Things to Do in Hoboken This Weekend

This is our running list of things to do in Hoboken this weekend. We update it every week with the events actually worth leaving the house for, including dates, times, addresses and what each one costs. Bookmark this page instead of hunting for a new list every Friday.

Last updated: Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

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This weekend: Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25, 2026

From the HoBOOken 5K on the waterfront to a free fall fest in Northwest ResilienCity Park, Hoboken is packed with Halloween season fun this weekend. Here are our picks, all checked against the organizers.

Monsters, Music and Mayhem, Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25

The Theater Company of Hoboken opens its 2026-27 season with 12 local singers performing songs from the darker side of musicals and movies, including Sweeney Todd, Little Shop of Horrors and Rocky Horror. Every number is staged or choreographed, with plenty of comedy mixed in.

• Date: Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25, 2026
• Time: Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m.
• Location: Mile Square Theatre, 1400 Clinton Street, Hoboken
• Cost: Ticketed; see the organizer for current prices
• More info: The Theater Company of Hoboken tickets

Hoboken Public Art Tour, Saturday, October 24

Hoboken Historical Museum Executive Director Bob Foster leads a two hour tour of the city’s murals, statues and newer installations aboard a Hoboken HOP bus, with stops for a closer look and the story behind each work. Part of Hoboken Art Month.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (check in 9:30 a.m.)
• Location: Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken
• Cost: Free; advance registration required
• More info: Hoboken Historical Museum registration

Charity Cornhole Tournament at Willie McBride’s, Saturday, October 24

Layups 4 Life and Party With Purpose host a Halloween themed cornhole tournament with a costume contest, prizes, a raffle and a 50/50, all raising money for cancer research and local children’s charities. Spectators are welcome too.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Location: Willie McBride’s, 616 Grand Street, Hoboken
• Cost: $70 per two person team (registration closes Oct. 21); $15 spectator food and drink ticket
• More info: Tournament sign up

Thrifty Saturday Halloween Market, Saturday, October 24

The fifth annual Halloween edition of Thrifty Saturday fills the walkway with vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, sports jerseys and more, plus a costume contest. A great spot to find a last minute costume piece.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Location: 1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken
• Cost: Free to attend
• More info: Hoboken Now listing

Trunk or Treat on 4th Street, Saturday, October 24

Decorated cars line 4th Street and hand out candy at this annual neighborhood trunk or treat, an easy way for little ones to show off their costumes before Halloween.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Location: 4th Street between Jackson and Harrison Streets, Hoboken
• Cost: Free
• More info: Hoboken Now listing

Halloween Movie Night: Hocus Pocus, Saturday, October 24

The Hoboken Public School District is showing Hocus Pocus under the stars for a free family movie night. Bring blankets and grab snacks from the concession stand.

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 7 p.m.
• Location: Louis M. Taglieri Jr. Stadium, Hoboken
• Cost: Free; concessions for sale
• More info: Hoboken Now listing

HoBOOken 5K and Scary Scurry Kids Race, Sunday, October 25

Hoboken’s biggest 5K returns to the waterfront, and costumes are encouraged for runners of all ages. Adult registration includes a shirt, finisher medal and Race Village access, and every dollar supports The Hoboken Shelter. Get start times, prices and kids’ race details in our HoBOOken 5K 2026 guide.

• Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.
• Location: Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken
• Cost: $60 plus a $4.60 sign up fee for adults; $25 plus a $2.50 fee for the kids’ race
• More info: HoBOOken 5K website

Alessio’s Fall Fest, Sunday, October 25

A full day of fall fun with free pumpkins, a bounce house, face painting, yard games and a live DJ. Grown ups can enjoy the beer and spritz gardens, and the day wraps up with a family movie on the lawn at 6 p.m. as part of Hoboken Art Month.

• Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
• Time: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., movie at 6 p.m.
• Location: Northwest ResilienCity Park, 1201 Madison Street, Hoboken
• Cost: Free entry; food and drinks for purchase
• More info: Alessio’s Fall Fest listing

Hoboken’s Elysian Fields talk, Sunday, October 25

Historian and longtime WFMU DJ Irwin Chusid tells the story of the Elysian Fields, Hoboken’s vanished 19th century waterfront pleasure garden and one of the birthplaces of baseball. A fun hour for history buffs and baseball fans.

• Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
• Time: 4 p.m.
• Location: Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson Street, Hoboken
• Cost: Free; RSVP suggested
• More info: Hoboken Now listing

Coming up in Hoboken: the first Hoboken Restaurant Week runs November 9 to 22. Browse the deals in our Hoboken Restaurant Week guide.

Plans can change with the weather, so check each organizer’s page before you head out. We update this page every week, so bookmark it and check back each Friday.

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