The Weekender: Tree Lighting at McGinley Square, Holiday Pop-Up at Grove Plaza

The best events in Jersey City this weekend

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Holiday Market Jersey CityThere are just two weekends left before Christmas Eve. Wrap up your shopping at the Grove Plaza Holiday Pop-Up or checkout the lighting of the Christmas Tree at McGinley Square.

Thursday Events

What: Departed Soles Ornament Decorating
When: Thursday, December 9
Where: 150 Bay Street
Jersey City brewery Departed Soles is hosting an informal ornament painting session in their testing room. For $12 you get a tour of the brewery, a full pour of beer, and an ornament to decorate in house. No tickets or RSVP necessary. Guests under 21 years of age can paint their own ornament for just $5.

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Friday Events

What: PLNTD 12 Plants of Xmas Sale
When: Friday, December 10 through Thursday, December 23
Where: 16 Erie Street
Newly opened PLNTD plant shop is celebrating a 12 Plants of Xmas Sale starting today. Over the next 12 days, PLNTD will take 40% off its “plant of the day.” The discounted plant will be features in their IG Stories, so make sure to give them a follow on IG to find out each day’s new sale item. The sale will last through December 23 (excluding Mondays, which is when they’re closed).

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What: Holiday Tree Lighting at McGinley Square
When: Friday, December 10 at 4pm
Where: McGinley Square Plaza
Head to McGinley Square Plaza for the lighting of the McGinley Square Christmas Tree. The event will include live music, a live choir, hot chocolate/treats, and giveaways by Cafe Alyce, Sip & Let Go, Flow, and more.

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What: The Jersey City Nutcracker
When: Friday, December 10 through the 23rd
Where: Nimbus Arts Center at 329 Warren Street
Nimbus Dance Works presents its annual holiday tradition: the Jersey City Nutcracker. The Jersey City Nutcracker is a modern take on Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic. It tells the story of two children’s urban holiday adventure leading them through fantasy, adversity, and celebration while teaching them lessons about friendship and community.

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What: Zeppelin Hall Chili Festival
When: through Saturday, January 1
Where: 88 Liberty View Drive
Zeppelin Hall is heating things up with the return of its chili festival. Through January 1, the biergarten will offer a special chili fest menu featuring over 11 different types of chili.

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Saturday Events

What: JC Artist Maker Market Holiday Pop-Up
When: Saturday & Sunday from 12pm to 6pm
Where: Grove Plaza + Rooftop at The Ashford
Time is running out! This weekend will be the final JC Artist Maker Market holiday pop-up. Shop local vendors for potted plants/flowers, pottery/design, arts & crafts, handmade goods, and more. The pop-up market will be located at Grove Plaza and at the rooftop at The Ashford.

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What: Sure Things Holiday Pop-Up
When: Saturday, December 11
Where: 561 Palisade Avenue
New fintage (found and vintage) shop Sure Things is hosting a holiday pop-up every weekend this month. This weekend’s pop-up spotlight will feature Rust N Retro and The Junk Shop.

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What: Wreath Decorating Workshop at Barrow Mansion
When: Saturday, December 11 at 2pm
Where: 83 Wayne Street
Get into the holiday spirit with the Barrow Mansion’s wreath decorating class. The workshop includes a fresh evergreen wreath and a wide selection of traditional decorations and embellishments. Tickets for the socially distanced event are $50/pp.

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What: Corgi Spirits Live Music
When: Saturday, December 11 from 7:30pm to 10:30pm
Where: 1 Distillery Drive
Live music returns to Corgi Spirits this Saturday with local band Dirty City playing at the distillery. Admission is free.

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Sunday Events

What: Movie Night at Dullboy
When: Sunday, December 12 at 8pm
Where: 364 Grove Street
Every Sunday night, Dullboy will be screening a movie in its patio. The movie will begin at 8pm. Make sure to give them a follow on Instagram to find out what movie they’ll show.

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