Christmas will be here in just a few weeks and the holiday happenings are plentiful in Hudson County. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has everyone covered with fun things to do locally, like Jersey City Nutcracker at Nimbus Arts Center, A Holly Jolly Cocktail Crawl hosted by Beyond the Plate Food Tour, Holiday Adventure at Liberty Science Center, and more. Below is the list of Hoboken + Jersey City events happening this weekend, December 8th – December 11th, 2022.
Disclaimer: These events are included editorially as a community resource, and 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.
Brooklyn Robot Foundry’s Pop-Ups In Jersey City
Sunday, December 11th from 2:00PM-3:30PM | SIGN UP
Brooklyn Robot Foundry is hosting two special events at Gymboree JC, located at 197 Van Vorst Street in Jersey City this Sunday from 2:00PM-3:30PM. The first event is a robot-building class for kids ages 6-10 years old, where each child will get to build their own snow-themed robot and take it home after the fun hands-on class. The second event will be an info session for anyone interested in opening a Brooklyn Robot Foundry in their community and becoming a part of the mobile franchise.
Click here to sign up for the pop-up class in Jersey City and click here to learn more about franchise opportunities with Brooklyn Robot Foundry.
Club Pilates Jersey City’s Grand Opening + Free Intro Class
Saturday, December 10th and Sunday, December 11th | SCHEDULE CLASS
This weekend, Club Pilates Jersey City, located at 171 Morgan Street in Jersey City is celebrating its grand opening event with free intro classes, raffles, and a special discount on retail merchandise throughout the weekend. The Jersey City studio will also be waiving enrollment fees for any membership signups and 15% off the first two months of membership. Make sure you let them know The Hoboken Girl sent you.
Call the studio at 201-201-8020 or email jerseycity@clubpilates.com to schedule your free intro class and click here to learn more about Club Pilates Jersey City.
Lukin Center’s Instagram Live Event + Free Phone Consultation
Thursday, December 15th at 2PM | FOLLOW ON IG
Lukin Center for Psychotherapy, located at 80 River Street, Suite 302 in Hoboken is hosting an Instagram Live on Thursday, December 15th at 2PM. The live event will feature a few Eating Disorder specialists from the center to talk about what disordered eating can look like during the holiday season and tips on how to manage it. HG readers can also receive a free mental health consultation when you mention ‘Hoboken Girl’. Call 201-409-0393 with questions or email drlukin@lukincenter.com to schedule an appointment.
Click here to follow Lukin Center on Instagram and click here to learn more about Lukin Center for Psychotherapy.
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club at Dorrian’s Red Hand
Friday, December 9th at 8PM + Saturday, December 10th at 6:30PM and 8:30PM | BUY TICKETS
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club located inside Dorrian’s Red Hand at 555 Washington Boulevard in Jersey City has shows on Friday, December 9th at 8:00PM and Saturday, December 10th at 6:30PM and 8:30PM. The shows are hosted by comedian Rich Kiamco and will feature comedians from Amazon, Sirius XM, GEM Festival, Comedy Central, NY Comedy Fest, and SF Fest. Show tickets purchased online in-advance are $15 and are $20 day of and at the door 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.
The Hoboken Girl’s Best of Hoboken + Jersey City 2022 Guide Finalists
Ongoing until December 9th | VOTE NOW
The finalists for the Best of Hoboken + Jersey City 2022 Guide are in! HG readers have collectively chosen the top three finalists based on who received the most noms in each category — and now it’s your chance to vote for your favorites. You can vote once per day in all categories, now through Friday, December 9th at 11:59PM. The winners will be announced in mid-December once the categories are tallied.
Click here to vote for your favorite businesses and to learn more about HG’s Best of Hoboken + Jersey City 2022 Guide finalists.
Thursday, December 8th | 7AM
This free, co-ed event will be held at 525 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Strength Sculpt with Larisa at The Fit Club
Thursday, December 8th | 7:30AM – 8:15AM
This event will be held at 1301 Adams Street C3 in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Hudson Pride Center Grand Opening + Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Thursday, December 8th | 12:30PM
Welcome the new Hudson Pride Center at its 3000 John F. Kennedy Boulevard location in Jersey City. Learn more here.
HDSID Presents Spring/Summer Farmers Market
Thursday, December 8th | 4PM – 6PM
Get ready to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and goodies from local vendors at the spring/summer market of 2022. This market will be located at Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Hoboken Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Hosted by The City of Hoboken + Hoboken Business Alliance
Thursday, December 8th | 4:15PM
The festivities will feature Elvis the Elf, live performances by Hoboken youth, and a special appearance from Santa Clause. This tree lighting event will be held at 11th and Washington Street in Hoboken.
Encry Winery Champagne Tasting at Backstage Cocktail Lounge Hoboken
Thursday, December 8th | 6PM – 8PM
For $55 a person, guests can enjoy tasting through a lineup of 5 varieties of champagne from Encry, paired with an assortment of passed hors d’oevres. This event will be held at 1039 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Business Networking Night in Jersey at DVORA City Hosted by JCFamilies
Thursday, December 8th | 7PM – 8PM
Create new business relationships with local professionals. There will be wine and snacks available for guests. This event will be held at 175 2nd Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Hoboken Talks: Chris Dahlberg Talks with Rand Hoppe Hosted by Hoboken Historical Museum
Thursday, December 8th | 7PM
Sculptor Chris Dahlberg will chat with Rand Hope about the new Upper Gallery exhibit, “Making the Sinatra Bust.” This event will take place virtually. Learn more here.
9th Annual Holiday Fundraiser Hosted by Friends of the Hoboken Family Planning Clinic
Thursday, December 8th | 7PM
Guests will enjoy an evening of good food, good wine, and great company to raise funds for the mobile health clinic. This event will be held at a historic, Hudson Street brownstone, though the address has not been released. Learn more here.
Deer Tick at White Eagle Hall
Thursday, December 8th | 8PM
This event will be held at 337 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Trivia Night at House of ‘Que
Thursday, December 8th | 8PM – 11PM
This event will be held at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Reservations are recommended. Learn more here.
Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol at Mile Square Theatre
Ongoing | Various Times
In this clever and dark retelling of the Dickens classic, Jacob Marley is tasked with helping to redeem his old business partner’s soul and undergoes his own transformation. This event will be held at 1400 Clinton Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Artist + Maker Market Hosted by HDSID
Friday, December 9th + Saturday, December 10th
This event will be held at the Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City and includes an open-air bazaar featuring locally created fine art and premium hand-crafted goods. Learn more here.
Jersey City Nutcracker at The Nimbus Art Center
Friday, December 9th – Friday, December 23rd | 3PM
Presented at the new Nimbus Arts Center, Nimbus Dance will offer 13 performances of its quirky adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic, which takes place in Jersey City and weaves together themes of magic, adventure, family, and friendship. This event will be held at 329 Warren Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
LGBTQ+ Holiday Dinner at HCCC Culinary Conference Center Hosted by Hudson Pride Center
Friday, December 9th | 6PM – 8PM
This free, festive dinner is open to the LGBTQ+ community and allies. This event will be held at 161 Newkirk Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
The Local Barre Social Club Grand Opening Party
Friday, December 9th | 6PM – 9PM
Guests can enjoy some light refreshments to ring in the launch of The Local Barre Social Club, a new private reserve membership coming to the barre studio in Uptown Hoboken. This event will be held at 720 Monroe Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Dessert + Wine Pairing + Gingerbread House Decorating at Dream Vista Hosted by Live Life Uncorked
Friday, December 9th | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Heather of Live Life Uncorked will lead a three-course wine and dessert pairing. Guests will be decorating their own gingerbread houses. This event will be held at 177 York Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Jingle + Mingle Holiday Stoplight Party at The Shepherd + The Knucklehead Hosted by Hoboken Social Club
Friday, December 9th | 7PM – 10PM
For this themed party, guests will dress in accordance with their relationship status: red means taken, green means single, and yellow means… it’s complicated. This event will be held at 1313 Willow Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Madd Hatter’s Dueling Pianos Event
Friday, December 9th | 7PM – 10PM
Madd Hatter’s famous Dueling Pianos event will be held at 221 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Friday, December 9th | 7PM – 9PM
This event is organized by the Meetup Crew and will be held at 1036 Washington Street in Hoboken. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Friday Extended Happy Hour + Live Bands at House of ‘Que
Friday, December 9th | 7PM – 12AM
Enjoy happy hour and live local bands until 9PM at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Bingo Fridays at Black Bear Bar + Grill
Friday, December 9th | 7PM
Win prizes and enjoy drink specials at 205 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
The Budos Band at White Eagle Hall
Friday, December 9th | 8PM
This event will be held at 337 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Hoboken Christmas Exchange Hosted by Hoboken Grace
Saturday, December 10th
Locals are invited to donate gifts or volunteer to bring the joy of Christmas to those in need. This event will be held at 301 Garden Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Holiday Market at Hoboken Community Center
Saturday, December 10th | 10AM – 12PM
The Hoboken Community Center has been collecting new and unwrapped items for its 3rd Annual Holiday Market, which provides locals in need with the opportunity to select holiday presents for family members and loved ones. This event will be held at 1301 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Heights Holiday Market Hosted by Riverview Farmers Market
Saturday, December 10th | 10AM – 4PM
Visitors can holiday shop and enjoy warm food + drink from local businesses including Busy Bee Organics, Fox + Crow, and The Cliff. This event will be held at 498 Palisade Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
JC Families 10th Annual Holiday Party ’22
Saturday, December 10th | 11AM – 2PM
Families can enjoy various activities, including pictures with Santa, holiday-themed picture corners, a giant bubble show, and more. This event will be held at 189 Brunswick Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Photos with Santa at Engel + Völkers Hoboken
Saturday, December 10th | 11AM – 2PM
Snap a free photo with Santa and drop a letter in the mailbox which will be set up at the scene. This event will be held at 159 14th Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Blues, Bourbon + Brunch at Del Frisco’s Grille
Saturday, December 10th | 12PM – 2PM
Enjoy blues, classic rock, and R+B music at 221 River Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
ETERNAL Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up at Madewell
Saturday, December 10th | 12PM – 4PM
Browse permanent jewelry pieces at 202 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Frank Hanavan, Maritime Artist-in-Residence at the Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, December 10th | 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.