The next few days are packed with local happening as we say hello to the month of May in Hudson County. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has everyone covered with fun things to do locally, like the Hoboken Spring Arts + Music Festival, a Comedy Night Fundraiser at Mile Square Theatre, Art on Tap at 902 Brewing Co., and more. Below is the list of Hoboken + Jersey City events happening this weekend, May 4th – May 7th, 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.
Sip + Scan Event at Dental Associates of Hoboken
Thursday, May 11th from 4:00PM-8:00PM | RESERVE YOUR SPOT
Dental Associates of Hoboken, located at 233 Washington Street, is hosting a sip and scan event next Thursday, May 11th from 4:00PM-8:00PM. Event attendees can learn more about Invisalign as you enjoy a complimentary 3D dental health scan, as well as canapes, wine, and fun giveaways including prizes and gift cards from local Hoboken businesses. There are limited spaces for the event, so make sure you reserve your spot. Plus, when you mention ‘Hoboken Girl’, you can also receive a free Sonicare toothbrush when you start an Invisalign treatment between May 11th through May 31st.
Call 201-795-211 or fill out the contact form to reserve your spot and click here to learn more about Dental Associates of Hoboken.
Hoboken Family Chiropractic + Wellness Open House Event
Thursday, May 11th from 5:30PM-7:30PM | RSVP NOW
Hoboken Family Chiropractic + Wellness, located at 113 Monroe Street, is hosting an open house event to introduce its new Winback Therapy device next Thursday, May 11th from 5:30PM-7:30PM. Event attendees will get to experience the Winback Therapy device, which helps relieve pain, improve scar healing, and accelerates convalescence. Plus, the event will feature refreshments, wine, and a fun raffle. Make sure you let them know The Hoboken Girl sent you.
Click here to RSVP for the event and click here to learn more about Hoboken Family Chiropractic + Wellness.
Membership Promotion at Physique 57 Hoboken
Available Until June 30th | PURCHASE A MEMBERSHIP
Physique 57, located at 104 Hudson Street, Suite 4 in Hoboken, opened this past March and features high-intensity, low-impact barre classes that are designed for any body. Each class is individually choreographed with a curated playlist by each instructor and no two workouts are ever the same at this fitness studio. From now until June 30th, you can receive 20% off any month-to-month membership when you use the code ‘HobokenGirl’ online.
Click here to purchase a membership and learn more about Physique 57 Hoboken.
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club at Dorrian’s Red Hand
Friday, May 5th at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, May 6th 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 5th at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, May 6th at 6:30PM and 9:00PM. Turner Sparks hosts Friday and Rich Kiamco hosts Saturday and will feature comedians from Nickelodeon, ABC’s Our America, Sirius XM, Vice Magazine, Comics to Watch, NY Underground Fest, Netflix, New York Comedy, HBO Game Theory, Cast Member, and Footloose. 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.
W. Kodak Jeweler’s Lab Grown Diamond Event + Promo
Saturday, May 6th from 11:00AM-6:00PM | MORE DETAILS
W. Kodak Jewelers, located at 1123 Hudson Street in Hoboken, is hosting an exclusive lab grown diamond event this Saturday from 11:00AM-6:00PM and will feature stunning engagement rings, diamond studs, tennis bracelets, fun giveaways, light bites and champagne. The team will also be available to help you pick out the perfect Mother’s Day gift and answer all your questions about lab grown diamonds. Plus, you can receive 15% off your purchase of in-stock lab grown jewelry during the event when you mention ‘Hoboken Girl’ (promotion valid during event only).
Click here for more details about the lab grown diamond event and click here to learn more about W. Kodak Jewelers.
Well Being Yoga and Therapeutics’ Upcoming Retreat
November 5th – November 11th | SIGN UP
Well Being Yoga and Therapeutics, is hosting an upcoming wellness retreat this fall from November 5th-11th in Cartagena, Colombia. During the trip, you will join local Jersey City yoga teacher and birth doula Melissa Grywalski, in the opportunity to see some of Cartagena’s iconic sites + wellness activities including a cooking class, a city walking tour, a boat ride to the Rosario Islands, kayaking, and a visit to Totumo mud volcano. Plus, discounted booking prices for the retreat are available till June.
Click here to sign up for the retreat and click here to learn more about Well Being Yoga and Therapeutics.
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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.
Hoboken Ultimate Frisbee at Sinatra Field
HDSID Presents Summer Farmers Market
Thursday, May 4th | 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.
Action Through the Arts Discussion on Zoom
Thursday, May 4th | 4:30PM
The Holocaust Resource Center of Kean University will be hosting a discussion “Action Through the Arts: Creative Strategies to Implement Civics in the Classroom” with guest speaker Carl Brister, an artist, activist, educator, and instructional coach. This event will be held virtually and registration is required. Learn more here.
No Place Like Home at The Box Cafe
Thursday, May 4th | 6:30PM
No Place Like Home is a dinner and dance-theater experience. This event will be held at 115 Palisade Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Pre + Post-Natal Mental Health: Navigating a Major Life Transition at Hoboken Chiropractic + Wellness
Thursday, May 4th | 6:30PM
A discussion on navigating a major life transition with a team hosted by Be.Well. and Hoboken Family Chiropractic + Wellness. This event will be held at 113 Monroe Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
How To Work Best with Highly Creative People Webinar on Zoom
Thursday, May 4th | 7PM – 8PM
This free webinar will help those looking for guidance and best practices for working with highly creative freelancers and digital pros. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Comedy Night Fundraiser at Mile Square Theatre
Thursday, May 4th | 7:30PM
This will be a comedy night to raise funds for Home Sweet Hudson, serving families of Children with Special Needs, and for the theatre. This event will be held at 1400 Clinton Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Fondue Class at Cheese + Wine Hoboken
Thursday, May 4th | 7:30PM – 9PM
After a welcoming glass of sparking wine, their Swiss cheese specialist will be demonstrating how to make a traditional cheese fondue, featuring Gourmino World Champion Cheeses, followed by tasting two carefully paired white wines to enjoy with your fondue. This event will be held at 720 Monroe Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Second Sets with Widely Grown at Fox + Crow
Thursday, May 4th | 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 4th | 8PM – 11PM
This event will be held at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Reservations are recommended. Learn more here.
Cinco de Mayo Block Party in Hoboken
Friday, May 5th | 4PM
Come for a night out of fun where Fat Taco + Tequila Bar, Birch, Texas Arizona, and more vendors will open their doors. There will be live DJs, entertainment, food, and drink specials This event will be held at various locations in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Kevin Gastelum at Hudson Hall
Friday, May 5th | 5:30PM – 7PM
UFC fighter Kevin Gastelum will be making an appearance and signing autographs at 364 Marin Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Jersey City Craft Beer Fest at Liberty State Park
Friday, May 5th | 6:30PM – 10PM
This festival will have a local variety of superbly fermented beer and cider in all styles combining the elements of a Beer Garden. Guests will enjoy craft beer samples for the entire evening paired with live entertainment, food, and interactive games. This event will be held at 1 Audrey Zapp Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Midnight Market in Downtown Jersey City
Friday, May 5th | 6:30PM – 12AM
Midnight Market is a late-night food festival curated for aged 21 and over food enthusiasts. There will be an international and lineup of 20 food trucks and food vendors’ tents. Multiple bars will be on site, several DJs all night, and all the vendors are serving small plate-style menus. This event will be held at 272 Coles Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Supper Club at Jam Cakery Events
Friday, May 5th | 7PM
Come out to this Cinco de Mayo-themed event where there will be welcome cocktails, live music, reiki-infused dinner, and more. This event will be held at 326 5th Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Paint + Sip Night at Playday Hoboken
Friday, May 5th | 7PM – 9PM
Unleash your inner artist while sipping on your favorite drink and enjoy the company of friends. Playday’s instructor will guide you step-by-step to create your own masterpiece. This event will be held at 99 Park Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Sound Bath Energy Healing at Urban Souls
Friday, May 5th | 7PM – 9PM
Led by Leigh and Brendan, this Sound Bath experience is created to be a self-care experience to aid in the healing and strengthening of the mind-body connection. This event will be held at 100 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Madd Hatter’s Dueling Pianos Event
Friday, May 5th | 7PM – 10PM
Madd Hatter’s famous Dueling Pianos event will be held at 221 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Tom Barrett + the Cuts + More with DJ Look At My Records! at Sip Studios
Friday, May 5th | 7PM – 11:30PM
Tom Barrett and the Cuts, Cor De Lux, CR and the Nones, and Sean Kiely will be among the performer lineup. This event will be held at 140 Sip Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Viewing Party at Six26 — Lounge + Rooftop
Friday, May 5th | 8PM
This weekly event will be held at 128 Christopher Columbus Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
The HotBox Comedy Talk Show in Jersey City
Friday, May 5th | 8PM
This comedy talk show will be held at 156 Culver Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
New Power Soul at Willie McBrides
Friday, May 5th | 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.
Shipyard Marina Exhibition at Hoboken Historical Museum
Ongoing
This exhibition is open for display at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Free Admission at Liberty Science Center
Saturday, May 6th + Sunday, May 7th | Various times
Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive free general admission to Liberty Science Center, located at 222 Jersey City Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Trade + Trade Routes Social Studies Fair 2023 at Hudson Montessori School
Saturday, May 6th | 9AM – 2PM
Explore a free museum-quality experience with 14 galleries of exhibits, face painting, a balloon artist and magician, arts and crafts, food, music, and more. This event will be held at 10 Regent Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Uptown Farmer’s Market in Hoboken
Saturday, May 6th | 9AM – 2PM
This market will be open for business between Grand and Adam Street under the 14th Street Viaduct in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Coffee at Lakawanna
Saturday, May 6th | 10AM – 11AM
This event is organized by The Meetup Crew and will be held at 325 Warren Street in Jersey City. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Coffee at The Roost Outpost
Saturday, May 6th| 10AM – 11AM
This event is organized by The Meetup Crew and will be held at 55 1st Street in Hoboken. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Hudson County History + Heritage Month Celebration at Lincoln Park
Saturday, May 6th | 11AM – 2PM
This annual celebration will be transforming a historic site into a family-friendly spot featuring live music, face painting, food, and meet + greets with local organizations. This event will be held at 1 County Road 605 in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Saturday, May 6th | 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, May 6th | 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.