The warmer weather is calling our name and locals are looking forward to going out and enjoying all of the activities happening this weekend and beyond in Hudson County. Below is the list of (over 120!) Hoboken + Jersey City events happening this weekend, May 30th through June 2nd, 2024. Submit your community events HERE.
Disclaimer: This is a community resource. Submit events HERE and view the full calendar HERE. The Hoboken Girl is not affiliated with hosting unless explicitly stated.
Hudson River Showcase Returns
Waterfront Walkway South Lower Sinatra Drive, Hoboken
Saturday — June 8th at 10AM-2PM (rain date 6/9)
The 2nd annual Hudson River Showcase is back, featuring 100+ models of vintage and exotic automobiles along the Hoboken waterfront, and is a free event for spectators. There will be live jazz music + Sinatra tunes from Lonnie Youngblood, a Patron mobile bar, + a curated display inspired by Frank Sinatra’s legendary car collection including a rare Lamborghini Miura. Car collectors can apply for participation here ($50 registration fee if accepted).
The 11th Annual Jersey City Jazz Festival is Back
Exchange Place Pedestrian Plaza Jersey City
Wednesday, May 29th – Sunday, June 2nd
The Jersey City Jazz Festival kicks off its annual city-wide party this Wednesday and will feature 40 performances. The festival will be held at various JC venues on the weeknights + culminate in a two-day, three-stage party along the Hudson waterfront. Most of the programming will be free-to-the-public (excluding some weeknight club performances + the Ford’s Gin Row tented stage).
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club at Dorrian’s Red Hand
Dorrian’s Red Hand 555 Washington Street, Jersey City
Thursday — May 30th at 8:45PM
Friday — May 31st at 7:30PM + 9:45PM
Saturday — June 1st at 6:30PM + 9PM
Enjoy five comedy shows this week hosted by Rich Kiamco + guest host Alex Quow featuring comedians from Comedy Central, Sirius XM, HBO, Netflix, and more. Show tickets are $25 for all shows plus a 2-item minimum per person + 20% gratuity.
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ICYMI: ‘The Hoboken Girl’ Breakfast Sandwich is Now PERMANENT on the Alessio’s Menu
Photo Credit: Hannah Taub
After selling almost 2,000 sandwiches in the month of March and donating $1,953 to local non-profit York Street Project, The Hoboken Girl Breakfast Sandwich is now a PERMANENT addition to the Alessio’s menu. The sandwich is available at both Alessio’s locations (539 Park Avenue, Hoboken + 99 Franklin Street, Jersey City), and we will be donating our portion of the sales to a different non-profit each quarter.
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Community FoodBank of New Jersey | 31 Evans Terminal Road #1, Hillside
The Community FoodBank of New Jersey, a member of Feeding America®, is the leading anti-hunger + anti-poverty organization in the state. What started as a modest enterprise in the back of founder Kathleen DiChiara’s station wagon in downtown Newark in 1975 became an incorporated non-profit in 1982 and has grown to two warehouse facilities in Hillside + Egg Harbor Township. Learn more here.
Family Promise of Hudson County | Jersey City
Family Promise addresses homelessness by using the resources of volunteer congregations in Hoboken + Jersey City by providing space in their buildings to serve as temporary homes for homeless families. Each Family Promise affiliate also has a day center, where families can take showers, receive case management, and look for housing and jobs. Family Promise relies on volunteers to give their time, making meals, sharing hospitality, spending the night, playing with children, and lending their passion and expertise to help families get back on their feet. Learn more here.
The Hoboken Shelter | 300 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken
The Hoboken Shelter hosts 50 guests nightly + serves more than 1,000 meals throughout the week. As a full-service community partner, the Hoboken Shelter is a necessary resource within the neighborhood. The Shelter is always in need of donations + support to help keep its doors open and welcoming to its guests. Learn more here.
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Have an amazing weekend! xo.