With Easter being celebrated on Sunday, there are a variety of themed events happening and more happening in Hudson County all weekend. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has everyone covered with fun things to do locally, like an Easter Bunny Party at Corgi Spirits, an Easter Extravaganza at Bergen Point Boutique, a performance by Caili O’Doherty Quintet at The Statuary, and more. Below is the list of Hoboken + Jersey City events happening this weekend, April 6th – April 9th, 2023.
Disclaimer: These events are included editorially as a community resource, and The Hoboken Girl is not affiliated with hosting unless explicitly stated. For the most up-to-date and accurate info including inclement weather cancellations, please contact the host directly.
Josué Morales Urbina Solo Exhibit
Thursday, April 7th from 6:00PM-9:00PM and Saturdays + Sundays in April from 1:00PM-4:00PM or by appointment | REGISTER FOR FREE
Josué Morales Urbina, an award-winning installation and sculpture artist, whose work primarily explores transcultural displacement is hosting a solo exhibit in Jersey City this month. Inspired by the contrast between memories, the exhibit will take place on Saturdays and Sundays in April from 1:00PM-4:00PM or by appointment at Art150 Gallery, located at 150 Bay Street in Jersey City (entrance on the corner of Provost and First Streets). The gallery will also be hosting a free opening reception event this Thursday, April 7th from 6:00PM-9:00PM, where you can meet Josué Morales Urbina’s and explore the solo exhibit installation.
Click here to register for free opening reception and click here to learn more about Josué Morales Urbina.
Alfalfa Jersey City’s Grand Opening Celebration
Saturday, April 8th | LEARN MORE
Alfalfa is celebrating the grand opening of their new location in Jersey City this Saturday, April 8th. Located in the Powerhouse Arts District at 160 1st Street, this location is the brand’s first complete build from scratch and showcases the Alfalfa story while mirroring the same delicious menu as their Hoboken location. The celebration will include a personalized painted tote + FREE doughnut for the first 25 guests, a free Ginger Turmeric Lemonade for you + a friend when you mention ‘Hoboken Girl’ (while supplies last), plus a chance to win gift cards, a free week at Impact Fitness, and Alfalfa swag. Plus, you can also receive 10% off your first in-person order when you mention ‘Hoboken Girl’ on 4/8.
Click here to place your order and click here to learn about the new Alfalfa Jersey City location.
Heights Orthodontics’ Spring Promotion
Available Now | BOOK APPOINTMENT
Heights Orthodontics, located at 343 Central Avenue in Jersey City, is a boutique orthodontics office that prides itself on providing patient-first care + building strong ties in the community. For their spring promotion, Heights Orthodontics is matching up to $1000 off your down payment option for braces, Invisalign, or any in-brace treatment for new patients when you mention ‘Hoboken Girl’. Plus, Dr. Trulby is a certified Invisalign provider and consults are always free at this Jersey City office.
Call 201-975-4300 or click here to book your appointment and click here to learn more about Heights Orthodontics.
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club at Dorrian’s Red Hand
Friday, April 7th at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, April 8tht at 6:30PM and 9:00PM | BUY TICKETS
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club located inside Dorrian’s Red Hand at 555 Washington Boulevard in Jersey City has four shows this weekend on Friday, April 7th at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, April 8th at 6:30PM and 9:00PM. All shows are guest hosted by comedian Turner Sparks and will feature comedians from Showtime, New York Comedy, SF Punchline, Colbert, Boston Comedy, and Full Frontal. Show tickets $25 for all shows plus a 2 item minimum per person (food or drink with 20% gratuity automatically added).
Click here to buy tickets, click here to learn more about Dorrian’s Red Hand, and click here to learn more about The Laugh Tour.
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Live Now | BROWSE THE DIRECTORY
To make home hunting that much simpler, our parent brand The Local Girl has launched a Real Estate Listings Directory. The directory is an ever-growing, curated list of real estate properties throughout New Jersey, from Hoboken, Jersey City, + down to the Jersey Shore. Whether you’re looking for a new house, condo, or rental, or you’re looking to list your property as a realtor or owner, we’re here to help you find your way home.
Click here to browse The Local Girl’s real estate listings directory and click here to learn more about how it works.
Easter Bunny Photo Experience at Newport Mall
Ongoing until Saturday, April 8th | Various times
This event will be held at 30 Mall Drive West in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Easter Bunny Party at Corgi Spirits
Friday, April 7th | 5:30PM-7:30PM
Families can enjoy easter bunny dancing, music, games, prizes, and entertainment with children’s entertainer Miss GG and balloon twisting. This event will be held at 1 Distillery Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Easter Extravaganza at Bergen Point Boutique
Saturday, April 8th | 10AM – 12PM
Make your own Easter Basket, design + paint Easter eggs, create an Easter character using Sensory Dough, and enjoy delicious pastries. This event will be held at 174 Broadway in Bayonne. Learn more here.
Some-Bunny Special is Coming to City Place at City Place at the Promenade
Saturday, April 8th | 12PM – 6PM
The Easter Bunny will be located in the space next to Express at 225 River Road in Edgewater. Learn more here.
Can You Find It Easter Egg Hunt Event at Mary McLeod Bethune Park
Saturday, April 8th | 12PM – 4PM
This community Easter egg hunt fundraiser is for all ages and will be held at 143 Martin Luther King Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Easter Egg Hunt at Liberty House
Saturday, April 8th | 10AM-12PM
Liberty House will be hosting their free Easter Egg hunt event that includes cookie and egg decorating, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and an egg hunt. This event will be held at 76 Audrey Zapp Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Easter Egg Hunt + Carnival at Fantasy Bay Store
Sunday, April 9th | 12PM – 5PM
Hundreds of eggs will be scattered and hidden — the youngest kids (6 + under) will get a head start. This event is will be held at 726 Broadway in Bayonne. Learn more here.
Lunch with the Easter Bunny
Sunday, April 9th | 12PM – 3PM
Enjoy a fun day alongside the Easter bunny with your little one at 214 Broadway in Bayonen. Learn more here.
Easter Brunch + Dinner in Hoboken, Jersey City, + Weehawken
Sunday, April 9th
Enjoy a variety of Easter brunch and dinner events at various Hoboken, Jersey City, and Weehawken restaurants. Learn more here.
Passover Taqueria + Bar in Downtown Jersey City
Tuesday, April 11th | 7PM
Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet and open bar. There will be matzah tacos, soups, salads, and a complete kosher for Passover open bar. Location will be given when guests RSVP. Learn more here.
A History + Heritage Exhibition at Historical Brennan Courthouse Rotund
Ongoing
This exhibit is open to the public and presents historical coverage of the fire departments in Hudson County. It is on display at 583 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
HDSID Presents Winter Farmers Market
Thursday, April 6th | 4PM – 6PM
Get ready to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and goodies from local vendors at the winter market of 2023. This market will be located at Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Thursday, April 6th | 7PM-11:45PM
This event will be held at 193 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Animaloo + Looms + Rest Ashore at Finnegan’s Pub
Thursday, April 6th | 8PM
These performers will be performing at 734 Willow Avenue. Learn more here.
Widely Grown at Fox + Crow
Thursday, April 6th | 8PM – 10PM
This musical event will take place at 594 Palisade Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Trivia Night at House of ‘Que
Thursday, April 6th | 8PM – 11PM
This event will be held at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Reservations are recommended. Learn more here.
Yuppies Invade My House at Dinnertime at Mile Square Theatre
Ongoing until Saturday, April 8th | Various times
This event will be held at 1400 Clinton Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Food Pantry Distribution at Arlette Braxton Community Courtyard
Friday, April 7th | 10AM-12:30PM
This event will be held at 310 Jackson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Opening Reception of Meliflua Exhibition at Art150
Friday, April 7th | 6PM-9PM
This opening reception will celebrate the Meliflua: Josué Morales Urbina Solo Exhibition at 150 Bay Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Caili O’Doherty Quintet at The Statuary
Friday, April 7th | 6PM-10PM
The Statuary presents pianist and composer Caili O’Doherty and her quintet featuring an all-star lineup. This event will be held at 53 Congress Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Dance Party with Hello Brooklyn at Antique Loft
Friday, April 7th | 7PM-11PM
Enjoy an evening of music and dancing from the party band Hello Brooklyn. Tickets are required, which include light fare from Antique Bar + Bakery and a cash/credit bar. This event will be held at 33-41 Newark Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Light The Night Blue at Pedestrian Mall
Friday, April 7th | 7PM-8PM
Supported by the City of Jersey City, Whole Spectrum Autism will be hosting The Annual Light The Month Blue to honor Autism Awareness Month. The event will be held at 134-158 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Madd Hatter’s Dueling Pianos Event
Friday, April 7th | 7PM – 10PM
Madd Hatter’s famous Dueling Pianos event will be held at 221 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Viewing Party at Six26 — Lounge + Rooftop
Friday, April 7th | 8PM
This weekly event will be held at 128 Christopher Columbus Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Post-Pan: A Pandemic Retrospective Exhibition at Gallerie Hudson
Ongoing
This three-month showcase by Pat Marino will be shown at 197 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Coffee at Cafe Madelaine
Saturday, April 8th | 10AM – 11AM
This event is organized by The Meetup Crew and will be held at 34 Coles Street in Jersey City. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Coffee at bwè kafe
Saturday, April 8th | 10AM – 11AM
This event is organized by The Meetup Crew and will be held at 1002 Washington St in Hoboken. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Shipyard Marina Exhibition at Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, April 8th | 2PM
This event will be held at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Saturday, April 8th | 11:30AM
This event will be held at 220 9th Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Frank Hanavan, Maritime Artist-in-Residence at the Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, April 8th | 12:30PM – 3:30PM
There will be 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.