Cultural Affairs
Division Head: Gerri Fallo
Hours: M - F, 9am - 4am
Phone: (201) 420-2207
Fax: (201) 420-2388
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This department plans and executes a wide range of community events throughout the year to promote the Arts, theater, family and music activities. Our diverse programming is designed to appeal to the entire community and bring people together. We also provide assistance to local organizations for their annual Hoboken events.
Black History Month Events
Richard Hicks Youth Empowerment Luncheon
Sat. Feb. 20 begins at 1pm
Boys & Girls Club, 123 Jefferson Street
Hoboken for Haiti Fundraiser
special thanks to our co-sponsors: Maxwells,
the Guitar Bar & radio station WFMU
The event was a huge success. We raised $4,433.00
Thanks to all of the performers who donated their time & talent: students from Be Vocal, Puppetonia, Garden Street Singers from Garden Street Music, Big Jeff & the Bouncy People, The Fuzzy Lemons,
Glenn Mercer of the Feelies, Schocholautte, Smokey’s Roundup, Shrubs, Jack Skuller, Abbe Rivers
Jennifer Lampert, Jeremy Beck, Dakota Davenport, Dan McLoughlin (of the Push Stars),
Dave Calamoneri, the Demolition String Band, WFMU DJs - DJ Trouble, DJ Keili and Rob Weisberg
and Sirius XM Satellite Radio Host Chris T
Thanks to the Hoboken Family Alliance & Project for their help & support as well as everyone who helped with the planning and who helped at the event: Liz Morin, Peta Moran, Zabrina Stoffel, Regina Gannon,
Nancy Thun and members of Steven’s Institute of Technology’s volunteer fraternity Alpha Phi Omega
and thank you to everyone who stopped by Maxwells and made a donation.
Paintings by Hoboken Artist Lou Carbone
are currently on display
on the second floor of City Hall
Spring Arts & Music Festival: May 2, 2010
applications now available;
email a request to: hoboculturalaffairs@gmail.com
Washington St. bet. Observer Hwy. & 7th St. Featuring three stages of live music and over 300 artists, sculptors, photographers and craftspeople.
Fall Arts & Music Festival: Sept. 27, 2010
applications available in May 2010
Washington St. bet. Observer Hwy. & 7th St. Featuring three stages of live music and over 300 artists, sculptors, photographers and craftspeople.
Movies Under the Stars - New schedule tba
These FREE Outdoor Movie Screenings overlooking the beautiful Hudson River. All viewing takes place in Pier A Park, on the park’s Great Lawn. The park is located on First and Frank Sinatra Drive.
Family Fun Nights - New schedule tba
Outdoor Performances specific to children, held at Shipyard Park, located at 13th Street & McFeeley Drive behind the King’s Supermarket.
Concerts in the Park - Begins June 10, 2010
These FREE Outdoor Summer Performances will be held Thursday evenings at 7 pm at the Amphitheater at Sinatra Park, located on Frank Sinatra Dr. between 4th and 5th Streets.
Fitness in the Park - New schedule TBA
Mondays in Pier A Park on the east end of the lawn - Sinatra Dr. & First St. 7pm to 8pm • a different free class each week
Kayaking Days- New schedule TBA
Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse in partnership with the City of Hoboken and Downtown Boathouse of New York City will host free Kayaking Days throughout the summer at Maxwell Place Park near the intersection of Sinatra Drive and Maxwell Place. Click link for Schedule
Tango / Milonga in the Park - New schedule TBA
Fridays in Pier A Park under the Gazebo - Sinatra Dr. & First St. 7pm to 9pm • 1/2 hr. Class for Beginners before each session
Art in the Park - New schedule TBA
A morning of creative activity for ages toddlers to 6 years of age at 10:00 AM - Noon Mondays in Pier A Park - Sinatra Dr. & First St. Wednesdays in Elysian Park - Hudson St. bet. 10th & 11th Sts.
Theatre in the Park - New schedule TBA
These FREE Outdoor Performances will be held at two distinct waterfront parks. Select viewings take place in the Shipyard Park, located at 13th Street & McFeeley Drive. (behind Kings Supermarket) as well as at the Frank Sinatra Park Amphitheater located on Franks Sinatra Drive between 4th and 5th Streets.
Sinatra Idol Contest - New date TBA
Friday, June, 7pm to 9pm; at Frank Sinatra Park located on Sinatra Drive bet. 4th & 5th Streets.
Spaghetti Dinner Block Party - New date TBA
Thursday, Aug. 26th, 5pm to 8pm; takes place along the walkway on Sinatra Drive bet. 1st & 2nd Streets. Lots of great food & family atmosphere.
Artists Studio Tour: Oct. 18 – New date TBA
Free self-guided walking tour of artists’ studio and community gallery spaces.
from noon until 6pm. Tour guides will be available at City Hall on the day of the tour.
Ragamuffin Parade & Costume Contest- New date TBA
Sunday October 31, Begins at 1pm Line of march begins at 12:15pm on Washington Street bet. 13th & 14th Street featuring bands, floats and more. Followed by costume contest at Little League Field on 5th St. & River Terrace. Prizes awarded in five age categories.
Holiday Tree Lighting - New date TBA
Tuesday Dec. 7th; begins at 5:30pm
in front of Hoboken City Hall, 94 Washington Street
performances of popular Holiday songs by chorus’ from local schools as well as an appearance by Elvis the Elf & Santa Claus
Holiday Craft Fair - New date TBA
Saturday & Sunday Dec. ; from 11am to 5pm at Hoboken City Hall, 94 Washington Street, all 3 floors;
featuring an electic mix of beautiful handcrafted gift items. Buy something unique for that special someone. including jewelry, pottery, photography, stained & blown glass, handknits, soaps, candles, and much more. click above for more info.
Holiday Banding Concert - New date TBA
Sunday Dec. th; doors open at 6pm
1039 Washington Street, admission is $10
Classic Holiday songs performed by popular local musicians including Richard Barone, Dave Calamoneri, Jon & Deena of The Cucumbers, Julio Fernandez, The Gefkens, Abbe Rivers, Sputnik and many more.