The Jersey City Whiskey Fest is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Jersey City, New Jersey, United States. The event runs from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM Eastern Time (GMT-05:00) and is held inside the Harborside Atrium, located at 210 Hudson Street, Jersey City, New Jersey 07302. The entrance is directly across from the Harborside Light Rail Station.
The event is open to guests 21 years of age and older with a valid ID. The festival takes place indoors and includes views of the New York City skyline. All activities are scheduled within a single session during the listed event time.
- Jersey City Whiskey Fest is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Harborside Atrium, 210 Hudson Street, Jersey City, New Jersey.
- The event features over 100 styles of whiskey and spirits, including Kentucky bourbon, Mexican tequila, Russian vodka, vodka, gin, and local brews, with expert-led tastings.
- Multiple ticket options are available, including General Admission, group tickets, and Designated Driver entry, with access by train, bus, car, ferry, and paid parking.
Whiskey, Spirits, and Sampling Led by Industry Experts
Jersey City Whiskey Fest features over 100 styles of whiskey and spirits. Ticket holders can sample a wide range of spirits and learn about them directly from the experts pouring at the event. The tasting selection includes all-American Kentucky bourbons, Mexican tequila, Russian vodka, and additional craft spirits.
Tastings are provided in .5-ounce samples, giving attendees the opportunity to explore multiple styles during the session.
Ticket Categories, Pricing, and Entry Conditions
Tickets are available in several categories with the following pricing:
- General Admission: $68.33
- Tickets at the Door: $70
- Group Tickets (Buy 3 Get 1 Free): $51.88 per ticket
- Designated Driver: $18.33, with an additional listing of $15 for entrance only
General Admission tickets include entry to the Jersey City Whiskey & Spirits Fest, unlimited spirit sampling, a sampling cup, live music, interactive games, and access to food vendors, merchandise, and exhibitors.
The Designated Driver ticket provides entrance only. Guests with this ticket cannot consume alcohol.
Vendor, Merchant, and Experiential Marketing Applications
Vendors are able to apply to sell food and goods, and sponsors may also apply. Alcohol brands interested in being added to the exhibitor list are instructed to email the event organizers.
There are three active application types:
- Food Application
- Merchant Application
- Experiential Marketing Application
The application deadline is January 30, 2026. Upon acceptance, the credit card on file will be automatically charged for the full amount owed within 24 hours. All applications are subject to acceptance and availability.
Transportation Options and Parking Information
The Harborside Atrium location is accessible by multiple means of transport.
Train access includes:
- Exchange Place PATH Station
- Grove Street PATH Station
- Harborside Light Rail Station (Hudson-Bergen Light Rail)
Bus service is available at Christopher Columbus Drive at Hudson Street, serving routes 1, 63, 64, 68, 80, 81, 82, and 86.
Car access is available via Interstate 78, and ferry service is available through the NY Waterway Paulus Hook Terminal.
Parking is available for $10 at the Urby Lot, located at 200 Greene Street. Attendees must visit the Will Call Desk for a validation pass before paying the parking attendant. Parking is also available for a fee at the Harborside Atrium.
