Although it doesn’t feel like fall just yet in Hudson County, the weekend schedule is packed with lots of fall happenings and activities. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has everyone covered with LSC After Dark at Liberty Science Center, Screenings on the Green at W Hoboken, Rhythms of Wellbeing at YogaRenew, and more. Below is the list of Hoboken + Jersey City events happening this weekend October 5th through October 8th, 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.
Boards and Bottle Nights at Il Tavolo di Palmisano
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights | MAKE A RESERVATION
Il Tavolo di Palmisano, located at 700 Clinton Street in Hoboken, is an authentic Italian restaurant that features home-style cooking and signature recipes with a modern twist. Along with the restaurant’s mouthwatering menu, the team creates new entree specials weekly along with a unique cocktail. On Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, Il Tavolo also has Board and Bottle nights where you can choose four delicious bruschetta and a bottle of Pinot Grigio or Chianti for just $26. Make sure you let them know The Hoboken Girl sent you.
Call 201-253-0591 or click here to make a reservation and click here to learn more about Il Tavolo di Palmisano.
The Laugh Tour Comedy Club at Dorrian’s Red Hand
Friday, October 6th at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, October 7th 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, October 6th at 7:30PM and 9:45PM and Saturday, October 7th at 6:30PM and 9:00PM. All shows are hosted by comedian Rich Kiamco and will feature comedians from NYCD, Tiny Cupboard, CBS, Comedy Central, Boston Comedy Festival, NY Comedy Club, Netflix, Nickelodeon, Sirius XM, Stand Up NY, and Jersey City 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.
Open House at Saddle River Day School
Saturday, October 14th at 10:00AM | LEARN MORE
Saddle River Day School, located at 147 Chestnut Ridge Road in Saddle River, is an independent, coeducational day school inspiring students from Preschool (age three) through Grade 12 to think, solve, and achieve — in academics and life. The school is hosting an open house event on Saturday, October 14th starting at 10:00AM followed by the school’s Fall Festival and Homecoming BBQ from 12:00PM-4:00PM. Prospective students and families can tour the campus, learn more about the school’s academics and signature programs, while enjoying delicious food and meeting current faculty members, as well as other SDRS families. Plus, prospective students can also sign up to visit the school and become a Saddle River Rebel for the day — students will see classes with a student ambassador, have lunch with Chef Mark, and see why other students love SRDS. Email Kris Sweeny at ksweeny@saddleriverday.org or call 201-327-4050 to register for a visit day.
Click here for more info about the open house event and to learn more about Saddle River Day School.
Pitness in the Park
Saturday, October 21st from 11:00AM-4:00PM | PURCHASE TICKETS
The 6th Annual Pitness in the Park is happening on Saturday, October 21st from 11:00AM-4:00PM at Hamilton Park in downtown Jersey City featuring local vendors, fitness classes, pet portraits, a leash clinic, raffles, and more. The fundraising event helps promote Pitbull awareness and raises funds for local rescues and is 100% donation and volunteer based with all proceeds being donated directly to Jersey Pits Rescue. The Saturday event is dog-friendly — all dogs that attend must be dog + people-friendly.
Click here to purchase tickets and click here to follow on IG and learn more about Pitness in the Park.
The Hoboken Girl’s Fall Refresh Guide 2023
Ongoing | BROWSE FALL DEALS
To get into the fall spirit, we’ve put together a guide to deals to local businesses — ranging from healthy food + drink, wellness, mental health, beauty, fitness, + more, so our readers can explore new and local businesses around the area using a code exclusive to The Hoboken Girl to shop locally and achieve the perfect fall refresh. All of the deals are valid from now through Tuesday, October 31st at 11:59PM, so make sure to book, buy, and schedule your appointments now. Don’t forget to mention The Hoboken Girl so they know we sent you (and some will even have a limited-time deal for you if you do).
Click here to browse all of the deals and learn more about HG’s Fall Refresh Guide 2023.
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 70+ real estate properties throughout New Jersey, from Hoboken, Jersey City, + NYC to Westfield, Montclair, 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.
Romeo + Juliet at Nimbus Arts Center
Ongoing until October 22nd
The Curtain will present a production of Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet. This event will be held at 329 Warren Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Hoboken Ultimate Frisbee at Sinatra Field
Thursday, October 5th | 7AM
This free, co-ed event will be held at 525 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Strength Sculpt with Melanie at The Fit Club
Thursday, October 5th | 7:30AM – 8:15AM
This event will be held at 1301 Adams Street C3 in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Volunteering Opportunity at Hoboken Community Center
Thursday, October 5th | 2:15PM – 3:15PM
Aspiring volunteers can join the “Load Bags” shift. This event will be held at 1301 Washington Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
HDSID Fall Farmers Market
Thursday, October 5th | 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.
LSC After Dark: Oktoberfest at Liberty Science Center
Thursday, October 5th | 6PM – 10PM
Enjoy a night of beer, food, dancing, new shows, and exhibits to celebrate Oktoberfest. This event will be held at 222 Jersey City Boulevard in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Author Michael Tedder at Little City Books
Thursday, October 5th | 7PM
Author Michael Tedder will discuss his work, Top Eight: How MySpace Changed Music alongside Jason Lipschutz, an Executive Director of Music at Billboard. This event will be held at 100 Bloomfield Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Screening on the Green at W Hoboken
Thursday, October 5th | 7:45PM – 10PM
A “silent” outdoor movie experience under the stars, premiering some of the top movies of all time. This event will be held at 225 River Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
LKFFCT, Jon Cozz + the Umarells, + Sunny Boyy at Pet Shop
Thursday, October 5th | 7PM – 11:30PM
This musical performance will be held at 193 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Blanket Approval, Becky Crosby, + Emergencies at Finnegan’s Pub
Thursday, October 5th | 8PM
This musical performance will be held at 734 Willow Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Trivia Night at House of ‘Que
Thursday, October 5th | 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, October 5th | 8PM – 10PM
This musical event will be held at 594 Palisade Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Friday Workout at Northwest Resiliency Park
Friday, October 6th | 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.
Rhythms of Wellbeing at YogaRenew
Friday, October 6th | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Join a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration with music, sound bath meditation, network opportunities, and giveaways. This event will be held at 12 Hudson Place, 2nd Floor in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Jersey City Connects at Ko Cafe
Friday, October 6th | 6:30PM – 10PM
Meet other professionals within the tech industry at this networking event. This event will be held at 722 Grand Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Madd Hatter’s Dueling Pianos Event
Friday, October 6th | 7PM – 10PM
Madd Hatter’s weekly Dueling Pianos event will be held at 221 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Lee Fields at White Eagle Hall
Friday, October 6th | 8PM
This musical event will be held at 337 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
disaster [place] Exhibit at SMUSH Gallery
Ongoing
Celebrate the opening of a solo immersive installation by Jersey City artist Katelyn Halpern. This event will be held at 340 Summit Avenue in Jersey City. 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.
Oktoberfest at South House
Saturday, October 7th + Sunday, October 8th | Various times
For the first three October weekends, enjoy an Oktoberfest-themed event with draft beer, an all-day Southern special, and live music (on Saturdays only). This event will be held at 149 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Barre in the Park at Hamilton Park
Saturday, October 7th | 9AM – 10AM
Join Ashley Mitchell for an outdoor barre class in Hamilton Park. This event will be held in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Uptown Farmer’s Market in Hoboken
Saturday, October 7th | 9AM – 2PM
This market will be open for business between Grand and Adam Street under the 14th Street Viaduct in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Frank Hanavan, Maritime Artist-in-Residence at Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, October 7th | 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.
Hoboken Pepper Eating Contest in Hoboken
Saturday, October 7th | 1PM – 4PM
Computers 4 People is hosting a festival featuring food drinks, music, and a pepper eating contest. This event will be held at 524 Willow Avenue in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Walkway Pops at Hoboken Historical Museum
Saturday, October 7th | 1PM – 6PM
Enjoy local vendors at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Silent Reading + Painting at Pier A Park
Saturday, October 7th | 2:30PM- 4:30PM
This weekly event welcomes people to bring a mat and sit while reading or painting. This event will be held at Pier A in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Musical Cooking Class by One Great Vegan
Saturday, October 7th | 2PM – 3PM
The singing chef, Gabrielle Reyes is conducting a live-streamed Musical Cooking Class. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Jersey City Night Market at City Hall
Saturday, October 7th | 3PM – 9PM
Enjoy a night out filled with food trucks, food vendors, music, dancing, and more at 280 Grove Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Guided by Voices at White Eagle Hall
Saturday, October 7th | 8PM
This musical event will be held at 337 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
The Magic with John Stessel at Mile Square Theatre
Saturday, October 7th | 8PM
Celebrity magician John Stessel will be performing a magic show. This event will be held at 1400 Clinton Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
The Mighty Quinn at Fox + Crow
Saturday, October 7th | 8PM – 10PM
This musical event will be held at 594 Palisades Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Dueling Pianos at House of ‘Que
Saturday, October 7th | 8PM – 11PM
This food, drink, and music extravaganza is a Hoboken favorite. Reservations are required and it will be held at 304 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Salsa + Bachata Brunch at Panela
Sunday, October 8th | Various times
Enjoy bottomless bubbly, a two-course brunch, and dance instruction. This event will be held at 36-42 Newark Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Riverview Farmers Market at Riverview Fisk Park
Sunday, October 8th | 10AM – 2PM
Visitors can browse and purchase baked goods, fruits, and more. This event will be held at 498 Palisades Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Human 2 Human October Market at Corgi Spirits
Sunday, October 8th | 2PM – 8PM
Come and support 45+ local vendors indoors and outdoors, all ages are welcome, and pets too. This event will be held at 1 Distillery Drive in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Industry Night at Rooftop at Exchange Place
Sunday, October 8th | 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.
Bob Mould Solo Electric at White Eagle Hall
Sunday, October 8th | 8PM
Bob Mould brings his fall Solo Electric tour. This event will be held at 337 Newark Avenue in Jersey City. Learn more here.
Kids Art Classes at Hoboken Historical Museum
Thursday, October 5th | 10AM – 12PM
Bring your child aged 2-5 to 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken for art-making. Learn more here.
BookBike Yoga Story Time at Elysian Park
Thursday, October 5th | 10:30AM
Catch the BookBike every Thursday with a children’s storytime. This event will be held at 1001 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.
Storytime at Hoboken Historical Museum
Friday, October 6th | 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.
Puppetonia Show
Wednesday, October 11th | 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 | October 5th; Learn more here.
- Hamilton Tap + Grill Yappy Hour — Hamilton | October 5th; Learn more here.
- Hackensack Brewing Vinyl Thursdays — Hackensack | October 5th; Learn more here.
- Union Farmer’s Market — Union | October 5th; Learn more here.
- Parsippany Farmers Market — Parsippany | October 6th; Learn more here.
- Yappy Hour at Wonder Bar — Asbury Park | October 7th + October 8th; Learn more here.
- Meadowbrook Farm Fall Fest — Catskills, NY | October 7th + October 8th; Learn more here.
- Van Vorst Farmers Market — Jersey City | October 7th; Learn more here.
- Jersey City Night Market — Jersey City | October 7th; Learn more here.
- Hoboken Uptown Farmers Market — Hoboken | October 7th; Learn more here.
- Passaic County Paws in the Park — Hawthorne | October 7th; Learn more here.
- Bedminster Farmers Market — Bedminster | October 7th; Learn more here.
- Wheels for Paws Car Show — Edison | October 7th; Learn more here.
- Wayne Farmers Market — Wayne | October 7th; Learn more here.
- Tails or Treats Event — Madison | October 7th; Learn more here.
- Clinton Community Farmers Market — Clinton | October 8th; Learn more here.
- Corgi Spirits Distillery October Market — Jersey City | October 8th; Learn more here.
- West End Farmers Market — Hackettstown | October 8th; Learn more here.
- Summit Farmers Market — Summit | October 8th; Learn more here.
- Garden State Plaza Farmers Market Hosted by Mega Bite — Paramus | October 8th; Learn more here.
- Farmers Market at Church Square Park — Hoboken | October 10th; Learn more here.
