Events Happening This Week/Weekend In Jersey City and Hoboken
Weekends in Jersey City can be more than just a break from work and a walk in the park. This thriving city hosts many events and activities that appeal to people from all walks of life. There are events for families with little children, young adults, singles, etc. Here, you will find some of the events happening this week/weekend in Jersey City.
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Puppets on Parade Workshop
Hoboken Art Month is here! As part of this year’s month-long celebration of creativity, the Hoboken Business Alliance and @hobokennj are bringing a series of FREE workshops to Hoboken, giving you plenty of ways to make something of your own!
Come for a puppet-making workshop with Santiago Cohen, the artistic director of the Día de los Muertos Festival in Jersey City. Create your own jointed puppet to bring along to the Ragamuffin Parade! Workshops are free, but space is limited, so don’t wait to save your spot. Link in bio to register!
When: 13 Oct 2026, 5 pm – 8 pm
Heroes & Villains
Educational Arts Team and Liberty State Park present Heroes & Villains, a costumed event. Look forward to arts & crafts, performances, face painting, costume contest, and more!
When: 17 October 2026, 11 am – 3 pm
Where: 200 Morris Pesin Dr., Jersey City
RUN LSP – Costume Edition
The John E. Nagel Foundation, in collaboration with others, is presenting RUN LSP’s Fall 5k + Kids Fun Run: Costume Edition! The USA Track & Field-certified 5K course winds throughout LSP, featuring picturesque views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty and the Park’s stunning fall foliage
When: 17 Oct 2026, 8 am – 12 pm
Where: 200 Morris Pesin Dr. JC
Chuseok K-Fest 2026
You are invited to the 2nd Annual Chuseok K-Fest at City Hall. Come for a day filled with Korean culture, food, K-Pop, performances, activities, and more.
There will be vendor booths & a pop-up market, a K-Pop Dance contest, a K-Pop DJ set, etc., in the outdoor setting, while the indoor program includes an award ceremony, a keynote speech, and cultural and contemporary performances.
When: October 17, 2026, 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Where: Jersey City Hall Plaza, 280 Grove St.
Newport Pumpkin Festival
Fall fun is back at Newport!
Join the annual Pumpkin Festival at Newport Green! Spend the afternoon exploring the pumpkin patch and enjoying live entertainment, spooky story time, a magic show, face painting, tarot card readings, live pumpkin carving, special appearances from Mario & Luigi, giveaways, and more!
When: 17 October 2026, 1 pm – 3 pm
Where: Newport Green Park, Jersey City
Gracie’s Playhouse
Gracie’s Playhouse brings you Wiggle Wednesday for the 0 to 5 age group!
When: 21 Oct 2026, 28 Oct 2026, 11 am to 11:30 am
Where: Hamilton Park Lawn
Jersey City Moms Halloween Night Out
Jersey City Moms Halloween Night Out is on, and we’re brewing up a night of spooky cocktails, mischief, shenanigans & GOOD VIBES!
When: October 22, 2026, 8–10 PM
Where: 326 5th Street, Jersey City
Baby Fair – Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City Medical Center’s annual Baby Fair is here. Whether you are expecting, a new parent, or growing your family, come and join us for a day dedicated to all things baby. Connect with local experts, discover parenting resources, and explore the best products for your little ones.
When: 24 October 2026, 11 am – 2 pm
Where: 355 Grand St., Jersey City
Fall Festival – Pershing Field Park
This Fall Festival is brought to you by Pershing Field Garden Friends. Come with family and enjoy a beautiful afternoon outside with face painting, crafts, a photo booth, games, a costume parade, and much more. This is a free event.
When: 24 Oct 2026, 1 pm – 4 pm
Where: Pershing Field Park
Thrifty Saturday – Halloween Market
Come visit the 5th annual Halloween Market. Shop vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, sports jerseys & more while enjoying all the Halloween fun. There will be a costume contest. All ages welcome.
When: October 24, 2026, 2–7 PM
Where: 1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken
Fall Open Studios – Mana Contemporary
Mana Contemporary will open its Jersey City home to the public for an afternoon of art, artists, exhibitions, performances, and plenty to discover. With more than 100 artist studios throughout the building, visitors can wander through creative spaces, meet artists, discover new work and get a glimpse into the people and places behind it all.
When: 25 October 2026, 12 – 6 pm
Where: Mana Contemporary, 888 Newark Ave., Jersey City
Annual Monticello Fall Festival
Millicent Ansah & The Common Earth Company are excited to announce the 4th Annual Monticello Fall Festival. This festival brings families and neighbors together for an afternoon of pumpkins, creativity, music, activities, community resources, and JOY right here in Bergen-Lafayette.
When: October 25, 2026, 11 AM–3 PM
Where: The Common Earth Company, 99 Monticello Avenue, Jersey City
Hoboken Community Rides 2016
Are you ready to roll for the 2026 Hoboken Community Bike Rides this summer? Then mark your calendars!
These community rides are family-friendly bike rides through Hoboken, usually covering 4-5 miles with a couple of stops along the way. To keep things safe, the Hoboken Police Department provides an escort for the rides.
Each ride starts in a different location and follows a unique route, so be sure to follow @bikehoboken, or subscribe to the Bike Hoboken newsletter at bikehoboken.org, to see the monthly event details.
When: Oct 25, 2026
Where: Hoboken
Trunk or Treat
Sponsored by Saint Dominic Academy, this event invites everyone to a fun trunk-or-treat with the Girl Scouts. A big thank you to our Jersey City Paraprofessional Association and the South Hudson Civic Association for sponsoring. Expect ice cream, face painting, etc.
When: 30 October 2026, 5 pm – 6:30 pm
Where: Saint Dominic Academy Parking Lot, corner of Duncan & Kennedy
Halloween Party
Native Dental brings you a fun Halloween Party with games and activities for the kids, free giveaways, and a raffle giveaway. Join for a fun, family-friendly Halloween celebration with treats, games, prizes, and more!
When: 31 October 2026, 1 pm – 3 pm
Where: Native Dental, 244 St. Paul’s Ave. Suite 3, Jersey City
Halloween Family Bash – Whole Spectrum Autism
Whole Spectrum Autism brings you a sppok-tacular halloween family bash. Come for the FREE Halloween Family Bash, filled with festive fun, family activities, and Halloween magic for everyone. Come dressed in your favorite costume!
When: 31 October 2026
Where: Newark Ave Pedestrian Mall, Downtown Jersey City
Halloween Family Bash
Who’s looking forward to some Halloween fun? Join the Historic Downtown Jersey City Special Improvement District for the Halloween Family Bash. This free, rain-or-shine event will feature Games & rides, Live music, Face painting, Corn maze, Candy & treats, and plenty of Halloween fun for the whole family!
When: 31 Oct 2026, 12 pm – 8 pm
Where: Newark Avenue Pedestrian Mall & Grove Street, Jersey City
5th Annual Hudson County Fall Fest
Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourism Development brings to you the 5th Annual Hudson County Fall Fest.
When: 31 Oct 2026, 12 pm – 6 pm
Where: 101 Pacific Ave. Jersey City
Qua’s Creative Boolevard – Community Trunk-or-Treat
QUA Creative Art Center and Amazing Flowers bring you Qua’s Creative Boolevard. Perfect mix of trunks, treats, crafts, costumes and community. All are welcome and costumes are encouraged.
When: 31 Oct 2026, 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: 758 Ocean Ave. Jersey City
Fall Social Club
Fall Social Club is here. Make friends, build skills, and have fun. Our therapist-led Fall Social Club gives children ages 3–10 a fun, supportive space to connect with peers while building important social-emotional skills through games, crafts, movement, and interactive activities!
When: Sept 7 – Oct 30, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
Where: Little Milestones for Small Discoveries, Jersey City
Migratory Bird Walks
Fall migration is moving through Jersey City!
Join JC Department of Recreation and Youth Development on Friday mornings at Historic Reservoir 3 Preserve for Migratory Bird Walks and discover who is stopping by on their journey south.
These relaxed, guided walks are open to everyone, whether you are an experienced birder, brand new to birding, or simply curious about the wildlife sharing our city.
When: 9, 16 October 2026, Fridays, 7 am
Where: Historic Reservoir # 3
Hamilton Park Farmers’ Market
Wednesdays, starting May 6, 4 pm to 7 pm, Hamilton Park will have the farmers’ market where you can get fresh produce, delicious baked items, fresh flowers, and more.
When: Wednesdays, 4 pm – 7 pm
Where: Hamilton Park
Puppetry Workshop
Free 6-week Puppetry After-School Program! Kids bring their own puppet creations to life. This is a free program, but space is limited, and enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. This is for ages 8–12.
When: October 6, 13, 20, 2026
That Thing
A workshop series with Sarah Salvatoriello every Wednesday in October, conducted in partnership with @jclibrarynj.
When: Oct 4, 14, 21, 28, 2026
Where: 472 Jersey Ave, Jersey City
Meet the Artists and Art Auction
Hoboken Art Month closes with a spectacular weekend of events, including the legendary Artists’ Studio Tour. On Saturday, Nov. 1st, meet the artists at a reception at the Hoboken Historical Museum. On Sunday, Nov. 2nd, take the self-guided Artists’ Studio Tour and then bid on some amazing art at the Museum’s Art Auction.
When: 1 Nov 2026, 6 – 8 pm; Art Auction: 2 Nov 2026, 12 to 4:30 pm
Where: The Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Huson St.
Tricky Tray Fundraiser
Join Whole Spectrum Autism for the Tricky Tray Fundraiser and enjoy an evening of prizes, community, and giving back. Your support helps us continue creating inclusive experiences for families.
When: 5 November 2026, 6 pm
Where: 1081 Broadway, Bayonne
Main Street Pops – Artisan Market
The Main Street Pops Hoboken Market Schedule is finally out!
Save the dates for monthly markets filled with handmade artisanal goods, great tunes, family fun and good vibes all around.
From April 12 to November 8, you can look forward to the pop-up markets, with new offerings each month.
When: Sundays, 11 am – 4 pm
Thanksgiving Giveaway
This Thanksgiving, we’re coming together to make the season a little brighter!
Join Whole Spectrum Autism for our FREE holiday giveaway, providing families with food and essentials as we celebrate the spirit of giving.
When: 21 November 2026, 12 – 3 pm
Where: 525 Montgomery St., County Prep High School
Christmas Holiday Celebrations – Whole Spectrum Autism
You can look forward to a Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting ceremony. Join Whole Spectrum Autism in spreading joy through our FREE Christmas Toy Drive, helping make the season brighter for children and families in our community.
When: 1 December 2026, 5 pm – 7:30 pm
Where: Newark Pedestrian Mall, Jersey City
Deck the Pins Bowling Bash – Whole Spectrum Autism
Let’s roll into the holiday season together! Join Whole Spectrum Autism for Deck the Pins, a festive bowling bash filled with laughter, friendly competition, and holiday cheer.
When: 12 December 2026, 12 pm – 3 pm
Where: Hudson Lanes, 1 Garfield Ave, Jersey City
Star Gaze
The Amateur Astronomers Association will provide telescopes for stargazing at the High Line. Have some nighttime observation fun.
The AAA returns with stargazing opportunities in and around NYC. Join the AAA for Stargazing Tuesdays at the High Line! The meeting will be at the crossroads of Little West 12th and Washington Streets, just south of the Standard Hotel. They have several other locations. Check the schedule here.
Other activities and things to do in Jersey City
With the summers being short, we make the most of the summer weekends available. It is great that there are so many events and activities in the city that are suitable for families. You can visit parks, go hiking or go camping. Zoos and safaris or drive-thru zoos are never disappointing for the kids. You can check out the petting zoos, a favorite of children and adults. Whether trampolines or dinosaurs, street food or cafes, farms or museums, Jersey City and the surrounding areas have it all.
And depending on the month, you can take the family to go and pick apples or peaches. Visiting the nearby lavender fields would be calming for everyone. If you want a change of colors, check out the sunflower farms. And in the evenings, with the pleasant weather, nothing can be better than meeting up with friends in restaurants. If you want to meet over drinks and have the kids in tow, there are many kid-friendly bars in and around the city. If you are looking for a night out after a full day of summer fun, look no further than Hoboken and Jersey City.
Indoor activities: Summers don’t mean it is always sunny and dry. During the rain, you can check out the several indoor options available. If the heat gets too much with the soaring temperatures, you can opt for indoor activities or go to water parks and sprinkler parks. You can also try other water activities. Some of the most fulfilling summer days are spent near or in water.
Summer offers fantastic opportunities for activities and events, but it’s also an ideal time to focus on personal and children’s development. Mommy and me classes are available for moms with babies and toddlers. Numerous other summer classes are available – dance, fitness, art, cooking, baking, mathematics, and many more. If the classes are held outdoors, it is a double advantage. One can enjoy a sunny day while doing something meaningful. And if you prefer to study on your own, there is no dearth of outdoor study spots in the city.
With so much being offered in this beautiful city we call home, let us make the best of this summer.
Updated 13 October 2026
