Things to Do in Hudson County This Weekend: October 23 to 25

Looking for things to do in Hudson County this weekend? From a zombie opera in Hamilton Park to a Halloween 5K on the Hoboken waterfront, Friday, October 23 through Sunday, October 25 is packed with spooky season fun across Jersey City, Hoboken, Weehawken and Secaucus. Here is our pick of the best events, all confirmed with the organizers.

The Ghost of Uncle Joe’s, Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24

Jersey City’s favorite Halloween season tribute band showcase returns to the hillside grounds of the Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery. Expect a full lineup of local musicians playing tribute sets, plus food and drinks, all in support of preserving one of the city’s oldest historic sites.

• Date: Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: Friday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Location: Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery, 435 Newark Avenue, Jersey City
• Cost: Ticketed; see the organizer for current prices
• More info: The Ghost of Uncle Joe’s on Instagram

Zombie Opera 7, Saturday, October 24

The seventh annual Zombie Opera takes over the gazebo in Hamilton Park for a full scale, free outdoor Halloween spectacle. The show is presented with ASL interpretation and is ADA accessible. Bring your own chair or blanket and come in costume.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 6 p.m.
• Location: Hamilton Park, downtown Jersey City
• Cost: Free
• More info: www.zombieopera.org

Weehawken Trunk or Treat and Halloween Parade, Saturday, October 24

Weehawken Recreation hosts its annual Trunk or Treat and Halloween Parade on the waterfront. This one is for Weehawken residents ages 1 to 12, and registration is required, so sign up through the township’s recreation portal before Saturday.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 1 p.m.
• Location: Weehawken Waterfront Park and Recreation Center, 1 Port Imperial Boulevard, Weehawken
• Cost: Free for registered Weehawken residents
• More info: Weehawken Recreation registration

Spooky Saturday at Schmidt’s Woods, Saturday, October 24

The Town of Secaucus turns Schmidt’s Woods into a Halloween playground. Little ones will love the “Not So” Haunted House, while older kids and adults can brave the Haunted Trail. The town notes the trail is scary, uses strobe lights and is not meant for small children.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: “Not So” Haunted House opens at 6 p.m., Haunted Trail opens at 7 p.m.
• Location: Schmidt’s Woods Park, Secaucus
• Cost: Free
• More info: Town of Secaucus event page

Dandiya Dhamaka, Saturday, October 24

The Indian Caucus of Secaucus and the Town of Secaucus invite the whole community to a night of Dandiya dancing, music and celebration. It is a joyful, high energy evening and a great way to meet neighbors.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Location: Secaucus Recreation Center, 1200 Koelle Boulevard, Secaucus
• Cost: $20 (prices subject to increase)
• More info: Town of Secaucus event page

HoBOOken 5K Halloween Run, Sunday, October 25

Run or walk in costume along the Hoboken waterfront with Manhattan views the whole way. Registration includes a shirt, a medal and a digital goodie bag, and the race supports the Hoboken Shelter. There is also an in person kids race, so bring the whole family.

• Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
• Time: 5K starts at 10 a.m., kids race 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
• Location: Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken
• Cost: $60 for the 5K, $25 for the kids race
• More info: hobooken5k.com

Haunted Forest by the Secaucus Class of 2028, Sunday, October 25

Put on your best costume for an afternoon of spooky rooms, face painting, pumpkin painting and a trick or treating hallway, put on by the Secaucus High School Class of 2028 with the town and the PTSA. Food and refreshments are available for purchase, and there is a 50/50 raffle.

• Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
• Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Location: Secaucus High School, 11 Millridge Road, Secaucus
• Cost: $5 entry, $2 re-entry
• More info: Town of Secaucus event page

Movies Under the Stars: The Nightmare Before Christmas, Sunday, October 25

Part of Hoboken Art Month, this outdoor screening comes with a pumpkin patch hosted by Alessio’s Cafe, where you can pick and decorate a pumpkin. Hot cider, donuts and other fall treats will be for sale. Bring low back chairs and blankets.

• Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
• Time: 6 p.m.
• Location: Resiliency Park Lawn, Hoboken
• Cost: Free to attend; treats and pumpkins for purchase
• More info: City of Hoboken announcement

Spooky Fest at Liberty Science Center, all weekend

Liberty Science Center’s Spooky Fest runs daily through November 1 with a Monster Mash Dance Party, the Boo! Halloween laser show in the planetarium and daily trick or treating throughout the building. On weekends you can also pick a pumpkin for $2, ride the Spooky Train and catch the Nikola Tesla Halloween Phaser Show.

• Date: Daily through Sunday, November 1, 2026
• Time: During regular museum hours
• Location: Liberty Science Center, Liberty State Park, Jersey City
• Cost: Included with museum admission; pumpkins $2 on weekends
• More info: Liberty Science Center Spooky Fest

Plans can change with the weather, so check each organizer’s page before you head out. We will be back next week with a fresh lineup.

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