Kim Schu 
Hoboken bar owners are ready to welcome the regular after-work and weekend crowds in full force, and what better way than by hosting themed nights and friendly games with exciting prizes and drink deals, too. Read on to find a list of bars and restaurants in Hoboken with specials on different days of the week for themed nights, games, live music, brunch options, and more.
8th Street Tavern | 800 Washington Street
This classic spot has Souper Tuesday Trivia from 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM on Tuesdays, where patrons get a free grilled cheese with any soup. On Wednesdays from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, live music is featured alongside food and drink specials.
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The Ale House | 1034 Willow Avenue
This Uptown neighborhood bar provides regular indoor and outdoor back-patio seating and attracts a large crowd every Wednesday from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM for its weekly trivia events. All kinds of drink specials are available, and winners can receive prizes like hats, t-shirts, and more. FYI: this bar is also known for having pool, shuffleboard, and darts available indoors for all customers looking to get competitive while enjoying a beverage any night of the week.
Black Bear | 205 Washington Street
Welcoming all “Party Animals” that #DaretoBear seven days a week, Black Bear is located on Washington Street, just a few minutes away from Pier A and the PATH train station. The bar hosts a weekly Wednesday Trivia Night from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Themes rotate among General Knowledge and pop culture, such as Schitt’s Creek, Golden Girls, Friends, and more. It also hosts a weekly Friday Bingo Night from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
City Bistro | 56 14th Street
Popular for a large indoor restaurant, bar, and lounge area along with gorgeous rooftop views, City Bistro hosts live music performances on Thursdays and DJs on Friday + Saturday nights.
Farside Tavern | 531 Washington Street
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This Hoboken bar, known for its dozens of TVs and menu of favorites like burgers and wings, hosts trivia nights every Tuesday at 7:30 PM. During these events, locals can enjoy food & drink specials + crafty cocktails.
Finnegan’s Pub | 734 Willow Avenue
At Finnegan’s, patrons can find live music from Thursday to Saturday nights + open mic performances on Sunday nights. Other well-known features of this Irish bar located on Willow between 7th and 8th include 15 beers regularly on tap, White Claw and High Noon stocked up for the warm weather, and an outdoor seating area with two outside TVs.
Green Rock | 70 Hudson Street
The perfect spot to meet your friends from both New York City and the suburbs of New Jersey, Green Rock is home to weekday happy hours each night of the week from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, featuring $1 beers and weekly trivia every other Thursday night.
Halifax | 225 River Street
Halifax is proud to present affordable dining specials on various days of the week. From Monday through Friday, locals can enjoy happy hour, which features discounted beer, wine, and select cocktails.
Hoboken Biergarten | 1422 Grand Street
The Hoboken Biergarten hosts all types of events throughout the year, including weekly Bingo Night on Mondays at 7:30 PM, Trivia Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, Wing Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and 50% Mondays. Happy hour also runs from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM from Monday to Thursday.
Louise + Jerry’s | 329 Washington Street
Louise + Jerry’s, known for its bar bites and full bar, hosts trivia nights on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM. While playing, Hoboken locals can enjoy $20 domestic pitchers and buckets, $5 Michaelob Ultra Drafts, $5 green tea shots, and much more.
Madd Hatter | 221 Washington Street
Madd Hatter is one of the most lively spots in the Mile Square and is known for bringing the party any night of the week. Taco Tuesdays feature an authentic Mexican menu accompanied by Mexican-themed drinks and decor, along with live entertainment and bingo. Locals can also find a live DJ all weekend, along with a variety of drink specials and brunch options. Full schedule updates, packages, and a link to book reservations can always be found on the Instagram page.
The Madison | 1316 Washington Street
While The Madison Bar + Grill does not currently provide any theme or game nights throughout the week, you can stop by for a live DJ every Friday and Saturday night starting around 9:00 PM to 9:30 PM and going all night through 2:00 AM.
McSwiggans | 110 1st Street
Home of the Phoenix Bomb, Patriots, and Michigan alumni, McSwiggans is packed nearly every day of the week, especially Tuesdays when the bar hosts a regular trivia game at 7:30 PM. Prizes are always given out throughout the night, and the staff encourages guests to arrive early as tables inside pack up quickly. Wednesday nights are Bite Nights, with unlimited boneless chicken bites.
Pig + Parrot | 77 Hudson Street
This Key West-inspired bar is known for its “it’s 5 o’clock somewhere” approach to life. On Thursdays, patrons can join a regular pong game, with the opportunity for prizes like Pig + Parrot-themed apparel, seasonal merchandise, and backpack coolers. Tuesdays through Fridays from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, patrons can enjoy their Happy Hour. Fridays and Saturdays also feature live music.
River Street Garage | 80 River Street
This bar and restaurant has it all, from a pool table for all to enjoy to fun games like darts, giant Jenga, beer pong, and more. River Street Garage also has stand-up comedy nights and live music shows every Friday. See the business’s events calendar for specific dates and times here.
Schmitty’s | 359 1st Street
Those looking to brush up on their general facts can head to Schmitty’s in Hoboken on Tuesdays for its trivia night. This takes place weekly at 8:00 PM.
The Shannon | 106 1st Street
On Fridays and Saturdays, The Shannon in Hoboken hosts live DJ performances while patrons enjoy drinks, pool, and games like Jenga + Connect 4.
The Shepherd + the Knucklehead | 1313 Willow Avenue
Every Wednesday at 8:00 PM, this Uptown hotspot holds a four-round trivia competition, with each week featuring a different theme like anime, Disney movies, and more. The Shepherd also has a happy hour from Monday to Friday, featuring $5 beer + wine and half off all cocktails.
Urban Coalhouse Pizza + Bar | 116 14th Street
Urban Coalhouse, best known for its coal-fired pizza crafted from generations-old recipes, hosts trivia nights hosted by Joe Trivia on Saturdays at 9:00 PM.
Willie McBrides | 616 Grand Street
Willie McBrides hosts trivia night every Wednesday at 8:00 PM. During this time, customers can get $5 Dos Equis, $5 Heineken drafts, $5 Heineken bottles, and more. Every Friday and Saturday night, locals can also catch a live band performing. Another feature this bar provides is a limo service that runs every Friday and Saturday, picking up locals free of charge if you call 201-681-7550 to arrange for a pickup.
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