As spring quickly approaches, finish up February with this loaded weekend of activities. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has everyone covered with lots of concerts, live music, a film festival, and more. Check out this list of all the events happening this weekend, February 24th – 27th.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
The Laugh Tour at Dorrian’s Red Hand
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Thursday, February 24th | 3PM – 4PM
Learn how to apply makeup with this self-taught makeup artist. This is a virtual event hosted by the Hoboken Public Library. Learn more here.
HDSID Presents Winter Farmers Market
Thursday, February 24th | 4PM – 6PM
Get ready to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and goodies from local vendors at the winter market of 2022. This market will be located at Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Thursday, February 24th | 6PM – 8PM
Enjoy acoustic sets by local musicians while browsing artwork by Ricardo Roig at 225 River Street in Hoboken. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Living Room Concert at Jersey City Free Public Library
Thursday, February 24th | 6PM – 7PM
The Community Awareness Series celebrates African American history and the cultural arts featuring Winard Harper and the Jeli Possi Band. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Live Music Thursday at Batello’s
Thursday, February 24th | 6PM – 9PM
This event will be held at 502 Washington Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Hoboken Talks Hosted By Hoboken Historical Museum
Thursday, February 24th | 7PM – 8PM
John Cheney, master-builder of parade floats, is interviewed by Museum Director Bob Foster. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Trivia Thursdays at House of ‘Que
Thursday, February 24th | 7PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Reservations are recommended. Learn more here.
Cat + Fiddle Irish Traditional Fiddle Session at 902 Brewing
Thursday, February 24th | 7PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Pacific Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Darkside Comedy at Brightside Tavern
Thursday, February 24th | 8:30PM
A live jazz band sets the stage for a lineup of professional comedians. This event will be held at 141 Bright Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Girl Scout Cookie Fundraiser
Ongoing
This Girl Scout hopes to collect 400 donated boxes so she can give them to the Hoboken Food Pantry for its next distribution. This is an online event. Learn more here.
Friday, February 25th | 3PM – 4PM
This class will discuss writing skills and provide examples of what makes a good vs a poorly written character. This is a virtual event hosted by the Hoboken Public Library. Learn more here.
Friday, February 25th | 4PM – 5PM
Hear from and connect with professional stage managers to learn more about their day-to-day jobs, career paths, education, internships, and more. This is a virtual event hosted by the Hoboken Public Library. Learn more here.
Live Music Friday at Batello
Friday, February 25th | 7PM – 10PM
This event will be held at 502 Washington Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
The Equality Soiree
Friday, February 25th | 7PM – 10PM
This event is hosted by Hudson Pride Center and Garden State Equality, and will be held at 128 Christopher Columbus Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Country Night at House of ‘Que
Friday, February 25th | 7PM – 12AM
Groove to country music by DJ Big Country all night long at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Madd Hatter’s Dueling Pianos Event
Friday, February 25th | 7PM – 10PM
Madd Hatter is back with its famous Dueling Pianos event. This event will be held at 221 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Cocktails + Apps at Light Horse Tavern
Friday, February 25th | 7PM – 9PM
This event is organized by the Meetup Crew and will be held at 199 Washington Street in Jersey City. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Comedy at the Concourse
Friday, February 25th | 7PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at JSQ Lounge, 50 Journal Square Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Friday Night Salsa at Jersey City Ballroom
Friday, February 25th | 7:45PM – 8:30PM
This class runs through March 11th, and will be held at 189 Brunswick Street, 3rd Floor, in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Comedy Club at Corgi Spirits
Friday, February 25th | 8PM – 10:30PM
This event will be held at 1 Distillery Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Emo Night Karaoke at White Eagle Hall
Friday, February 25th | 8PM
This event will be held at 337 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Acoustic Music by Lisa Marie at 902 Brewing
Friday, February 25th | 9PM – 12AM
This event will be held at 101 Pacific Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Brian Kirk + The Jirks at Willie McBrides
Friday, February 25th | 11PM
This band will be performing at 616 Grand Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Coffee at Yukis
Saturday, February 26th | 11AM – 12PM
This event is organized by the Meetup Crew and will be held at 720 Monroe Street, Store E101 in Hoboken. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Boot Kickin’ Brunch at House of ‘Que
Saturday, February 26th | 12PM – 4PM
This event will be held at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Frank Hanavan, Maritime Artist-in-Residence at the Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, February 26th | 12:30PM – 3:30PM
Classes in knot-tying, ship model building, and the creation of hand-stitched sailcloth bags. This event will be held at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Live Jazz With Jonathan Kirschner at Corgi Spirits
Saturday, February 26th | 2PM – 5PM
This event will be held at 1 Distillery Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Musical Cooking Class by One Great Vegan
Saturday, February 26th | 2PM – 3PM
The Singing Chef Gabrielle Reyes is conducting a live-streaming Musical Cooking Class where she will teach participants how to make some colorful and flavor-tastic treats from the comfort of their kitchens! This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
A Virtual Stand-Up Comedy Show Presented by Henry Cruz
Saturday, February 26th | 3PM – 4:30PM
Livingston Scholastic Chess Club
The 2022 Thomas Edison Film Festival at the Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, February 26th | 7PM – 9PM
This year’s lineup of seven short films features work by American, French, and British filmmakers. This event will be held at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Comedy at the Concourse
Saturday, February 26th | 7PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at JSQ Lounge, 50 Journal Square Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.
SMUSH Gallery’s Petit Four-th Birthday Formal
Saturday, February 26th | 7PM
This event will be held at 340 Summit Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Dueling Pianos Show Hosted by House of ‘Que
Saturday, February 26th | 8PM – 11PM
This event will be held The American Dream Mall, Court A, Level 2, in East Rutherford. Reservations are required. Learn more here.
Lauren Rosato at Fox + Crow
Saturday, February 26th | 8PM – 10PM
Red Pick Music: Bilgehan Tuncer at 902 Brewing
Saturday, February 26th | 9PM – 12AM
This event will be held at 101 Pacific Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Almost Easy at Willie McBrides
Saturday, February 26th | 11PM
This band will be performing at 616 Grand Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Artist Pop-Up at Froth on Franklin
Sunday, February 27th | 8AM – 4PM
Have coffee and support a local Jersey City artist. This event will be held at 785 Franklin Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Tai Chi Sundays
Sunday, February 27th | 11AM
A seasonal Tai Chi training series that promotes balance, calmness, and mental focus. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Brunch at Olivia’s
Sunday, February 27th | 12PM – 1PM
This event is organized by the Meetup Crew and will be held at 1038 Garden Street in Hoboken. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Drag Brunch at Birch
Sunday, February 27th | 1PM – 5PM
This event will be held at 92 River Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Guided Tour Featuring the Art and History of St. Ann Catholic Church
Sunday, February 27th | 1:30PM
Led by George Sorensen, this tour will cover the history of the church, architecture, paintings, sculptures, and stained-glass windows. This event will be held at 704 Jefferson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Handstand Workshop at Urban Souls Yoga
Sunday, February 27th | 2PM – 4PM
Allie will teach the mechanics of balancing on your hands while taking you through a series of drills to instill confidence, prepare and familiarize your body with optimal form and alignment, and practice different entry points appropriate for different levels. This event will be held at 100 Hudson Street, 4th Floor, in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Ice Skating at Newport Skates
Ongoing
Jersey City’s only outdoor ice skating rink is open for the season. Enjoy views of the New York City skyline while zipping around the rink at 95 River Drive S in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Toddler Story Time organized by the Hoboken Public Library
Thursday, February 24th | 10:30AM – 11AM
This storytime will be geared toward toddlers, with books, songs, and dancing, and held at 500 Park Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Baby Story Time organized by the Hoboken Public Library
Thursday, February 24th | 12PM – 12:30PM
This storytime will be geared towards babies, with board books, finger play rhymes, and lapsit songs, and held at 500 Park Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Move N’ Groove Story Time organized by the Hoboken Public Library
Thursday, February 24th | 4PM – 4:30PM
This virtual storytime will be geared toward toddlers, with books, songs, and dancing. Learn more here.
Friday Storytime at the Hoboken Historical Museum
Friday, February 25th | 10:30AM – 11AM
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes, and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years. This event will be held at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Lego Block Party
Friday, February 25th | 3:30PM – 4:30PM
Each Block Party will feature 30 minutes of free build followed by 30 minutes of presentations. This virtual event is hosted by the Hoboken Public Library. Learn more here.
Tell a Fairy Tale Day at the Jersey City Free Public Library
Saturday, February 26th | 10:30AM – 6:30PM
Check out fairy tale books and pick up fairy tale activities to take home. This event will be held at 678 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Black History Month Chapter Book Recommendations
Sunday, February 27th | All day
Pick up chapter books at the Hoboken Public Library, 500 Park Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Sing, Play, and Learn Story Hour by the Jersey City Free Public Library
Monday, February 28th | 10AM – 11AM
A virtual sing-along story hour for children that teaches social skills and literacy. Learn more here.
Bilingual Birdies Speaking Spanish organized by the Hoboken Public Library
Monday, February 28th | 4PM – 4:45PM
Live music, a bubble dance party and an entertaining puppet show. Learn more here.
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Monday, February 28th | 4PM – 4:30PM
Jersey City Free Public Library’s Children Services Team presents special storytime, dance, and singing sessions. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Yoga Story Time en Espanol at Jersey City Free Public Library
Wednesday, March 2nd | 10AM – 11AM
Join Mariah Sade Ralph for a physical activity featuring an English and Spanish language immersion and yoga instruction by Zapotec actor and director Liliane Wolf. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Craft of the Week at Jersey City Free Public Library
Wednesday, March 2nd | 10:30AM – 5:30PM
Pick up a kid’s craft at any point during these hours at 678 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, February 25th
Films like Cyrano and Ascension are opening on Friday. Learn more here.
Colin Quinn at SOPAC
Friday, February 25th | 8PM
Colin is a comedian, actor, and author. This event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Ski Day Trip to Hunter’s Mountain
Saturday, February 26th | 6AM – 9PM
This event is organized by the Meetup Crew and will be held at Hunter Mountain in Hunter, New York. RSVP required. Learn more here.
NJMEA All-State Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble + Treble Choir at NJPAC
Saturday, February 26th | 3PM
The finest high school musicians have been selected by audition for these annual ensembles. This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Distillery Tour + Tasting in Newark
Saturday, February 26th | 6PM & 7:30PM
A history and technique-filled tour followed by cocktails at All Points West Distillery located at 73 Tichenor Street in Newark. Learn more here.
The Brit Pack at SOPAC
Saturday, February 26th | 8PM
This group plays all kinds of British music, like The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and more. This event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Eric Roberson at NJPAC
Saturday, February 26th | 8PM
The two-time Grammy nominee will be performing R+B and soul music. This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Comedy at the Broadway Comedy Club
Saturday, February 26th | 9:30PM – 10:30PM
This event is organized by the Meetup Crew and will be held at 318 West 53rd Street in New York City. RSVP required. Learn more here.
New Jersey Symphony: Tchaikovsky’s ‘Pathétique’ at NJPAC
Sunday, February 27th | 3PM
This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Chris Redd at NJPAC
Sunday, February 27th | 3PM
Chris is a standup comic, sketch comedian, improviser, actor, and rapper that also performs on Saturday Night Live. This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Daughtry: The Dearly Beloved Tour at The Wellmont Theater
Wednesday, March 2nd | 7PM
This event will be held at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
The Trials of Critical Race Theory at NJPAC
Monday, February 28th | 7PM
This event is a part of the PSEG True Diversity Film Series, and will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Wellness Wednesdays at NJPAC
Wednesday, March 2nd | 7:30PM
This class is held by Yvonne Peters, and will cover Israeli folk dance. This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Laughs in the Loft at South Orange Performing Arts Center
Wednesday, March 2nd | 7:30PM
Each Laughs in the Loft event features several comedians in a New York City-style showcase. This event will be held at 1 SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Bumper Cars on Ice
Ongoing
Bump, slide, and spin on The Rink at Bryant Park at 5th Avenue in New York City. This event runs until March 6th. Learn more here.
Photoshoots at The Floral Escape
Ongoing
The Floral Wonderland is an interactive exhibition designed for photoshoots, video shoots, and capturing every memorable moment while immersed in florals. The Floral Escape is located at One Garden State Plaza in Paramus. Learn more here.
Savory Yogurt Parfait International Cooking Workshop
Monday, February 28th | 6PM – 6:30PM
This event is hosted by the Hoboken Public Library and will be held on Facebook Live. Learn more here.
Tangle Time Craft Hour: Canvas Spoon Holder on Facebook Live
Tuesday, March 1 | 10:30AM – 11AM
This virtual event is hosted by the Hoboken Public Library. Learn more here.
Bingo Night in the Teen Zone
Tuesday, March 1st | 3PM – 6PM
This event is hosted by the Hoboken Public Library and will be held at 256 5th Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Fat Tuesday Party at Fox + Crow
Tuesday, March 1st | 7PM – 10PM
Trivia Night at 902 Brewing
Tuesday, March 1st | 7PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Pacific Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Shamanic Sound Journey at Urban Souls Yoga Studio
Tuesday, March 1st | 7:30PM – 9PM
This experience utilizes vocals and ancient instruments to immerse you in sound as you shift your perspective and discover your soul’s path. This event will be held at 100 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Black History Month Artist Celebration: Abigail DeVille
Wednesday, March 2nd | 10AM – 12PM
Dive into the visually rich and exciting world of the new, up-and-coming Black artists of the 21st Century. This is a virtual event hosted by the Hoboken Public Library. Learn more here.
Mindfulness: Physiology of Stress
Wednesday, March 2nd | 12PM – 1PM
This is a virtual event presented in partnership with New Jersey City University and NJ Hope and Healing. Learn more here.
Women of Commerce: InspireHer Conference
Wednesday, March 2nd | 3PM – 6PM
This event will be held at 200 Hudson Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
The Joke Feedback Presented by Henry Cruz
Wednesday, March 2nd | 3:30PM – 6PM
Social Chess Night at Play! Hoboken
Wednesday, March 2nd | 6:30PM
Relax, make friends, and play chess. This event is BYOB and for people 18 and up. No RSVP is required. This event will be held at 1012 Grand Street, 3rd Floor, in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Open Jam Night at 902 Brewing
Wednesday, March 2nd | 8PM
This will be held at 101 Pacific Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Hartshorn Portraiture – A Hoboken Go-To Studio for Maternity + Family Photography
This photography studio, located at 720 Monroe Street Suite E418 in Hoboken, specializes in family, maternity, and newborn photography. Mention Hoboken Girl to receive $200 OFF a portrait session in February or March (expires on Thursday, March 31st.) Learn more here.
KMF Therapy Collective – Prioritizing Mental Health
KMF Therapy Collective, located at 306 Washington Street #201 in Hoboken, is easily accessible with locations in Hoboken and New York City, as well as available through remote therapy sessions — making it easy to get help navigating your life towards a healthier future. Learn more here.
The Studio – A Dance Studio for Adults
This first-of-its-kind adult dance studio, located at 251 1st Street in Hoboken, is launching its Young Adult Dance Program for ages 13-17 beginning on March 21st. The Spring Session offers beginner to advanced classes Monday through Friday from 3PM – 6PM and includes a variety of different dance genres. Learn more here.
Hoboken Historical Museum | Hoboken
The Hoboken Historical Museum was able to open during Phase two of the COVID-19 Reopening Plan. With the ability to accept a limited number of guests and to participate safely in city-wide events, the Hoboken Historical Museum is periodically in need of volunteers. To check if a need comes up and slots are available, check the sign-up form here. Volunteers are usually needed to set up information pamphlets, welcome registered guests, organize literature, etc. Learn more here.
Liberty Humane Society | Jersey City
The Liberty Humane Society is an open admission shelter contracted by Jersey City, Hoboken, and Bayonne to take in strays day or night, medically assess the animals, give them vaccinations and microchips, spay or neuter them, and gets them socially prepared for lifelong adoptions. Volunteers help the shelter run smoothly, increase adoptions, and help make the animals happier. Learn more here.
True Mentors | Hoboken
True Mentors is Hoboken’s only one-to-one mentor program. The program matches children ages 7-17 with trained mentors. Volunteers are needed to serve as mentors and can sign up to be trained. Volunteers must be 18 years or older and must make at least a 1-year commitment to their mentee for a minimum of 8 hours per month. Learn more here.
This Couple Met at Birch + Had a Wedding Slice at Basile’s Pizza
Gluten-Free Bakery Annie & Em’s Opens in Hoboken
Where to Get Italian Rainbow Cookies in Hoboken + Jersey City
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Have an amazing weekend! xo
