Things to Do This Weekend |
August 16 to 18

If you’re looking for exciting events to attend this weekend or just things to do in Jersey City and Hoboken, you’re in luck. From live music and comedy shows to local festivals, there are plenty of things to do in Hoboken and Jersey City to keep you entertained.

Friday, August 16

Cards. Head to Victory Point to play Magic the Gathering!

Comedy. Head to Baonanas for some mouthwatering banana pudding while enjoying performances from NYC's hottest comedians. 

Comedy. Have a night of laughs at Dorian’s with The Laugh Tour featuring some of the best local comedians.

Comedy. There is a free comedy show in North Bergen with an open mic to follow!

Dinner Party. Dress in alll white and celebrate French culture at Le Diner en Blanc. 

Drum. Issyra Gallery has a drumming workshop along with live West African music.

Martial Arts. Attend an aikido class, a non-competitive Japanese martial art that aims to resolve conflict between attacker and defender.

Movie Night. Exchange Place Alliance invites you to a free movie - this week is Lady and the Tramp!

Music. Catch New Moon Acoutis Blues at Fox and Crow, one of the best spots for live music in Jersey City. Discover new artists while enjoying great food & drinks!

Music. Enjoy a delicious meal accompanied by live music on the rooftop at Hudson Table in Hoboken.

Music. Enjoy jazz music, featuring artist Markus Howell, during the live music event with Riverview Jazz at The Canopy in Jersey City.

Music. Head to White Eagle Hall to listen to BDU, a K pop band, in Jersey City.

Music. Enjoy the live jazz music at Moore’s Lounge in Jersey City.

Networking. Head to ModCup for a Jersey City Connects nonprofit networking event.

Night Market. Don't miss this night market at 3 Acres. This FREE event offers delicious bites and unique shopping from local artists & artisans.

R&B. Head to 902 Brewery for a Jersey City Connects dance party. We will be playing R&B and Hip Hop music all night long!

R&B. Dance all night long on an R&B and Hip Hop party cruise hosted by Eddie O Promotions. Enjoy stunning views & great vibes!

Run. Join the Jersey City Runners for a run up The Heights or down at the Exchange Place. A great way to remain active and meet fellow running enthusiasts!

Salsa Social. Dance the night away during Son Cubano’s salsa social event. Experience lively Latin music & dance!

Scavenger Hunt. Kick off your weekend with a fun scavenger hunt hosted by Alley Kat Adventures in Hoboken. It's a great way to explore the city and engage in friendly competition.

Saturday, August 17

Bike. Join Bike North Bergen for their 2nd annual ride to celebrate Summer Streets in Manhattan. This is a 20 mile round trip ride .

Books. Jersey City Reads invites literature lovers to participate in their silent reading event.

Cards. Head to Victory Point to play Magic the Gathering or to build a gundam!

Comedy. Head to Hoboken for this stand-up comedy show at a barbershop shop!

Comedy. Did you miss it on Friday? Catch The Laugh Tour at Dorian's for another night of top-tier comedy.

Dinner Party. Next Door Provisions presents "Sips & Wicks" where you can savor a three course meal by Chef Ruby, sip on specialty drinks by Manilla Manilla and delight in candle decor by Bababoogs.

Fashion Show. Vanilla Skies is hosting a "City of Gods" fashion show. Get ready to immerse yourself in a unique experience where music, art, and fashion come together in perfect harmony.

Festival. The Puerto Rican Festival will have live performances and there is an afterparty at Porta with live salsa starting at 5pm.

Festival. Bring your friends and come get down to the sounds of live music at Surf City. Connect with local non-profits and foundations, meet some of your favorite pro-skaters and the chance to win prizes.

Festival. Head to Secaucus for a car festival. You don’t want to miss this one as they have new exotic cars, celebrity cars, old school cars and a whole fleet of new releases.

Festival. Head to Kearny to check out this food festival from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

Karaoke. Head to Union City for this free BYOB karaoke night. 

Kayak Adventure. Register with Hackensack Riverkeeper and explore the beauty of Sawmill Creek Marsh, Anderson Creek Marsh and other significant wildlife areas.

Latin Social. Son Cubano is having its weekly Latin Dance Social.

LGBTQI+. Jersey City Connects is hosting a coffee and walk for the LGBTQI+ community.

LGBTQI+. Join Hudson Pride for the 9th Annual Jersey City Pride Bar Crawl starting at 4 p.m. - a fun filled day celebrating Pride, diversity, and community in our vibrant city!

LGBTQI+. Get Ready for the 7th Annual Fringe Fest Equality Rocks Spectacular! This unique Pride musical celebration, set against the stunning backdrop of Van Vorst Park, boasts a dynamite lineup of top performers from NYC and Jersey City.

Local Market. Don't miss Jersey City Night Market in Journal Square. This FREE event offers delicious international bites, unique shopping from local artists & artisans, and music from DJs!

Local Market. Explore the Handmade Market, an open-air bazaar featuring local artists and makers selling fine art and premium hand-crafted goods. The market is open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Local Market. Hoboken Museum is hosting its Walkway Pops from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Music. The Pusher will perform at Belle Ame Cafe from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Music. Head to Fox and Crow in The Heights to listen to Julia Kirk, a soulful acoustic band.

Music. Departed Soles will have live music performances by Reese Van Riper & Randy Haze - rock n roll artists!

Paint. Fruit Fi is hosting a paint and sip event or you can head to downtown Jersey City for paint and meditation event.

Open Mic. Head to Union City for an evening filled with open mic performances, music, and comedy.

Run. Join Jersey City Runners for a morning run at Grove Street or On The Run at Gussy's Cafe. Runners of all levels are welcome to join!

Scavenger Hunt. Continue the adventure with Alley Kat Adventures’ scavenger hunt in Hoboken! It’s a fun challenge that takes you through various city landmarks.

Volunteer. Head to Harimus Cemetery for their Saturday volunteer clean-ups, which start at 9:00 a.m. and run until 2 p.m. Sadly neglected and abandoned in early 2008, the Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery is now being saved and preserved by volunteers. Please message the account before attending to confirm details!

Volunteer. Volunteer at Riverview-Fisk Park from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Opportunities include picking up trash, pulling out weeds, and planting seeds—different activities to help keep the park beautiful!

WOC Meetup. This meetup group will be meeting at Rewax and Rewine at 6pm for the ultimate candle making experience.

Sunday, August 18

Archery. Jersey City Archery has their weekly tournament from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Card. Head to Victory Point to participate in their store tournament for One Piece.

Date Night. Head to Hudson Table for a special night out where you’ll use your culinary skills to prepare a beautiful Italian meal with simple yet vibrant flavors.

Farmer's Market. The Riverview Farmer's Market is open every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Riverview Park.

LGBTQI+. Pride With Your Pup is one of JC Pride Month’s stand-out events, and this year it has a new home in Downtown Jersey City at the Golden Cicada.

Meditation. Barrow Mansion is hosting a meditation class. This week, the topic is "Freedom from Worry and Agitation".

Movie Night. Head over to Dull Boy for their Sunday movie night. Enjoy some delicious cocktails while watching a classic film!

Music. Listen to some reggae music at Harry's Daughter — every Sunday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Music. Listen to traditional Irish music at The Hutton—every Sunday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Music. Listen to jazz music at Moore's Lounge every Sunday night.

Music. Enjoy music by Lisa Marie Palacio at Cafe Peanut.

R&B Sing-Along Brunch. Have a yummy breakfast while participating in a sing-along of rhythm and blues songs at The Factory, an enjoyable way to begin your Sunday.

Run Club. Join The Grind Society for their weekly morning run in the Bergen Lafayette neighborhood. Runners of all levels are welcome!

Run Club. Join Jersey City Runners for their weekly morning run near Van Vorst Park. Runners of all levels are welcome!

Scavenger Hunt. Alley Kat Adventures invites you on a fun-filled scavenger hunt around Hoboken. Solve clues as you uniquely explore the city!

Sunset Yacht. Get ready for an unforgettable night on the most epic yacht party! Floor 2 will feature an eclectic mix of Top 40 hits, hip-hop vibes, and irresistible dembow rhythms. Floor 3 will be dedicated to the pulsating beats of house music.

Tango. Learn how to tango while meeting new people. The group lessons teach how to navigate the dance floor, Tango etiquette, technique, and musicality.

Volunteer. Peace Care, a non-profit nursing home, is looking for help to run the Bingo game while engaging with patients.

Volunteer. Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse invites you to its volunteer session. During the warm months, they offer free kayaking, paddle boarding, and outrigger canoeing. Help support their mission and make a difference in our community!

Volunteer. Head to The Heights for their Sunday gardening volunteer event. Please message the account before attending to confirm details!