Fourth of July is definitely a holiday meant to be enjoyed with family and friends at a bbq. However, that doesn’t mean Hoboken doesn’t have great events going on this weekend. We’ve got the list of local events and fireworks displays below. Have fun this weekend!
Featured Weekend Event
Jersey City Freedom & Firework Festival: Saturday, July 4th from 12P-10:00PM
Initially we were bummed to hear that the annual Macy’s Fireworks were once again not on the Hudson, but then we remembered how fabulous the fireworks were last year in Jersey City. Celebrate the Fourth of July at Liberty State Park in Jersey City for the 2nd Annual Freedom & Firework Festival. This year the festival will benefit Folds of Honor, a non-profit organization that provides scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen soldiers. There will be carnival rides, food, live music and {of course} fireworks.
Other Local Fireworks Displays: Fort Lee, Englewood, Palisades Park, Secaucus, Hackensack, and Clifton. Click here for a full list.
Additional Weekend Events
Food Truck Rally: Thursday, July 2nd from 5-10:00PM
The Food Truck Rally has become a Jersey City favorite on Saturdays and a special Thursday edition will be held this week to kick off the long weekend. Chopping Block, ME Casa, and Green Radish {a vegan food truck} will be there to help start the celebrations. The event takes place at the lot on Newark Ave just west of 4th street.
Money Machine Fever & Racing: Friday, July 3rd – Saturday, July 4th
This weekend, Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment is giving guests a chance to win some fast cash and tickets to see Taylor Swift perform at MetLife Sadium. On Friday, guests will have a chance to participate in Money Machine Fever. Six lucky participants will have 30 seconds to catch as much cash as possible without bending down or turning around. Following the contest and harness racing, there will be a firework show to celebrate Fourth of July weekend. On Saturday, guests will have another chance at Money Machine Fever during live harness racing and will also be able to enter to win Taylor Swift concert tickets.
Red, White, and Brew Pub Crawl: Friday, July 3rd – Sunday, July 5th
Prepare to walk through Hoboken during July 4th weekend with a party pass that will gain you free entrance into all of the participating bars along with great drink specials. With the pub crawl pass, participants receive a wristband and a full map guiding them throughout the top rated weekend venues. Tickets can be purchased to include a 3-day pass or just for Sunday, July 5th. Get more info here.
Bottle Garden and Soy Candle Class: Friday, July 3rd from 8-10:00PM
A Glass Act glass studio and boutique recently opened in late June and we’re very excited. The studio finds creative ways to recycle, such as turning empty wine bottles into pieces of art. They are now offering DIY glass workshops in the Monroe Center {which are also BYOB- yay!}.This Friday kicks off their workshop classes with a glass coaster making class. Future classes will include bottle garden and soy candle making classes and glass platter classes. Soo creative! Register online now.
Garden Street Farmer’s Market: Saturday, July 4th from 9:00AM-2:00PM
The Garden Street Farmer’s Market will be open this Saturday with lots of delicious options for your afternoon bbqs. Live music will be played by The Coteries and all of our favorite farms will be on hand to sell their treats. Make sure to stop by- the weather is supposed to be beautiful!
Hoboken’s Bacon and Hops Crawl: Saturday, July 4th from 2-10:00PM
Fourth of July is the biggest celebration of the year. There is nothing better than getting all dressed up your most patriotic clothing with a nice cold drink in hand. Rock your red, white, and blue and join Keep Crawling when they bring their famous Bacon and Beer Crawl to Hoboken. Throughout the crawl guests will enjoy either a sample food or drink item at each location, an American top hat, mini flags, and a key chain. VIP tickets are also available. More information and tickets are available here.
NY Waterways Fireworks Cruise: Saturday, July 4th at 6:45PM
For those that want to see the Macy’s Fireworks display, this is a great option. NY Waterway’s July 4th Fireworks Cruise offers traffic-free, front-row enjoyment of the Macy’s July 4th fireworks spectacular, with music, snacks and drinks. The cruise boards at 6:45 pm and 7:00 pm at Port Imperial in Weehawken, New Jersey. The Fireworks Cruise drifts into the East River, offering spectators front-row seats for this classic Independence Day celebration, without the stress of having to arrive early in order to beat the crowds. Click here for more information.
Oceanfest: Saturday, July 4th
If you’re heading out of town this weekend, Oceanfest is a great option for 4th of July celebrations. The Long Branch event is the biggest Fourth of July celebration in New Jersey. It is an all-day, family friendly festival that brings together the most memorable sights, sounds and sensations of the summer season. Visitors can stroll the famous beachfront, take in the wonderful views, enjoy performances by dancers, musicians, clowns and musical acts, sample from a smorgasbord of food vendors, and check out the wares of crafters from all over the northeast. The event caps it all off with the most spectacular fireworks display you’ll see anywhere along the Jersey coast.
Independence Day Paddle on the Hudson: Sunday, July 5th at 2:00PM
The Hoboken Cove Boathouse is hosting a free kayaking excursion on Sunday across the Hudson River. The even will depart from the protected cove near Maxwell Park and head out to cruise the Hudson. The trip is for all skill levels, including beginners. A short class will be conducted for those who have less experience in boats. Arrive by 1:45 to sign up. Tickets are free, if more people come than there are boats available a lottery system will be put in place. The trip should run roughly from 2:00-4:15PM. Get more information here.
Upcoming Weekday Events
Monday, July 6th: Le French Week at Choc-o-pain
Monday, July 6th at 7:00PM: Free Fitness at Pier A- Mimi Yoga
Tuesday, July 7th at 7:00PM: Pier A Yoga with Devotion Yoga
Wednesday, July 8th at 6:30PM: Newport Beach Party & Food Festival
Wednesday, July 8th at 7:00PM: Free Pilates in Columbus Park
Wednesday, July 8th at 6:30PM: Fitness under the Viaduct with Local Barre.
Thursday, July 9th at 6:00PM: Finding Your Voice: Woman in Business Council Education at Schnackenberg’s
Thursday, July 9th: Summer Thursdays at Wicked Wolf
Happy 4th Hoboken!
