This weekend in North Bergen, NJ

Gratefully Yours brings a live tribute to the Grateful Dead, capturing the band’s signature sound and free-flowing improvisation in a setting made for dancing and singing along with fellow fans. This four-hour brunch cruise pairs the music with views of the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline. Guests can enjoy a brunch buffet, unwind on outdoor decks, and take in the scenery while the performance unfolds. A Shakedown-style vendor deck adds to the scene with more than 20 sellers offering tie-dye, art, jewelry, vintage pieces, and more, echoing the spirit of classic Deadhead gatherings. Expect a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere filled with dancing, great conversations, and community. Open to all ages.

Set sail on a four hour brunch cruise along the Hudson River featuring live performances by Gratefully Yours and panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. Guests board the Horizon’s Edge, explore a Shakedown-style vendor deck with more than twenty sellers offering tie-dye, art, jewelry, vintage finds, and more, then settle in as the brunch buffet opens and the music begins. The band delivers two sets of Grateful Dead favorites with time in between to browse vendors, enjoy the scene, and order drinks from the cash bar. The day wraps up with final tunes, last call, and a relaxed return to the pier. Admission includes the cruise and a brunch buffet. Fully stocked bars are on board, and soda, juice, and alcohol are not included. All ages are welcome for this laid back celebration of music, dancing, and community on the water.

Sundays at The Heights Bar & Grill in Hasbrouck Heights bring a classic brunch with something for every craving. Go sweet with Cinnamon French Toast, or choose savory favorites like the Barnyard Burger and Salmon Sliders. Drink specials set the mood, including Mimosas and Bellinis in peach, guava, passion fruit, or orange, along with Bloody and Beery Marys and red sangria. The music lineup includes Brian Collins, John Lepre, Ugly George, and Rick Barth.

Grassroots Community-Space hosts a welcoming class with two tracks, one for beginners and another for intermediate dancers. The most recent session spotlighted merengue, and the format supports both first-timers and those with some experience.