The New Jersey Symphony — an Emmy- and Grammy Award-winning group led by internationally renowned Chinese-American conductor Xian Zhang — will soon have a new permanent home, right in our backyard. Jersey City Mayor Stephen Fulop and the New Jersey Symphony recently announced that the Symphony is relocating to the Powerhouse Arts District in Jersey City, inside a new performance hall that is estimated to be constructed by spring 2026. Read on for more about the New Jersey Symphony’s move to Hudson County.
^ A rendering of the new venue. Photo Credit: New Jersey Symphony
The Details
On August 21st, 2024, Jersey City Mayor Stephen Fulop and the New Jersey Symphony announced the news of the group’s forthcoming move to Hudson County.
Located at the corner of Provost and Morgan Streets in the downtown Powerhouse Arts District, the new 44,000-square-foot multipurpose venue will include 550+ seats, space for education and community programs, and 8,000 square feet of administrative offices, per a press release from the City.
^ A rendering of the new venue. Photo Credit: New Jersey Symphony
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The theater is designed to be a flexible space — without a fixed stage or fixed seating — to accommodate a wide variety of cultural events and more. The venue will also provide a permanent space for artistic, educational, and community programs (including music education programs for local families), as well as contribute to the Symphony’s ongoing activities across the state. With this new space, the Symphony also looks to expand its initiatives with Hudson County arts organizations, as well as other organizations around New Jersey.
“I am thrilled to see the Symphony Center project come to fruition,” New Jersey Symphony President + CEO Gabriel van Aalst said in a press release. “Having a home to call our own will allow us to expand on the many impactful education and community programs for which the Symphony is well-known throughout the state, with new entertainment options that the residents of Jersey City, Hudson County, and beyond are sure to enjoy. In addition to being a home for rehearsals and performances by our musicians and icons of the classical music world, we can’t wait to introduce audiences to performances from a broad range of performing arts and collaborate with local Jersey City artists and arts organizations. When patrons enter the theater for the first time, they will immediately recognize that there is no other space like this in Jersey City and will realize the full potential and cultural value it brings to the community. I want to thank everyone involved in making this dream a reality, especially Mayor Fulop, the City of Jersey City, and Toll Brothers.”
Public parking will be available in private lots throughout the neighborhood, and the venue will be two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station as well as the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail.
^ A rendering of the new venue. Photo Credit: New Jersey Symphony
Toll Brothers are at the forefront of the construction, and the opening date is estimated for spring 2026, upon completion of the interior work.
“This represents a significant milestone in Jersey City’s cultural evolution, creating a key destination for our region with permanent space for world-class performances and community-driven initiatives,” Mayor Fulop said in a press release. “We started these conversations over a year ago, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome the New Jersey Symphony to their new home in Jersey City. This new endeavor will enhance our economic and cultural landscape and, more importantly, offer unparalleled opportunities to our residents and community.”
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While the New Jersey Symphony prepares to make the move to Jersey City, those interested in upcoming shows can call 1-800-ALLEGRO (255-3476) or visit the orchestra’s website for tickets.
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Jersey City Water Main Break: What’s Open in Hoboken on 2/19?
On February 17th, a water main broke on 18th Street + Jersey Avenue on the Hoboken/Jersey City border. Crews have been at the scene trying to restore water pressure since around 4PM on Monday. As of February 19th, Hoboken is still under a boil water advisory, while Jersey City is not. As repairs continue, we're sharing all of the local businesses that are still operating during this time. Read on for a ongoing list of Hoboken and Jersey City businesses that are open on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 during the water main break in Jersey City.
If you know of a local business that is open today, please email [email protected].
Hoboken Businesses Open on 2/19
- Alfalfa | 1110 Washington Street
- Black Rail | 800 Jackson Street
- bwè kafe (limited drink menu) | 1401 Adams Street
- bwè kafe (limited drink menu) | 1002 Washington Street
- Choc o Pain | 1500 Hudson Street
- Court Street Restaurant + Bar | 61 6th Street
- Crunch | 113 River Street
- Dozzino | 534 Adams Street
- Elysian Cafe | 1001 Washington Street
- Hey Coffee People (until 12PM) | 103 Garden Street
- The Hive (limited drink menu) | 1000 Park Avenue
- Honey Medspa | 640 Park Avenue
- Hudson Golf | 16 Hudson Place
- Jane DO | 720 Monroe Street Ground Floor
- Jungle Juice | 1016 Washington Street, 417 Washington Street
- Leo's Grandevous | 200 Grand Street A
- Little Bar | 1401 Hudson Street
- Local Barre | 720 Monroe Street C300
- Luv K9 | 421 Washington Street
- Planet Fitness | 605 Washington Street
- Play! Hoboken | 1012 Grand Street Floors 2+3
- Rooted Wellness Community | 720 Monroe Street Suite E513
- Rumble Boxing | 1202 Shipyard Lane
- Schmitty's | 359 1st Street
- The Shepherd + The Knucklehead | 1313 Willow Avenue
- The UPS Store | 4 14th Street
- Wilton House | 58 Newark Street
- Yuki's Coffee + Bakery | 720 Monroe Street Store E101
Jersey City Businesses Open on 2/19
- Alfalfa | 160 1st Street
- bwè kafe (limited drink menu) | 140 River Drive South
- The Hive | 615 Jersey Avenue
For further updates on the Jersey City water main break, follow @thehobokengirl on social media.
