Beach Walk, Shop With Dad: Family Events In And Around Hoboken

HOBOKEN, NJ — There are plenty of events and activities this week and beyond in Hoboken for kids of all ages. Check out this week's Hoboken family activity roundup (do you know of something we should add to our weekly roundup? Email us here).

Movies Under the Stars And Concerts Start Soon

Hoboken's summer activities are back, and the full schedule was released Saturday. Get the list of Movies Under the Stars, Concerts in the Park, arts festivals, and other events by clicking here.

Borrow Games And Get Ice Cream At Pier A Park

A new ice cream shop opened this month at Pier A Park called Play Fun Eat, and you can rent games for some family fun on the pier. READ MORE: Two Ice Cream Shops Coming To Hoboken

Hoboken Special Needs Parent Group's Parents Night Out

Dine outdoors this Saturday with Hoboken's Special Needs Parents Group at Chango Kitchen.

The meetup (and eat-up) takes place at 8 p.m. Find out more on Facebook here.

Main Street Pops (In 2 Weeks): Shop With Dad At Main Street Market

Not this Sunday, but on Sunday, June 20, you can take your family for a stroll under the 14th Street Viaduct to the monthly Main Street Pops market, featuring local craftspeople and vendors.

This one will be a special "Shop With Dad on Father’s Day" event.

The organizers write, "Looking for a fun local family activity this Father’s Day? After Dad opens his cards, head down to Main Street Pops’ Monthly Artisan Market under the 14th street viaduct, and let him pick out his own gifts this year! Many of the artisans have special Father’s Day offerings that he’s sure to love… we’ve rounded up a preview of some of the offerings here."

They include candles, Father's Day gift boxes with goodies, bath soaks, crafts, and more.

And there's plenty to do with kids in the 15th Street area, from Bwe Coffee/Little City Books to Fruiti Fi juice shop.

"Stop by to pick up fantastic artwork, baked treats, jewelry, pet gifts, home goods and more," the organizers announced on Facebook, "from Boomerang Bites, Calliope Sisters, Chaconia Candles, Dillon Dunning, Dune and Salt, Hoboken Jengo, Hudson Houndstooth, Joe Epstein Photography, The Rose Hammer and Uncorked Candle Co." Find out more about Main Street Pops artisan markets here or here.

New High School In Downtown Jersey City Holds Open House

It's not often that a new high school opens in Hudson County, public or private. But a new private high school will open in Downtown Jersey City in fall, and they're holding a virtual open house later this month. Find out more here.

Hoboken Soccer Signups: Open Enrollment Until June 30

Fall soccer sign-ups began for Hoboken kids this week and will run through June 30. Everyone will be accommodated who's eligible, so there's no need to rush to sign up. Find out more here: Hoboken Fall Soccer Registration Begins.

Liberty State Park Nature Walks And Events

You can take the light rail or drive to Liberty State Park in Jersey City and enjoy beach walks, scavenger hunts, and local history lectures. LSP has released its list of June events, including a talk on the history of the Blue Comet Train that used to run from Jersey City to the shore (it was mentioned in an episode of "The Sopranos").

This weekend, find out about a beach with a view of the Manhattan skyline at the Caven Point Beach Walk, held at 1 p.m. Saturday.

Find out about these and other June events right next door at http://www.facebook.com/LibertyStateParkOfficial. And if you go, email us and let me know how it went, so we can encourage other Hoboken families to meet up there next time!

Subscribe to get e-mail updates on the park's other events at the bottom of this page. Directions to the park and its parking lots are here.

Take NJ Transit To Summer Attractions

NJ Transit recently announced that it's providing train service to Six Flags Great Adventure, American Dream, Liberty Science Center, and more. Check out njtransit.com/summer for more information.

American Dream Mall Discounts And News

Now that the American Dream complex has opened, parents are trying out the various attractions, with more set to open this summer. Find out more here. They also offer birthday packages. Find out more here.

And do you want to know general information about Legoland, the Mirror Maze, and all the other attractions? Click here.

Staycation: Learn About Hoboken's 35 Parks Here

If you're having a staycation this weekend, why not check out a park in a neighborhood you haven't been to?

Hoboken has 35 parks, totalling 53 acres of open space. You can click a new site to look at the playgrounds, dog runs, water spray areas, and more. Check the website here:

Click here: All about Hoboken's parks

Liberty Science Center Updates

Got a dinosaur-obsessed child? Among Liberty Science Center's exhibits for all ages, the T. Rex exhibit opened this month.

"When New Yorkers look across the Hudson River this week, they'll be able to catch a glimpse of an enormous T-Rex towering up Liberty Science Center, but they shouldn’t worry too much," LSC told us, "as this isn’t the filming of Jurassic Park 4 — just marking the opening of a brand new exhibit, 'SUE: The T-Rex Experience,' starting on May 22." Click here to learn more.

In addition, LSC holds Junior Days for kids 6 and under on Thursdays and Fridays. Click here about the LSC Junior Days and activities.

Click here for admission information, directions, and covid safety protocols. Liberty Science Center is just a short light rail ride (or drive) away in Jersey City. It's located at Liberty State Park, 222 Jersey City Blvd. Call (201) 200-1000.

Previous Updates: The Hive, Village Tree House, And More

Read previous Patch family activity updates, including the Hive for coffee and a playroom, Village Treehouse playroom, and more here: Hoboken Family Activities

We've been trying to find the best ways for parents to take a break and self-care. Do you know of any discounts, travel deals, or promotions for local families? Email us to let us know.

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