72 Things to Do in Hoboken + Jersey City | September 29-October 2

This weekend marks the start of October — so it’s time to plan your fall happenings in Hudson County. This week’s local Hoboken + Jersey City events guide has everyone covered with fun things to do locally, like a Breast Cancer Awareness 5K, Oktoberfest events around North Jersey, Saved by the 90s at White Eagle Hall, and more. Below is the list of Hoboken + Jersey City events happening from September 29th – October 2nd, 2022.

Disclaimer: These events are included editorially as a community resource, and 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.

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House Of ‘Que’s Boot Kickin Brunch Season 3 + Dueling Pianos Show

Saturday October 1st from 12:00PM-4:00PM and every Saturday at 8PM | LEARN MORE

House Of ‘Que, located at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken, is hosting its Boot Kickin Brunch Season 3 this Saturday, October 1st from 12:00PM-4:00PM with live performances from Gary Frost, Samantha Spano, as well as music from DJ Big Country on the Breaks. Not to mention, the brunch event will have no cover or minimums. Later on in the evening and every Saturday night from 8:00PM-11:00PM, House Of ‘Que’s Dueling Pianos Show will take place. The high-energy, interactive performance by Flying Ivories includes all the hits you know and love, song requests, audience games, + more. Reservations are required for the show and you must be 21+ to attend.

For reservations to the HOQ’s Boot Kickin Brunch, email chris@houseofque.com, for reservations to HOQ’s Dueling Pianos Show contact rsvp@houseofque.com, and click here to learn more about House Of ‘Que.

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The Laugh Tour at Dorrian’s Red Hand

Saturday, October 1st 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, October 1st at 6:30PM and 8:30PM. The Laugh Tour is hosted by comedian Rich Kiamco and will feature Rob Christensen from Comedy Central, Miss Lissa from TMZ Live and the Wendy Williams Show, Natan Badalov from Adult Swim, and Turner Sparks from Lost in America Podcast. 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. Ticket holders are asked to please arrive 20 minutes prior to the show to allow easy seating and drink + food orders. Additional shows with other comedians will take place every Saturday night. Venue and restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Proof of vaccination is no longer required.(Lineup subject to change).

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.

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New Client Special at Jane DO

Available Now through October 15th | BOOK NEW CLIENT SPECIAL

Jane DO, located at 720 Monroe Street, Ground Floor, Suite C-106 in Hoboken and 160 Newark Avenue, Floor 3 in Jersey City, was founded by two Radio City Rockettes and is based on the philosophy that it’s variety that keeps workouts challenging and bodies changing. The five unique classes are 50-minute total body workouts that fuse aerobics, strength training, and flexibility + require zero experience. From now until October 15th, Hoboken Girl readers can receive 50% off Jane DO’s new client special — which includes one week of unlimited classes for just $20 with code ‘HOBOKENGIRL’ at both the Hoboken and Jersey City locations.

Click here to book the new client special at the Hoboken location, click here to redeem at the Jersey City location, and click here to learn more about Jane DO.

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The Hoboken Girl’s Real Estate Directory

Just Launched | BROWSE DIRECTORY

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.

Check out the directory and browse properties here, and to learn more about HG’s Real Estate Directory, click here.

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Saturday, October 1st | 12PM – 8PM

This unique, authentic Oktoberfest event features music performances, vendors, and activities for children and families, and will be held at 60 Woodland Road in Maplewood. Learn more here.

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Saturday, October 1st | 1PM – 9PM

This event includes food, drinks, fun, and games, and will be held at North Bridge Street between Main Street and High Street in Somerville. Learn more here.

Thursday, September 29th | 11AM – 1PM

This event will be held at Columbus Park in Hoboken. Learn more here.

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HDSID Presents Spring/Summer Farmers Market

Thursday, September 29th | 4PM – 6PM

Get ready to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, and goodies from local vendors at the spring/summer market of 2022. This market will be located at Grove Street Path Plaza in Jersey City. Learn more here.

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Nucky’s Comedy Show at Hudson Hound

Thursday, September 29th | 6:30PM

This comedy show in a speakeasy will be held at 8 Erie Street in Jersey City. Learn more here.

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Friday, September 30th | 7PM – 12AM

Groove to country music by DJ Big Country all night long at 340 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. Learn more here.

Saturday, October 1st | 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.

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Kids Art Classes Hoboken Historical Museum

Thursday, September 29th | 10AM – 1PM

Bring your child aged 2-5 to 500 Park Avenue in Hoboken for art-making. Learn more here.

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Story Time in Church Square Park Organized by the Hoboken Public Library

Thursday, September 29th | 10:30AM – 11AM

This story time will be held at 400 Garden Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.

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Thursday, September 29th | 5:30PM – 6:30PM

This energetic and fun class teaches little beginners Bollywood dance using fun games, props, and foot tapping music at 20 Old River Road in Edgewater. Learn more here.

Friday, September 30th | 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.

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Tuesday, October 4th | 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.

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Little RocknRollers Class at Hoboken Historical Museum

Wednesday, October 5th | 10:30AM

This class is for ages 6 months to 4 years and will be held at 1301 Hudson Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.

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Wednesday, October 5th | 5PM – 7PM

Enjoy kids’ dance music, instruments, open play, bubble dancing, and more fun at 250 Old River Road in Edgewater. Learn more here.

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Archaeology of the Self at NJPAC

Thursday, September 29th | 3PM

Join speaker Yolanda Sealey Ruiz for a discussion about racial literacy in the classroom at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.

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New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils

Thursday, September 29th | 7PM

This NHL preseason game will be held at Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania Plaza in New York City. Learn more here.

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NYC Skyline Dinner Cruise

Showings at The Clairidge

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.

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Wednesday, October 5th | 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 1039 Washington Street in Hoboken. Learn more here.

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Jaipur Kitchen — Delivering Homemade Healthy Indian Food Weekly

Jaipur Kitchen, a family-owned online business, delivers homemade healthy Indian food across North + Central Jersey every week — focusing on ingredients Indian families have been using for generations. Use code ‘HOBOKENGIRL22’ to get 30% off your first order. Learn more here.

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Paris Spa Center — Ultimate Skin Care Goals

Paris Spa Center, located at 939 Washington Street, is an Uptown Hoboken spa. Founder + owner Sophia is an international Esthetician of 18 years that specializes in facials, lashes, body treatments, customized Biologique Recherche treatments, + more. Learn more here.

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The Spine & Sports Health Center — Meet the New Physician

The Spine & Sports Health Center, located in Hoboken, Jersey City, + Bayonne, is a medical practice that specializes in the non-surgical treatment of spine + joint pain and injury. One of the newest team members is Dr. Kishan A. Sitapara — an Interventional Pain Management and Physical Medicine + Rehabilitation physician who completed his training at the prestigious Albert Einstein/Montefiore Medical Center. You can receive 50% off your first massage — and be sure to let them know Hoboken Girl sent you. Learn more here.

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Hoboken Historical Museum | Hoboken

With the ability to accept a limited number of guests + to participate safely in city-wide events, the Hoboken Historical Museum is periodically in need of volunteers. To check if a need comes up + slots are available, check the sign-up form here. Volunteers are usually needed to set up information pamphlets, welcome registered guests, organize literature, + more. Learn more here.

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Hudson County Latino Foundation | Kearny

With the main mission “to improve the lives of residents in Hudson County and to reduce the socio-economic gap for marginalized groups,” this organization has created partnerships, hosted events, + built up the community in ways that truly make a difference. Throughout the year, there are various events + projects where volunteers are needed. Learn more here.

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Hudson Pride Center | Jersey City

Hudson Pride Center creates safe spaces to celebrate + enjoy life for members of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. It advocates for the physical, mental, + social well-being of all people. Volunteers are needed to support these efforts alongside full-time staff members. Opportunities include office assistant volunteer, tutor specialist, special event support facilities manager, + Pride Festival volunteers. Learn more here.

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