New Jersey’s craft beer scene is thriving this month with an eclectic lineup of events that bring together live music, trivia, workshops, and community-focused activities at breweries across the state. From North Jersey to South Jersey, locals and visitors alike can explore unique experiences while enjoying the state’s vibrant brewery culture.
In North Jersey, the week kicks off with DJ Trivia at Woodbridge Brewing Co. on Monday, November 10 at 7 p.m., where participants can test their pop culture knowledge and win prizes. Tuesday, November 11 offers comedy at Pallet Brewing Company in Maplewood, featuring Joe Larson and David Drake along with a rotating lineup of stand-up performers, with admission including a free beer. Trivia enthusiasts can also head to Kitchen and Beer Bar in Haskell for a Marvel-themed trivia night on Wednesday, November 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 13, brings creative energy with a Bonsai Workshop at Glenbrook Brewery in Morristown, allowing beginners to craft their own miniature trees. Music fans have multiple options on Saturday, November 15, including performances by BAMBERDOST, PLAYING DEAD, and BIST at Ghost Hawk in Clifton, and Live at Five Dimes Brewery in Westwood at 7 p.m.
Central Jersey’s breweries are serving up both fun and community-focused events this week. Woodbridge Brewing Co. hosts its Monday trivia, while Lone Eagle Brewing in Flemington offers a Busy Moms Night Out on Tuesday, November 11, with recipe tastings and recipe cards. That same evening, a monthly chess meetup for adults begins at 6:30 p.m. Also on Wednesday, November 12, local musician Jake Thistle performs at Triumph Restaurant & Brewery in Red Bank, followed by Food Bank Bingo at River Horse Brewing Company in Ewing on Friday, November 14, encouraging guests to donate non-perishable food items for prizes.
Montclair Brewery hosts Jon Luks and The Jives Dukes on Friday, November 14, and later in the month, Blues & Brews welcomes Yankees stadium organist Ed Alstrom on Sunday, November 16. Glenbrook Brewery offers an acoustic set by Rick Barth on Saturday, November 22, and Old Hights Brewing Company in Hightstown showcases Sawmill Run on Saturday, November 29.
South Jersey’s breweries are equally packed with events. On Friday, November 14, music lovers can enjoy Odyssee Lab at Tonewood Brewing in Barrington, The Big Trip Acoustic Duo at Subculture Artisan Ales in Florence, and ZEPHYR at Berlin Brewing Company. Saturday, November 15 features Crickets & Cicadas performing Grateful Dead classics at Double Nickel Brewing in Pennsauken and The Chris Buono Collective at Icarus Brewing Co. in Brick Township, along with Opus Soul at Brewery Thirty-Three in Riverton. Later in November, holiday festivities include a Sip & Shop at Pinelands Brewing Company in Little Egg Harbor Township on Saturday, November 22, and a unique music performance by AirSynth at Tindall Road Brewing Co. in Bordentown.
Breweries across the state are also expanding beyond music and trivia, offering workshops, fitness events, and fundraisers. Yoga and beer are combined in sessions like Sip & Stretch at Booterbeer Brewing Company in New Egypt on November 15, and Doggy Noses & Yoga Poses at Jersey Girl Brewing in Hackettstown on November 16. Workshops include modern calligraphy and ornament lettering at Neck of the Woods Brewing on November 20, and bonsai fundamentals at Autodidact Beer in Morris Plains on November 30. Creative pop-ups include Moss & Mingle at Departed Soles Brewing Company in Jersey City on November 22, and multiple holiday-themed Sip & Shop events.
Fundraisers and community events continue to be a highlight of New Jersey’s brewery calendar. 902 Brewing Co. in Jersey City hosts Ales for Ambulances and a Veterans Day fundraiser on November 15, while Glasstown Brewing Company in Millville and Czig Meister Brewing Company in Hackettstown organize vendor markets and pop-up events throughout the month. Book lovers can join 3BR’s Booksgiving on November 15, a community book swap with complimentary nibbles and exclusive tote bags for the first ten participants.
Whether it’s live music, trivia, creative workshops, or community engagement, New Jersey’s breweries offer a rich mix of events this November. For a complete guide to brewery happenings, check out Explore New Jersey’s Beer & Breweries section for the latest updates, ticket information, and exclusive event details.
With options spanning comedy, music, craft workshops, and fundraising opportunities, New Jersey’s breweries continue to serve as hubs for social connection, creativity, and entertainment throughout the fall season.
