March means it’s officially Women’s History Month. Here in New Jersey, we are so lucky to be surrounded by inspiring female leaders, business owners, and change makers. To kick off the celebration of this important month full of girl power, we’ve put together a list of local events shining a light on women. Read on for a list of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day events happening for 2025.
Disclaimer: This is a growing list. If you know of any other events celebrating Women’s History Month + International Women’s day please email [email protected].
Women’s History Month Flag Raising | 280 Grove Street, Jersey City
March 3rd | 11:30AM – 12:30PM
In honor and celebration of women’s vital role in American History, the Jersey City Municipal Council and Office of Cultural Affairs will present a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall. Click here for more info.
Ella Committee International Women’s Day + Women’s History Month Breakfast | 1700 Harbor Boulevard, Weehawken
March 4th | 8:30AM – 11:30AM
The ELLA Committee of the Hudson County Latin American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey will host a breakfast with two inspiring panels and a networking session at Chart House in Weehawken in honor of International Women’s Day + Women’s History Month. Click here to register.
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Somerset County International Women’s Day Breakfast | 700 Commons Way, Bridgewater
March 6th | 8:30AM – 11:30AM
The Somerset County business partnership will host an International Women’s Day breakfast at the Marriott in Bridgewater for a day full of inspiring speakers and networking. Click here to register.
7th Annual International Women’s Day Business Summit | 1129 Valley Road, Clifton
March 7th | 11AM – 2:30PM
The North Jersey Chamber of Commerce will host the 7th Annual International Women’s Day Business Summit this year at The Valley Regency in Clifton for a day full of brunch, networking, inspiration, and entertainment. Click here to register.
Passaic City Hall International Women’s Day Ceremony | 330 Passaic Street, Passaic
March 7th | 7PM
Passaic City Hall will honor and celebrate the achievements of distinguished women honorees in the local community this year. Click here for more info.
4th Annual Pass The Crown Around International Women’s Day Brunch | 210 Hudson Street, Jersey City
March 8th | 11AM – 3PM
This year, the women’s entrepreneurship group Pass The Crown Around will host an International Women’s Day Brunch at The District in Jersey City. The event will include a prix fixe menu, music, networking, and more. Click here to register.
Becoming The Woman You Aspire To Be by YWCA North Jersey | 150 Palisade Avenue, Englewood
March 8th | 12PM – 3PM
YWCA North Jersey will host a free International Women’s Day event for children ages 13-17. The day will include mindful meditation, a time capsule exercise, and a vision board session. Click here to register.
The Cottage House x Defying Gravitea | 60 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pequannock
March 9th | 10AM – 4PM
Defying Gravitea will hostan International Women’s Day event at The Cottage House in Pequannock for a day filled with yoga, massage, health shots, and wellness and nutrition presentations. Click here to register.
Ladies of Pop Music Trivia | 205 Washington Street, Hoboken
March 12th | 7:30PM – 9PM
Limited Productions x Black Bear in Hoboken will celebrate Women’s History Month with a night full of ladies’ pop music trivia. Patrons can enjoy menu specials prizes, and more. Click here to reserve a spot.
HDSID’s Women’s Business Owners Luncheon | 341 Grove Street, Jersey City
March 21st | 12PM – 2PM
HDSID will celebrate local women business owners with a fun-filled luncheon at Orale Mexican Grill. The event will include live portrait painting, goodie bags, raffle prizes, music, photo booths, and more. Click here to register.
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Women’s Health + Wellness Symposium | 1 Center Street, Newark
March 29th | 9AM – 4PM
An all-day women’s health + wellness symposium will take place this year at NJPAC in Newark. The event will feature important discussions, activities, panels, and shopping. Click here to register.
International Women’s Day Celebration | 315 White Horse Pike, Collingswood
April 2nd | 6PM – 9PM
Local speaker and personal development coach Maria Grande will be hosting an International Women’s Day Celebration with entertainment, inspiring conversation, and dining catered by Bistro Cherry Hill. Click here to register.
Where to Get Heart-Shaped Pizza in Hoboken + Jersey City
With Valentine's Day just a few days away, love is in the air and many locals are planning how to spend the day. From making a reservation at a local restaurant or planning a unique date night, there are many different ways to celebrate. While heart-shaped sweet treats abound this time of year, we want to shout out one of our favorite savory treats that suits any occasion: pizza. For Valentine's Day, many restaurants in Hoboken + Jersey City have heart-shaped pizzas that are Instagram-worthy and make a fun food-related way to celebrate Valentine's Day. Read on for spots to get heart-shaped pizza in Hoboken + Jersey City, New Jersey.
Hoboken
Benny Tudino's | 622 Washington Street
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Known as the "Home of the Largest Slice," Benny Tudino's is bringing its take on a heart-shaped pizza this Valentine's Day. Customers can choose any toppings of their choosing like mushrooms, onions, sausage, pepperoni, black olives, garlic, spinach, buffalo chicken, or tomato.
Read More: Where to Get Pizza Dough in Hoboken + Jersey City
Blue Eyes Restaurant | 525 Sinatra Drive
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Located on Hoboken's waterfront, this restaurant is going all out for Valentine's Day. In addition to its pre-fixe holiday menu, Blue Eyes will turn its classic pizzas into heart-shaped ones. Patrons can enjoy the pizza either by dining in or ordering for takeout.
The Brick | 1122 Washington Street
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This Hoboken restaurant will serve heart-shaped pizza for the upcoming holiday. Gluten-free and vegan options are available upon request. In previous years, this spot served two pies, one being a savory option in a personal and medium size, and the other being the "Sweetheart Pie," made with Nutella, fresh strawberries, and bananas. The Brick has not yet announced if the dessert pie will be available this year, but encourages its customers to keep an eye on its Instagram, as it will post all the details in the coming days.
Imposto's Pizza | 102 Washington Street
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Imposto’s in Hoboken will have special, limited-edition pizzas this Valentine’s Day. There will be choices such as Pizza My Heart ($22), Vodka Valentine ($27), Heart-A-Rita ($27), and Buffalove Chicken ($30) — that, of course, come in a heart shape.
Leo's Grandevous | 200 Grand Street
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Leo's Grandevous has been serving its Hoboken neighbors since 1939. And of course, Valentine's Day is no exception. Its original heart-shaped pizza will be served — for dine-in service only.
The Madison Bar + Grill | 1316 Washington Street
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This local spot has been a long-standing Hoboken staple since the ’90s. With its specialty cocktails and burgers, patrons shouldn't skip over its pizza. This Valentine's Day, its heart-shaped pizza will be made with Italian flour, fresh tomatoes, and mozzarella. This unique pie will be available on February 13th, February 14th, and February 15th.
Quality Pizza Co. | 304 Washington Street
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Quality Pizza's menu is packed with choices of round pies, square pies, personal pies, and a gluten-free crust. Featured toppings include pepperoni, mushroom, buffalo chicken, and plain, as well as a sausage jalapeno, vodka, and vegetable, among other options. These flavors can be enjoyed in Quality Pizza Co.'s version of a heart-shaped pizza.
San Giuseppe | 1320 Adams Street
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San Giuseppe is known for its coal-fired pizzas, homemade pasta, entrees like meatball sliders to rice balls, and desserts like cannoli and rainbow cake. The Italian restaurant will have a heart-shaped pizza for customers on Valentine's Day. This cheesy dish will be available as a dine-in and take-out option.
Jersey City
Pompei Pizza | 722 West Side Avenue
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This Valentine’s Day, Pompeii Pizza in Jersey City will serve up a plain heart pizza for its local customers. The pizzeria is taking orders for this special pie now.
Rizzo Bakery | 208 Central Avenue
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This family-run business has been around since 1983 and serves fresh baked goods like bread, cookies, and pizza. For Valentine's Day, any large pie can be made into a heart-shaped pizza.
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Rustique Pizza | 611 Jersey Avenue
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Rustique Pizza will have three different choices of heart-shaped pizzas this Valentine's Day. There will be a cheese and pepperoni option. Both flavors can also be combined into a half-and-half option.
