Alright, Jersey crew, we’re kicking off another fantastic long weekend, and the Garden State is absolutely buzzing! With the sunshine (hopefully) here to stay, it’s the perfect excuse to get out and explore all the cool happenings from breweries to vineyards, especially as we head into Friday and Saturday. Get ready to shake off the week and dive into some awesome local fun!
Since it’s Thursday, May 28th, let’s look at what’s going down tonight:
- If you’re in South Jersey, Cape May Brewing Co. (Rio Grande) has their weekly Thursday Night Trivia, plus the Hit The Road Jack food truck and a Tap Takeover at Blue and Gray.
- More trivia action can be found at Rebel Sheep Wine Co., Needle Creek Brewery (it’s Free Trivia Night!), Train Wreck Distillery, Brewery Thirty-Three (Music Bingo!), Czig Meister Brewing, Claremont Distillery, Autodidact Beer, Pallet Brewing, and Fort Nonsense Brewing Company.
- For some laughs, head to Magnify Brewing Company – Medford for a Comedy Show.
- Live music vibes are strong with an Irish Seisiún (Session) at Flounder Brewing, and catch some tunes at Somers Point Brewing Company.
- Asbury Park Brewery is hosting SUMMERWEEN WITH REDHEAD REDEMPTION / SUPER JACK / ASHY FINN / HORRENDOUS DOWNPLAY for a wild night.
- Ludlam Island Brewery has Music Bingo w/ DJ Bingo.
- If you’re feeling active, there’s the Riptide-Cawes Mountain Bike Race at Screamin Hill Brewery, or a Thursday Night Poole Party at Dr. Brewlittle’s Beer Co.
- For some sips and snacks, check out Bread & Soup Night at Needle Creek Brewery, a Wine Pairing Dinner at Flavia Cucina with Bellview Winery, or treat yourself to Mom’s Night Off at Summit City Farms & Winery (just note they also have a private ticketed event tonight).
Heading into Friday, May 29th, the good times just keep rolling:
- Start your weekend right with Friday Spring Happy Hour(s) at Bellview Winery.
- Cape May Brewing Co. (Rio Grande) brings back the Hit The Road Jack food truck and hosts a Pint Night: Ocean City Exchange Club.
- Get your firkin fix at High Point Brewing Company with their FIRKIN FRIDAY + STOP DROP & EGGROLL.
- For live music lovers, you’ve got a ton of options: Final Friday ft. Honey Island Swamp Band at Tonewood Brewing – Oaklyn, Johnny’s Cousin Steve at Ludlam Island Brewery, Harraaay at Blue Cork Winery and Vineyard, the Jersey Surecats at Hopewell Valley Vineyards, Adam Reiss at Salem Oak Vineyards & Winery, Funk Rock with Sheik’s Garage at Pallet Brewing, Allison and Brian at Brewery Thirty-Three, Whiskey Creek at Asbury Park Brewery, and Wilma at Bull N Bear Brewery.
- If you’re into games, try Name That Tune at Anglesea Aleworks, Trivia at Blue Rascal Distillery, Trivia! at Man Skirt Brewing, a fun Dating Game Night at Bolero Snort Brewery and Tasting Room, or Music Bingo Night at Czig Meister Brewing.
- Get your vocals ready for Karaoke Night at Newark Local Beer, or groove to DJ Cadillac Kid at Living Spirits Distillery and Cocktail Bar.
- For something unique, Beneduce Vineyards is hosting multiple Wine & Cigar Pairing events, plus some relaxing Yoga in the Vineyard sessions.
And let’s not forget about Saturday, May 30th:
- Villa Milagro Vineyards has a delicious offering of Pigs in a Blanket while you sample wine. Sounds like a perfect afternoon!
- Bring the whole family to Fort Nonsense Brewing Company for their Birds & Brews Family Fun Day.
- The Burger Lab food truck will be rolling up to Cape May Brewing Co. (Rio Grande) to fuel your weekend adventures.
No matter what you’re into, there’s always something cool happening right here in New Jersey. So grab your friends, pick your spot, and make some awesome memories this week! Don’t forget to check back with NJDrinks.com for more local happenings and leave a review of your favorite spots!
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