Things to Do in Hudson County in November 2026

November in Hudson County means art walks, food crawls, Veterans Day tributes and some of the most scenic turkey trots in New Jersey. Here are the things to do in Hudson County in November 2026 that we have confirmed with the organizers, in date order.

Hoboken Artist Studio Tour, Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8

The 45th annual tour wraps up Hoboken Art Month with a free, self guided walk through artist studios, galleries and public art. A reception with an art auction kicks things off Friday, November 6 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Hoboken Historical Museum.

• Date: Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, 2026
• Time: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. (hours vary by venue)
• Location: Studios and galleries across Hoboken
• Cost: Free
• More info: City of Hoboken announcement

Jersey City Mac and Cheese Festival, Saturday, November 7

Sample mac and cheese at downtown Jersey City spots including Ashford, Boots and Bones, Rustique, Jam Cakery, Hudson Hall and Stellas. Part of the proceeds support the Community FoodBank of New Jersey.

• Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
• Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (check in 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.)
• Location: Check in at Hudson Hall, 364 Marin Boulevard, Jersey City
• Cost: $16.92 to $69.92 including fees
• More info: Tickets and details

Bayonne Veterans Day Parade, Sunday, November 8

Bayonne honors its veterans with a parade that starts at American Legion Post 19 and finishes at Catholic War Veterans Post 1612. Come out, wave a flag and say thank you.

• Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
• Time: 12 p.m. sharp
• Location: American Legion Post 19 to Catholic War Veterans Post 1612, Bayonne
• Cost: Free
• More info: City of Bayonne announcement

Jersey City Veterans Day Flag Raising, Monday, November 9

Jersey City’s Division of Veterans Affairs hosts a special flag raising to honor the men and women who have served. All are welcome.

• Date: Monday, November 9, 2026
• Time: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Location: City Hall Council Chambers, 280 Grove Street, 2nd Floor, Jersey City
• Cost: Free
• More info: Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs

Hoboken Restaurant Week, Monday, November 9 to Sunday, November 22

The first Hoboken Restaurant Week celebrates 24 independent restaurants, cafes, bakeries and bars with special offers. Highlights include a $45 three course dinner at Barbes, a $40 prix fixe with a margarita or mocktail at Fat Taco, a $40 three course menu at Sushi Lounge, a $35 dinner at Madd Hatter and a $30 prix fixe at Muteki Ramen.

• Date: Monday, November 9 to Sunday, November 22, 2026
• Time: Varies by restaurant
• Location: Participating restaurants across Hoboken
• Cost: Varies by offer
• More info: Hoboken Business Alliance
• Our guide: Hoboken Restaurant Week 2026 deals and menus

Hoboken Pizza Fest, Saturday, November 14

The 10th annual pizza crawl includes Grimaldi’s, Napoli’s, Antique Bar and Bakery, Imposto’s, Urban Coalhouse and more, benefiting Party With Purpose.

• Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
• Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (check in 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.)
• Location: Check in at Urban Coalhouse, 116 14th Street, Hoboken
• Cost: $22.22 to $75.22 including fees
• More info: Tickets and details
• Full guide: Hoboken Pizza Fest 2026 tickets, stops and tips

Weehawken 5K for Food Justice, Saturday, November 14

Student organizers behind Food Justice For All host the 2nd annual Weehawken 5K Walk/Run on the waterfront, with a kids’ fun run at 8:30 a.m. and 5K starts at 9:15 and 9:45 a.m. at Weehawken Field. Proceeds benefit PERC shelter in Union City. Read our full guide to the Weehawken 5K for Food Justice.

Santa Paws Tree Party, Bayonne, Tuesday, November 17

The Hudson County Animal League celebrates its 22nd annual Santa Paws Tree at 7 p.m. in the lobby of Bayonne Public Library, where a donation of $10 or more gets your pet an ornament. See the details in our Santa Paws Tree guide.

Hoboken Turkey Trot, Saturday, November 21

Get your miles in the weekend before Thanksgiving on a waterfront course along Sinatra Drive. The post race scene includes music and hot chocolate, and there is a 1 mile fun run for kids.

• Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
• Time: 1 mile fun run at 9 a.m., 5K at 10 a.m.
• Location: Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken
• Cost: $45 for the 5K, $25 for the fun run
• More info: Race registration

Jersey City Turkey Day 5K, Thursday, November 26

Start Thanksgiving morning on the Jersey City waterfront with views of Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The course is stroller friendly and the race fills up every year.

• Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving)
• Time: 1 mile fun run at 9 a.m., 5K at 10 a.m.
• Location: Colgate Clock, 20 Hudson Street, Jersey City
• Cost: $40 for the 5K, $15 for the fun run (prices rise after October 25)
• More info: Race registration

Bayonne Turkey Trot, Thursday, November 26

Bayonne’s Thanksgiving tradition runs through the county park on the Newark Bay side of town. Shirts are included for registered runners. Check in is inside the park near the bathrooms.

• Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving)
• Time: 1 mile fun run at 9 a.m., 5K at 10 a.m. (per the registration page)
• Location: Bayonne County Park, 930 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Bayonne
• Cost: $40 for the 5K, $15 for the fun run
• More info: Race registration

Looking ahead, the Hoboken Jingle Bell 5K is set for Saturday, December 12 on Sinatra Drive. Our guide to Hudson County holiday markets has the December markets confirmed so far, and we will share tree lightings as towns announce them.

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Featured photo: Andre Carrotflower, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.