Events in Hoboken
Battery Dance Presents Free Performances in Wagner Park
Catch the Battery Dance Festival at Robert F. Wagner, Jr. Park, a well-known free outdoor celebration of dance. The festival runs August 10 through August 16, with evening performances scheduled each night during the festival period.
Robert F. Wagner Jr. Park"A Manifesto of Comedy" - Sign the Manifesto
Diamond Mesh Inc presents their debut theatre season, a set of three new plays built around the “Manifestival Question” of what it means to be human. With the “sign the manifesto” pass, you’ll be able to attend all three mainstage productions. Individual show descriptions are listed as part of the lineup, and once you purchase the pass you’ll receive promo codes by email to pick the specific dates for your visits.
Paradise Factory Theater(No) Refunds — The Tank
Catch the interactive gameshow-play “(No) Refunds: Red, White, and Blonde” at The Tank. Audience members get pulled into three games, with one premium ticket holder called the “Star Player” competing in hopes of taking home a full refund. It’s a fun, high-energy performance that also explores the real-world costs of being a working artist, all hosted by Tiffany Gold.
The TankHoboken MIDTOWN at Little Bee
Enjoy a lively, interactive music class with Corey at Little Bee Learning Studio. The 45-minute session includes fun songs and games for little ones, featuring themes like colors, shapes, numbers, and animals. Expect lots of movement and participation, including playful activities like freeze dancing and show-and-tell. This class is for infants and toddlers, and includes drop-in options.
Music With CoreyLOVE 2 LOVE [A DONNA SUMMER DISCO PARTY] QXT's NJ
Get ready to celebrate a decade of disco decadence at a Donna Summer themed party featuring the best of Donna Summer and classic 70s disco hits. The event takes place in the main room of QXT's with DJs including Michael T, plus additional guests TBA. There is also more music downstairs, including The Crypt for 80s and more with DJ Ron Medina, and Area 51 for industrial, synthpop, and EBM with DJ Symbiotikat. Attendees must be 21+.
QXT's Night ClubFUMI ABE (Tonight Show), ALEXIS CARABAÑO (HBO max), MACY KWOK (NYComedy Fest), LUIS LOPEZ (HBO Latino)
Get ready for a late-night stand-up show in the East Village with comedians including Fumi Abe, Alexis Carabaño, Macy Kwok, Luis Lopez, and more. Doors open at 10:00 PM and the show features a lively, speakeasy-style vibe where attendees will enjoy nonstop laughs along with a requirement of two drink minimums. Tickets are general admission and all sales are final. Ages 16 and up only.
St. Marks Comedy ClubValentino Khan
Catch Valentino Khan at Marquee Skydeck at Hudson Yards, an elevated 21+ nightclub experience on the 100th floor. Doors begin at 11:00 PM, with last call at 2:00 AM. Entry is via elevator, so arriving early helps avoid peak-hour delays. Weather permitting, the event will be on the outdoor observation deck, but rain or high winds can move it indoors. No refunds are issued due to weather.
Edge NYCMakaya McCraven
Makaya McCraven is performing at Village Vanguard. The show starts at 8:00 PM.
Village VanguardPOP UP DJ EVENT
Swing by Modcup Coffee for a free pop-up DJ set on Saturday morning. Your favorite duo will be spinning at your go-to coffee shop, so come early and start your day with some music.
modcup coffeePier 13 Hoboken: Side Quest
SIDEQUEST is coming to Pier 13 Hoboken for a live dance and electronic music show. The event is scheduled to start at midday.
Pier 13 HobokenSmif-N-Wessun
Smif-N-Wessun is scheduled to perform at City Winery New York City. Doors open in the evening, with the show listed for 7:00 PM local time.
City WineryIceage (DK)
Iceage is performing at the Ukrainian National Home in New York. The show is scheduled for 8:00 PM.
Ukrainian National HomeBts World Tour 'arirang'
Catch BTS at their world tour stop at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. Expect a big stadium concert with BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' live onstage. Doors open in the evening, with the show starting at 8:00 PM.
New York New Jersey StadiumKenny Lattimore
Kenny Lattimore is performing at City Winery New York City. The show is scheduled for 5:00 PM, with ticket sales available via the listed ticket partner.
City Winery New York CityKlaire
Klaire is performing a vocal jazz set at L' Artista Italian Kitchen & Bar. The show is scheduled for 5:30 PM.
L'Artista Italian Kitchen & Bar(SOLD OUT) Rock 101 Camp
Rock 101 Camp is a beginner-friendly music camp for kids ages 8 to 11, with no prior experience required. Students will explore instruments through hands-on musical games and activities, learning songs throughout the week and culminating in a performance for family and friends. Instrument options include bass, drums, guitar, keys, vocals, and other.
School of RockFour Week Intro to Improv Comedy Workshop for Adults
Get ready to jump into improv comedy with Jersey Improv Lab’s four-week intro workshop for adults in Downtown Hoboken. Each Wednesday class runs 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM and focuses on building a solid foundation in improv basics like scene and character building, plus hands-on games and exercises to help you get comfortable thinking on your feet. There’s no homework, no memorizing lines, and no pressure to “perform” or do a showcase. Light snacks are provided each class, and there’s an optional post-workshop social hour after the final session, with food provided and drinks available for purchase.
Symposia Community BookstoreHurray for the Riff Raff at Lincoln Center
Catch Hurray for the Riff Raff live at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Expect an evening of country-leaning sounds with touches of new americana and queer country vibes.
Lincoln Center for the Performing ArtsAlden Booking Presents: Tracheotomy, Scythe of Grim, Torn Open, Mercy Whip and Verse vs The Virus
Catch Tracheotomy live at the Williams Center - Black Box. The show is scheduled for 6:00 PM, with tickets available via Ticketmaster.
Williams CenterRun AF: Hoboken Run Club + Optional Core
Join Firm AF for a free 3-mile run with all paces welcome. After the run, there’s an optional core workout available with separate booking. Expect a friendly, community-focused vibe from start to finish.
Firm AFAndrew Bird at Central Park SummerStage
Catch Andrew Bird live at SummerStage in Central Park. The show is scheduled for 7:00 PM local venue time.
SummerStage in Central ParkMtG Hobbit Prerelease
Join for the MtG Hobbit prerelease, a 4-round sealed tournament that may be adjusted down to 3 rounds if attendance is low. Entry is $60, with an additional $5 for bonus packs. Door prizes are given out randomly during each event day, with one bundle available per player per event. There are scheduled event times on Friday at 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM, Saturday at 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM, and Sunday at 11:00 AM, each with a specified number of bundles.
Play! HobokenD.L. Hughley
Catch D.L. Hughley live for an evening of comedy at City Winery New York City. The show is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM.
City Winery New York CityChris Brown
Catch Usher and Chris Brown for a co-headlining R&B stadium show. The concert takes place at MetLife Stadium as part of The R&B Tour, with both artists billed on the lineup.
New York New Jersey StadiumUsher and Chris Brown
Get ready for a big night of R&B and pop when Usher and Chris Brown take the stage at MetLife Stadium. The show starts at 7:00 PM, and Spotify notes that all event times are local to the venue’s timezone.
New York New Jersey StadiumEUROGALLERY
Enjoy a formal Euro-themed evening with an all-green-and-black dress code while artwork from featured artist EuroArtVision is on display. The night also includes live music plus food and drinks, making it a fun, in-person hangout for art and culture lovers.
The Grand LoftRun AF: Hoboken Run Club + Optional Core
Join Firm AF for a free 3-mile run in Hoboken where all paces are welcome. After the run, there’s an optional core workout available as a separate booking. Expect a friendly atmosphere and good energy.
Firm AFElif
Catch ELIF with Lovecraft at Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises - Midtown. This is a live electronic music night with a show starting at 7:00 PM.
Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises - MidtownBruno Mars
Bruno Mars is coming to MetLife Stadium for The Romantic Tour. Expect a big concert night with special guests including RAYE and DJ Pee .Wee.
New York New Jersey StadiumThe Wiggles
Catch The Wiggles live for an energetic show at The Wellmont Theater in Montclair. Showtime is listed for 6:00 PM, and tickets are available through Ticketmaster, with a note that there are few left.
The Wellmont TheaterBruno Mars
Bruno Mars is bringing a big stadium show to MetLife Stadium, with RAYE as the opening act. The performance is scheduled for 7:00 PM local venue time.
New York New Jersey StadiumMyriam Hernandez
Catch Myriam Hernandez live at the Ritz Theatre & Performing Arts Center in Elizabeth, New Jersey. The show starts at 6:00 PM.
Ritz Theatre & Performing Arts CenterWeek 8 Summer Basketball Camp - Hoboken, NJ 2026
Get ready for a full week of basketball instruction at Edge Hoboken. This day camp is for kids ages 5 to 14 and runs Monday through Friday, with sessions from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Campers work on key fundamentals through drills and gameplay, and they also get daily awards and prizes. Lunch is available depending on the tuition option you choose, and the camp includes daily lectures and video presentations to support skill development.
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