Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are some ideas to get your started on your 3-day weekend!
Events
#MoonlightTurnup with Newark Moonlight Cinema
On September 4-6, your ticket to the Moonlight Cinema drive-in includes special guest DJs! DJ Wallah will be present on 9/4 and 9/5, and DJ Lilman will be present 9/6.
More information: https://www.newarkmoonlight.com/
Liberty Science Center’s Reopening Weekend
Take the kids for a day at Liberty Science Center to celebrate their reopening weekend! They’ll be open to the public from September 5 to September 7 from 10AM to 5PM. Tickets can be purchased in advance.
More information: https://lsc.org/lsc-to-reopen-labor-day-weekend
Deep Space Gallery new show
Deep Space Gallery will be hosting the opening weekend of Always Nervous, an exhibition featuring works by Kyle Orlando. You can reach out to them via DM to reserve a time slot on September 5 or September 6.
More information: https://www.deepspacejc.com/coming-soon
Ethel’s Club Outdoor Market Celebration
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Join Brooklyn-based social and wellness club Ethel’s Club for their outdoor market with local artisans. It’s a rain or shine event taking place on September 5 from 12PM to 6PM. Register for free via Eventbrite and be sure to wear a mask.
More information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ethels-club-outdoor-market-celebration-tickets-118684294921
9th Lobster & Beer Festival
The Hester Street Fair is back with their 9th Lobster & Beer Festival on September 6. They are currently using Resy to allow guests to book tables online, and temperatures will be checked upon entry. Buy tickets in advance for guaranteed entry!
More information: https://www.hesterstreetfair.com/events/lobster-beer
Activities
Enjoy a drive-in movie
Whether you’re staying local with the Newark Moonlight Cinema or driving out to New York for one of their many drive-in theaters, enjoy a movie night at a drive-in! If you’re looking for some NY/NJ options for drive-ins, check out our list of 11 nearby spots.
More information: https://www.chicpeajc.com/culture/drive-in-theaters-to-check-out/
Sit down for brunch/dinner at restaurants
As your favorite restaurants start reopening their indoor service, use this weekend to enjoy brunch with friends or have a family dinner at some local spots.
Take a trip to the beach
Take a walk on the boardwalk or relax on the beach this Labor Day weekend! Of course, you can expect fairly large crowds, so try to keep your distance as best as you can.
Go camping with family/friends
Use this first September weekend to go camping! Check out some campgrounds in NJ or head over to NY for a fun outdoor with your loved ones.
More information: https://www.timeout.com/newyork/things-to-do/rediscover-nature-at-these-10-awesome-new-york-campgrounds
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