, The Foes Of Fern, The Havocs, and Kiersten Blue at Wild Air Beerworks. Man Skirt Brewing presents Jeiris Cook, Flounder Brewing has Jake Romano, and Asbury Park Brewery features MANIMEKHALA. For something a little different, Bull N Bear Brewery has Whiskey & Sugar.
- Get active with Country Line Dancing with “Aunt Lynn” at Salem Oak Vineyards & Winery, or find your zen with Ladies Night: Mommy & Me Yoga at Beneduce Vineyards.
- For unique food, Double Tap Brewing has Kielbasa N More.
- Test your knowledge with Name That Tune at Anglesea Aleworks or Trivia at Blue Rascal Distillery.
- Feeling like a star? Head to Summit City Farms & Winery for Karaoke.
- Living Spirits Distillery and Cocktail Bar will be spinning tunes with DJ Sean Henry Tonight!
- And for something creative, check out the Peony & Early Spring Florals Workshop Class at Czig Meister Brewing, or just enjoy some Chillin’ at the Villa at Villa Milagro Vineyards.
Saturday, May 23rd – Weekend Perfection!
Saturday is all about relaxing and enjoying the best of NJ! Get your grub on with a Memorial Day Weekend Picnic at Bellview Winery, or a Backyard BBQ at Czig Meister Brewing. You can also grab some delicious bites from the Empanada Guy Food Truck at Bakes Brewing Co, or enjoy Savory Irish Tidbits while you sample wine at Villa Milagro Vineyards.
- The live music scene is buzzing: Lorenzo Branca and the Lorenzo Branca Trio will be at Alba Vineyard & Winery, Hopewell Valley Vineyards welcomes ON THE FLY, and Sean Gough will be performing at Villa Milagro Vineyards.
- Catch SOMEWHAT RELATIVE at Asbury Park Brewery, Live Music by Dave Read at Little Ridge Vineyards, or the Tommy Gannon Trio at Screamin Hill Brewery.
- For a dose of history and culture, check out the Colts Neck Colonial History Discussion with Rick Geffken at 4JG Orchards & Vineyards.
- And if you’re feeling creative, Bizzy Paints presents Paint n’ Sip! at Asbury Park Brewery.
That’s just a taste of what’s brewing in New Jersey this week! Whether you’re looking for live tunes, a chance to get creative, or just a great spot to kick back with a drink, NJ has you covered. Make sure to check out NJDrinks.com for more details on these events and to discover even more happening across the state. And hey, if you hit up any of these spots, don’t forget to leave a review and let everyone know what you thought!
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