Now that November has arrived here in Essex County, it’s time to start thinking about Thanksgiving and other holiday happenings. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has everyone covered with a Vintage Baseball Game at Louis M. Taglieri Jr. Stadium, a Line Dance Party at Grace Church Van Vorst, a Day of the Dead Celebration at the Riverview Farmers Market, and more. Below is the list of Hoboken + Jersey City events happening this weekend November 2nd through November 5th, 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.
Stevens Cooperative School 75th Anniversary + Upcoming Info Sessions
Thursday, November 9th from 12:00PM, Tuesday, November 14th at 9:30AM and Wednesday, December 6th at 9:30AM | REGISTER NOW
Stevens Cooperative School is celebrating its 75th anniversary in May 2024. The school has a diverse population of 430 students from Pre-K 3-8th grade at its Hoboken and Jersey City campuses. This fall, the school is hosting multiple info events for prospective students and families to meet faculty, current students and parents/guardians, as well as learn more about the rigorous and engaging curriculum. Upcoming events include a virtual lunch and learn event on Thursday, November 9th at 12:00PM; an info session for PreK 3-7th grade on Tuesday, November 14th at 9:30AM at the 301 Garden Street campus in Hoboken; and an info session on Wednesday, December 6th at 9:30AM at the 100 River Drive South campus in Jersey City.
Click here for a full list of fall events + to register for a visit and click here to learn more about Stevens Cooperative School.
Give Thanks Promotion at Gotham Nails
Wednesday, November 1st through Tuesday, November 7th | BOOK AN APPOINTMENT
Gotham Nails, located at 515 4th Street in Hoboken, is giving 50% of all nail services (by appointment only) from Wednesday, November 1st until Tuesday, November 7th. The local business has been a beauty staple in the Mile Square for over 19 years and wanted to provide the local community with a way to disconnect and pamper themselves this fall. Make sure you let them know The Hoboken Girl sent you.
Click here to book an appointment and click here to learn more about Gotham Nails.
Tsujita Celebrates One-Year Anniversary + Expanded Menu
Available Now | PLACE YOUR ORDER
Tsujita, located at 2034 Lemoine Avenue in Fort Lee, is celebrating its one-year anniversary next week. The restaurant has expanded its menu to include Japanese-style chirashi boxes and hand roll Maki, as well as a new lunch menu. Originating in Tokyo,Tsujita started as a single ramen shop and has since expanded as a global empire with 83 locations in Japan and 11 different locations in the US — with Fort Lee being its first East Coast restaurant in 2022. Tsujita restaurants are BYOB and house four different styles of ramen including the Tsujita Artisan Noodle which features its original tsukemen recipe with unami and broth that is simmered for 15 hours daily to create richness.
Click here to place an order, click here to follow on Instagram, and click here to learn more about Tsujita.
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club at Dorrian’s Red Hand
Friday, November 3rd at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, November 4th 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, November 3rd at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, November 4th at 6:30PM and 9:00PM. This weekend’s shows will be hosted by comedian Rich Kiamco and will feature comedians from Boston Comedy Festival, NBC, Just For Laughs, Gas Digital, Jersey City Comedy Festival, Nickelodeon, and SLO Comedy Festival. 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 Hoboken Girl Period Supplies Drive 2023
We have partnered with The Flow Initiative to create Project Local Access, a drive for period supplies to distribute to those in need and the community at large. After successful drives in 2021 + 2022 — that collected over 60,000 supplies — Hoboken Girl and The Flow Initiative have set a goal to donate period supplies to at least one school or community center in all 11 towns that make up Hudson County this year. That means reaching last year’s number of 30,000 supplies or more. To make this happen, local businesses throughout Hudson County are coming together to be drop-off spots for period supplies.
The Local Girl Real Estate Listings
Live Now | BROWSE THE DIRECTORY
To make home hunting that much simpler, our parent brand The Local Girl has a Real Estate Listings Directory. The directory is an ever-growing, curated list of 75+ real estate properties throughout New Jersey and New York, from Hoboken, Jersey City, + NYC to Union City, Short Hills, and all the way 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.
Tracy Jones at Art House Productions
Ongoing until November 5th
The comedy-drama play, Tracy Jones, will have its opening night. This event will be held at 345 Marin Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Funny, Like An Abortion at Mile Square Theatre
Ongoing until November 12th
This dark comedy show will be held at 1400 Clinton Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Hoboken Ultimate Frisbee at Sinatra Field
HDSID Fall Farmers Market
Thursday, November 2nd | 4PM – 6PM
Get ready to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and goodies from local vendors at the fall market of 2023. This market will be located at Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Thick Babe Speed Friending at Corgi Spirits
Thursday, November 2nd | 6:30PM
Enjoy a night of body acceptance, good vibes, and new friends. This event will be held at 1 Distillery Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Karaoke Night at 10th + Willow
Thursday, November 2nd | 6:30PM- 10PM
Join a night filled with singing and laughter all in good company. This event will be held at 935 Willow Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Docs That Rock Benefit Concert at Pilsener Haus + Biergarten
Thursday, November 2nd | 7PM – 11PM
Talented doctors will take the stage to jam and raise funds for a good cause. This event will be held at 1422 Grand Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Trivia Night at House of ‘Que
Thursday, November 2nd | 8PM – 11PM
This event will be held at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Reservations are recommended. Learn more here.
Widely Grown at Fox + Crow
Thursday, November 2nd | 8PM – 10PM
This musical event will be held at 594 Palisade Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Descendants the Musical at Hoboken Middle School
Friday, November 3rd – Sunday, November 5th | Various times
Watch a theatre production of the Disney film, Descendants. This event will be held at 158 4th Street #2 in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Friday Workout at Northwest Resiliency Park
Friday, November 3rd | 5:45AM
A weekly workout for all men to take part in a boot camp-style workout. This event will be held at 12th and Jefferson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Japan Flag Raising 2023 at City Hall Plaza
Friday, November 3rd | 11:30AM
This event will be held at 280 Grove Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Fun Friday at Biblioteca Criolla
Friday, November 3rd | 3PM – 4:30PM
Join an afternoon of board games, chess, checkers, and puzzles. This event will be held at 472 Jersey Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Italian Karaoke at Blue Eyes Restaurant
Friday, November 3rd | 7PM
Enjoy a night of $10 drinks, food, company, and singing. This event will be held at 525 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Line Dance Party at Grace Church Van Vorst
Friday, November 3rd | 7PM – 11PM
Come join a Line Dance Party and raise funds for Family Promise of Hudson County. This event will be held at 39 Erie Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Slow Fade at Nimbus Arts Center
Friday, November 3rd – Saturday, November 4th | 8PM
Four distinct dance works will be presented that blend movement and emotion. This event will be held at 329 Warren Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Lunasmith at Finnegan’s Pub
Friday, November 3rd | 8PM
This musical event will be held at 734 Willow Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Adult Ultimate Frisbee Friday Nights at 1600 Park
Friday, November 3rd | 8:30PM – 10:30PM
Participants of all levels are welcome to join a night of frisbee. This event will be held at 1600 Park Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
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.
Run for Liberty 5K at Liberty State Park
Saturday, November 4th | 9AM
Runners, walkers, and spectators are welcome to come out and support an event benefiting The Friends of Liberty State Park. This event will be held at 200 Morris Pesin Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Uptown Farmer’s Market in Hoboken
Saturday, November 4th | 9AM – 2PM
This market will be open for business between Grand and Adam Street under the 14th Street Viaduct in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Hoboken Harvest Festival + Craft Market at Pier A Park
Saturday, November 4th | 11AM – 3PM
Families can enjoy a day of live music and free activities including a hay maze, pony rides, a petting zoo, a pumpkin patch, and more. This event will be held at Pier A Park in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Vintage Baseball Game at Louis M. Taglieri Jr. Stadium
Saturday, November 4th | 12PM – 2PM
The Hoboken High School Athletic Department and the Hoboken Historical Museum will host a vintage baseball exhibition game. This event will be held at Jefferson Street between 10th and 11th Streets in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Ben Goldman Water + Oil Opening Reception at Mason Civic League
Saturday, November 4th | 12PM – 3PM
In his first show of new work in over a decade, Ben Goldman presents Water and Oil. This event will be held at 1200 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
College Gameday Saturdays at House of ‘Que
Saturday, November 4th | 12PM – 7PM
Watch college football while enjoying drink specials. Reservations are required and it will be held at 304 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Musical Cooking Class by One Great Vegan
Saturday, November 4th | 2PM – 3PM
The singing chef, Gabrielle Reyes is conducting a live-streamed Musical Cooking Class. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Geraldine Anderson Gaines + Ibou Ndoye Opening Reception at Art House Productions
Saturday, November 4th | 4:30PM – 7:30PM
Celebrate the works by Geraldine Anderson Gaines and Ibou Ndoye, curated by Andrea McKenna. This event will be held at 345 Marin Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Namaste Hoboken Diwali Party at Club Haus
Saturday, November 4th | 5PM – 8PM
A Diwali celebration featuring food, dessert, DJ, dancing, and kids activities. This event will be held at 422 Grand Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Kugel Bake-Off at Temple Beth-El
Saturday, November 4th | 5:30PM
A cooking competition showcasing an array of kugels made by members of Temple Beth-El. This event will be held at 2419 Kennedy Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Deb Devi at Fox + Crow
Saturday, November 4th | 8PM – 10PM
This musical event will be held at 594 Palisade Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Community Bike Ride at Monroe Center Plaza
Sunday, November 5th | 11AM
Come out on this family-friendly bike ride to take a spin around the decorated Halloween streets of Hoboken. This event will be held at Monroe Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Day of the Dead Celebration at the Riverview Farmers Market
Sunday, November 5th | 11AM – 2PM
Celebrate the Mexican-based tradition with live music, a costume contest, dances, and other activities. This event will be held at 498 Palisades Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
The Great Pumpkin Smash in Jersey City
Sunday, November 5th | 12PM – 2PM
Smash and compost Halloween pumpkin, where smashing materials will be provided. This event will be held at 353-361 6th Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
An Urban Village at Hoboken Historical Museum
Sunday, November 5th | 4PM
Celebrate the release of a new oral history chapbook, An Urban Village, Recollections of Tom Newman. This event will be held at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Industry Night at Rooftop at Exchange Place
Sunday, November 5th | 4PM – 11PM
Chefs, bartenders, and servers can enjoy discounted eats including sliders, fries, and cocktails. This event will be held at 1 Exchange Place in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Kids Art Classes at Hoboken Historical Museum
Thursday, November 2nd | 10AM – 12PM
Bring your child aged 2-5 to 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken for art-making. Learn more here.
Storytime at Hoboken Historical Museum
Friday, November 3rd | 10AM – 11AM
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes, and sing-alongs with children. This event will be held at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
The Science Behind Pixar at Liberty Science Center
Saturday, November 3rd | Various times
Explore the science and technology that artists + computer scientists use to create Pixar films + characters. This event will be held at 222 Jersey City Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Puppetonia Show
Wednesday, November 8th | 10AM, 11AM, 12:30PM
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.
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- HDSID Farmers Market — Jersey City | November 2nd; Learn more here.
- Hackensack Brewing Vinyl Thursdays — Hackensack | November 2nd; Learn more here.
- Union Farmer’s Market — Union | November 2nd; Learn more here.
- Parsippany Farmers Market — Parsippany | November 3rd; Learn more here.
- Van Vorst Farmers Market — Jersey City | November 4th; Learn more here.
- Asbury Park Dia De Los Muertes Parade — Asbury Park | November 4th; Learn more here.
- Hoboken Uptown Farmers Market — Hoboken | November 4th; Learn more here.
- Scotch Plains Farmers Market — Scotch Plains | November 4th; Learn more here.
- Bedminster Farmers Market — Bedminster | November 4th; Learn more here.
- Fall Harvest Festival Hoboken — Hoboken | November 4th; Learn more here.
- Wayne Farmers Market — Wayne | November 4th; Learn more here.
- Santa Paws with AHS — Newark | November 4th; Learn more here.
- Clinton Community Farmers Market — Clinton | November 5th; Learn more here.
- Paramus Food Truck + Music Festival — Paramus | November 5th; Learn more here.
- West End Farmers Market — Hackettstown | November 5th; Learn more here.
- Duck Donuts 5k — Bridgewater | November 5th; Learn more here.
- Summit Farmers Market — Summit | November 5th; Learn more here.
- Pet Parade + Costume Contest at Riverside Park — Jersey City | November 5th; Learn more here.
- Garden State Plaza Farmers Market Hosted by Mega Bite — Paramus | November 5th; Learn more here.
- Farmers Market at Church Square Park — Hoboken | November 7th; Learn more here.
