(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions has announced the lineup for the final JC Fridays of 2025, taking place on Friday, December 5th. Jersey City's premier quarterly arts festival, which is free and open to the public, will feature a diverse array of events, including visual art exhibitions, music performances, studio tours, and more, hosted at local businesses, galleries, studios, and arts organizations. Attendees are encouraged to explore multiple venues to discover new art and engage with the local arts scene.
Jersey City is home to one of the most vibrant art scenes in the tri-state area, boasting a wealth of talented artists. JC Fridays provides a unique opportunity for visitors to interact with artists, experience their latest works, and immerse themselves in the creative community. This JC Fridays will be the largest festival yet, with over 45 free arts events around Jersey City.
This JC Fridays is dedicated to the memory of Lauren Farber, in recognition of her life, her artistry, and her enduring legacy. Lauren Farber is the founder of Eonta Space and co-curator with Bayard and Dan Peyton. Lauren’s love and dedication to the arts will be forever remembered.
Complete event listings and an interactive map are available at www.jcfridays.com to help patrons locate artists and venues, as well as create personalized schedules.
Art House Productions is committed to accessibility and inclusivity in all public programming. A list of wheelchair-accessible events can be found here.
JC Fridays Highlighted Events – December 5, 2025
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN
Tris McCall Story Hour
345 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302
8 PM – 9:30 PM
Tris McCall reads "Rafe," a tale for the turning of the year. It’s a feel-good story about a demon. We know what you’re thinking. But Rafe is really not that bad – or at least he doesn’t seem that way. He’s up from the Pit on holiday, and he wants to play the drums. After centuries of torment, it would be churlish for us to deny him the opportunity, don’t you think? So we’ll do what we can for him. Tris will read about him from McCall’s Almanac, his collection of short stories, assisted by some equally diabolical friends. They’ll sing and play some relevant songs and make a (slightly) unholy racket. And they’ll have a few of his favorite visual artists on hand to help bring the demon to life. Though Rafe is mostly out for himself (demons do tend to be that way), you’ll find he has some serious reflections for you on the nature of art, relationships, free will, and the autonomy of the spirit. You are invited to this literary and musical ceremony. Mark your calendars accordingly.
JOURNAL SQUARE
Speranza's Seasonal Shorts
298 Academy St, Jersey City, NJ 07306
7 PM – 9 PM
Seasonal Shorts invites audiences to welcome the holiday season with an evening of short, festive play readings presented by Speranza Theatre Company. Beginning at 7:00 p.m., the program showcases original works from Speranza’s Women’s Playwrights Circle, offering a mix of humor, heart, and holiday spirit. This free event is open to the public; however, reservations are required as seating is limited. Guests will enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere and the opportunity to experience new plays from local women playwrights. Free on-site parking is available, making attendance easy and convenient for all.
WEST SIDE
Cosentino & Gianakis at Rankin Hall Arts
Saint Peter's University, Rankin Hall Arts 920 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07306
4 PM – 10 PM
Saint Peter’s University presents “Cosentino & Gianakis. Rankin Hall Arts. West Side Ave.”, an exhibition celebrating the innovative and interdisciplinary practices of artists and faculty members Trish Gianakis and Daniel Cosentino. Presented by Rankin Hall Arts, the exhibition features digital art, sculpture, and immersive media exploring the intersections of technology, material, and human experience. Gianakis integrates augmented reality, 3D modeling, and digital fabrication to create participatory works that invite viewers into new aesthetic and conceptual dimensions. Cosentino’s practice merges photography, sculpture, and site-specific installation to investigate memory, form, and the unseen structures of communication. Together, their works exemplify the creative vision and collaborative spirit of the Department of Arts at Saint Peter’s University. The exhibition is located at Rankin Hall, corner of West Side Avenue and Montgomery Street, with parking available in the West Side Avenue lot.
THE HEIGHTS
JC Instrumental JC Friday’s Winter Social
3244 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07306
8 PM – 10 PM
Come check out this creative space and meet the community of musicians, artists, music students, and other provocateurs of the arts! There will be an Open Mic, the works of some of our local artists, and snacks for all. This event is FREE but donations will be collected for a scholarship fund.
GREENVILLE
83 is a Prime Number
1542 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07305
12 PM – 9 PM
The Community Impact Room at The Cannabis Place is an intimate venue where artists and performers can explore creative projects in a friendly neighborhood space. This December JC Fridays we are pleased to present the original Artwork of Jim Legge in photography, pen & ink drawings, and acrylic paintings. We are excited to welcome the original compositions and songs of Reggae Music performers Marcia Davis and Kalvin Kristi. Please sign up for our Open Mic and share your music, song, and poetry with us! We are Family Friendly, Free and Open to the Public. Bus 10 and 119 to the door – Bus 80 and 87 to Gates Avenue, and then walk to 1542 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Greenville, Jersey City, NJ 07305
Event Hosts Include: ART 150 JC, Art for Everyone, Art House Gallery, Arts 14C, Botánica Princesa, Ben Fine, Call Me Mia, Canopy by Hilton Jersey City Arts District, Carri Louise Gallery & Boutique, Crema JC, Dames Espresso, DGA Studio, Dvora 175, Dvora Art House, Dvora Hamilton House, EONTA SPACE, Fine Arts Gallery at Saint Peter's University, Gallery 14C, Gallery 495, Gallery at Imago Beauty, Griot Cafe, JC Instrumental, Meow Mini Mart, Nest Micro Apartments + Haley Buchan, Mon Mon Designs, Orlando Cuevas, Outliers Gallery, Project Greenville, Richard Larovere, Saint Peter's University Rankin Hall Arts, Sky Realty, SMUSH Gallery, Speranza Theatre Company, Stephanie Romano, Team Wilderness, The Cannabis Place, The Firmament Gallery at Nimbus Arts Center, The Oakman, The Sculptors Guild and Tina Maneca, Tris McCall & Art House Productions, Uforia Dispensary, Undead Arts, Wing Bar, Zero Kid Vintage & more!
Art House Productions is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization committed to advancing the performing and visual arts in Jersey City. Through professional theater productions, visual art exhibitions, and community programs, Art House fosters creativity, inclusivity, and accessibility across all artistic disciplines.
Art House’s 2025 programming is made possible through the generous support of: An Anonymous American Foundation, Hudson County Cultural Affairs, City of Jersey City, Exchange Place Alliance, New Jersey State Council on the Arts (a partner of the NEA), Genova Burns, HDSID, Jersey City Economic Development Corporation, Jersey City Health and Human Services, KRE, New Jersey Economic Development Authority, Panepinto Properties, Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund, RWJ Barnabas Health | Jersey City Medical Center, SILVERMAN, Super Buy Rite, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, the NJ Arts and Culture Renewal Fund, and many dedicated donors and volunteers.
