Spring has been welcomed and both Mother’s Day and Cinco de Mayo are coming up this week — so we have a variety of happenings in the North Jersey area for all to enjoy. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has everyone covered with an artist and maker market, an art show, a farmers market, and more. Below is the list of Hoboken + Jersey City events happening this weekend, May 5th – May 8th, 2022.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.

Hoboken Girl’s Real Estate Directory
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The Hoboken Girl readers are always seeking recommendations on everything from real estate rental buildings and condos for sale in the North Jersey area, so we thought it’d be helpful to create a guide to these buildings and homes. Meet our new Real Estate Directory, a curated (and ever-growing) list of real estate buildings in Hoboken, Jersey City, and the greater North Jersey area. Discover these local real estate properties, compare and connect for tours, and keep checking back as the directory will be updated on a routine basis with new listings.
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Island Spa & Sauna’s Mother’s Day Workshops + Promotion
Saturday, May 7th and Sunday, May 8th from 4:00PM-4:45PM and 5:00PM-5:45PM | PURCHASE NOW
Island Spa & Sauna, located at 1769 Lincoln Highway in Edison, is a 30,000 square foot Korean day spa that features traditional Korean bathhouses, dry saunas, and luxurious spa services including Korean body scrubs, massages, facials, and more. This Mother’s Day weekend, the spa is hosting meditation workshops, ‘Me Time for Mom’ and ‘I Cherish You’ on Saturday, May 7th and Sunday, May 8th from 4PM-4:45PM and 5PM-5:45PM with Wildflow’r founder Michelle Ng for just $15 per person. (Please note, workshop tickets do not include admission; admission to spa is sold separately). Plus, Island Spa & Sauna is promoting 10% off all gift card purchases in-store and online until May 15th. Gift cards purchased for $250 or more will also receive a complimentary admission ticket to the spa.
Click here to purchase one of the Mother’s Day workshop promotions and click here to learn more about Isla Spa & Sauna.
The Laugh Tour at Dorrian’s Red Hand
Saturday, May 7th at 6:30PM and 8:30PM | BUY TICKETS
Dorrian’s Red Hand located at 555 Washington Boulevard in Jersey City is hosting two comedy shows on Saturday, May 7th at 6:30PM and 8:30PM. The Laugh Tour is hosted by comedian Rich Kiamco and will feature Boris Khaykin from Amazon Red Oaks, Malorie Bryant from Mad Love Comedy, Idris Alton from SF Festival and Kat Belinfante from The Stand. Show tickets purchased online in-advance of the show are $15 and are $20 day of and at the door with a 2 item minimum per person. Additional shows with other comedians will take place throughout May. Please note, doors to the exterior are ajar for ventilation with a fireplace on the inside (these indoor comedy events still require proof of vaccination with ID). The venue and restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
Click here to buy tickets and click here to learn more about Dorrian’s Red Hand.
Hoboken Girl’s Ultimate Mother’s Day Giveaway 2022
Enter by Saturday, May 7th | ENTER GIVEAWAY
In honor of Mother’s Day, The Hoboken Girl team has partnered with nine local Hoboken and Jersey City businesses to treat TWO lucky moms or mom-figures — whether that be for you or someone else in your life. Make sure to enter the giveaway on Instagram by 11:59PM this Saturday, May 7th for the chance to win your mom, mom-figure in your life, or yourself one of the two amazing prize packs. The two winners will be announced on Sunday, May 8th via IG stories.
To enter and learn more about HG’s Ultimate Mother’s Day, Giveaway click here.
11th Annual Hoboken Cinco de Mayo Pub Crawl
Thursday, May 5th | 4PM – 2AM
This event starts at Texas Arizona, 76 River Street in Hoboken, and takes participants to various bars throughout Hoboken such as Tally Ho, 80 River, and Wicked Wolf. Learn more here.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta On The Hudson
Thursday, May 5th | 6PM – 11PM
This event includes festive decorations, mariachi music, a live DJ , delicious Mexican cuisine, and lots of views of the NYC skyline, and will be held at 11 Marin Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Wise Animal Rescue’s Cinco de Mayo Axe Throwing Event at Stumpy’s Hatchet House
Thursday, May 5th | 6PM – 8PM
WAR is raising money for the medical care of the “Days of the Week” chihuahuas the rescue has in its care. This event will be held at 107 Pleasant Avenue in Upper Saddle River. Learn more here.
Cinco de Comedy Stand-Up Comedy Show Hosted by Hudson Harbor + Bomb Comedy Factory
Thursday, May 5th | 7PM – 10PM
The headliner of this comedy show will be Oscar Aydin, along with a lineup of other comedians. This event will be held at 333 Grand Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Cinco de Mayo at Fat Taco
Thursday, May 5th | 7:30PM – 10:30PM
Celebrate with margaritas and tacos at 32 Newark Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Cinco de Mayo Story Time + Craft at Hoboken Public Library
Friday, April 29th | 10:30AM – 11AM
This event will be held at 500 Park Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Hoboken Cinco de Mayo Weekend Bar Crawl
Saturday, May 7th | 4PM – 2AM
This event starts at Texas Arizona, 76 River Street in Hoboken, and takes participants to various bars throughout Hoboken like Mills Tavern, The Shannon, and more. Learn more here.
Mother’s Day Flower Workshop Hosted by Bloomie Flower Studio + The Little Play Co.
Thursday, May 5th | 4PM
This event invites Mothers to make a signature Bloomie bouquet while their kids join in or enjoy a custom-built play space under the Little Play Co teams supervision. This event will be held at 1400 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Jersey City Free Public Library
Friday, May 6th | 9:30AM – 5PM
Pick up a Mother’s Day craft for kids at 326 Eight Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Mom Fest at 902 Brewing
Saturday, May 7th | 12PM – 5PM
This event will be held at 101 Pacific Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Mother’s Day Artisan Market Hosted by Main Street Pops
Sunday, May 8th | 11AM – 4PM
Shop goods from a variety of local makers under the 14th Street Viaduct in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Rock + Roll Playhouse: Mother’s Day Celebration at White Eagle Hall
Sunday, May 8th | 12PM
This event will be held at 337 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Majah Hype Mother’s Day Comedy Show at NJPAC
Sunday, May 8th | 5PM, 7:45PM
The “Caribbean King of Comedy” will be performing at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Thursday, May 5th | 3PM – 5PM
This event will be held at 256 1st Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
HDSID Presents Spring Farmers Market
Thursday, May 5th | 4PM – 6PM
Get ready to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and goodies from local vendors at the spring market of 2022. This market will be located at Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Hoboken Talks Hosted By Hoboken Historical Museum
Thursday, May 5th | 7PM – 8PM
Singer/songwriter Erica Butts talks with Jack Silbert. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Trivia Thursdays at House of ‘Que
Thursday, May 5th | 7PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Reservations are recommended. Learn more here.
Artist in Residence Featuring Widely Grown (James Calleo) at Fox + Crow
Thursday, May 5th | 8PM – 10PM
Just Dance Battle at Hoboken Public Library
Friday, May 6th | 3PM – 5PM
This weekly event will be held at 256 Fifth Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Artist + Maker Market Hosted by HDSID
Friday, May 6th + Saturday, May 7th
This event will be held at the Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City and include an open-air bazaar featuring locally created fine art and premium hand-crafted goods. Learn more here.
Art150Bay Group Show By Residents of Art150 Artists Curated By Tarik Mendes
Friday, May 6th | 6PM – 9PM
This event includes a gallery reception, open studios, live music, and artist discussions, and will be held at 150 Bay Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Country Night at House of ‘Que
Friday, May 6th | 7PM – 12AM
Groove to country music by DJ Big Country all night long at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Lights out Climbing at Gravity Vault Hoboken
Friday, May 6th | 7PM – 9PM
This event will be held at 1423 Clinton Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Madd Hatter’s Dueling Pianos Event
Friday, May 6th | 7PM – 10PM
Madd Hatter is back with its famous Dueling Pianos event. This event will be held at 221 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Bingo Fridays at Black Bear Bar + Grill
Friday, May 6th | 7PM
Win prizes and enjoy drink specials at 205 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Tipsy Opera at Corgi Spirits
Friday, May 6th | 7PM – 10PM
This event will be held at 1 Distillery Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Weekend Wine Down at Urban Souls Yoga
Sunday, May 1st | 7PM – 8:15PM
A yoga session accompanied by wine at 100 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Dinner + Drinks at Lokal Eatery + Bar
Friday, May 6th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This event is organized by the Meetup Crew and will be held at 2 2nd Street in Jersey City. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Curse of the Starving Class at Hudson Theatre Works
Gogol Bordello: Solidaritine Tour at White Eagle Hall
Smorgasburg Jersey City
Saturday, May 7th | 11AM – 6PM
Enjoy food and drinks from a variety of local vendors at Harborside Place, at Hudson Street, in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Frank Hanavan, Maritime Artist-in-Residence at the Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, May 7th | 12:30PM – 3:30PM
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.
Musical Cooking Class by One Great Vegan
Saturday, May 7th | 2PM – 3PM
The Singing Chef Gabrielle Reyes is conducting a live-streaming Musical Cooking Class where she will teach participants how to make some colorful and flavor-tastic treats from the comfort of their kitchens! This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Dueling Pianos at House of ‘Que
Saturday, May 7th | 8PM – 11PM
This event is a food, drink, and music extravaganza, and a Hoboken favorite. Reservations are required. This event will be held at 304 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Paris Monster at Fox + Crow
Saturday, May 7th | 8PM – 10PM
The Slackers at White Eagle Hall
Saturday, May 7th | 8PM
This event will be held at 337 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Big Bang Baby! at Willie McBrides
Saturday, April 30th | 11PM
This event will be held at 616 Grand Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Shorebird Walk at Liberty State Park
Sunday, May 8th | 10AM
A guided bird walk to look for visiting shorebird species at 200 Morris Pesin Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Brunch at Tosti’s
Sunday, May 8th | 11AM – 12PM
This event is organized by the Meetup Crew and will be held at 1024 Washington Street in Hoboken. RSVP required. Learn more here.
Tai Chi Sundays
Sunday, May 8th | 11AM
A seasonal Tai Chi training series that promotes balance, calmness, and mental focus. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Sunday, May 8th | 12PM – 4PM
Pick up a craft grab and go at the Heights Branch, 14 Zabriskie Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
INKubator New Play Festival Hosted by Art House
Sunday, May 8th – Friday, May 20th
These events feature new plays written by the playwrights from the 2021-2022 cohort. Learn more here.
Kids Art Classes Hoboken Historical Museum
Thursday, May 5th | 10AM – 1PM
Bring your child ages 2-5 to 500 Park Avenue in Hoboken for art-making. Learn more here.
Story Time in Church Square Park Organized by the Hoboken Public Library
Thursday, May 5th | 10:30AM – 11AM
This storytime will be held at 400 Garden Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Baby Story Time in Church Square Park Organized by the Hoboken Public Library
Thursday, May 5th | 12PM – 12:30PM
This storytime will be geared towards babies, with board books, finger play rhymes, and lapsit songs, and held at 400 Garden Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Friday Storytime at the Hoboken Historical Museum
Friday, May 6th | 10:30AM – 11AM
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes, and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years. This event will be held at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Mandarin Cooking Class at Möge Tee Hosted by Tessa International School
Saturday, May 7th | 10:15AM – 11:45AM
This event will be held at 564 Washington Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Baby + Me Yoga at Hoboken Public Library
Monday, May 9th | 10:30AM – 11AM
This event will be held at 400 Garden Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Puppetonia Show
Tuesday, May 10th | 10AM
These music and puppet shows incorporate important social skills, early academics, thinking skills, motor skills, and self-expression. This event will be held at 510 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Yoga Story Time en Espanol at Jersey City Free Public Library
Wednesday, May 11th | 10AM – 11AM
Join Mariah Sade Ralph for a physical activity featuring an English and Spanish language immersion and yoga instruction by Zapotec actor and director Liliane Wolf. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Lego Block Party at Hoboken Public Library
Wednesday, May 11th | 3:30PM – 4:30PM
Each Block Party will feature 30 minutes of free build followed by 30 minutes of presentations. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Jane Eyre, The Musical at SOPAC
Thursday, May 5th – Sunday, May 8th
This event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
New York Rangers vs. Pittsburgh Penguins: Stanley Cup Playoffs 1st Round
Thursday, May 5th | 7PM
This event will be held at Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania Plaza in New York City. Learn more here.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at NJPAC
Friday, May 6th – Sunday, May 8th
These artists will be performing at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, May 6th
Films like Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Petite Maman, The Duke, Kiki, The Queen, and Desert Hearts are playing this weekend. These events will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
George Cables: Bethany Jazz Vespers at NJPAC
Saturday, May 7th | 6PM
This Jazz pianist will be performing at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Get The Led Out at The Wellmont Theater
Saturday, May 7th | 8PM
This celebration of Led Zeppelin will be held at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Jared Freid at NJPAC
Saturday, May 7th | 8PM
This comedian will be performing at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
NJPAC Legacy Ball
Sunday, May 8th | 5PM
An extravagant celebration of ballroom culture to honor the history of the LGBTQ+ community. This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
One Night With Nikki Glaser at The Wellmont Theater
Sunday, May 8th | 7PM
This comedian will be performing at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Annual Spring Concert at SOPAC
Monday, May 9th | 7:30PM
This event is presented by the Seton Hall University Arts Council, and will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Photoshoots at The Floral Escape
Ongoing
The Floral Wonderland is an interactive exhibition designed for photoshoots, video shoots, and capturing every memorable moment while immersed in florals. The Floral Escape is located at One Garden State Plaza in Paramus. Learn more here.
Teen Choice Movie Night at Hoboken Public Library
Tuesday, May 10th | 3PM – 5PM
This event will be held at 256 1st Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Teen Mindfulness at Jersey City Free Public Library
Monday, May 9th | 5PM – 6PM
This is a virtual event that talks about mental health and mindfulness. Learn more here.
Hoboken Writing Group
Tuesday, May 10th | 6PM – 8PM
Writers read a portion of their stories, a complete poem, or just attend to be part of a fun creative community and to share supportive feedback. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Liz Ndoye Brings Art + Poetry Into Your Home
Wednesday, May 11th | 10AM – 12PM
This virtual event is hosted by Hoboken Public Library and is a workshop and lecture on Cy Twombly in celebration of National Poetry Month. Learn more here.
Groove on Grove Hosted by HDSID
Wednesday, May 11th
This event features a free summer weekly music series featuring a wide variety of musicians and performers, and will be held at the Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Social Chess Night at Play! Hoboken
Wednesday, May 11th | 6:30PM
Relax, make friends, and play chess. This event is BYOB and for people 18 and up. No RSVP is required. This event will be held at 1012 Grand Street, 3rd Floor, in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Wednesday, May 11th | 8PM – 9PM
This event is organized by the Meetup Crew and will be held at 205 Washington Street in Hoboken. RSVP required. Learn more here.
The Breast Center at Palisades Medical Center – Preparing Patients for Mammograms
The Breast Center at Palisades Medical Center, located at 7650 River Road, 2nd Floor, Suite 240 in North Bergen, provides breast cancer screening, diagnosis, surgical intervention, and support services from an expert team. Call 201-295-4800 to schedule your mammogram with the Hackensack Meridian Health team. Learn more here.
Woodhouse Day Spa – The Perfect Hoboken Oasis for Mother’s Day
Woodhouse Spa, located inside the W Hotel at 225 River Street in Hoboken, where spa treatments and relaxation come together as the gift of inner and outer wellness. Call 201-254-8200 or reach out to [email protected] with questions or to make a reservation. Learn more here.
Sparrow Wine & Liquor Co. – Celebrating 100 Years in Hoboken
Sparrow Wine & Liquor Co. is the premier wine, craft beer, and spirits merchant in Hudson County, featuring 1-hour delivery in Hoboken + discounts on mixed wine bottles. Mix 12 bottles or more for 20% discount and mix 6 bottles or more for 10% discount. Reach the Uptown location, 1224 Shipyard Lane, at 201-659-1501, and the Downtown location, 126 Washington Street, at 201-659-1500. Learn more here.
Hoboken Historical Museum | Hoboken
The Hoboken Historical Museum was able to open during Phase two of the COVID-19 Reopening Plan. With the ability to accept a limited number of guests and to participate safely in city-wide events, the Hoboken Historical Museum is periodically in need of volunteers. To check if a need comes up and slots are available, check the sign-up form here. Volunteers are usually needed to set up information pamphlets, welcome registered guests, organize literature, etc. Learn more here.
Liberty Humane Society | Jersey City
The Liberty Humane Society is an open admission shelter contracted by Jersey City, Hoboken, and Bayonne to take in strays day or night, medically assess the animals, give them vaccinations and microchips, spay or neuter them, and gets them socially prepared for lifelong adoptions. Volunteers help the shelter run smoothly, increase adoptions, and help make the animals happier. Learn more here.
True Mentors | Hoboken
True Mentors is Hoboken’s only one-to-one mentor program. The program matches children ages 7-17 with trained mentors. Volunteers are needed to serve as mentors and can sign up to be trained. Volunteers must be 18 years or older and must make at least a 1-year commitment to their mentee for a minimum of 8 hours per month. Learn more here.
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