Hoboken doesn’t need much of an excuse to throw an event.
One day, it’s a massive street festival; the next, it’s live music by the water, and then there’s a food festival where you suddenly find yourself way too invested in a mozzarella competition.
The big ones are back—The Hoboken Arts & Music Festival, Hoboken Mutzfest, and the Hoboken Italian Festival.
But there’s plenty more happening: pop-up markets, concerts, food festivals, and bar crawls that seem like great ideas until the next morning.
Basically, if you’re looking for plans, here are a few highlights of what’s coming up in Hoboken 2025—we’re in for a treat this year.
February Events in Hoboken
2nd Annual Black Jubilee Celebration
Date: Sunday, February 2, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson Street
Back for its second year, the Black Jubilee Celebration is a community event honoring Black art, culture, and history.
Hosted by Mile Square Mommies in collaboration with the Hoboken Historical Museum, the event features live performances, spoken word poetry, and visual art exhibitions.
PAWS & Kisses Pawty!
Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: The Ale House, 1034 Willow Ave
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for humans—at least, not in Hoboken.
PAWS & Kisses is a Valentine-themed dog party featuring a “Smooch the Pooch” kissing booth, a doggie treat truck, and a photo session so you can capture your pup looking their best.
The event includes activities, drink specials, and giveaways for pet owners. If your dog enjoys the spotlight (or just loves treats), this is the perfect way to spend a Sunday.
Hoboken Mardi Gras Bar Crawl
Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Location: Multiple bars throughout Hoboken
You don’t have to go to New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras—Hoboken’s bar crawl brings the party right here.
So, you can expect beads, themed drinks, DJs, and plenty of people in festive outfits making their way through some of the best bars in town.
Participating venues will offer drink specials and entertainment, and the night typically starts at a designated check-in bar, where you’ll grab a wristband and a crawl map.
March Events in Hoboken
Hoboken LepreCon Bar Crawl
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Location: Various bars throughout Hoboken
Love it or hate it, LepreCon is back.
This unofficial St. Patrick’s Day kickoff turns Hoboken into a sea of green as thousands of people make their way from bar to bar, taking advantage of drink specials, live DJs, and general chaos.
Most bars in town participate, with some requiring wristbands and cover fees, so if you’re joining in, plan ahead and pace yourself.
This event tends to draw a massive crowd, and it’s not for the faint of heart—but if you’re looking for an all-day party, you’ll find it here.
You’ll be in for a wild one, so why not kick off your day at one of Hoboken’s best brunch spots?
Hoboken St. Paddy’s Day Bar Event 2025
Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
Location: Various bars in Hoboken
If you missed LepreCon (or just want to go another round), Hoboken’s official St. Patrick’s Day event is where you’ll find more festive drinks, live music, and people wearing way too much green.
Bars throughout town will have specials lined up, so expect packed venues and plenty of Guinness on tap.
Unlike LepreCon, this one leans more toward celebrating the holiday rather than just day-drinking your way through town—but let’s be real, that’s still part of the deal.
April Events in Hoboken
Hoboken Mutzfest 2025
Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Under the 14th Street Viaduct (between Grand and Adams Street)
If you live in Hoboken, you already know that mozzarella is a big deal here. And Mutzfest is where the city takes its mozzarella obsession to the next level.
This annual event is a cheese lover’s dream—local delis go head-to-head, showing off their best fresh-pulled mutz, and you get to eat your way through all of it.
You’ll find a solid lineup of handmade mozzarella, sandwiches, Italian specialties, live music, games, and cannoli-eating contests.
May Events in Hoboken
Hoboken Cinco de Mayo Bar Crawl
Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
Location: Multiple bars throughout Hoboken
As we’ve already seen, Hoboken loves a bar crawl, and Cinco de Mayo is one of the biggest of the year.
Organized by PubCrawls.com, this event takes over the usual bar scene, packing spots like Green Rock, The Shannon, and Madd Hatter with drink specials, tequila flights, and DJs playing every reggaeton song you can think of.
Your ticket gets you access to a crawl map of participating venues, exclusive drink deals (discounted margaritas, cervezas, and shots), and entry to themed parties throughout the night.
If you’re not into overcrowded bars and people who peak too early, maybe keep your distance from Washington Street after sundown.
Hoboken Spring Arts & Music Festival
Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Washington Street (Observer Highway to 7th Street)
Hoboken’s Spring Arts & Music Festival returns this May, bringing together over 300 artists, crafters, food vendors, and live performers for an all-day celebration of local talent.
Washington Street turns into an outdoor market filled with handmade goods, photography, and artwork while multiple stages host live music throughout the day.
This year’s festival is set to feature Grammy-nominated singer Brenda K. Starr as a headliner, along with a packed lineup of regional and local musicians.
You will love indulging in festival food favorites, international eats, and activities for kids.
The fall edition of this festival will take place later in the year, so if you can’t make it to this one, you’ll get another chance to experience Hoboken’s biggest arts and music event.
June Events in Hoboken
The Yellow Stocking Play
Dates: June 5–29, 2025
Location: Mile Square Theatre, 1400 Clinton Street, Hoboken
Mile Square Theatre’s newest show, The Yellow Stocking Play, runs all month this June.
The fast-paced, quick-change comedy is inspired by Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night—but with way more chaos.
The story follows a 17th-century traveling theater troupe that’s completely falling apart.
From food poisoning to avalanches, missing actors, and general backstage disasters, they’re left scrambling to put on a show—with only four actors to cover an entire cast of characters.
July Events in Hoboken
St. Ann’s Italian Festival
Date: July 24–28, 2025
Location: St. Ann’s Church, 704 Jefferson Street, Hoboken, NJ
One of Hoboken’s longest-running traditions, St. Ann’s Festival brings five days of Italian food, live music, and cultural celebrations.
But the biggest draw is, undoubtedly, the famous homemade zeppole. But, of course, there’s no shortage of classic dishes like sausage and peppers, fresh pasta, and top-tier mozzarella.
Each night features live performances, from Italian classics to high-energy cover bands, plus a religious procession honoring St. Ann.
So, if you’re looking for a taste of old-school Hoboken, you’ve found it on a plate with some marinara sauce.
Fourth of July Fireworks on the Hudson
Date: Friday, July 4, 2025 | Fireworks at 9:30 PM
Location: Hoboken Waterfront (Best spots: Pier A & Pier C Parks)
Hoboken’s waterfront offers a front-row seat to the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, one of the biggest displays in the country.
Thousands gather at Pier A Park for the best views but arrive early—it fills up fast.
But you can avoid the heaps of people there by going to Pier C Park––it still has an incredible view, but with fewer crowds.
Many local restaurants and rooftops also offer fireworks watch parties, so if you’d rather skip the piers, book a reservation in advance.
September Events in Hoboken
Hoboken Italian Festival
Date: Expected September 4–7, 2025 (official dates TBA)
Location: Sinatra Park, Hoboken, NJ
Hoboken’s biggest Italian celebration takes over Sinatra Park for four days of authentic food, live music, and cultural traditions. The festival honors Madonna Dei Martiri, a tradition dating back to 1399 in Molfetta, Italy.
But the highlight is the grand procession of the Madonna statue through Hoboken’s streets, ending with a fireworks display over the Hudson River.
Whether you’re here for the fried calamari, zeppole, or the energetic live performances, this festival brings the community together in one of the city’s most anticipated fall events.
While this event traditionally takes place in September, official 2025 dates have yet to be confirmed.
Be sure to check Hoboken city calendars and event organizers’ websites for the latest updates as the dates approach!
October Events in Hoboken
Hoboken Harvest Festival
Date: Expected October 2025 (official date TBA)
Location: 770 Jackson Street Plaza and Seventh & Jackson Resiliency Park
The Hoboken Harvest Festival is one of the city’s favorite fall traditions, bringing together families, local vendors, and live music for a full day of autumnal festivities.
If it follows previous years, we can expect it to occur in October 2025, though the official date has yet to be announced.
Kids can enjoy hayrides, pumpkin painting, bounce houses, and a petting zoo, while adults can check out a beer garden in Jackson Street Plaza.
Local artisans, food vendors, and live music round out the event, and it’s as welcoming as you can imagine.
Just check back closer to fall for official date confirmation and event details.
Hoboken Halloween Bar Crawl
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Starting at Mike’s Wild Moose Saloon, 92 River Street, Hoboken, NJ
Get your costumes ready for the Hoboken Halloween Bar Crawl, one of the city’s most anticipated nightlife events.
Join fellow revelers as you hop between some of the best bars in Hoboken, each offering spooky drink specials and themed festivities.
What better way to show off your creative costumes, meet new people, and experience the city’s famous nightlife in a new light?
Remember to check in at the starting location to receive your wristband and event map.
November Events in Hoboken
Hoboken Turkey Trot 5K
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 | 10:00 AM
Location: Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken, NJ
If you need an excuse to get some exercise before Thanksgiving dinner, the Hoboken Turkey Trot 5K is it.
This annual run brings locals together for a scenic route along the waterfront, offering stunning views of the Manhattan skyline as you work up an appetite.
Whether you’re aiming for a PR or looking for a fun way to kick off the holiday season, this is friendly, like-minded people coming together at its finest.
Oh, and I can’t forget about the free hot chocolate after the race.
Friendsgiving at Madd Hatter
Date: Friday, November 21, 2025 | 8:00 PM – Late
Location: Madd Hatter, 221 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ
Thanksgiving is for family, but Friendsgiving is for the people you actually choose to hang out with.
Madd Hatter throws one of the biggest pre-holiday parties in town, complete with live DJs, drink specials, and a high-energy crowd ready to kick off the holiday season the right way.
It’s a great excuse to gather your crew, raise a glass, and let loose before the chaos of family gatherings begins.
December Events in Hoboken
Hoboken Holiday Banding Concert Fundraiser
Date: Expected December 2025 (official date TBA)
Location: Willie McBride’s, 616 Grand Street, Hoboken, NJ
A long-standing local tradition, the Hoboken Holiday Banding Concert brings together New Jersey musicians for a night of live performances, all in support of community initiatives.
Hosted at Willie McBride’s, this fundraiser is where you’ll find festive tunes, a great atmosphere, and a chance to give back during the holiday season.
In 2024, the event took place on December 15, and if it follows previous years, we can expect it to return around the same time in 2025.
Lineups and details will be announced closer to the date, so check back for updates as the holiday season approaches.
New Year’s Eve at The Hoboken Biergarten
Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Location: The Hoboken Biergarten, 1422 Grand Street, Hoboken, NJ
Ring in 2026 at The Hoboken Biergarten’s NYE Party.
With a curated selection of craft beers, classic cocktails, and an electric atmosphere, your New Year’s Eve will be nothing short of spectacular.
Dance into the new year with beats from a live DJ, toast with champagne as the clock strikes midnight, and enjoy every moment surrounded by friends and fellow revelers.
Tickets often include access to a 4-hour mid-shelf open bar. Be sure to secure your spot early, as prices may increase closer to the event.
A Few Events Worth Showing Up For
Hoboken has its go-to events—the ones that bring the community together, fill the streets and give everyone a reason to get out.
From long-standing traditions like the Italian Festival to newer favorites like Mutzfest, there’s always something to look forward to.
But we’ve barely scratched the surface––plenty of events haven’t been announced yet, and we’re still awaiting official dates.
So, keep an eye out as the year goes on; Hoboken has some magic up its sleeves for 2025.
