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Taste Your Way Through Hoboken at the Hoboken 7th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival on April 11th, 2026

Ready, set, let’s eat some Mac & Cheese at the Hoboken Annual Mac & Cheese Festival.

Set your taste buds on the food crawl format, as participants stop at many designated Mac & Cheese stops throughout Hoboken”

Participating Mac & Cheese stops

Wonder

River Street Garage

The Waiting Room

Antique at 112

Carlo’s Bakery (sweet treat stop)

Dipped N’ Smashed (sweet treat stop.

The Brass Rail

Green Rock Tap & Grill

GTK (VIP Exclusive)

Madd Hatter

Hoboken Biergarten

The Madison Bar + Grill

Napoli’s Brick Oven Pizza

Pizza Republic

Texas Arizona

Urban CoalHouse (GA + VIP Exclusive Offer)

How to chow down at the Mac & Cheese Festival?https://www.ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/HobokenMacCheeseFest

If tickets are still available

If You Go:

7th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival

April 11th, 2026

Variety of stops

Events for Thursday, April 9th, Friday, April 10th, Saturday, April 11th and Sunday, April 12th, 2026 for Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne and Secaucus

Thursday, April 9, 2026
Easter Kids Boat Party Cruise:
A themed cruise for children departing from the Liberty Harbor Marina Boatyard (15 Marin Blvd, Jersey City) at 10:00 AM.

LSC After Dark: A weekly 21+ nightlife event at the Liberty Science Center (222 Jersey City Blvd, Jersey City) starting at 6:00 PM.

Local Events for April 6th, April 7th, 2026 for Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne and Secaucus

Monday, April 6, 2026
Noel Sagerman Trio Plus Jam Session

6:00 PM
The Brightside Tavern, 141 Bright Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302
A live jazz performance followed by an informal jam session where local musicians are invited to play.

Combo Gaming Event: Chess
7:00 PM
The Vic Tavern, 107 Hobart Avenue, Bayonne, NJ 07002
A social and competitive gaming event featuring chess in a bar environment.

Local Events for Friday, April 3, Saturday, April 4th and Sunday (Easter) April 5th for Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne and Secaucus

LYNDHURST (OUTSIDE HUDSON EVENT

Friday, April 3, 2026
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

Time: 1:00 PM
Location: 149 Polito Avenue, Lyndhurst, NJ (Near Secaucus)
Details: A classic dinner theater experience featuring a medieval-style tournament and jousting.

HOBOKEN

Art Camp for Kids
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Hugs & Bugs Club, 537 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ
Details: A creative camp for children aged 3.5 to 7, exploring nature materials and art techniques.

JERSEY CITY

Tomoko Omura Quintet (Jazz & Folk Fusion)
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: The Statuary, 53 Congress Street, Jersey City, NJ
Details: A live jazz and folk fusion performance. A $25 donation is suggested.

JERSEY CITY

The Laugh Tour Comedy Club
Time: 8:45 PM
Location: Dorrian’s Red Hand, 555 Washington Street, Jersey City, NJ
Details: Stand-up comedy featuring comedians from Netflix and Comedy Central. Tickets are approximately $25.

JERSEY CITY

Karaoke @ Biergarten
Time: 9:00 PM
Location: Pilsener Haus & Biergarten, 1422 Grand Street, Hoboken, NJ
Details: Late-night karaoke in a traditional beer garden setting.

HOBOKEN

Bollywood Mehfil Night
Time: 10:30 PM
Location: The Ainsworth, 310 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken, NJ
Details: Live Bollywood music by the band ANAHAT followed by a DJ afterparty.

JERSEY CITY

Saturday, April 4, 2026
Annual Easter Egg Hunt (Jersey City)

Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Berry Lane Park, Jersey City, NJ
Details: A major community egg hunt featuring treats and family activities.

SECAUCUS

Secaucus Easter Egg Hunt
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Schmidts Woods Park, 26 Millridge Road, Secaucus, NJ
Details: Traditional egg hunt for children with various prizes for finding hidden eggs.

JERSEY CITY

Easter FunDay
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Smile Pre School, 194 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Details: A free, inclusive event supporting Whole Spectrum Autism with games and activities.

JERSEY CITY

Van Vorst Park Easter Egg Hunt
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Van Vorst Park, Jersey City, NJ
Details: Morning egg hunt in the historic downtown park area.

BAYONNE

CAT NIP BAND: Springtime Live
Time: 9:00 PM
Location: The Vic Tavern, 107 Hobart Avenue, Bayonne, NJ
Details: Live rock and roll performance at a local Bayonne favorite known for thin-crust pizza.

JERSEY CITY

Buffy Prom
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: White Eagle Hall, 337 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Details: A themed dance party event inspired by “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”.

HOBOKEN

Kenny Raye Band Live
Time: 10:00 PM
Location: Willie McBride’s, 616 Grand Street, Hoboken, NJ
Details: High-energy rock, pop, and funk fusion performance.
JERSEY CITY
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Jersey City Night Market
Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: City Hall Ancillary Lot, Jersey City, NJ
Details: An open-air festival with local food vendors, artists, and live music. Free to attend.
JERSEY CITY

Easter Weekend Kids Party Cruise
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Liberty Harbor RV Park (Boarding point), 11 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ
Details: A festive boat cruise for families with music and games on the water.
JERSEY CITY

Sing Along Sundaze
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: The Factory, 451 Communipaw Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Details: A lively musical brunch experience described as a high-energy dining event.

HOBOKEN

Easter Egg Hunt & Cookie Painting
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: The Little Play Co., 1400 Hudson Street, Hoboken, NJ
Details: A combined holiday event featuring egg hunting and creative cookie decorating.

JERSEY CITY

James McMurtry & BettySoo Concert
Time: Check venue for specific doors
Location: White Eagle Hall, Jersey City, NJ
Details: A live performance featuring acclaimed singer-songwriter James McMurtry.

Events for March 27th, 28th, 29th Hoboken, Jersey City Bayonne and Secaucus


Jersey City
Friday, March 27, 2026
The Masks We Wear:
7:30 PM at the MORA Museum of International Art (80 Grand St). An unscripted Playback Theatre performance exploring the “masks” people wear in daily life.

Karaoke @ 902 Brewing: 8:00 PM – Close at 902 Brewing Co..
Can’t Feel My Face 2010s Party: 9:00 PM in Jersey City. A themed dance night featuring hits from the 2010s.

Events for March 25, 2026: Bayonne, Jersey City, Hoboken and Secaucus

Bayonne
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Casa Lupita, 475 Avenue C (Ward 3)
A community “meet and greet” with Sharon and ward candidates; no fee or registration required.

Jersey City
Grove Film Festival

5:30 PM
The Brightside Tavern, 141 Bright Street
A curated selection of independent films presented in a tavern setting.

The Game Lounge & Movie Night
5:00 PM
VIP Restaurant JSQ – Barshay’s, 175 Sip Avenue
A family-friendly community evening with games and a movie.

Tickled Soles Comedy Show
8:00 PM
Departed Soles Brewing Company, 150 Bay Street
Description: A monthly stand-up comedy show; tickets ($20) include one beverage.

Alternative Comedy Night
8:00 PM
Pet Shop, 193 Newark Avenue
A free, non-traditional comedy show hosted by Crockpot Comedy.

Community Yoga
Time: 7:45 PM
Sol Spirit Yoga & Wellness, 523 Palisade Avenue
Description: Free yoga class open to all levels; advance booking is required.

Arts & Culture Trust Fund Budget Power Hour
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Online/Jersey City (Organized by Office of Cultural Affairs)
An informational session regarding city arts funding.
Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs
Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs
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Hoboken
Hoboken Literary Tour: Little City Books
6:30 PM
Little City Books, 100 Bloomfield Street
The final stop of a month-long tour exploring Hoboken’s local literary scene.

Grey’s Anatomy Trivia
8:00 PM
The Shepherd & the Knucklehead, 1313 Willow Avenue
Trivia night focused on the medical drama series.

General Knowledge Trivia
7:30 PM
The Ale House, 1034 Willow Avenue
Trivia with drink specials and prizes; dog-friendly venue.

Disney Karaoke & Hannah Montana Theme
7:00 PM
Otok Bakery, 506 Grand Street
Themed cocktails and Disney-focused karaoke night.

Library Programming
Crafternoons (3:00 PM), Creative Corner (4:00 PM), What’s New Book Group (4:00 PM)
Hoboken Public Library, 500 Park Avenue
Description: Various crafting, creative sessions for kids, and a book discussion on Finding Grace.


Secaucus
Annex Morning Book Club

1:00 PM
Secaucus Public Library Annex, 1007 Riverside Station Boulevard
A monthly meeting for local readers to discuss pre-selected literature.

Events for Saturday, March 21st and Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 Jersey City, Hoboken and Bayonne

Bayonne St. Patrick's Day Parade Sunday, March 22nd, 2026

Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, Bayonne Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Takes Place, a fun day for the entire family

Saturday, March 21, 2026
History of India Celebrations

Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Museum of Jersey City History, 298 Academy St., Jersey City
Details: A special presentation and celebration of Indian history.

24th Spring Fling Festival & Egg Hunt
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Columbus Park (Clinton St between 9th & 10th), Hoboken
Details: Features a continuous egg hunt, take-home goody bags, bunny-hop races, and photo ops.

Easter Bunny at Newport Mall Saturday,March 21st, 2026

Easter Bunny at Newport Centre
Time: Starting at 11:00 AM
Location: Newport Centre Mall, Jersey City
Details: Annual Easter egg hunt and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny.

Events for Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne and Secaucus for Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March15th, 2026

T-Rex Exhibition now open at LSC.ORG for more information

Saturday, March 14, 2026
Jersey City

Math Madness / Pi Day Celebration: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM at Liberty Science Center. Features Pi Day puzzles, guided math yoga, and photo ops with Elmo and Count Von Count.

Jersey City Brewsology: 7:00 PM at Liberty Science Center. An after-hours event with dozens of local craft breweries and cideries for guests 21+.

Holi on the Cruise: 12:00 PM at Liberty Landing Marina. A colorful celebration of the Hindu festival of Holi featuring music and traditional colored powders on the water.

Women’s Month Market: 10:00 AM at Cafe Lafayette. A local market series highlighting women-owned small businesses.

Comedy Show: 6:30 PM at Dorrian’s Red Hand. Standard stand-up sets with full dinner and drinks available.

Once Upon A Mattress: 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM at Art House Productions. A theatrical performance of the classic musical comedy.

Hoboken
Official St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl:
1:00 PM – 8:00 PM starting at Birch Hoboken. The largest Saint Patrick’s Day pub crawl in the city, featuring multiple venues and live DJs.

Kegs & Eggs: 8:00 AM at Madd Hatter. Festive breakfast and drinks followed by a targeted bar crawl.

UFC Fight Night Viewing: 7:00 PM at Madd Hatter. Catch the Emmett vs. Vallejos bout on big screens.

Bayonne & Secaucus
Burn & Brew Pop-Up: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Orange theory Bayonne. Specialty coffee event featuring Ube lattes and matchas.

Collectibles Duo Event: 1:30 PM at OJ Mac’s Irish Publick House. A mix of shopping for collectibles in a pub atmosphere.

Color with a Princess: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM at Secaucus Community Services. A themed youth activity hosted by the town.

Sunday, March 15, 2026
Jersey City

The Rock and Roll Playhouse Plays: 12:00 PM (Doors 11 AM) at White Eagle Hall. Family-friendly concert introducing kids to classic rock.

Ukrainian Poster Exhibition & Concert: 2:00 PM at Ukrainian National Home. “Voice of the Unforgettable” featuring Victoria Kalaich.

Sing Along Sundaze: 3:00 PM at The Factory. Brunch and music vibe where guests are encouraged to sing along.

Sunday Night Jazz: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at Madame. Smooth jazz and all-day happy hour at this French restaurant.
White Eagle Hall Jersey City

Hoboken & Secaucus
Toastique Community Run: 7:00 AM at Toastique. A free run/walk followed by post-exercise coffee and socializing.

Psychic Fair Fundraiser: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM at Secaucus Community Services. A community fundraising event featuring local reader

Coming March 22nd Bayonne St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Events for Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne and Secaucus For Friday, March 6th, Saturday, March 7th, and Sunday, March 8th 2026

Friday, March 6, 2026
JC Fridays: Spring Edition
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Art House Productions, 345 Marin Blvd, Jersey City
Arts & Culture Festival
Description: A city-wide celebration of the arts featuring free exhibitions, performances, and studio tours.

Ghana Flag Raising Ceremony
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
City Hall Council Chambers, 280 Grove Street, Jersey City
Community/Cultural
Official ceremony celebrating Ghana’s independence at Jersey City City Hall.

Fastlife After Work Party
5:00 PM
The Ashford, 145 Newark Avenue, Jersey City
Nightlife
After-work social event featuring DJ Fastlife, Smoke Black, and Ralphie Mercado.

Christine Santelli & Heather Hardy Live
7:30 PM
Location: 503 Social Club, 503 3rd Street, Hoboken
Live Music (Blues/Americana)
A soulful evening with Grammy-nominated songwriter Christine Santelli and violinist Heather “Lil’ Mama” Hardy.
Cost: $20 advance / $25 at door; BYOB.

All That Roxx Live
9:00 PM
Pig and Parrot Last Resort, 125 Washington Street, Hoboken
Live Music
High-energy live performance by the band All That Roxx.
Visit Hudson NJ


Saturday, March 7, 2026
Spring Craft Beer Tasting
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Pint Bar, 34 Wayne Street, Jersey City
Type: Food & Drink
Description: Hosted by the Jersey City Kiwanis Club, featuring a selection of spring craft beers.

2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade (JC)
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Jersey City
Type: Parade/Holiday
Description: The annual Jersey City St. Patrick’s Day celebration through the city streets.

Hoboken LepreCon Bar Crawl
12:00 PM
Various Bars, Hoboken
Social/Holiday
The massive annual St. Paddy’s themed bar crawl across Hoboken.

Where Deep Waters Cross featuring Carolyn Dorfman Dance
7:30 PM
White Eagle Hall, 337 Newark Ave, Jersey City
Dance/Multidisciplinary
A collaboration between Carolyn Dorfman Dance and Jersey City Poet Laureate Rashad Wright.

Chess Tournament at Cafe Lafayette
10:00 AM
Cafe Lafayette, 74 Maple Street, Jersey City
Competition
Description: Competitive tournament with cash prizes for the top three finishers.



Sunday, March 8, 2026

(International Women’s Day)
Siren Song: International Women’s Day Celebration
1:00 PM
902 Brewing Co., 101 Pacific Avenue, Jersey City
Live Music & Art
Showcase of local women-fronted musical acts and artists to raise funds for women’s initiatives.

In Her Footsteps: A Celebration of Women in History
Time: 1:00 PM
Museum of Jersey City History, 298 Academy Street, Jersey City
Immersive Multimedia/History
Interactive experience featuring actors portraying influential women from history.

International Women’s Day Run (5K)
10:00 AM
Overpeck County Park, 40 Fort Lee Road, Leonia (near Secaucus)
Fitness/Charity
Inaugural 5K run/walk benefitting JBWS survivors of domestic abuse.

The Currys Live
3:00 PM
Hoboken
Live Music (Indie Folk-Rock)
Description: Harmony-driven performance by the indie band The Currys; kids are welcome for free.
Cost: $20

Events for Saturday, February 14th and Sunday, February 15th, 2026-Jersey City, Hoboken, and Secaucus

Saturday, February 14, 2026 (Valentine’s Day)
Jersey City
Family Valentine’s Day Party: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM at 902 Brewing Co. (101 Pacific Ave). A kid-friendly celebration featuring a DJ dance party, face painting, and local vendors.

Valentine’s Indulgence Dinner: Starting at 5:00 PM at Hyatt Regency Jersey City (2 Exchange Place). A prix-fixe dinner with waterfront views, themed cocktails, and an elaborate dessert selection.

Save the Powerhouse Walking Tour: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, meeting at Marin Blvd and Christopher Columbus Dr. A historical tour hosted by the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy.