Cultural Affairs
Administrator of Cultural Affairs:
Geraldine Fallo
Hours: M – F, 9am – 7pm Phone: (201) 420-2207 Fax: (201) 420-2009
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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.
Sinatra Idol Contest
Thursday, June 13th • 6:30pm to 9pm
Sinatra Park Amphitheater,Frank Sinatra Dr. btwn 4th and 5th Streets.
15 Contestants Strut their Stuff. Prizes awarded to the best Sinatra Style Vocalist.
(raindate: Friday, June 14)
If you wish to be a contestant for 2014 email a request to: hoboculturalaffairs@gmail.com
Movies Under the Stars
click link for 2013 schedule
Free Outdoor Movie Screenings overlooking the beautiful Hudson River.
Takes place at Pier A Park, on the park’s Great Lawn.
Located on First St. & Frank Sinatra Drive
Performance by The NJ Symphony Orchestra
program TBA
Thursday, June 20, 2013, Begins at 7pm, Free
Pier A Park, First Street & Frank Sinatra Park Bring a blanket or low back chair
Family Fun Nights
click link for 2013 Schedule
Tuesday nights in June, July & Aug. from 7pm to 8pm
Outdoor performances specific to children.
Shipyard Park, located at 13th Street & McFeeley Drive behind the King’s Supermarket.
Sponsored by The Applied Companies
3rd Sundays: Hoboken Monthly Gallery Walk -
Next Gallery Walk is Sun. May 19, 2013
Occurring on the third Sunday of each month from 2 to 6 pm,
ten galleries and art spaces around Hoboken will hold special events and receptions in a coordinated tour de force. 3rd Sundays will highlight the work of local, regional and international artists. You will find a wealth of fantastic art in spaces whose atmospheres range from sophisticated to funky. Whatever your taste in fine art, you are sure to find something you love.
Art on the Fence: An Outdoor Mural Project
Featuring the work of 20 local artists
Takes place on 11th St. from Hudson St., heading east along Sinatra Drive,
and Washington St. bet. 14th & 15th St.
Ribbon cutting, Sun. June 2nd at 2pm
Meet & Greet with the artists from 2pm to 4pm
Art in the Park
Click link for the 2013 schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday sessions
Early Morning or Mid Morning
Creative activities for ages toddlers, ages 4 & under
Pier A Park, Sinatra Dr. & First St. and Elysian Park, Hudson St. bet. 10th & 11th Sts.
Concerts in the Park
Click link for 2013 schedule
FREE Outdoor Summer Performances Thursday evenings at 7 pm.
Amphitheater at Sinatra Park, located on Frank Sinatra Dr. between 4th & 5th Streets
Fitness in the Park
Click link for 2013 schedule
Mondays in Pier A Park on the east end of the lawn Sinatra Dr. & First St. 7pm to 8pm,
Get in shape by trying something new and different each week. Free classes presented by local fitness establishments. Wear loose fitting clothes and sneakers. Bring mat if needed and water.
Spaghetti Dinner Block Party
Thursday, Aug. 29th • 5pm to 8pm
Takes place along the walkway on Sinatra Drive bet. 1st & 2nd Streets.
Lots of great food, live music & family atmosphere.
Tickets available for purchase beginning June 10th at City Hall in the Cultural Affairs Office, 2nd floor.
Yoga in the Park – Sponsored by Devotion Yoga
Tuesday nights in June, July & August • 7pm to 8pm
Free Yoga classes at Pier A Park, First St. & Sinatra Drive.
Wear loose fitting clothing & bring your own mat and water.
Theatre in the Park
2013 schedule TBA
These FREE Outdoor Performances will be held at
Frank Sinatra Park Amphitheater
located on Franks Sinatra Drive bet. 4th and 5th Streets.
Kayaking Days
2013 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.
Fall Arts & Music Festival
Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013 • 11:00am-6:00pm
Washington St. between Observer Hwy. & 7th St.
Over 300 artists, crafters and more. Great food.
Kids area on 3rd Street. 3 stages of live performances.
Ragamuffin Parade
Thursday Oct. 31st
Line of march setup for the parade is
on Washington St. & 13th Streets beginning at 3:30pm;
parade begins at 4:00pm; Costume contest at Little League Field
on 5th St. & River Terrace.
Prizes awarded for best costumes.
Artists Studio Tour 2013
Sat. & Sun. Nov. 9th & 10th, 2013; noon to 6pm
Free self-guided walking tour of artists’ studios and community gallery spaces.
Pick up maps at City Hall on the day of the tour, located at 94 Washington St.
City Hall Holiday Crafts Fair 2013
Sat. & Sun. Dec. 7th & 8th • 11am to 5pm
City Hall: 94 Washington St.
Featuring an eclectic mix of art and beautiful handcrafted gift items.
Unique gift items for that special someone.
Christmas Tree Lighting 2013
Date TBA
In front of City Hall; includes performances by local school children,
Elvis the Elf & an appearance by Santa Claus.
Thanks to our sponsors: Garden Street School of the Performing Arts,
My Gym Hoboken and The Hoboken Family Alliance.
And thanks to the many volunteers from Steven’s Institute of Technology for all of their
help creating the hay maze and pumpkin patch and helping to manage the events during the day
and the clean up.
Holiday Banding Concert –
Date for 2013 TBA – Doors open at 6:30pm,
music starts at 7pm, admission $7.00;
Maxwells, 1039 Washington Street,
Popular local musicians,
performing favorite holiday classics
Harvest Festival
2013 Date 2013 • 11am-3pm; Pier A Park, 1st Street & Sinatra Drive
Hay maze, Pony Rides, Moonwalk, Hay Rides, Face Painting, Pumpkin Painting, sand art & more.
Ragamuffin Parade
Thursday, Oct. 31st, 2013
Line of march setup for the parade is on Washington St. & 13th Streets beginning at 3:30pm; parade begins at 4:00pm; Costume contest at Little League Field on 5th St. & River Terrace.
Prizes awarded for best costumes.
City Hall Holiday Crafts Fair 2013
Sat. & Sun. December 7th & 8th from 11am to 5pm
City Hall: 94 Washington Street
Featuring an eclectic mix of art and beautiful handcrafted gift items.
Unique gift items for that special someone.
Fall Arts & Music Festival – Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013
Sponsors include: United Water, PATH, Capital One, Walgreens, Yelp,
Visit.NJ.org: Supported in part by a grant from the New Jersey Dept. of State,
Division of Travel & Tourism
Spring Arts & Music Festival 2013
Sunday May 5 • 11am to 6pm • Washington St.
If you wish to be a vendor, email a request to: gfallo@hobokennj.org
A Big Thanks to Our Generous Sponsors for 2013
Title Sponsors: The Applied Companies, Frank Raia, United Water,
and Projected Images of Hudson County
GOLD Sponsors: The Puerto Rican Cultural Committee, Muller Insurance,
State Farm Insurance, My Gym Hoboken, Bijou Properties, and Shop Rite of Hoboken,
SILVER Sponsors: The Guitar Bar, Guitar Bar Jr., Singleton Galmann Realty,
Garden Street School of Performing Arts, Mimi Kids Yoga, Devotion Yoga, Riverside Realty, Yelp*,
Carlos Bakery, and The Hoboken Reporter
Additional Support provided by: Preschool of Rock, and Kidville
These programs are made possible in part by funds from The New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, administered by the Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, Thomas A. DeGise, County Executive and the Board of Chosen Freeholders.
To become a sponsor please call Gerri Fallo at (201) 420-2207.
Hoboken Irish Festival
Wed. March 13, 2013 • 3pm to 10pm
Sinatra Park & The Little League Field
Live music • hurling demo & youth clinic
Step dancing • face painting • craft activity
Featuring performances by:
The Prodigals • Gold N Brown • Will O’Connor Colin Nisbet • Jersey City Fire Fighters Pipe & Drum Band Garden St. Irish Step Dancers • Emerald Fire Dance Ensemble and much more. For more info, call 201-420-2207 Media support provided by Yelp.
The Sounds of Hoboken: A Citywide Musical Celebration
June 10 from 11am to 7pm
Free musical celebration that takes place all around the city. On that day, dozens of public spaces will become impromptu stages for free concerts by local musicians. Click above for more information.
Download complete performance schedule
Alice in Wonderland Journey:
Click on link for the 2012 schedule
Fun for the whole family. Co-sponsored by Tempest Productions & the City of Hoboken
Saturday, June 9, 12:30pm to 4pm,
Sinatra Park Cafe, Sinatra Drive, bet. 4th & 5th Streets
The Red Queen requests the pleasure of your company as she searches for tarts,
orders the cards and plays croquet! Don’t be late for this very important date.
Don’t be late for this very important date.
Citywide Yard Sale & Flea Market at Church Square Park -
Saturday, May 19th, 2012, 10am to 3pm; Takes place all over Hoboken. There will be a Flea Market around Church Square Park as well. For more information, call 201-420-2207 or email us at gfallo@hobokennj.org to receive an application.
Hoboken Arts Resource Guide. In an effort to help promote the arts and the efforts of local arts groups & businesses, Mayor Dawn Zimmer & the City of Hoboken are creating an Arts Resource Guide for Hoboken. There is no charge to sign up, and the information will be available for free on the City’s website. Whether you are an artist, crafter, musician, writer, actor, theatre group, etc, this is a great way to market what you do and a great way to promote the arts.
