Category Archives: Events

Hoboken Secret Gardens Tour

June 8 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Step beyond the brownstones and discover Hoboken’s hidden green spaces on the Secret Garden Tour! This self-guided walking tour offers a rare glimpse into some of the city’s most enchanting private gardens, showcasing lush landscapes, creative urban retreats, and historic courtyards.

Liberty State Park Upcoming Linked Events

Here are Upcoming linked events and a few flyers at the bottom.

The South Lawn is at LSP’s south side with free parking. GPS is ” 200 Morris Pesin Drive, Flag Plaza “ Shuttle bus at least temporarily starts at Science Center because NJ Transit stupidly hasn’t given OK for Light Rail stop yet.

Sunday, 5/25 Noon to 4pm annual Fleet Week family-friendly at South Lawn

Saturday, 5/31 Noon to 7pm Kite Festival for everyone and also for some professional kite flyers! at South Lawn.

Saturday, 5/31  11am to 1pm Horseshoe Crab Walk to Caven Point Beach. It’s the last event on the May Nature Center Program.

Ticketed event – Pokemon Go Fest June 6,7,8 throughout LSP, but whole park is open to the general public. Attendees need to have or create a Pokémon Go account and then click here Then see Events and click on Jersey City.

Sunday June 29 7:30pm to 9:30pm Free Concert – NJ Symphony Orchestra It’s on the South Lawn.Their website mistakenly omits the South Lawn location.

Not linked yet on our website is the 50th Season of JC sponsored Summerfest concert series on Sundays & Tuesdays! Flyers are below!

Saturday, Nov. 1 Friends annual 5K Run (and Walk) registration is open for early bird price.

12th Annual Jersey City Jazz Festival Announces Lineup for May festival

Riverview Jazz, the non-profit producer of the Jersey City Jazz Festival, has just announced the lineup for its ambitious 2025 festival. The annual event where hundreds of musicians perform for thousands of attendees will take place on Friday, May 30, beginning at 6 pm, and Saturday, May
31 at Exchange Place plaza on the Hudson River waterfront from noon to 9 pm. The festival will also host events throughout Jersey City leading up to the festival beginning Tuesday, May 27.

‘Big Day of Birding’ planned May 17 at Liberty State Park

(“LSP Big Day”, “cedar waxwing”) Bill Lynch.

 New Jersey Conservation Foundation will team up with the Feminist Bird Club of Jersey City, Liberty State Park, and Jersey City Birds for a “Big Day of Birding” at Liberty State Park on Saturday, May 17. The free event includes bird walks at 6 and 9 a.m., and is appropriate for both novice and experienced birders.

 “We will attempt to identify as many species of birds as we can while enjoying good company and the beauty of this urban gem,” said Bill Lynch, New Jersey Conservation’s director of engagement and communications, co-leading the event. “No experience is necessary, and we will bring a scope and extra binoculars for participants to borrow.”

2025 Jersey City Beer Craft Festival

Cozy up to a dazzling, sip-tacular Saturday at The 2025 Jersey City Craft Beer Festival, a blockbuster beer extravaganza that will wow your palate and level up your fall with incredible flavors. We’re talking 3.5 Hours of endless brews, taking place at the stunning Harborside Atrium starting at 6:00pm on Saturday March 22, 2025. Views of the Manhattan skyline and waterfront vibes? We’re all in!

Access to 3.5 Hours of Tastings of 100+ Ales, Porters, IPA’s Sours and more sourced from local, national, and international breweries

Casual beer enthusiasts to beer aficionados will find bliss, so take your souvenir tasting glass and drink up! Just steps from the waterfront, immerse yourself in this stunning autumnal escape with unrivaled views of the city and the shimmering Hudson River. This expansive, light-filled space will play host to an adventure where every pour feels like a journey through vineyards far and wide.

Interactive games and live music will level up the energy as you and your crew make your way through a staggering array of libations. Each bottle has been curated to showcase exquisite wines, featuring revered labels like Tom River Brewing, Angry Erik Brewing, Birdsmouth Beer, Jersey Cyclone, Czig Meister and more. The brewers themselves will be deck, eager to unveil their coveted creations and answer all your viticulture-related questions.

As you bite into eats like Angry Archie’s Lobster Rolls, Chavas Empanadas and more (for purchase) the golden hues of the sunset reflect off the Freedom Tower and the skyline transforms into a masterpiece, raise a glass to an unforgettable Saturday…

Jersey City Craft Beer Fest

harborside atrium

6-9:30PM

Jersey City, NJ 

https://beerfestnewyork.com/jersey-city-craft-brew-fest

Art House Productions’ Snow Ball Gala: Entertainment Lineup, Festivities & Honorees

Art House Productions Snowball Entertainment 2025

Come one, come all to the magical Snow Ball! Art House Productions and presenting sponsor SILVERMAN proudly announce the 17th Annual Snow Ball Gala on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 8 PM to 11 PM, with an exclusive VIP Honoree Dinner starting at 6 PM. The event will be held at Hudson County Community College’s Culinary Arts School and Conference Center, 161 Newkirk St, Jersey City, NJ 07306. This year’s theme, Spectacle of Wonder, brings the enchantment of the circus to life as we celebrate the vibrant arts and culture scene in Jersey City and honor the incredible individuals who champion Art House Productions’ mission to support artists and enrich Hudson County through exceptional arts programming. Creative black-tie attire is encouraged.

Art House is thrilled to honor the following outstanding contributors to Jersey City’s arts community:

  • Hudson County Executive: Craig Guy
  • Jersey City LGBTQ+ Pride Festival Producer: Eddie Baez
  • Executive Director of the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID): Rachel Sieg
  • Artist, Curator, and Arts Advocate: Bryant Small
  • President and CEO of Jersey City Medical Center RWJ Barnabas Health: Michael Prilutsky

In the Fall Art House Productions Presents “Gruesome Playground Injuries” by Rajiv Joseph

Art House Productions (Executive Artistic Director Meredith Burns) in collaboration with Half-Light Productions, is thrilled to announce the upcoming presentation of Rajiv Joseph’s compelling play, “Gruesome Playground Injuries,” directed by Catriona Rubenis-Stevens. This captivating dramedy will be staged at Art House Productions in Jersey City, NJ, offering audiences a unique theatrical experience.

Fulop Administration & New Jersey Symphony Announce New Permanent Headquarters & Performance Hall Located in Jersey City for Premier Symphony Orchestra Fulop Administration

New 550+ Seat Venue in Jersey City to Focus on both Live Performances and Continued Inner City Youth Education

Mayor Steven M. Fulop and the New Jersey Symphony announced today the renowned Symphony’s relocation to a new state-of-the-art, 44,000-square-foot theater in Jersey City’s downtown Powerhouse Arts District. 

Today’s announcement marks an important new chapter for the Symphony and Jersey City, offering a dedicated permanent location that will serve the local community and contribute to the Symphony’s ongoing activities across the state.

Super Trans Am Play in the Bayonne Summer Sounds Concert on Wednesday, August 21

Mayor Jimmy Davis announced that Super Trans AM will perform in the Summer Sounds by the Bay concert on Wednesday, August 14, at 7:00 p.m.  Super Trans AM is a unique and innovative theme band.  They play all of your favorite arena anthems and chart-topping radio hits of the ‘70’s.  Combining unparalleled musicianship with artistic and inspired A/V production, you’ll enjoy revisiting classic sing-alongs from one of the most definable decades in American history.

The concert will take place at the amphitheater on the lower level of DiDomenico-16th Street Park.  The concert site is located below the foot of West 16th Street, between Avenue A and Newark Bay. The number of chairs available in the park is limited.  The Recreation Division suggests that members of the audience bring their chairs.

On music days during the summer concert season, in the event of inclement weather, please call 201-471-7590, or visit www.leaguelineup.com/bayonnerec, or view the City of Bayonne’s Facebook page to check on the status of that night’s performance.

For more information about the concerts, please contact Pete Amadeo at 201-858-6129, or email BAYONNEREC@AOL.COM.