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New FRANKENSTEIN musical movie – streaming on-demand – any day, any time
Frankenstein, based on Mary Shelley's novel, is a sweeping romantic musical about the human need for love and companionship, written by New Jersey composer/playwright Eric B. Sirota. On-stage it played Off-Broadway for 3 years prior to the pandemic. It was recently re-staged for the screen in what is an exciting new hybrid be tween a...
Save Ellis Island – Hard Hat Tour
Closed for over 60 years, the historic Ellis Island Hospital Complex is now open for guided tours. The 90-minute tour takes you through select buildings and grounds of the hospital.
3 events,
Jersey City’s Turkey Day 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Jersey City’s Turkey Day 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Turkey Trotters, Join us in 2024 and register now to get the best rate. Jersey City's Turkey Day 5K will take place once again along the waterfront walkway featuring priceless views of lower Manhattan, The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island an more. Run our 5K course on Thanksgiving morning and burn priceless calories before the...
3 events,
MST presents The Christmas Show Must Go On
All The Christmas Fairy wants to do is put on a good show, but the Frogs, the elves and even a Christmas Gremlin are getting in the way! Can they set the stage and make Christmas Magic happen in time for Christmas? Estimated run time: 1 hour and 30 minutes Recommended for All Ages! Ticket Info...
4 events,
The Heights Holiday Market in Jersey City
The Heights Holiday Market in Jersey City
Enjoy 80+ local vendors, a festive food court, a free holiday photo booth, live music by DJ Preskool and DJ Lucy Euclid, seasonal cocktails by Fox & Crow, family photos with Santa, s'mores hot cocoa by Busy Bee Organics, and more. Location: Riverview-Fisk Park 498 Palisade Ave Jersey City, NJ 07307
4 events,
Historic Downtown Annual Tree Menorah Lighting Ceremony 2024
Historic Downtown Annual Tree Menorah Lighting Ceremony 2024
Holiday Celebrations HDSID celebrates the Holidays with their annual Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting Ceremony on December 3, 2024. Including Gifts from Santa + Cookies + Hot Chocolate! LIGHTING BY: Mayor Steven Fulop | SPONSORED BY: Historic Downtown Jersey City Special Improvement District, Smile Preschool & Nursery, and Whole Spectrum Autism | Registration Required – bit.ly/2024giftlink
5 events,
Jersey City Nutcracker
Since 2010, Nimbus Dance has drawn together professional dancers, youth of all backgrounds, and local celebrities to present Jersey City Nutcracker. The adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic takes place in Jersey City and weaves together themes of magic, adventure, family, and friendship, and featuring the sights, sounds, and characters you might find throughout Jersey City...
3 Acres Holiday Night Market
3 Acres Holiday Night Market
Two night Holiday Market on December 6th and 7th. Music, cocktails, festive treats, novelties, experiences and fun on both nights. The event is open to the public. Bring a new, unwrapped, toy for our annual holiday toy drive collection. Location: 400 Claremont Avenue, Jersey City
9 events,
Heights Holiday Market
Heights Holiday Market
Join us for our third annual Heights Holiday Market pop up! This one day event features more than 120+ local vendors, a festive food court with holiday food and drink, visit with Santa, photo booth, and more! Located in Riverview Park with stunning views of the city, you can browse a variety of curated artisan...
Jazz Fest at JCFPL
Jazz Fest at JCFPL
Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 12pm to 4:30pm Jersey City Free Public Library: Five Corners Branch 678 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306
6 events,
Main Street Pops Artisan Market
Main Street Pops Artisan Market
Main Street Pops Hoboken Artisan Market has become a popular monthly community gathering spot, offering a diverse selection of local artisans & small businesses selling their handmade creations. The markets also feature live local music as well as outdoor games, family fun activities, and seasonal attractions each month. We've got something for everyone ! Fashion...
A Winter Choral Concert
A Winter Choral Concert
Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. Margaret Williams Theatre The season comes alive with the sounds of music. The Caroline L. Guarini Department of Music, Dance and Theatre presents "A Winter Choral Concert" featuring the NJCU Concert Chorale directed by Donald C. Morris. The featured work will be Durante’s Magnificat, accompanied by string orchestra. In addition,...
5 events,
Winter Jazz Big Band
Winter Jazz Big Band
Monday, December 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. Margaret Williams Theatre The NJCU Jazz Ensemble welcomes you to an exciting evening of Big Band music for listeners of all ages! The concert will feature the Jazz Ensemble built by NJCU’s own jazz department. The music will span the full history of jazz and showcase music from...
9 events,
Jersey City Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
Jersey City Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
Pubcrawls.com is enthused to bring you the best bar crawl we host all year, the Official Jersey City Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl! This holiday season just know that we want you to embrace the bad and bring out that sweater that you never in a million years thought that you would wear. Why you may...
Hoboken’s Jingle Bell 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Hoboken’s Jingle Bell 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Description Get ready for an unforgettable run starting at Pier A in Hoboken, where you'll race alongside the stunning Hudson River with breathtaking views of the iconic New York City skyline. As part of one of the largest holiday runs in the country, each participant receives a complimentary Santa outfit, professional photos, chip timing, give...
Happy Holiday Market 2024
Happy Holiday Market 2024
Tackle your shopping list at our annual Happy Holiday Market on two festive weekends: December 14th, 15th, 21st, and 22nd from 12PM-6PM. Explore two magical locations: Indoors at the Ashford Rooftop (145 Newark Ave), featuring 16 vendors each day. Outdoors at the Grove PATH Plaza (116 Newark Ave), hosting over 40 vendors daily. Find the...
7 events,
Main Street Pops Artisan Market
Main Street Pops Artisan Market
Main Street Pops Hoboken Artisan Market has become a popular monthly community gathering spot, offering a diverse selection of local artisans & small businesses selling their handmade creations. The markets also feature live local music as well as outdoor games, family fun activities, and seasonal attractions each month. We've got something for everyone ! Fashion...
Happy Holiday Market 2024
Happy Holiday Market 2024
Tackle your shopping list at our annual Happy Holiday Market on two festive weekends: December 14th, 15th, 21st, and 22nd from 12PM-6PM. Explore two magical locations: Indoors at the Ashford Rooftop (145 Newark Ave), featuring 16 vendors each day. Outdoors at the Grove PATH Plaza (116 Newark Ave), hosting over 40 vendors daily. Find the...
Casa Colombo Christmas Party
Casa Colombo Christmas Party
Save the Date! Sunday, December 15th from 4pm - 6pm Get ready to jingle and mingle at our holiday bash! We're serving up tunes, laughter, and enough Italian treats to make you feel like you've entered a local piazza. So, roll on over and let’s celebrate the season with a sprinkle of fun—because who doesn’t...
4 events,
Fall Pop R&B
Fall Pop R&B
Friday, December 20, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Margaret Williams Theatre The Pop R&B Ensemble is the creation of the NJCU Music Business program. It is dedicated to performing classic “pop” with a focus on rhythm & blues music from the pens of 20th-century tunesmiths whose work ruled the airwaves from the 1960s to the present day.
5 events,
Happy Holiday Market 2024
Happy Holiday Market 2024
Tackle your shopping list at our annual Happy Holiday Market on two festive weekends: December 14th, 15th, 21st, and 22nd from 12PM-6PM. Explore two magical locations: Indoors at the Ashford Rooftop (145 Newark Ave), featuring 16 vendors each day. Outdoors at the Grove PATH Plaza (116 Newark Ave), hosting over 40 vendors daily. Find the...
Ugly Sweater Party at Rewax and Unwine
Ugly Sweater Party at Rewax and Unwine
Imagine a festive atmosphere filled with laughter, creativity, and the dazzling glow of holiday lights. This event is all about embracing the spirit of the season, so put on your wackiest, most outlandish sweater (think lights and all), and join us for an Ugly Sweater Party with a twist. Not only will you create your very own candles,...
5 events,
Main Street Pops Artisan Market
Main Street Pops Artisan Market
Main Street Pops Hoboken Artisan Market has become a popular monthly community gathering spot, offering a diverse selection of local artisans & small businesses selling their handmade creations. The markets also feature live local music as well as outdoor games, family fun activities, and seasonal attractions each month. We've got something for everyone ! Fashion...
Happy Holiday Market 2024
Happy Holiday Market 2024
Tackle your shopping list at our annual Happy Holiday Market on two festive weekends: December 14th, 15th, 21st, and 22nd from 12PM-6PM. Explore two magical locations: Indoors at the Ashford Rooftop (145 Newark Ave), featuring 16 vendors each day. Outdoors at the Grove PATH Plaza (116 Newark Ave), hosting over 40 vendors daily. Find the...