If you are looking for places to go or things to do this weekend for Mother’s Day, then look no further! We have compiled a list of unique things you can do this weekend right here in Jersey City. It might be tough to get last minute reservations so why not do something different for Mother’s Day like a picnic in the park, a 5k run, or a stroll through The Landmark Loew’s Theater to see The Addams Family. Make your mom feel special because we all know she deserves it.
We asked Chicpea what she wanted for Mother’s day and her response was “Sleep, cuddles and a Chanel bag would be nice”.
Can’t find any events you’re interested in? Check out our Event Calendar and find something else you might like.
FRIDAY
1. Express Yourself Opening Party
May 6th @7:00 PM
City Life, 125 1st St., Jersey City
This is great if you are into photography and selfies! Emily Tan’s nine-year-long project (a selection of black and white portraits) called ‘Express Yourself,’ will be showcased at City Life. Expect yummy treats from Eemas Cuisine and Milk Sugar Love. Profits from photo sales will go to CancerCare, so come out and enjoy some art for a good cause.
2. The Addams Family
May 6 – May 7 @ 7:00 PM; May 8 @ 2:00 PM
Landmark Loew’s Theater, 54 Journal Square Plaza, Jersey City
$8-15 in advance ($12 – $18 at the door)
Watch your favorite spooky family with your family at The Landmark Loew’s Theater. These bizarre characters have dinner with outsiders that will change their family forever.
3. Sean Kiely / Jeff Taylor / Head Cheerleader
May 6 @ 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Lucky 7’s, 322 2nd St., Jersey City
Come out for a fun night of drinks and great music! Rock-Docket and Lucky 7’s will feature live performances by Sean Kiely, Jeff Taylor, and Head Cheerleader. The set times are sharp so don’t be late! Admission is free!
4. PeteyxKraze Music Video Release Party
May 6 @ 9:00 PM
Cafe Sole, 496 Communipaw Ave., Jersey City
Be there or be square for performances by Macc Maccray, Karma, Isaiah Soprano, Siah, and King Tjay. Indulged in great vibes and be the first to see Join the Gang’s music video. Be a part of an epic night and best of all its free to get in!
Saturday
5. 3rd Annual Memorial 5k run and 1 mile Family Fun Walk
May 7 @ 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ
Run for a good cause! The American Cancer Fund is having its 3rd Annual Memorial 5k Run/1 mile walk for 9/11 First Responder, Jersey City Fire Captain Mark Lee at Liberty State Park. Bring your mother out and go for a run or walk in beautiful Liberty State Park with an astonishing view of NYC. Women and young ladies will receive a rose for running in Mark Lee’s honor on Mother’s Day weekend.
Rain or shine be there!
6. Lincoln Park Neighborhood Yard Sale
May 7 @ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
646 West Side Ave., Jersey City
Who doesn’t love a yard sale? The gems you can find in those are always exciting. All the streets around Lincoln Park will be having a yard sale so get your map and your mother (because moms love to get great stuff) and start shopping.
7. NJ Tree Foundation TreeKeepers Workshop Comes to JC!
May 7 @ 10:00 AM
William Dickinson High School Auditorium, 2 Palisades Ave., Jersey City
If you have a love for nature and trees then you have found an event you just won’t be able to resist. A workshop on tree maintenance and how to plant a tree will be held at the Dickinson Campus this weekend. The goal is to turn 75 new tree ambassadors for JC and the seats are going fast. You must register!
9. Free Comic Book Day at FJB Comics and Games
May 7 @ 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
17 Coles Street, Jersey City
Free comics! There will also be new comics you can purchase and discounted actions figures, games and more! So bring your family and kids for a day of reading and free comic books!
10. Mommy and Me Village Tea Party
May 7 @ 2:00 PM
The Historic Village at Allaire, 4263 Atlantic Ave, Farmingdale, NJ, 07727
A Mommy and Me Tea Party? Well, don’t mind if I do. This event is great for all ages and dads and grandparents are welcome to join the mothers, too. There will be lots of fun in store for everyone. Including, storytelling, a puppet show, the history of tea and a craft market that is free with tea party tickets.
Do I even need to tell you how great this night is going to be? Come celebrate ChicpeaJC two-year anniversary because it’s going to be a night of surprises, a fashion show, treats, drinks, a red carpet and much more!
Come dressed to impressed as this year’s theme is Fashion & Diversity in Jersey City.
Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
Get them here:
https://chicpeajcturns2afterparty.splashthat.com
Party starts at 10:30pm!
Music by: DJ Stadium Status, DJ Kevlove, DJ 201
Hosted by: HayOner
Sunday
13. CycloFemme x Chilltown Femmes / We Ride Together
May 8 @ 8:30 AM
Lincoln Park at Communipaw Avenue, Jersey City
Not only is it Mother’s Day weekend, but it’s also the global day of women’s cycling. The purpose is to bring women together, and so they can empower each other on a special day. This is for any woman that wants to join even if you have never participated before. They ride in unison, and they have a “no rider left behind” rule. It’s about STRENGTH, FREEDOM, HUMILITY & TRIUMPH.
14. Beauty and The Beast
May 8 @ 1:00 PM
JCTC, 339 Newark Ave, Jersey City
Can you guess what puppet show this is? That’s right! Beauty & the Beast, adapted by Nicolas Coppola, Puppetworks’ Artistic Director, features an amazing show with a cast of hand-carved wooden marionettes in costumes and settings of 15th- Century French design.
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