This article is sponsored by the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID).

If you live in Jersey City, you know that the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (aka HDSID) is always hosting fun events for locals. From farmers’ markets to the annual All About Downtown Street Fair, this local non-profit is committed to making Chilltown a great place to live. HDSID is currently gearing up for its 2025 events season, and we’re sharing all the FREE upcoming happenings to look forward to: the spring + summer farmers’ market, the Handmade Market, Groove on Grove, and the All About Downtown Street Fair. Applications are now open for local businesses and vendors looking to get involved. Read on for more about HDSID’s upcoming 2025 events in Jersey City, New Jersey.

HDSID’s 2025 Events Lineup in Jersey City

Spring + Summer Farmers’ Market | April-December

Every Monday and Thursday from April 28th through December 22nd, 2025, HDSID’s Spring + Summer Farmers’ Market will be in session at the Grove Street PATH Plaza in Jersey City. From 3PM-7PM each week, locals can shop for baked goods, fresh produce, artisanal bites, coffee, drinks, nuts, and so much more.

Handmade Market | May-September

HDSID’s Handmade Market will run from May 7th through September 17th, 2025. Every Wednesday from 3PM-8PM and Saturday from 12PM-6PM, residents can browse unique creations from local artists and makers at the Grove Street PATH Plaza in Jersey City.

Groove on Grove | May-August

Groove on Grove is all about highlighting up-and-coming local musicians. These events will take place every Wednesday from 6PM-9PM at the Grove Street PATH Plaza in Jersey City from May 7th through August 27th, 2025. All music booking is done by Rock-it Docket.

14th Annual All About Downtown Street Fair | September

HDSID’s annual All About Downtown Street Fair has become a local favorite and is one of the most popular events of the year. The 2025 Street Fair will take place on Saturday, September 20th from 12PM-6PM. From Grove Street to Coles Street in Jersey City, locals can expect 200+ businesses, eats, drinks, music, shopping, rides, kid-friendly activities, and much more.

All of these events are FREE to attend. Vendor registration and sponsorships are now open for all of HDSID’s 2025 events in Jersey City. All applications for the above events can be found on HDSID’s website here. Subscribe to the newsletter for the latest updates.

About HDSID

The Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID) is a public-private partnership, 501(C) which allows local business owners to directly impact the neighborhoods in Historic Downtown Jersey City. The community-first non-profit expanded to include 26 more businesses in spring 2024 and works with local businesses, property owners, and neighborhood associations in partnership with the City government. HDSID also has a clean team on duty seven days a week from 5AM-7PM to ensure the cleanliness of the downtown area, and hosts various community events year-round. HDSID’s mantra is “Live, shop, support local. Always!”

Learn more about HDSID in Jersey City on the website.