Alright, Jersey crew, buckle up because this week, August 20th through the 26th, is absolutely packed with good times across the Garden State! We’re talking everything from winery fiestas and rollicking comedy nights on Friday to a full slate of live tunes and unique shindigs all day Saturday. And don’t even get me started on Sunday – there’s even a cool tabletop game gathering to keep the good vibes rolling. Let’s dive into what’s cookin’!
Kicking off the week on Thursday, August 20th, you’ve got a bunch of options to shake off those weekday blues. Head over to Unionville Vineyards for their Oyster Fest 2026 – nothing beats fresh oysters and good wine! If you’re down for some tunes, Somers Point Brewing Company is hosting a Live Music Night, or if you’ve got some pipes, check out OPEN MIC: Thursday Night Poole Party at Dr. Brewlittle’s Beer Co. And for all you brainiacs out there, get your trivia fix at:
- DJ Trivia Night at Somers Point Brewing Company
- Trivia Night at Train Wreck Distillery
- Trivia Revolution at Czig Meister Brewing
Now, let’s talk about getting that weekend started right on Friday, August 21st!
- It’s a Fiesta Friday at Bellview Winery, so get ready to celebrate.
- For music lovers, Ghost Hawk Brewing Company has GHBC Presents: Vinyl Night featuring DJ April! for some old-school cool, and Summit City Farms & Winery brings you Wine and Live Music with Gina and Steve.
- Need a laugh? Catch Next Stop Comedy Night in The Barrel Room at Fort Nonsense Brewing Company.
Sounds like a perfect Friday to me!
Saturday is always a big deal, and August 22nd is no different with a ton of live music and unique happenings!
- Catch Live Music – B.D. Lenz at Alba Vineyard & Winery, or enjoy Live Music: Ben Selkow over at Screamin Hill Brewery.
- The Wandering Artist Series brings Daniel Gottlieb, Sean Ryan, Dennis King, Jake the Wanderer, + TBD to Autodidact Beer.
- Over at Little Ridge Vineyards, you can chill at a Sunset Concert with Eric Lear.
- Claremont Distillery is hosting a Live Music Night, and Bull N Bear Brewery has Lorraine performing.
- You’ve got Free Whenever playing at both Tonewood Brewing – Barrington and Tonewood Brewing – Oaklyn, so pick your spot!
- For something a bit different, Bolero Snort Brewery and Tasting Room is hosting a GARDEN STATE ROLLER DERBY | CAR WASH – how cool is that?
- Bellview Winery keeps the good times rolling with their Saturday Soiree August 22nd.
- Get your boots on for a Country Line Dancing Party at Sunken Silo Brew Works.
- And if you’re into some rockin’ tunes, Wild Air Beerworks will have Burntmill Ghosts, The Stivs, Fashion Crime hitting the stage.
- Keep an eye out for whatever’s brewing at Blue Rascal Distillery as they have something To Be Announced for Saturday!
Ease into your Sunday on August 23rd with some chill vibes. Flounder Brewing is hosting Tales & Tabletops, which sounds like a perfect way to wind down (or gear up for some friendly competition!).
Starting the new work week on Monday, August 24th doesn’t mean the fun stops!
- Three 3’s Brewing Company is celebrating their Third Anniversary Party Take 2, so you know that’s gonna be a good time.
- Dr. Brewlittle’s Beer Co. has Hops & Stocks for a unique combo.
- And if you just can’t get enough, Somers Point Brewing Company is back with another Live Music Night and a DJ Trivia Night to challenge your brain cells.
Make Tuesday, August 25th your favorite day of the week! Woodbridge Brewing Co. is serving up ALL DAY $9.99 BURGER TUESDAYS PLUS KARAOKE HOSTED BY JUKEBOX JAKE. Burgers AND belting out your favorite tunes? Yes, please!
And as we roll into Wednesday, August 26th, there’s still plenty happening!
- Test your knowledge at Trivia Night by Quizzoholics at Ship Bottom Brewery (Beach Haven).
- If you’re looking for a more relaxed evening, join the Book Club at Sunken Silo Brew Works.
- And for some mid-week tunes, Claremont Distillery has Live Music happening.
- You can also get one more shot at trivia with DJ Trivia Night at Somers Point Brewing Company.
Phew, what a week! No matter what you’re into, New Jersey’s got you covered. Remember, this is just a taste – there’s always more brewing across the state. Head over to NJDrinks.com to find even more local spots, check out full event details, and hey, while you’re there, why not leave a review for your favorite local joint? Let’s show some love for our awesome NJ scene!
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