First Time Home Buyer’s Happy Hour: A casual informational event with free drinks for those interested in transitioning from renting to owning. It runs from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Lovers & Friends Night at Six26: An evening dedicated to old-school R&B love songs at Six26 Lounge and Rooftop, starting at 9:00 PM.
Illuminated Winter Wonderland: A free, family-friendly evening activity featuring a holiday light display along the Liberty State Park Walkway.
Gothic Knights Basketball: Cheer on the New Jersey City University (NJCU) team at the John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center.
Hoboken
Black History Listening + Quiet Reading Lounge: Held at the Hoboken Public Library (500 Park Avenue) at 5:30 PM, this event offers a dedicated space for reading literature and listening to music related to African American culture.
Galentine’s Day Events:
BizBestie Walk: A themed walk from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Petals & Pours: A floral and drink event starting at 6:30 PM.
The Art of Mozz: A mozzarella-making session from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Wednesday Trivia Nights:
The Ale House: General knowledge trivia at 7:30 PM.
The Shepherd & the Knucklehead: Heated Rivalry Trivia from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Other trivia locations include Black Bear (7:30 PM), 10th & Willow (7:30 PM), and Pig & Parrot (7:00 PM).
Community Game Night with HOPES: Interactive games from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Secaucus
Happy Lunar New Year Celebration: Located at the Secaucus Recreation Center (1200 Koelle Blvd) from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The event features traditional performances, music, food, and giveaways to celebrate the “Year of the Fire Horse”.
Senior Valentine’s Day Breakfast: A community breakfast for seniors held from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Senior Art Club: Meets from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Secaucus Senior Center.
Bayonne
“Oh Freedom!” Black History Exhibit: An ongoing exhibit at the Bayonne Public Library focusing on the Revolutionary War in New Jersey.
Story Time (Ages 4-5): A children’s program featuring stories and activities from 3:15 PM to 4:00 PM at the Bayonne Public Library.
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Jersey City
HDSID Winter Farmers Market: Fresh produce and local goods at the Grove Street PATH Plaza (119 Newark Avenue).
Moms Night Out: Galentine’s Celebration: A private event at Porta Rooftop from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM featuring an $8 drink special, bracelet-making, and goodie bags.
LSC After Dark: Love is in the Air: A themed evening at the Liberty Science Center for adults.
Valentine’s Standup Comedy: A comedy showcase at O’Hara’s Bar & Grill starting at 8:30 PM, featuring comedians from Comedy Central and the
Gotham Comedy Club.
Pétalos De Rosas Single Release: An audiovisual experience and listening session at 902 Brewing Co. starting at 7:00 PM. RSVP is required.
Hoboken
Guided Bird Walk: Meet at the 14th Street Pier at 4:15 PM for “Gulps with Gulls,” a bird-watching event with a professional scope and hot cocoa.
Chamber Music Trio: A live musical performance at Little City Books starting at 7:00 PM.
Cupid’s Cocktail Class: Hosted at the Backstage Lounge (1039 Washington St) with seatings at 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM.
Galentine’s Mahjong Open Play: A themed Mahjong night at Mojo Coffee Company from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The event is BYOB and includes light bites.
Hoboken Library Events:
Library Card Sign Up: Held at Haraz Coffee House starting at 10:00 AM.
Discerning Misinformation: A media literacy panel beginning at 6:30 PM.
Pokémon Club: A gathering for fans starting at 4:00 PM.
Secaucus
Thomas Edison Film Festival Viewing: A Valentine’s-inspired film screening at the Secaucus Public Library (Panasonic Room) at 12:00 PM.
Drop-in Crochet for Adults: A crafting social at the library’s Story Tower at 6:00 PM.
Senior Movie: A midday film screening at 12:00 PM in the library’s Panasonic Room.
Youth Spanish Classes: Tweens (ages 8–11) meet at 4:00 PM, and teens (ages 12–16) meet at 5:00 PM.
Ramadan Craft Event: A community crafting session at 6:00 PM.
Bayonne
Speed Dating at Room 990: A social mixer for singles starting at 7:00 PM at Room 990 Bar & Lounge (990 Broadway), featuring $5 shots and music by DJ Mister Klean.
Tech Thursdays: A workshop on library resources from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Bayonne Public Library.
Arts & Crafts Program: A children’s session for elementary students from 3:15 PM to 4:00 PM at the library.