Happy weekend, Hudson County. With the exception of a few showers this weekend, Saturday and Sunday are shaping up to bring the sunshine and with it, lots of fun events. From a family fun day to a yoga workshop, there’s no shortage of activities to get into this weekend across Hudson County. Here are all the events happening in Hoboken, Jersey City, and beyond this weekend {June 20th-June 23rd, 2019}:
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Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
Local Weather This Weekend:
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Featured Events
Taste of Spain Wine and Food Pairing at Kolo Klub — Friday, June 21st from 7:00PM-10:00PM
Indulge in the savory food + wine flavors of Spain over at Kolo Klub {1422 Grand Street, Hoboken} this weekend. This special event will include a tasting of eight different Spanish wines and is $65 all-inclusive of tax + gratuity. Hoboken Girl readers get 20% off the tasting with code HOBOKENG1. Click here to get your tickets.
Free Trial Class for June “Beat The Heat” Challenge at The MAX Challenge — Saturday, June 22nd from 9:00AM
Head to The MAX Challenge of Hoboken {537 Washington Street, Hoboken} for a FREE trial class of the 10-week long “Beat The Heat” challenge {which starts June 24th}. Get more information about the trial class and sign up for it here.
Weekend Events in the Area
House Warming Party for Vanessa Rissetto, RD at Monroe Center for the Arts — Thursday, June 20th from 6:00PM-9:00PM
Celebrate the opening of Vanessa Rissetto RD’s newest space in the Monroe Center {720 Monroe Street, Hoboken}. Guests can enjoy seasonal cocktails, light snacks, and more. RSVP by emailing [email protected].
Historic Downtown Jersey City Farmers Market at Grove PATH Plaza — Thursday, June 20th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
Fill your fridge with fresh fruit and veg for the weekend over at the Historic Downtown Jersey City Farmers Market at Grove PATH Plaza {319 Grove Street, Jersey City}. Find out more info here.
LSC After Dark: Whiskey in Westeros 2 at Liberty Science Center — Thursday, June 20th from 6:00PM-10:00PM
Swing by Liberty Science Center {222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City} for a special Game of Thrones-themed party. Get more info here.
Summer Sweat + Chill with b+b and Wholly Health at One Sol — Thursday, June 20th from 7:30PM-9:30PM
Enjoy a 45-minute class followed up a meet and greet, snacks, wine, shopping, a discussion about CBD and more over at One Sol {1125 Maxwell Lane, Hoboken}. Get more info here.
Jeremy Beck and The Heavy Duty Horns at Sinatra Park — Thursday, June 20th from 7:00PM-9:00PM
Head to Sinatra Park {525 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken} to catch a concert by Jeremy Beck and The Heavy Duty Horns. Find out more info here.
Music in Sinatra Park — Thursday, June 20th from 7:00PM
Enjoy some live music in Sinatra Park {Sinatra Drive, Hoboken} every Thursday evening. Get more information here.
Breakfast Club – Hoboken at Halifax at W Hotel — Friday, June 21st from 7:30AM-9:00AM
Kick off your morning with a special breakfast club with the Hudson County Chamber of Commerce. The event open to Hudson County and Hoboken members, and non-members can attend as a guest of a Chamber Member. Find out more info here.
Amend the 13th! An Event to End Mass Incarceration at White Eagle Hall — Friday, June 21st from 6:30PM-11:00PM
Head to White Eagle Hall {337 Newark Avenue, Jersey City} and join other artists, community activists, leaders, and more for a special event to help end mass incarceration.
Borderlands: Melding of Cultures at CoolVines — Friday, June 21st from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Head to CoolVines {276 Grove Street, Jersey City} to learn all about wine regions that border countries. Get more information here.
Alex Sensation, Camilo, and Other Artists at Birch — Friday, June 21st from 10:00PM
Birch {92 River Street, Hoboken} will be hosting a party Alex Sensation, Camilo, and other artists this Friday. Get more info here.
SailGP Races on the Hudson River — Friday, June 21st and Saturday, June 22nd from 4:00PM-7:00PM
Witness amazing catamarans sail across the Hudson River at over 60mph this weekend. For more information, contact Mike at Hudson Cat via phone at 201-492-5299.
Comic Tales of Tragic Heartbreak at Corgi Spirits — Friday, June 21st from 7:30PM-10:30PM
Head to Corgi Spirits {1 Distillery Drive, Jersey City} for some live music by Comic Tales of Tragic Heartbreak. Get more info here.
i-Can Defy Gravity at The Gravity Vault — Saturday, June 22nd from 4:00PM-7:00PM
Swing by The Gravity Vault {1423 Clinton Street, Hoboken} for a fun + exciting event where individuals with special needs can ascend the indoor climbing walls. Get more info here.
The State of New Jersey Craft at CoolVines — Saturday, June 22nd from 5:00PM-7:00PM
Learn all there is to know about the delicious craft brews that New Jersey has to offer over at CoolVines {276 Grove Street, Jersey City}. Find out more info here.
Shannon Harfosh Pop Up at West Elm — Saturday, June 22nd from 12:00PM-5:00PM
Enjoy a Shannon Harfosh pop up at West Elm {1420 Willow Avenue, Hoboken} featuring her “Sprinkled with Love” prints. Get more info here.
Project: EATS at City Hall Plaza — Saturday, June 22nd from 11:00AM to Sunday, June 23rd at 7:00PM
Swing by City Hall Plaza {280 Grove Street, Jersey City} for Project: EATS which will feature 60+ vendors, music, and more. Get more info here.
The Hutton’s JC 2nd Annual Guinness, Oyster, and Music Festival at The Hutton — Saturday, June 22nd from 1:00PM-10:30PM
The Hutton {225 Hutton Street, Jersey City} be hosting an epic oyster, Guinness, and music festival. Find out more info here.
Juneteenth DIY Fresh Flower Perfume Social at Pholk — Saturday, June 22nd from 5:30PM-8:00PM
Pholk {203 Monticello Avenue, Jersey City} will be celebrating its one-year anniversary with a perfume making workshop. Get more information here.
Sound Meditation Experience at Urban Souls — Saturday, June 22nd from 6:30PM-8:00PM
Swing by Urban Souls {100 Hudson Street, Hoboken} for a sound meditation experience with Patrick Murray and Mialuna Life. Find out more info here.
Kayaking at Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse — Saturday, June 22nd from 11:00AM-2:00PM
Enjoy free kayaking at Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse {Frank Sinatra Drive, Hoboken}. Find out more information here.
The Dobre Brothers at White Eagle Hall — Saturday, June 22nd from 12:00PM
Catch The Dobre Brothers perform over at White Eagle Hall {337 Newark Avenue, Jersey City} this weekend. Get more info here.
173rd Anniversary of Hoboken Baseball Game at Stevens Institute of Technology Dobbelaar Field — Saturday, June 22nd from 1:00PM-3:00PM
Celebrate the 173rd anniversary of baseball in Hoboken with a re-creation of a mid-19th century game with the 1859 Hoboken Baseball Club at the Stevens Institute of Technology’s Dobbleaar Field. Get more info here.
Yoga Fest Jersey City in Jersey City — Saturday, June 22nd from 7:00AM-6:00PM
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Celebrate all things yoga at Yoga Fest Jersey City. The free public event will take place on Newark Avenue and near the Grove Street PATH station. Get more info here.
What’s The Tea Drag Brunch at Talde — Saturday, June 22nd from 11:30AM-3:00PM
Catch a special drag brunch at Talde {8 Erie Street, Jersey City} with special guest drag queens. Find out more information here.
Artwalk on First on First Street — Saturday, June 22nd from 1:00PM-6:00PM
Enjoy gorgeous artwork from Judy Leeds and other artists showcased in shops along First Street in Hoboken. Get more information here.
La Beriso at White Eagle Hall — Saturday, June 22nd from 7:00PM
Catch La Bersio perform live at White Eagle Hall {337 Newark Avenue, Jersey City}. Find out more info here.
Hoboken Speed Dating Event Singles Ages 20s/30s at The Winston — Saturday, June 22nd from 5:00PM-6:30PM
Hosted by NJ Singles Events, head to The Winston {72 Hudson Street, Hoboken} for a special speed dating event for locals in their 20s and 30s. Get more info here.
Historic Walking Tour: Stevens Campus #1 with Leah Loscutoff at Edwin A Stevens Hall — Sunday, June 23rd from 10:00AM-12:30PM
Join the Hoboken Historical Museum as it {literally} takes a step into the past with a historic walking tour of Stevens Institute of Technology Campus #1 with Leah Loscutoff at the Edwin A Stevens Hall. Find out more info here.
Yoga Nidra Workshop at Pavana Yoga — Sunday, June 23rd from 7:00PM-:30PM
Enjoy a one and a half hour-long yoga Nidra workshop at Pavana Yoga {251 1st Street, Hoboken}. Get more information here.
Boozy Weekend Brunch at Villa Borghese III — Sunday, June 23rd from 12:00PM-5:00PM
Indulge in a delicious + boozy brunch at Villa Borghese III {475 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City}. Get more info here.
Spiritual Sundays Tarot Readings at Green Pear Cafe — Sunday, June 23rd from 2:00PM
Enjoy a tarot reading with a three card spread at Green Pear Cafe {93 Grand Street, Hoboken}. Get more information here.
Sunday Funday at Corgi Spirits — Sunday, June 23rd from 2:00PM-5:00PM
Bring your pups along for a dog-friendly Sunday Funday event at Corgi Spirits {1 Distillery Drive, Jersey City} with The Liberty Humane Society. Find out more info here.
PAFCOM Parade + Festival in Lincoln Park — Sunday, June 23rd, from 10:00AM
PAFCOM will be hosting a special parade and festival in Lincoln Park {Jersey City} this weekend. Get more info here.
Kid-Friendly Events
Parents’ Survival Night at The Little Gym — Friday, June 21st from 9:30PM
Bring your kids ages three to 12 years old to the Parents’ Survival Night at The Little Gym {380 Newark Avenue, Jersey City}. This night’s theme is Safari Slumber Party. Get more information here.
Spring Family Fun Day at Hoboken Historical Museum — Sunday, June 23rd from 12:00PM-4:00PM
Bring your little ones + the whole family to the free Spring Family Fun Day at the Hoboken Historical Museum {1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken}. The event will feature numerous activities from DIY crafts, games, and more. Find out more info here.
Storytime at the Fire Department Museum — Sunday, June 23rd from 1:30PM-2:00PM
Bring your little ones to the Fire Department Museum {213 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken} for a weekly storytime. Find out more information here.
Erin Lee and the Up Past Bedtime Band at Family Fun Night at Southwest Park — Sunday, June 23rd from 6:00PM
Kids can enjoy the tunes of Erin Lee and the Up Past Bedtime Bad at Southwest Park {38 Harrison Street, Hoboken}. Get more info here.
Greater NJ / NYC Events
Live 4 Love Art Installation at Westfield World Trade Center — All Weekend
Swing by Westfield World Trade Center {One World Trade Center, New York} to catch a special art installation called Live 4 Love that brings the story of LGBTQIA+ community to life. Find out more info here.
DeveloperWeek New York at Brooklyn Expo Center — Thursday, June 20th, All Day
Catch the final day of Developer Week at the Brooklyn Expo Center {72 Noble Street, Brooklyn}. Get more information here.
Summer Soulstice Showcase Festival on Babtown Road — Friday, June 21st from 4:00PM to Saturday, June 22nd at 3:00AM
Celebrate the summer solstice with some soul at the Summer Soulstice Festival Showcase at 7 Babtown Road, Sussex. Enjoy live music, food trucks, bonfires, and more. Get more info here.
37th Annual Mermaid Parade at Coney Island — Saturday, June 22nd from 1:00PM
Catch the 37th annual Mermaid Parade down at Coney Island {West 21st Street and Surf Avenue, Brooklyn}. Get more information here.
5th annual Hudson River Park Games at Hudson River Park — Saturday, June 22nd from 8:30AM
Head to Hudson River Park {353 West Street, Pier 40, New York} for the fifth annual Hudson River Park Games. Get more information here.
Opening Reception of For the Children by Howard Berelson at La Vie Galerie — Sunday, June 23rd from 12:00PM-4:00PM
Swing by La Vie Galerie {106 Naylon Avenue, Livingston} for the opening reception of Howard Berelson’s exhibition, For the Children. Get more info here.
Upcoming Weekday Events
Monday, June 24th — Stock up on the freshest fruits + vegetables at the Historic Downtown Jersey City Farmers Market. Get more information here.
Monday, June 24th — Stories of Greenville will be happening at Mary McLeod Bethune Life Center in Jersey City. Get more information here.
Monday, June 24th — Enjoy a CrossFit class introduction at Pier A Park. Get more information here.
Tuesday, June 25th — Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and more at a Ladies Night Out at Battello. Get more information here.
Tuesday, June 25th — Pre-K students can enjoy arts + crafts at the Hoboken Historical Museum. Get more information here.
Wednesday, June 26th — Swing by a CEO Tech Talk at Harborside Atrium. Get more information here.
It’s time to get planning — happy weekend!
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Your Ultimate Hudson County Bucket List for 2025
In Hudson County there are tons opportunities to have fun and explore. From catching a Red Bulls game at the Red Bulls Arena in Harrison to making it to one of Hoboken's most well-known restaurants, and historical monuments, there are plenty of must-do activities in the area. Keep reading for your ultimate Hudson County bucket list.
Bayonne
Snap a pic of the Bayonne Bridge — it connects Bayonne with Staten Island and is one of the longest-arched steel bridges in the world.
Visit the Robbins Reef Light Station — it is a lighthouse that was built in 1839 and can only be viewed from a distance, as it is not open to the public.
Go see the "Tear of Grief" monument, located in Harbor View Park in Bayonne.
Take a walk along the portion of the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway in Bayonne and snap some great skyline photos.
Shop along Broadway Avenue, the city's main street, and spot the life-like statues and painted utility boxes.
Read More: 36 Hours in Hoboken: Here’s How to Spend Your Time
Harrison/Kearny
Catch a soccer match at the Red Bull Arena in Harrison, home of the New York Red Bulls of Major League Soccer and NJ/NY Gotham FC of the National Women's Soccer League.
A neighborhood bar that serves up some seriously delicious Portuguese-meets-American dishes is Vinnie's in Harrison. A trip there is worth adding to your list in the new year.
For more things to do in Harrison, we have a list here.
Hoboken
Indulge in the roast beef special on Thursdays or Saturdays at the world-famous Fiore's Italian Deli.
The Annual Hoboken Mutz Fest, which takes place in April, is a must-do to try some of the best mutz in the area.
Indulge in zeppoles and fried Oreos at St. Ann's Feast in Hoboken, which happens every July.
Celebrate Pride Month during Hoboken's annual Pride celebrations.
Pay a visit to one of Hoboken's nationally recognized restaurants: Antique Bar + Bakery, Benny Tudino's, La Isla, Dino + Harry's, or Piccolo's, just to name a few. Here's a list of nationally recognized restaurants throughout Hudson County.
Visit Elysian Cafe — Hoboken's oldest continually operated bar/restaurant.
Take a ride on the NY Waterway Ferry to NYC and back to snap some seriously Instagram-worthy photos during the ride (plus, it's fun to be a tourist in your own neighborhood).
Take a self-guided Frank Sinatra walking tour around Hoboken to see the Mile Square through his eyes — and don’t forget to stop at the statue along the waterfront.
Visit the Hoboken Cove Boathouse in the summer to go kayaking for free on the Hudson River.
Take a walk along the Hoboken waterfront for breathtaking views of NYC (stop at Blue Eyes for equally good food with a view). Or check our list of restaurants located by the waterfront here.
Spend a summer afternoon or evening at Pier 13 (don’t forget to try one of the many delicious food trucks there, too).
Marvel at the gorgeous Gothic-style architecture at the Our Lady of Grace Church at 4th and Willow.
Watch a show at the Mile Square Theatre on Clinton Street, aptly named as it functions as Hoboken's performing arts center and theatre.
Visit the Hoboken Historical Museum for a chance to dive into the City's history.
Go indoor rock climbing at Gravity Vault, Hoboken's 25,000-square-foot rock-climbing center.
Take in the view and sit on the waterfront on Pier C, the manmade pier that juts out over the waterfront. This local spot provides amazing views of the Empire State Building and the Freedom Tower.
Hoboken is home to the most bars and restaurants per capita — so, go on a cocktail tour.
Walk uptown to downtown to experience Hoboken in all its glory.
Pick up a sweet treat from Lepore's Chocolates in Hoboken.
Visit the Hoboken Terminal and spot the Beaux-Arts architecture style that was part of the building’s original design.
Spend a day perusing the shops and businesses inside the Monroe Center for the Arts.
During the summer, watch your favorite flicks at "Movies Under the Stars" at Pier A.
For lovers of baseball (and history buffs), pay a visit to Elysian Park — this is the spot where the first baseball game was ever played in America.
Take a few "Fitness in the Park" classes in the summer in Hoboken. These are free classes provided by local fitness studios all summer long.
Shop local vendors and listen to live music at the Hoboken Arts + Music Festival — it happens every spring and fall.
Do a food tour of Hoboken. Try out the best chicken parm, eat bagels, indulge in pizza, grab brunch, go for a coffee date, and check out the best Italian restaurants in town.
Take an experimental cooking class at Hudson Table.
Design your own shoes at Hoboken Shoedio.
Take yourself on a self-guided thrifting and vintage tour.
For a more in-depth Hoboken bucket list, see here.
Jersey City
Explore Jersey City's different neighborhoods — the Heights, Bergen-Lafayette, Journal Square, Paulus Hook, and Hamilton Park.
Go to the HDSID Farmer's Market in downtown Jersey City.
Pay your respects at the Empty Sky 911 Memorial.
Sunbathe in the grass or have a picnic in Liberty State Park.
Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community during Jersey City's annual Pride celebrations in August.
Pay a visit to one of Jersey City's nationally recognized restaurants: Bread + Salt, Battello, Porta, Korai Kitchen, Razza, and Hamilton Pork, to name a few.
Take an unofficial 'speakeasy' tour of Jersey City — hitting up all of the local 'underground' spots (including dullboy and The Archer, to name a few).
Nerd out at the Liberty Science Center. Plus, be sure to add the LSC After Dark events to your calendar (these events are all 21+ and a guaranteed fun time).
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Hop on one of the NYC Cycleboats that launch out of Jersey City during the warmer months.
Catch a live performance at JC's well-known White Eagle Hall.
For golf lovers, pay a visit to Skyway Golf Course.
Swing by the Riverview Farmer's Market on the last Sunday in October for the Dia De Los Muertos festival.
Take an evening in the summer to visit Groove on Grove to catch live music.
Enjoy an authentic + delicious Italian dinner at Laico's Restaurant. It's way off the beaten path and almost looks like a house, but trust us, you won't be disappointed.
Make a reservation at Italian restaurant 15 Fox Place — we promise the years long wait is worth it.
Head to White Mana for an unforgettable burger — the circular building was built as a pavilion for the 1939 World’s Fair.
Take a quick day trip to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum from Liberty State Park. Although not technically Hudson County, it's a great place to visit to get a glimpse into the rich history of the area and the U.S.
Pretend you're in Night at the Museum and spend an evening at the Mana Contemporary Art Museum. This local museum has five floors of art exhibitions that are sure to keep you occupied for a few hours, minimum.
Indulge in some more amazing local art during the Jersey City Art + Studio Tour (JCAST), which happens annually in October.
Head to the All About Downtown Street Fair in September — it features tons of local vendors and more.
Visit the MORA Museum in Paulus Hook.
Design your own designer-quality handbag at Youssoufiani.
Explore all of the thrift and vintage stores Jersey City has to offer.
Go ice skating at Newport Skates this winter.
For a more in-depth Jersey City bucket list, see here.
Union City/Weehawken
Head to Charrito's in Weehawken and enjoy some seriously delicious Mexican food with a great view of the NYC skyline.
Fans of Hamilton, history buffs, and beyond — visit the Dueling Grounds. This historic spot is where Alexander Hamilton met his fate in his infamous duel with Aaron Burr.
In the summer, enjoy a meal on the outdoor deck at Molo's Restaurant.
Try the top-notch cocktails at the NoHu Bar, located inside the Envue Hotel in Weehawken.
Have a delicious meal at Chart House in Weehawken.
See More: The ULTIMATE Montclair Bucket List
West New York/North Bergen/Secaucus
Take the trip to Snake Hill, an igneous rock intrusion jutting up from the floor of the Meadowlands at a bend in the Hackensack River.
Pay a visit to NJ Beer Co. and sample some local craft-brewed beer, located at 201 Tonnelle Avenue in North Bergen.
Visit Uncle Gordon's honey farm, a hidden backyard honey farm in North Bergen for some fresh, local honey.
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Visit the nationally-recognized Trattoria La Sorrentina in North Bergen.
Grab a bite to eat at Natoli’s Deli — a long-standing neighborhood deli in Secaucus.
Enjoy Jazz Brunch at Harry's Food + Drink in North Bergen.
