Although your weekend may consist of hoarding food from Shoprite or Trader Joe’s for Thanksgiving and planning table decor {or attending the Lehigh Lafayette Game at Yankee Stadium — go hawks!!}, I recommend taking a breather and going to one of the events in Hoboken this weekend. Don’t stress too much! xo
“9” Group Exhibition by Russian Pavilion and Barsky Gallery – Friday–Sunday through November 30
Month-long exhibit!
An exhibition that will be open until November 30th, 9 Russian artists will be presented. Here is some info about the event and artists themselves: Russian Pavilion and Barsky Gallery present “9,” a group exhibition featuring paintings, sculpture, drawings, prints, photography, video installations and performances by nine artists. Come see the month-long exhibit at Barksy Gallery at 49 Harrison Street!
Medium is the Message Exhibit at Hob’Art Gallery – Thursday–Sunday through December 7
Event promo art
ARTISTS: Meredeth Turshen, Ibou Ndoye, Miriam Untoria, Connie Ftera, France Garrido, Rich Roberts, Geraldine Gaines, Jean-Paul Picard, Tom Egan, Roslyn Rose, Jim Legge, Janet Kolstein, Carla Cubit, Jesse Ensling, Don Sichler, Starr Tucker Ortega, Alberte Bernier, Heather Williams, and Elizabeth R. Weiner-Cohen This exhibit is a continuation of hob’art members’ exploration of a large variety of media. Regular exhibition hours are Thursdays, 12 – 8 pm, Friday – Sunday, 12 – 5 pm; Call for more details: 201-424-1275
Breeders Crown Finals at Meadowlands Racing and Entertainment — Friday, November 21–Saturday, November 22
For the first time in the events 31-year history Meadowlands will be hosting all 12 of the championship races.
On Friday, November 21st, watch 4 of the 12 Breeders Crown Final races, post time is 7:15 pm. Friday is Ladies Night, including special ladies themed cocktails, roses handed out in the dining areas and a drawing for the chance to win a leather purse or clutch after Race 5. Also, guests can head upstairs to enjoy World Free Poker in The Gallery at 7:00pm.
On Saturday, November 22nd, watch the last 8 of the 12 Breeders Crown Final races, post time is 7:15pm. Enter here to win one of five $500 win wagers on a selected Breeders Crown race from Saturday.
Saving the Elephants Run — Saturday, November 22 at 9AM
All proceeds go to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust!
A 10K run/walk in Central Park benefitting the conservation and protection of Africa’s wildlife. Between 2010 and 2012, more than 100,000 elephants were lost to poaching, an average of more than 35,000 a year. Help take part in the action of the prevention of this unfortunate fact. Registration is $45, and you can register here.
Sing Along with Anna & Elsa at All Saints Church — Saturday, November 22 (first showing at 11AM, 12:30PM)
Event poster
Bring your little ones for a sing-along, meet and greet, and photo op with Anna and Elsa! Entry fee is $50 for the first child, $25 per sibling. Purchase tickets here
Kure Pilates Open House — Saturday, November 22 at Noon-4PM
Get your pilates on!
Stop by Kure Pilates this Saturday for an open house for mini-classes, information sessions, and complimentary equipment. Come for your chance to win prizes and discounted pilates training packages, and enjoy some healthy refreshments.
IGDA NJ Workshop Day {Make video games!} — Saturday, November 22 at Noon-8:30PM
Intro game development workshop
Ever wanted to learn how to make a game? Join for 8 all-inclusive, free to attend, intro-level game development workshops. The entire event is free of charge.
Prepared attendees will have their own laptops with software pre-installed. Software used in the workshops are free or have free trials.
Throughout the day, there’s plenty of open workspace. Apply your new skills while you wait for a particular workshop, or get a head start on collaborating with your peers. Not attending any workshops? Feel free to bring your own work anyway! Power and internet are provided for all. Special thanks to Mission 50 for hosting and sponsoring the event.
At the end of the day, continue socializing at Mission 50, over some community-made games.
Register here.
Mustache Pub Crawl — Saturday, November 22 {Starts at Noon}
Grab a stache!
For a suggested donation of $10 or more, you get a wristband and a stache! You can also BYOM (bring your own mustache) Come join the mustachioed crew at the bars listed here, along with the specials they’re offering.
Taste the Wines of Burgundy at Bin 14 — Saturday, November 22 at 2-4PM
Pinot Blanc from a recent visit
Come visit Bin 14 on Saturday for the last wine tasting of the year–featuring wines from Burgundy region of France. Find some potential wines for your Thanksgiving dinner!
Upcoming Week Events
Tuesday, November 25 at 8PM – Trivia night at Four L’s
Tuesday, November 25 at 8PM – Trivia night at Mills Tavern
Wednesday, November 26 – Trivia night at Wicked Wolf
Wednesday, November 26 at 5PM — Trivia Night at Maxwell’s Tavern {50% off on all pizzas}
Thursday, November 27 at 10PM – College night at Wicked Wolf {$3 cans, $8 pitchers, $4 fireball shots}
Happy weekend!!
Your Guide to St. Patrick’s Day Events in Hoboken + Jersey City for 2025
St. Patrick’s Day, a celebration of Irish culture, an excuse to drink green beer, and the day where we eat as much corned beef and cabbage as we possibly can, falls on March 17th. This holiday, which was first called the Feast Day of St. Patrick, was established in 1631 by the Catholic Church to honor St. Patrick, the primary patron saint of Ireland. Whether you're Irish by blood or just for the day, there are plenty of local events to celebrate this historic holiday. Read on for a guide to St. Patrick’s Day events in Hoboken + Jersey City for 2025.
Disclaimer: This is a growing list. If you know of any other St. Patrick's Day events, please email [email protected].
Hoboken
March 14th — Hoboken Luck Of The Irish Bar Crawl | Multiple Locations
The Luck of the Irish Bar Crawl will take place on March 14th at 5PM. Attendees should check in at Madd Hatter, located at 221 Washington Street, between 5PM to 9PM to gain entry to the crawl. Tickets, which range from $10 to $24.99, come with access to St. Patrick’s Day-themed cocktails and beers, a signature Pubcrawls.com wristband, and more. For more information and to purchase tickets, see here.
Read More: Hoboken St. Patrick’s Day 2025: Bar Crawl Schedule
March 15th — Hoboken Shamrock Stroll Bar Crawl | Multiple Locations
The shamrock stroll bar crawl begins at 12PM on March 15th, featuring over 14 bars, including The Ainsworth, Baja Mexican Cuisine, Black Bear, The Ferryman on 1st, Grove Station, Hoboken Biergarten, House of ‘Que, and more. Tickets for this event range from $9.99 to $29.99 and come with perks such as a complimentary shot glass necklace, access to a free after-party, a photographer and videographer, and more. See this link for more information.
March 15th + March 16th — Hoboken's St. Patrick's Day Paddy Hard Bar Crawl | Multiple Locations
This bar crawl will take participants all across Hoboken on March 15th and March 16th from 4PM to 10PM. Specific details regarding this event, including check-in locations and the official schedule, have yet to be announced. Ticketholders will receive all event details via email on the morning of March 15th and March 16th. Tickets for the Paddy Hard Bar Crawl range from $7.77 to $30 and can be purchased here.
March 16th — Saint Patrick’s Day Party at Hoboken Elks | 1005 Washington Street
The annual Saint Patrick’s Day Party, hosted by Hoboken Elks, takes place on March 16th at 3PM. To celebrate Irish culture and traditions, this event will feature a buffet of corned beef and cabbage, Irish music, and authentic bagpipers. The cost to attend this party is $20 at the door. For more information, see this Facebook post.
March 16th — St. Patrick's Day Bar Party Shamrock at The Shannon | 106 1st Street
On March 16th at 5PM, The Shannon in Hoboken will host a festive bar party for all St. Patrick's Day lovers. Locals can expect St. Patrick's Day-themed drinks, lively music, and more. Attendees are encouraged to wear their greenest attire. Tickets range from $2.99 to $9.99. See more details and purchase tickets here.
March 16th — St. Patrick's Day Party at Madd Hatter | 221 Washington Street
This party at the Madd Hatter in Hoboken will kick off at 6PM on March 16th. This event will feature fun drinks, light bites, Irish music, and "a sea of green," as per Eventbrite. There will also be a professional photographer and videographer in attendance. Tickets cost $9.99 and can be purchased at this link.
March 17th — Hoboken Official St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl | Multiple Locations
Hoboken's official St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl has returned for 2025. This year's event, which features festive drinks and live music, takes place on March 17th at 5PM. At least 12 local bars are participating, which includes House of 'Que, The Shannon, The Ainsworth, Wicked Wolf, and Black Bear. The check-in will be at Madd Hatter, located at 221 Washington Street. Attendees should check in from 5PM to 8PM. See more details here.
March 17th — Shamrock Shakes at Hoboken Public Library | 500 Park Avenue
Locals can join Ms. Brenda at the Hoboken Public Library on March 17th to make homemade shamrock shakes. This event occurs from 3:30PM to 4:30PM and is geared towards teens ages 12 and up. See the library's website for all the details.
March 17th — St. Patrick’s Day at Willie McBride’s | 616 Grand Street
The Irish pub and restaurant, Willie McBride’s, will have a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17th. There will be live music by local bands starting at 5PM. Learn more about this event here.
Jersey City
March 10th — St. Patrick's Flag Raising + Celebration 2025 at Brennan Courthouse | 583 Newark Avenue
In honor of St. Patrick's Day, Hudson County will host a flag-raising and celebration in the Rotunda of Brennan Courthouse. On March 10th from 5PM to 6:30PM, participants can expect live music and light refreshments. See the county's website for more details.
March 14th — Sip + Sláinte: An Irish Whiskey Cocktail Experience at Hudson House | 2 Chapel Avenue
Cocktail enthusiasts can join Hudson House's expert mixologist for an Irish-inspired cocktail class on March 14th from 7PM to 9PM. Attendees will learn how to craft three cocktails made with Jameson Irish Whiskey and other premium spirits. There will also be paired light bites and a charcuterie spread. Tickets for this event are priced at $60. See more information and purchase tickets here.
March 15th — Lucky's St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl | Multiple Locations
This bar crawl features two to three shots included with the ticket, an after-party, and over five different venues, including Boots + Bones, Hudson Hound, O'Hara's Downtown, and more. Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl will occur on March 15th from 4PM to 12AM the next day. Locals should check in from 4PM to 6PM at The Ashford, located at 145 Newark Avenue. Tickets range from $20 to $25 and can be found here.
March 15th — Jersey City St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl | Multiple Locations
Pub Crawl's official Jersey City St. Patrick's Day bar crawl, which features themed drinks, live music, and more, will take place on March 15th at 1PM across the City. The check-in location will be at The Grove Station, located at 116 Newark Avenue. Check-in will be available from 1PM to 4PM. Tickets start at $10.99 and go up to $19.99. See this link for more details and ticket information.
March 15th + March 16th — Jersey City's St. Patrick's Day Paddy Hard Bar Crawl | Multiple Locations
The St. Patrick's Day Paddy Hard Bar Crawl is coming to Jersey City on March 15th and March 16th. From 4PM to 10PM, locals can explore the city's best festive drinks. Ticketholders should check their email on the mornings of the crawls for all of the event details, including the schedule and participating bars. Tickets are priced between $7.77 to $30 and can be purchased here.
March 17th — St. Patrick's Day Craft at Earl Morgan Library | 1841 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
The Jersey City Free Public Library will host a festive day craft event in the Children's Room of the Earl Morgan Branch on March 17th. In addition to crafts that kids can take home, this event will include St. Patrick's Day snacks to munch on. See the library's website for more details.
March 17th — St. Patrick’s Spa Day at Newport Centre Mall | 30 Mall Drive West
Glitter + Glam, a spa party company, will host a kid-friendly spa day at the Newport Centre Mall in Jersey City on March 17th. From 5AM to 6:30PM, those in attendance can enjoy manicures, facials, and playful makeup sessions. This event will also feature a make-your-own bracelet station. See more information here.
Bonus
March 19th — St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Secaucus Recreation Center | 1200 Koelle Boulevard, Secaucus
Hudson County locals can partake in an Irish celebration featuring live music, Irish dancing, light refreshments, kids' crafts, and more at the Secaucus Recreation Center. This event will take place on March 19th at 6:30PM. Learn more about this event here.
See More: Egan + Sons: A Classic Irish Pub in Montclair
March 23rd — St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Bayonne | Broadway + 5th Street, Bayonne
This parade will kick off between Broadway and 5th at 1PM. The 2025 line of march will be listed on the parade's website and on its social media a week before the parade. See the website here.
