Summer has come to a close, but the weather is still lovely and we can start drinking pumpkin spice everything without judgment. This weekend has a slew of events to look forward to, both in-person and virtual. So charge the computer and get comfy or grab a friend and head outside. Check out this list of all the virtual and in-person events happening in Hoboken, Jersey City, and beyond this weekend {September 10th-13th}.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
Featured Events
The Green Room’s Pop Up With Iron Coffee Co.
Chango Kitchen’s 2 for $20 Promotion
Free Trial Class + 10-week Challenge Hosted by The Max Challenge Hoboken
Autism Acceptance Event Sponsored by The Whole Spectrum
Hudson Crush Launches Online Clothing Boutique
2020 Hoboken Wellness Crawl is Going Virtual for 30 Days: Proceeds to Support Hoboken Relief Fund
September 13th-October 13th, 2020 | Ongoing
Get Tickets Here
This year, the Hoboken Wellness Crawl will look a little different as it will be a 30-Day Virtual Wellness Crawl Event. {But rest assured, the same amount of fun is guaranteed as with every previous year}. This year’s virtual event, which kicks off September 13th and will run through October 13th, will allow for online engagement with all Hudson County businesses, regardless of location, who really need exposure at this difficult time, and will let crawlers take advantage of exclusive deals and giveaways via really exciting virtual options and in-person activities at your leisure, if you’d like to participate. We have over 100+ vendors participating and can’t wait to share them all with you! Get tickets here.
In-Person Events
Summer Streets presented by HBA is Extended
Ongoing
The Hoboken Business Alliance (HBA) and City of Hoboken announced a new September and early October schedule with updated locations and operating hours for Summer Streets presented by HBA, which brings more outdoor space, dining, and entertainment to Hoboken’s business districts. Following the successful launch this summer, the Summer Streets program will continue to feature both Downtown and Uptown locations, allowing businesses to expand their storefront footprints so residents and visitors can safely shop, dine and enjoy the Mile Square.
In September through the first week of October, there will be Open Streets on Washington Street every Thursday and Saturday from 6:00PM- 11:00PM and on Sundays from noon to 8:00PM with designated streets open to pedestrian and bike traffic only:
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-September 10, 12, and 13: Washington Street from 5th Street to 8th Street.
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-September 17, 19, and 20: Washington Street from Newark Street to 2nd Street.
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-September 24, 26, and 27: Washington Street from 8th Street to 11th Street.
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-October 1, 3, and 4: Washington Street from 2nd Street to 5th Street.
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-Every Saturday and Sunday in September and October: 1st Street from Washington Street to Garden Street, as well as Sinatra Drive from Newark Street to 4th Street with extended hours between noon to 11:00PM.
Learn more here.
Historic Downtown Jersey City Farmers’ Market
Thursday, September 10th | 4:00PM-8:00PM
Farmers’ markets are a great way to get fresh produce while supporting local vendors. Stop by the Pedestrian Mall to check out this popular market. Check out all the different vendors here.
Summer Concerts + Movies in Seacaucus
Thursday, September 10th | 7:00PM
Seacaucus is hosting movies and concerts in the park. The full schedule can be accessed online here. This week you can look forward to The Original Mixed Company – Oldies & Doo-Wop Band playing live.
New Jersey 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
Sidewalk Sale in Hoboken
Friday, September 11th | 3:00PM-6:00PM
Hoboken to Host Annual September 11 Interfaith Memorial Service
Friday, September 11th | 6:00PM
All members of the public are invited to attend the City of Hoboken’s annual September 11th Interfaith Memorial Service. The service will take place on Friday, September 11, 2020 at 6:00PM on Pier A. The event will take place next to the Hoboken 9/11 Memorial in the northwest area of the park. Face masks will be required at the ceremony, while social distancing measures will be in place for those attending. Get more information here.
Jersey City Neighborhood Cleanup
Saturday, September 12th – Saturday, October 10th | times vary
Converting one street at a time in the Jersey City area. Did you know litter directly impacts all of our health? Litter untouched breaks down to microplastic dust particles into the air we breathe. Join the good cause and improve the ways we all live our daily lives. Contact CleanGreenJerseyCity@gmail.com for any questions you may have and sign up to participate here.
Busy Bee Organics Pop Up
Saturday, September 12th | 9:00AM-3:00PM
A handmade home and lifestyle pop up will be featured in this Jersey City shop for a limited time. Learn more about this sustainably sourced and ethically crafted cafe here.
Uptown Farmers Market
Saturday, September 12th | 9:00AM-2:00PM
The Uptown Farmers Market is happening every Saturday under the 14th Street viaduct between Grand and Adams Streets. Stony Hill Farms will be selling their Jersey Fresh produce, Hoboken Farms and Paolo’s Kitchen’s will sell locally made eats, along with Pickle-Licious, Valley Creamery’s sheep’s milk cheese, and more.
Free Meditation Session at Maxwell Park in Hoboken
Saturday, September 12th | 9:30AM-10:30AM
You’ll learn the basics of meditation with relaxation, concentration, and insight. This will be an outdoor instruction and practice. Please bring your own chair, cushion, or towel. Learn more here.
Yoga at 902 Brewing Co.
Saturday, September 12th | 10:30AM-11:30AM
Hudson Strong Golf Outing
Sunday, September 13th| 9:30AM-7:00PM
When golfers from real estate, development, banking and financial services come together, you can expect a memorable day of networking at Upper Montclair Country Club’s 27-Championship Course. Participate here.
Riverview Farmers Market
Sunday, September 13th| 10:00AM-2:00PM
Check out vendors such as Alstede Farms, Stony Hill Farms, RH Farms, JC Fish Stand, and Gourmet Fruit and Nuts at the Riverside Farmers Market this weekend. Learn more here.
Sunday Brunch w/Live Music at Hudson Table
Sunday, September 13th | 12:00PM-2:00PM
Head over to Hudson Table {located at 1403 Clinton St, Hoboken} for a family-style brunch. This meal is perfect for sharing with friends/family and will be served on the outdoor patio. There will be music by Michael Murphy for some light brunch tunes. Table selection will be first-come, first-served, and don’t forget to BYOB. Outdoor dining is also pet friendly. Learn more here.
Hoboken Historical Museum presents “NJ Women Make History” Lectures
Sunday, September 13th | 4:00PM
The Hoboken Historical Museum is pleased to present an engaging eight-part lecture series focusing on New Jersey women who made their mark on history, as part of New Jersey’s 2020 celebration of the centennial of women’s right to vote. From groundbreaking photographer Dorothea Lange, to gender barrier-breaking baseball player Maria Pepe, both Hoboken natives, the series covers New Jersey women who made history in a variety of spheres, including politics, finance, philanthropy, art, poetry, and sports. Register here.
DROPPING IN DEEPER: 4-Part Meditation Series with Leah & Brendan at Urban Souls
Sunday, September 13th | 7:00PM-8:15PM
Gain a deeper, richer understanding of meditation principles for developing your own personal meditation practice! By understanding what is happening in the brain, the body, and the nervous system, as well as diving deeper into the actual techniques—you’ll cultivate your own rich practice to find stillness, improve health, and feel connected, whole, and happy. Sign up here.
Virtual Weekend Events in the Area
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NJ Virtual Experience Presentation
Thursday, September 10th | 1:00PM
Join this free virtual event to find out what the NJ Gateway Region has to offer as an exciting tourist destination. Take a closer look at Hudson County/ Jersey City / The Meadowlands, Elizabeth, and Newark. Register here.
Beyond Meditation – An Online Introduction to Sahaj Samadhi
Thursday, September 10th | 3:30PM-4:30PM
When the mind and nervous system are allowed to repose for a few moments in profound silence, the deep-rooted blocks & impressions in the subconscious mind get eliminated. Join this free 75-minute intro session to Sahaj Samadhi Meditation from the comfort of your own home. Sign up here.
Speed Networking for Business Professionals | New Jersey Networking
Thursday, September 10th | 7:00PM-9:00PM
Virtual Speed Networking works a lot like ‘Virtual Speed Dating’ without the ‘Dating’. A structured opportunity to meet accomplished professionals just like yourself, virtually, one business professional at a time. Whether you are an entrepreneur, small business owner, legal or medical professional, in the finance, real estate or entertainment industry – the scheduled events offer the perfect occasion to expand your business, social or enterprise contacts. All in a setting and speed – just your style. Get your tickets here.
Cooks and Books – Back to School Pencil Sandwiches – Live on Zoom
Friday, September 11th | 3:30PM-4:30PM
Join the Hoboken Public Library for Cooks and Books with registered dietician Nathalia Ortiz. You’ll read a short story and make delicious back-to-school waffle pencil sandwiches. Register by emailing Ashley.Hoffman@Hoboken.bccls.org.
A Virtual Grand Opening: Nimbus Arts Center at the Lively
Saturday, September 12th | 7:00PM
Celebrate the opening of the Nimbus Arts Center in the Powerhouse Arts District of Jersey City, NJ. The evening will include live-streamed performances, a virtual tour of the Arts Center, the premier of Nimbus’ 15th-anniversary film edition of the signature dance: Memo, and ribbon cutting with Jersey City’s Mayor Fulop. Register here.
Online Classes with Coditum
All Weekend | Ongoing
Coditum {720 Monroe Street, Hoboken} will be offering a variety of online one-on-one classes. Find out more information and sign up here
Virtual Exhibition Tours at the Hoboken Historical Museum
All Weekend | Ongoing
The Hoboken Historical Museum {1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken} will be hosting a variety of virtual exhibition tours. Get more information here.
Free Online Ivy League Courses
All Weekend | Ongoing
Enjoy a slew of online courses from a variety of Ivy League schools. Get more information here.
Hoboken Arts Online Gallery
All Weekend | Ongoing
HobokenArts™ is an independent online art gallery featuring curated original fine art, art prints, and products by artists and artisans — emerging and established — as well as others from throughout the country who have a connection with the greater Hoboken, New Jersey area. Check out the current galleries here.
Kid-Focused Events
Yoga Story Time – Live on Zoom
JC Bump & Baby-Itsy Bitsy TOT Yoga w/ Michelle Goitia via Zoom
Thursday, September 10th | 10:15AM-11:00AM
Bond with your baby while supporting their development, meet other parents/caregivers, and learn some relaxation techniques. These classes are offered to young families across Jersey City. Get more information here.
Family FUNDay: Animal Embassy – Live on Facebook
Saturday, September 12th | 11:00AM-12:00PM
Come see giants, dragons, and littles of the animal kingdom. Join the Hoboken Library live on Facebook to see and learn about different types of animals from our friends at Animal Embassy. For questions, please email Ashley.Hoffman@Hoboken.bccls.org.
Garden Street Music Dance Classes
Ongoing | Throughout the day
Join safe outdoor dance, music, and theatre classes at 1018 Washington St. Only $25 per class for kids of multiple ages. Check out the website for the schedule and email your reservation to dance@gardenstreetmusic.com.
Virtual Music Classes with Rockness Music
All Weekend | Ongoing
Enjoy a virtual music lesson with your little one with Rockness Music {multiple locations}. Get more info here.
Greater NJ/NY Events
Marsha HellerSolo show—“Fragments of Beauty” Art Sow
Now through September 30th
In Marsha Heller’s solo exhibition, “Fragments of Beauty”, the viewer experiences her landscapes, skyscapes, intimate details of nature or its broad vistas, as acts of passion rendered through an artist’s discipline. The fragments of beauty which she encounters everywhere imbue the images with power and delicacy in equal measure. Learn more about Riverside Gallery in Hackensack here.
Pick Your Own Apples at Demarest Farms
Thursday, September 10th | 8:00AM-5:00PM
Visits will be limited to your reservation time frame. Please arrive promptly at your scheduled time; if you arrive late, you will still be asked to leave at the end of your reservation time frame. Schedule your apple picking reservation here.
American Express Platinum Drive-In
Thursday, September 10th-Saturday, September 12th | times vary
Card Members are invited to step back in time to the golden era of drive-ins for a nostalgic weekend of cinema at the exclusive American Express Platinum Drive-In. Celebrate shared connections and support your community while enjoying a movie night under the stars from the comfort and safety of your own car. Learn more here.
Sweetleaf Farm at the Montclair Farmers Market
Saturday, September 12th | 8:00AM-2:00PM
The Montclair Farmers’ Market offers an array of local farmers and artisans, including fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, cheeses, prepared foods, baked goods, condiments, honey, flowers, wine, pickles, and so much more. Learn more here.
Domino Park Greenmarket Hosted by Brooklyn Greenmarkets
Sunday, September 13th | 9:00AM-3:00PM
GrowNYC’s Domino Park Greenmarket is open! Find locally-grown fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, fresh-cut flowers, and baked goods at this neighborhood farmers market. Learn more here.
Asbury Fresh 2020 Summer Market
Sunday, September 13th | 11:00AM-2:00PM
The market will allow for healthy social distancing, and proper safety precautions, while continuing the market as normally as possible. Get more information on vendors here.
Red Bank StreetLife Entertainment
Every Saturday in August and September
The sidewalks of Red Bank are alive with music and entertainment on Saturday nights all summer long. StreetLife performances take place at various locations throughout the business district in Red Bank, weather permitting. Get more information here.
Six Flags Drive-Thru Safari
Ongoing
Visitors can explore the most interesting and exotic creatures at a 350-acre preserve in Jackson. The journey, which takes approximately 1.5 hours to 3 hours to experience, is completed in your own vehicle; tickets start as low as $19.99 per person. Get your tickets here.
Partner Happenings
Get Four Months Free Rent + Three Months of No Admin Fee When You Mention ‘Hoboken Girl’ at Hamilton Cove Apartments
Located at 800 Harbor Boulevard in Weehawken, Hamilton Cove is a luxury rental building right on the Weehawken waterfront. Apartments range from studios to three bedrooms, making it the perfect location for singles, roommates, couples, and families. Plus, they are offering Hoboken Girl readers an exclusive deal you won’t want to pass up — get four months free rent {yes you read that right} and three months of no admin fee, just by mentioning Hoboken Girl when you apply. Learn more here.
Receive 10% Off at Medley with the Code “HOBOKENGIRL10”
Medley Hoboken has officially opened Hoboken — and they’re serving salads, sandwiches, and smoothies at their sweet outdoor dining setup {with an expanded menu coming in the fall}. Located at 521 Washington Street, you can now avoid 3rd party delivery fees and order directly off the website {for pickup OR delivery}. Use code “HOBOKENGIRL10” to get 10% off. Order here.
Mention “Hoboken Girl” at Hoboken Orthodontics to Get a Free Oral B Electric Toothbrush and Starter Kit
Hoboken Orthodontics {located at 928 Washington St} was the first orthodontics practice in Hoboken {the doors opened in 1980!} and has been dedicated to helping the community have better, healthier smiles while providing compassionate and gentle care. The team offers many orthodontic treatment options and develops individual plans that work with patients’ specific goals. Hoboken Girl readers who are new to Hoboken Orthodontics will get an Oral B electric toothbrush and starter kit when beginning treatment when mentioning ‘Hoboken Girl’. Call 201-876-5500 to schedule a complimentary consultation here.
Upcoming Weekday Events
Monday, September 14th– Burn some calories before the holiday season. Start the Jewish New Year on the right foot with Hoboken Moishe house and their great trainer. Spots are limited so please RSVP. Sign up here.
Tuesday, September 15th – Join the Wellness Lab NJ for an 8:00AM morning stretch. Learn more here.
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