What’s Happening in New Jersey This Week – July 2 to July 8

2 Jul 20263 min readNo commentsUncategorized
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Alright, Jersey crew, get ready for a fantastic stretch ahead! We’re kicking off July with a bang, especially as we roll into the long holiday weekend. From live tunes to lively trivia, and some special sips, there’s a whole lot going on to get you out and about before the fireworks light up the sky.

Let’s dive into what’s happening:

Starting Today: Thursday, July 2nd

If you’re looking to get a jump on the weekend vibes, Thursday is packed with options:

  • Live Music & Good Times:
    • Catch Hypno Nun rocking out at Screamin Hill Brewery.
    • Head to William Heritage Winery (or their Haddonfield Tasting Room) for Vino & Vibes with Greg Jones.
    • Somers Point Brewing Company and Claremont Distillery both have a Live Music Night lined up.
    • Sharrott Winery hosts their Thursday Live Music Series featuring the Big House Duo.
    • Fort Nonsense Brewing Company has Nonsense: The Gathering for some unique fun.
    • Asbury Park Brewery brings you Sgraffito Kill, and Bull N Bear Brewery features Shoheen Owhady.
    • Flounder Brewing is hosting an OPEN MIC NIGHT if you’re feeling brave!
  • Test Your Smarts:
    • There’s Trivia Night at Train Wreck Distillery.
    • Get your game face on for DJ Trivia Night at Somers Point Brewing Company.
    • Czig Meister Brewing is ready for Trivia Revolution.
    • Autodidact Beer challenges your knowledge with their TRIVIA NIGHT.
    • And if you’re into music bingo, Living Spirits Distillery and Cocktail Bar (which just opened up!) has Revolution Radio: Music Bingo.
  • Other Cool Stuff:
    • Claremont Distillery is running a Red, White & Bourbon Promotion.
    • Check out Crickets & Cicadas at both Tonewood Brewing locations (Barrington and Oaklyn).

Friday, July 3rd – Let the Long Weekend Begin!

The party really ramps up on Friday with tons of ways to celebrate the unofficial start of the holiday weekend:

  • Food & Drink Specials:
    • Bellview Winery is throwing a Fiesta Friday.
    • Czig Meister Brewing invites you to a Backyard BBQ.
    • Alba Vineyard & Winery has a Wine Release Weekend for their Old Mill Red, plus Local Fridays.
    • Jessie Creek Winery is hosting their ANNUAL PIG ROAST and LIVE MUSIC!
    • Slack Tide Brewing has a pop-up from Duckies Water Ice, and Tall Oaks Farm + Brewery features the What The Fork food truck.
    • Readington Brewery is bringing in the Forno on Wheels Food Truck.
    • Beneduce Vineyards has a Locals Night (they’re doing two of them!) and even a Bird Days! Bird Watching Vineyard Tour.
    • High Point Brewing Company is doing a FIRKIN FRIDAY + RUDE DAWGZ event.
  • Live Music Galore:
    • Tall Oaks Farm + Brewery has “Jams With James” – Originals and Jam Session.
    • Willow Creek Winery & Farm hosts David Falcone.
    • Slack Tide Brewing features music from Quinn Hughes & Tom Longo.
    • Cricket Hill Brewing Co. brings you MIGHTY REMAINS.
    • Fort Nonsense Brewing Company has Steve Thompson playing live.
    • Sharrott Winery’s Friday Live Music Series presents Leanne Tursi.
    • Alba Vineyard & Winery will have Tony Forliano.
    • Flounder Brewing is featuring Seth Adam.
    • The Druery Brewery has Acoustic Bender Sessions with John Brennan (twice!).
    • Summit City Farms & Winery offers Wine and Live Music with Acoustic Soul.
    • Asbury Park Brewery features Newborn Kings.
    • Living Spirits Distillery and Cocktail Bar will have VJ the DJ spinning tunes.
  • Unique Events:
    • Bolero Snort Brewery and Tasting Room is hosting a Round of 32 | Watch It Here! event.
    • The Tide @ Slack Tide Brewing invites you to Line Dancing!
    • Sharrott Winery is celebrating the whole July 4th Weekend.

Saturday, July 4th – Happy Independence Day!

While some places are taking a well-deserved break to celebrate with family and friends, you can still catch some action:

  • Watch Party:
    • Bolero Snort Brewery and Tasting Room is hosting a Round of 16 | Watch It Here!
  • Holiday Closures:
    • Summit City Farms & Winery is CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY.
    • William Heritage Winery is also Closed for Fourth of July.

What a week we’ve got shaping up! Remember to always check with the venue directly for any last-minute changes before you head out. And while you’re enjoying all the awesome spots Jersey has to offer, why not snap a pic and leave a review on NJDrinks.com? We love hearing about your adventures!

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