Alright, Jersey! The sun is shining, the days are long, and the Garden State is bursting with awesome ways to kick off your weekend. We’ve got a killer lineup of live music, brain-busting trivia, and delicious eats just waiting for you this Thursday and Friday!
Whether you’re looking to unwind with some tunes, challenge your smarts, or just grab a great drink with friends, New Jersey’s got your back. Let’s dive into what’s happening!
Thursday, June 11th: Let’s Get This Party Started!
Kicking off the week, today is packed with options to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather and even better vibes.
- Live Music & Open Mic:
- Catch Jersey Gina at Blue Cork Winery and Vineyard, or groove with Erik Wozniak at William Heritage Winery (and their Haddonfield Tasting Room).
- Sharrott Winery hosts Mike Chet Beck for their Thursday Live Music Series.
- Somers Point Brewing Company has not one, but two Live Music Nights planned!
- Wild Air Beerworks features a packed bill with Joey CXP, Mxtchxll, Keep Your Distance, and Nothing Left To Lose.
- Get your Irish on with an Irish Seisiún (Session) at Flounder Brewing.
- If you’re feeling brave, grab the mic at Dr. Brewlittle’s Beer Co. for their Open Mic: Thursday Night Poole Party.
- Trivia & Games:
- Test your knowledge at Thursday Trivia Night at Cedar Rose Vineyards, or try Free Trivia at Needle Creek Brewery.
- Bakes Brewing Co. has TRIVIA: Food & Drink, while Train Wreck Distillery also hosts a Trivia Night.
- You can find Trivia Revolution at both Czig Meister Brewing and Fort Nonsense Brewing Company.
- Get competitive with Bingo Night at Newark Local Beer, or try Music Bingo at Double Tap Brewing and Living Spirits Distillery and Cocktail Bar.
- Somers Point Brewing Company is also hosting a DJ Trivia Night.
- For something different, Pallet Brewing invites you to Dungeons & Drafts.
- Other Fun:
- Cheer on your favorite team as Bolero Snort Brewery and Tasting Room shows Mexico v. South Africa.
- Blue Cork Winery and Vineyard has a special Girls’ Night Out & Hands Down BBQ.
- Stretch it out with Pilates by the Alpacas at Saddlehill Winery.
- Summit City Farms & Winery is hosting Wine, Boots and Besties (and also has a Private Ticketed Event, so check for tickets!).
Friday, June 12th: Weekend, Here We Come!
The weekend officially kicks off, and New Jersey is ready to party with an awesome mix of live music, tasty food, and unique events.
- Live Music & DJs:
- Cedar Rose Vineyards welcomes RG Evans, while Willow Creek Winery & Farm hosts David Falcone.
- Cape May Winery & Vineyard has RPG Project performing, and Terra Nonno Winery features Essence of 2 & Kiara Voss.
- Sharrott Winery’s Friday Live Music Series presents Jimmy Dunn.
- You can find Shelby McHugh at Needle Creek Brewery, and Walt Bibinger at Alba Vineyard & Winery.
- Hopewell Valley Vineyards will have tunes spun by DJ Darius the 1st.
- Catch Cory Pensa at Man Skirt Brewing, and FULLSTEPBACK at Brewery Thirty-Three.
- Trivia & Games:
- Get ready for some laughs and brain teasers with Pride Drag Quizzo at Bellview Winery.
- Anglesea Aleworks is putting your music knowledge to the test with Name That Tune.
- Tall Oaks Farm + Brewery hosts a Trivia Night.
- Food, Drink & More:
- Bolero Snort Brewery and Tasting Room will be showing Canada v. Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- High Point Brewing Company has their special FIRKIN FRIDAY + LITTLE FOOD CAFE.
- Grab some delicious eats from Il Forno a Legna at Readington Brewery, or The Coastal Cart food truck at Tall Oaks Farm + Brewery.
- Double Tap Brewing is bringing in Cousins Maine Lobster – perfect for a Friday feast!
- Unwind with Wine Down Happy Hour at Cape May Winery & Vineyard.
- Take a VINEYARD TOUR at Hopewell Valley Vineyards.
- Check out the BATTLE OF THE BANDS at Beneduce Vineyards – it’s going to be epic!
- Get creative at Claremont Distillery with a Terrarium Workshop with Roots and Rivers.
There you have it, Jersey! An exciting couple of days ahead. Head over to NJDrinks.com for even more details, and while you’re out, don’t forget to leave a review for your favorite spots!

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