Meg McClenahan 
Hoboken residents and visitors are invited to attend this year’s Harvest Festival, which will take place on Saturday, October 18th from 12PM to 5PM at Pier A Park and South Waterfront Walkway. The family-friendly festival will feature live music, local vendors, and festive activities. Keep reading to learn more about Hoboken’s Harvest Festival, including what to expect on Saturday, October 18th.
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Event Details
The 2025 Hoboken Harvest Festival will take place on Saturday, October 18th, from 12PM to 5PM at Pier A Park and South Waterfront Walkway. This event is brought to the community by The Hoboken Business Alliance and the City of Hoboken.
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The Hoboken Harvest Festival is a great way to connect with community members for an evening of festive fun. Attendees can expect local vendors from familiar favorite city eats to local artisans. James Runkle, the President of the Board of Trustees for the HBA, is excited that the festival will “bring our community together while also spotlighting local businesses and talent.”
Children can explore bounce houses, pumpkin decorating, face painting, a trackless train, and balloon art. This year, there will also be a visit from the dinosaurs of Dinosaurs Arise.
Festival attendees can enjoy the pumpkin patch and live performances from bands like the Demolition String Band. Those who are 21+ can attend the beer garden.
Per a statement, Mayor Ravi S. Bhalla is excited for this year’s festival and invites the community to join together “in one of our most beautiful waterfront spaces for a day of fun and community connection.”
For more information about the Hoboken Harvest Festival, visit Hoboken’s Cultural Affairs website.
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