Jersey City is a vibrant hub of creativity, culture, and community, offering various unique activities for individuals to immerse themselves in. Whether you’re looking to escape the cold weather this winter, meet new people, or explore new experiences, we have highlighted some exciting options for you. So, grab a friend or family member and plan your next visit to enjoy these indoor activities!
Atacama Clay Studio – 533 Central Ave.
Atacama Clay Studio is an intimate, community-focused pottery space in The Heights, Jersey City. Their mission is to provide a joyful, creative experience where you can explore the art of ceramics at your own pace. They have various classes for all levels, from a semester wheel class where you can develop your pottery wheel skills with structured, multi-week courses, hand-building classes where you can learn traditional techniques, and one-time classes if you want to try it out! It’s by appointment only, so please check out their website to book your class!
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Box Café JC– 115 Palisade Ave.
This lovely French-inspired café always has interesting events you can enjoy with friends and family. Check their website and social media for upcoming events, from birth chart readings to sound bath meditations, speed dating, talent shows, and wine pairings. Every Friday, they showcase local, inspiring artists who provide live music while you enjoy a lovely dinner with your loved ones.
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Mana Contemporary – 888 Newark Ave.
Mana Contemporary celebrates the creative process, supports artists, and connects creative hubs worldwide. With guided tours and rotating exhibits, visitors can spend hours exploring contemporary art from local and international artists. Check their schedule for artist talks and special events to enhance your cultural experience.
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Youssoufiani – 33 Wayne St.
Unleash your creativity and experience the artistry of leathercraft at Youssoufiani. With expert guidance, you can unleash your creativity, learn essential skills, and craft timeless pieces. The team will guide you in transforming leather into beautiful works of art. They offer one-day classes where you can create items such as cardholders and eyeglasses holders. Additionally, you can join their mini-workshops, where you will receive step-by-step instructions on how to create keychain bracelets, charms, and more!
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Made of Leaves Studio – 195 New York Ave.
Made of Leaves is a boutique event florist in Jersey City. It is committed to serving the community through various special events, including donation-based yoga classes, sound baths, and live music. Attendees can enjoy soothing sounds combined with guided meditation to alleviate stress while meeting new people. Visit its website to learn how to sign up for upcoming classes.
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Meditation Heights – (Check their website for event locations)
Meditation Heights is a non-profit in Jersey City Heights. The group creates quiet spaces to practice all lineages of silent meditation. They also offer intro classes for Insight Meditation and host guest speakers to learn about a variety of meditation options so that you can find what works best for you. Check out their classes to learn what insight meditation is, including postures, benefits, techniques, and short guided sessions.
ReWax and UnWine Candle Making Bar – 2 Division St
At this local spot, candle-making art meets celebration, where candles and laughter melt together! Their mission is to light up your life with interactive candle-making experiences, allowing you to unwind and sip on delicious wine. This is a great spot to celebrate a birthday or a fun night out. They will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to create your candle while offering a great atmosphere in which to mingle!
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Salsa Fever On 2 Dance Academy – 83 Franklin St.
Are you interested in learning a new type of dance? Salsa Fever on 2 Dance Academy provides lessons and a structured curriculum suitable for dancers of all levels. With hands-on classes, you can advance your dancing, make new friends, or get some exercise to alleviate stress!
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