New Jersey is gearing up for one of its most energetic weekends of the season, blending a major cultural homecoming for house-music fans with a tidal wave of brewery celebrations stretching from Thanksgiving Eve through Black Friday and into the final days of November. From late-night dance floors to small-town taprooms unveiling new seasonal releases, the Garden State is set for a vibrant stretch of local flavor, sound, and community.
For those ready to move into the early hours of Saturday morning, Make Jersey House Again! arrives on Friday, December 12, 2025, igniting the night from 8 p.m. until 2 a.m. What organizers describe as “a gathering of generations to honor the roots, soul, and evolution of HOUSE” feels poised to become one of the state’s definitive winter events. Sponsored by PREMO, the celebration brings an added layer of artistry with live painting from Beazie The Artist, whose signature style—bold color, movement, and texture—has become a fixture in New Jersey’s expanding creative scene. The lineup also features the return of Nervous Records founder Mike Nervous, a name synonymous with East Coast club culture and a longtime steward of the genre’s golden era. His presence behind the decks reinforces the event’s mission: a full-circle homage to the beats that shaped the region’s nightlife.
While dance enthusiasts gear up for that December blowout, craft-beer lovers across the state have a packed slate of events unfolding right now. New Jersey’s brewery scene is entering the holiday stretch with momentum, new openings, and a deep roster of Thanksgiving-week festivities that stretch well beyond the typical beer-release cycle. For readers looking to explore breweries across the state, New Jersey’s complete craft-beer guide is available through our curated listing of beer breweries.
One of the week’s biggest storylines is the much-anticipated preview of Bullhide Brewery in Pilesgrove. Opening its doors for the first time on Black Friday, November 28, the brewery is offering a sneak peek before its full public debut. For a state that has seen a steady rise in new taprooms, Bullhide’s arrival signals another step in the growing wave of South Jersey craft expansion.
Holiday weekend celebrations are also rolling out across the state. Beach Haus Brewery is hosting a four-day celebration with seasonal taps, live music, and Black Friday exclusives tailored to visitors looking to keep the holiday energy going. In Hackettstown, Czig Meister Brewing preps its annual Thanksgiving Eve bash, highlighted by the release of a cranberry-sauce sour—a seasonal experiment that has become a local favorite. And as many breweries embrace extended hours for the holiday, taprooms are leaning into a mix of music, themed events, and festive beer menus that give visitors plenty of reasons to stop by.
These events come during an important period of expansion for the industry. Construction and planning are underway for multiple new projects, including Magnify Brewing’s future location in Medford, discussions around a new brewery taking shape at the Moorestown Community House, and Swedesboro Brewing Co.’s move into the former Devil’s Creek space in Collingswood. The state’s craft-beer footprint continues to widen, weaving itself ever deeper into New Jersey’s local culture and tourism economy.
Throughout the week, taprooms statewide are filling their schedules with themed gatherings and community-driven programming. Among the highlights:
Tuesday, November 25
• Music Bingo at Buena Connection Brewing Company
• Friendsgiving Karaoke at 3BR Distillery
Wednesday, November 26
• Thanksgiving Eve festivities at Czig Meister Brewing
• Drinksgiving and extended hours at 3BR Distillery
• Trivia nights across select taprooms
Black Friday, November 28
• Johnny Cash tribute show, “The Man in Black Friday,” at Flounder Brewing Co.
• Live music from Emotional Damage at Armageddon Brewing
• Karaoke Night at Buttzville Brewing Co.
• Mid-Life Crisis performing at Double Tap Brewing
Saturday, November 29
• Czig Meister Brewing’s annual “Hometown Hang” community gathering and food drive
• NO CODE Acoustic live set at Five Dimes Brewery in Westwood
Whether your plans include discovering new breweries, revisiting local favorites, or stepping onto a dance floor pulsing with house music history, New Jersey is delivering a weekend packed with heartbeat, creativity, and community. The Garden State continues to reinforce why its craft-beer culture and nightlife remain some of the most dynamic on the East Coast, offering residents and visitors alike countless ways to savor the season.
