It is now mid-May here in Hudson County, and everyone is out and about while taking in the warm temperatures. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has everyone covered with fun things to do locally, like a Senior Art Show at Brennan Court House, Mocha Mic with Millie at The Loft Art Lounge, Comedy Night at Panela, and more. Below is the list of Hoboken + Jersey City events happening this weekend, May 18th – May 21st, 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.
Mizuho Americas Open Brings LPGA Tour To Jersey City
Wednesday, May 31st – Sunday, June 4th | PURCHASE TICKETS
The Mizuho Americas Open and the LPGA Tour comes to Liberty National Golf Club, located at 100 Caven Point Road in Jersey City, for the first time on Wednesday, May 31st through Sunday, June 4th. Hosted by LPGA icon and Major Champion, Michelle Wie West, the tournament will feature 120 LPGA Tour professional women golfers while 24 women junior golfers from the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) Tour will compete in a separate tournament. The tournament will showcase the best women golfers in the world as they compete for a $2.75 million purse — one of the largest non-major championship purses on the LPGA Tour this 2023 season.
Click here to purchase tickets and click here to learn about the Mizuho Americas Open.
Hello Hydration’s New Location + Spring/Summer Promotions
Available until August 31st | BOOK AN APPOINTMENT
Hello Hydration, located at 132 Washington Street #302 in Hoboken and 255 Route 3, Suite 206 in Secaucus, is opening a third location in Garden State Plaza Mall this month. From now until August 31st, all three med spa locations will be running a special spring/summer promotion for HG readers. You can receive $10/unit for Botox (regularly $12/unit), $150 off fillers (regularly $700), and $50 off your next treatment (must be booked within 90 days of last treatment), when you mention ‘Hoboken Girl’ when booking your appointment.
Click here to book an appointment and click here to learn more about Hello Hydration.
Rosé Soirée at Terra e Mare
Friday, May 19th from 7:30PM-9:30PM | BUY TICKETS
Terra e Mare, located inside Hudson House at 2 Chapel Ave, Unit 2 in Jersey City, is hosting a Rosé Soirée this Friday, May 19th from 7:30PM-9:30PM to kick off the warm weather season. The event will include two hours of endless rosé from their various partners, passed hors d’oeuvres and delicious food stations as you enjoy golden hour on the Hudson. Make sure you let them know The Hoboken Girl sent you.
Click here to purchase your tickets to the Rosé Soirée and click here to learn more about Terra e Mare located within Hudson House.
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club at Dorrian’s Red Hand
Friday, May 19th at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, May 20th 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, May 19th at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, May 20th at 6:30PM and 9:00PM. Rich Kiamco hosts Friday and Aaron Kominos-Smith hosts Saturday and will feature comedians from Sirius XM, Nickelodeon, The Nick Cannon Show, Good Times, Funny Women of a Certain Age, Adult Swim, Edinburgh Fringe, and Netflix. 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.
The Local Girl Real Estate Listings
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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.
Save Ellis Island Hard Hat Tours at Ellis Island
Ongoing
This is a 90-minute guided tour of the unrestored Ellis Island Immigrant Hospital Complex. Tickets offer self-guided Audio Tour headsets as you tour around both Ellis Island and Liberty Island. This event will be held at Ellis Island in Jersey City. Learn more here.
New Play Festival at Jersey City Theater Center
Thursday, May 18th – Sunday, May 21st | Various times
The festival will feature a collection of works by both emerging and established playwrights, exploring the theme of resilience. This event will be held at 165 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Hoboken Ultimate Frisbee at Sinatra Field
HDSID Presents Summer Farmers Market
Thursday, May 18th | 4PM – 6PM
Get ready to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and goodies from local vendors at the summer market of 2023. This market will be located at Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Job + Volunteer Expo at Multi-Service Center
Thursday, May 18th | 4:30PM – 6PM
This event will be held at 124 Grand Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Senior Art Show at Brennan Court House
Thursday, May 18th | 6PM – 8PM
This event will be held at 583 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Tenants Town Hall at Mary McLeod Bethune Life Center
Thursday, May 18th | 6PM – 8PM
This event will be held at 140 Martin Luther King Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Mocha Mic with Millie at The Loft Art Lounge
Thursday, May 18th | 6PM – 9PM
Join Millicent “Millie” Ansah for Jersey City’s newest monthly open mic series. This event will be held at 683 Communipaw Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Comedy Night at Panela
Thursday, May 18th | 7PM
Hosted by Tony Loud, guests are welcome to dine and enjoy Panela’s comedy show, with comedians from across the tri-state. This event will be held at 36-42 Newark Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Craft Beer Dinner at Liberty House
Thursday, May 18th | 7PM – 9PM
Join Liberty House for a four-course craft beer dinner with beer pairings from local Jersey City brewery, 902 Brewing Co. This event will be held at 76 Audrey Zapp Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
The Sacred Comedy Show at Sip Studios
Thursday, May 18th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This monthly show where comedy meets wellness will feature Casey Bauer, Liz Miele, and Dara Jemmott. This event will be held at 140 Sip Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Indie Rock Live Music at Finnegan’s Pub
Thursday, May 18th | 8PM
Enjoy a night of indie rock music where Strange Neighbors, Underlined Passengers, and Dog In A Man Suit will be performing. This event will be held at 734 Willow Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Mike Preen Trio at Fox + Crow
Thursday, May 18th | 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, May 18th | 8PM – 11PM
This event will be held at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Reservations are recommended. Learn more here.
Spongebob the Musical at Hoboken High School
Friday, May 19th – Sunday, May 21st | Various times
Hoboken Public School District will take the audience to the nautical world of Bikini Bottom with The SpongeBob Musical. This event will be held at 800 Clinton Street. Learn more here.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Viewing Party at Six26 — Lounge + Rooftop
Friday, May 19th | 7PM
This weekly event will be held at 128 Christopher Columbus Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Madd Hatter’s Dueling Pianos Event
Friday, May 19th | 7PM – 10PM
Madd Hatter’s famous Dueling Pianos event will be held at 221 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Free Salsa in Sinatra Park Hosted by Riverview Jazz
This new salsa series organized by the Hoboken Business Alliance + hosted by Riverview Jazz includes live music and salsa dancing lessons — for free entry. This event will be held at Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Rosé Soirée at Terra e Mare
Friday, May 19th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Kick off the warm weather season with endless rosé, food stations, and passed hors d’oeuvres. This event will be held at 2 Chapel Ave Unit 2 in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Strangers Stopping Strangers at White Eagle Hall
Friday, May 19th | 8PM
This musical performance will be held at 337 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Green Knuckle Material at Willie McBrides
Friday, May 19th | 11PM
This event will be held at 616 Grand Street in Hoboken. 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.
Mental Health Matters at Annie + Em’s Bake Shop Hosted by Coming From the Heart Podcast
Saturday, May 20th | 8:30AM – 2PM
This fundraising event is in support of the Hoboken Shelter and will be held at 155 3rd Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Holi Hai Color Walk at Pier A Park
Saturday, May 20th | 9AM
Surati for Performing Arts is returning with the Holi Hai Color Walk to celebrate Indian culture. This event will be held at Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Uptown Farmer’s Market in Hoboken
Saturday, May 20th | 9AM – 2PM
This market will be open for business between Grand and Adam Street under the 14th Street Viaduct in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Bird Walk at Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, May 20th | 9:30AM – 11:30AM
Join a neighborhood bird walk with Jeff Train, which will start from the museum and head up to Stevens Institute of Technology. This event will be held at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Women’s Wellness Fair at Multi-Service Center
Saturday, May 20th | 10AM – 2PM
This event will be held at 124 Grand Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
The Golden Rule Sailing Ship at Liberty State Park
Saturday, May 20th | 11AM – 2PM
Veterans For Peace will be bringing its famed anti-nuke, anti-war sailboat to 1 Audrey Zapp Dr in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Open House Party at Bond Vet
Saturday, May 20th | 11AM – 1PM
Come out and celebrate the grand opening of Bond Vet’s third New Jersey clinic location. This event will be held at 357 Marin Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Saturday, May 20th | 11:30AM
This event will be held at 220 9th Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Holi Hai Color Festival at Exchange Place
Saturday, May 20th | 12PM – 8PM
Surati for Performing Arts is returning with the Holi Hai Color Festival to celebrate Indian culture. This event will be held at Montgomery Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Frank Hanavan, Maritime Artist-in-Residence at the Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, May 20th | 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.
Fundraiser at St. Mary’s Advocates
Saturday, May 20th | 12PM – 4:30PM
St. Mary’s Advocates welcomes guests to come out and raise funds to support Steven’s students as they compete in a sustainability competition. This event will be held at 536 Garden Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Walkway Pops at Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, May 20th | 1PM – 6PM
Enjoy local vendors at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.