We are right smack in the middle of June and the events are coming in hot {just like this weather — finally}. From relaxing with friends at a casual local bar to an upbeat wine festival, this week is filled with fun + cocktails. Read on for the best happy hours going on in Hoboken + Jersey City {June 18th-24th, 2018}.
*Please Note: Events are subject to change. Please check event websites and social media for the latest updates and availability.*
Monday – June 18th
Northern Soul-Sand Art {700 1st Street, Hoboken}
From 7:00PM-9:00PM the Northern Soul Kitchen and Bar will be taken over by Plant Nite. They put together a ‘plant night’ monthly. During this, you will plant some greens, eat some food, + sip on some alcohol. Get your tickets right here {and use code HOBOKENGIRL for a discount!}.
Postcard the Vote {355 Central Avenue, Jersey City}
If you’re following the General Election taking place in a few months and want to spread the word about it, this is a fantastic way to do so. Working with NJ11th for Change, the organization, Action 21 is hosting this BYO snacks and drinks + $5 donation to cover the cost of stamps + postcards that will be sent out to everyone in the community to remind them to vote.
Tuesday – June 19th
Volunteers Night Out at Pilsener Haus + Biergarten {1422 Grand Street, Hoboken}
From 8:00PM-10:00PM, TRUE Mentors is celebrating a successful year of their Enrichment Club Program. This will be done over 1/2-priced food and drinks at the Biergarten. It is a great time to learn about all of their upcoming summer activities.
Cocktails for Cats! at LITM {140 Newark Street, Jersey City}
Cat ladies, this is for you. A fundraiser for Companion Animal Trust, an organization that helps feral cats, is being hosted at LITM from 6:00PM-9:00PM. Guests that attend will experience kitty-themed cocktails, silly cat videos, raffles, + more. The Tuesday specials include $5 happy hour drinks from 5:00PM-7:00PM + $10 tacos all night.
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Wednesday – June 20th
June 2018 Charity Pub Run with Hoka at JackRabbit {127 Washington Street, Hoboken}
Calling all runners — JackRabbit’s 2018 Charity Pub Run is happening Wednesday. Runners who buy at least one $5 raffle ticket {cash only} will drink for free at whichever bar the run ends at. Each raffle ticket purchase gives you a chance to win free shoes, apparel, and more — all proceeds benefit Pantry RUN.
The Future of Sex at Lutze Biergarten {3 2nd Street, Jersey City}
The Jersey City Tech scene is being spiced up this Wednesday night. Part Deux of The Future of Sex is happening from 6:30PM-9:30PM with guest speakers, networking, chatting, and of course some {casual} drinking.
Thursday – June 21st
Sorellina Apertivo Happy Hour
Every week on Thursdays, Sorellina serves $5 local and craft beer, $6 Negronis, $6 spritzes, and $6 select wines. A fun way to kick off pre-Friday festivities.
LSC After Dark: Science on the Rocks {222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City}
Guests over 21 can come on down to the Liberty Science Center for some drinks from 6:00PM-10:00PM. This is the coolest place to see the science of alcohol {mixology 101} the place to be if you want to learn the physics behind a beer pong throw. Bonus: Local food vendors courtesy of Midnight Market will be present + offering $5 plates. Find your tickets here.
Friday – June 22nd
The Ale House {1034 Willow Avenue, Hoboken}
If you’re looking for a place to spend a casual Friday, Ale House offers $4 mystery bottles. Not feeling the mystery? Other special deals like $5 Jameson shots + $7 house mules are available for the not so daring ones of the group.
Bonono Night at Iron Monkey {99 Greene Street, Jersey City}
Iron Monkey’s mission is to deliver you delicious drinks in a laidback environment. The event is also known as ‘Flirtatious Fridays’ and will take place from 8:00PM-12:00AM giving you the options of $12 bottles of wine, prosecco, + champagne. Don’t forget about the $5 desserts menu paired with some live piano music to set the mood. Register for Friday night here.
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Saturday – June 23rd
Summer Wine Festival at the Meadowlands {1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford}
This event is not in Hoboken, but it’s super close {10-15 minute drive without traffic}. This wine festival will include 25+ total producers and wineries on sight, local NY + NJ wineries, live music, and live horse racing. It is something you and your pals can make a day out of for sure. Interested? Purchase tickets here.
The Hutton’s Jersey City First Annual Guinness, Oyster + Music Festival {225 Hutton Street, Jersey City}
Beer, oysters, BBQ-ing, + some favorite local bands = the best Saturday night. The festivities start at 1:00PM and the other best part: there is no specific end time. Enjoy the entire day at this party while rocking out to the coolest local artists.
Sunday – June 24th
The Office “Brunch” Trivia at Wicked Wolf Tavern {120 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken}
All fans of the show The Office must head to the conference room {AKA Wicked Wolf} at 1:00PM. Test your knowledge on the cast and all of the characters during the game {while eating brunch — score}. Be sure to reserve your spot here.
Project: EATS 2018 {280 Grove Street, Jersey City}
Sundays are a perfect day to pair some nice cold drinks with some delicious #eats. At 11:00AM the Jersey City Project Eats 2018 will begin. The event will go on until 7:00PM and will be a relaxing {+ filling} way to end the week.
Where will you be spending your happy hour this week?
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