Here’s What You Need To Know About Jersey Fest 2024

Jersey Fest 2024 is coming to Jersey City on Saturday, May 18 at White Eagle Hall.

This first-ever event is produced by the Greetings From the Garden State podcast and will include an evening of live performances, incredible food offerings, plus an array of the finest brews and spirits you can find here in the Garden State.

Mike Ham joined Jim Monaghan on the WDHA Morning Jolt to talk about this year's celebration.

● Date: May 18th, 2024
● Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM, Show starts at 7:00 PM
● Location: White Eagle Hall, 337 Newark Ave Jersey City, NJ

Jersey Fest 2024 boasts an incredible lineup featuring:
● Natalie Farrell
● Surfing for Daisy
● Reese van Riper
● Jackson Pines
● The Vaughns

Guests will have the opportunity to indulge in a selection of local beers and spirits from renowned establishments including Ghost Hawk Brewing Co., Glenbrook Brewery, Twin Elephant Brewing Co., 902 Brewing Co., Departed Soles Brewing, Hoboken Brewing, and Asbury Park Distilling Co.

For the culinary delights, you can satisfy your cravings with mouthwatering fare from Rutt’s Hut and Johnny’s Pork Roll, and Coffee Too.

General Admission tickets are available for $25 in advance or $30 at the door. If you're interested in the full VIP package, tickets are priced at $60 and include access to a dedicated bar, bathroom, terrace seating, and exclusive tastings from Cellar 335 and Madame.

This past Friday, I was able to take part in The Community Food Bank Of New Jersey’s 24-Hour Pack-A-Thon.  Well, I should say that I broadcasted my shift live from the site in Hillside NJ.  And what a time we had. It was A Truly Successful Pack-A-Thon with CFBNJ!

Terrie Carr kicked off the marathon live broadcast and interviewed 3 different members of the Community Foodbank of New Jersey.  Thanks to Bill, our always-on-point engineer, things sounded great. And in speaking with TC as I got there, what really stood out was the efficiency and well-oiled machine that the Pack-A-Thon is.

It was so great to see the shifts of volunteers all coming in with a smile on their faces, knowing that they were there to do some good.  And help out those who are food insecure.  It really was impressive to watch.  Terrie, Scotty B, and I were all there to do our shows and broadcast live.  We provided music for the volunteers, many of whom asked if we could crank it up so they could rock out a bit!  But we were also there to help spread awareness.  Not to those already there to volunteer, but to our listening audience.

Last year, the Community Food Bank of New Jersey packed hundreds of boxes and they were looking to beat last year’s record.  All we could do was mention that info on the radio and ask for people to sign up to volunteer or donate money at the CFBNJ website.

I have to say, that personally, I was moved and excited by seeing these volunteers working their butts off to pack these boxes quickly and efficiently.  When you think of seniors who are food insecure, kids who don’t get a school lunch on the weekend, or just a family who is struggling in general, it’s wonderful to know 2 things:

It’s inspiring to watch and I want to be a part of it next year, by signing up for a shift to actually pack some boxes.

And as for what they accomplished?  How about this?

The 3rd Annual 24-Hour Pack-a-Thon provided a total of 165,873 meals for New Jersey neighbors in need! They packed nearly 147,000 pounds of food and raised over $14,000.

That is truly amazing!!!!

Don’t forget the website: www.cfbnj.com