Unquarantined: Things To Do All Week In Hudson County

HUDSON COUNTY, NJ — Looking for something to do this week, particularly without having to go far? Check out concerts, nature walks, art events, and unique programs right in Hoboken, Jersey City, Secaucus, and other nearby Hudson County towns.

Here's our list, from concerts to history walks. Keep this handy to use the links below.

Take In A Free Outdoor Concert

Hoboken, Secaucus, and Jersey City all have free concerts coming to their outdoor areas over the next few weeks. These include Tom Petty and Beatles tribute bands, and more.

• See Hoboken concert schedule here
• See Secaucus concert schedule for Buchmiller Park
• See Jersey City "Summer In The City" concert schedule here

Keep Cool In The Area's Pools

Thinking about a swim? Here is Patch's 2021 list of pools in Hudson County. Some are free for all Hudson County residents, such as several in Union City. But call to make sure you know the rules and up-to-date coronavirus precautions. Pools Around Hudson County: Where To Swim This Summer

See Outdoor Movies, Fairs, And Festivals

Hoboken, Union City, and Jersey City have released schedules of movies and other events.

• Get the list of Hoboken Movies Under the Stars, Concerts in the Park, arts festivals, and other Hoboken events by clicking here.
• Check out Jersey City cultural events here.
• There's a carnival going on in Lincoln Park, Jersey City, all week. More details are here.

Have Some Pride!

Northern Soul restaurant, located in southwest Hoboken, will celebrate PRIDE with Ms. Yuhua Hamasaki from season 10 of RuPaul's Drag Race. She'll be hosting a unique night of Drag Queen Bingo on June 24. The fun kicks off at 9 p.m. Book your table through RESY.

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 horseshoe crab walk for all ages, 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"), and more.

Find out about June events 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.

Two Open Houses For Athletes And High School Kids

Two Hoboken residents opened their new speed training facility in Jersey City this week (see photo above) called Hudson Speed School, to help train child and adult athletes. They'll have an Open House events for prospective families on Tuesday, June 22 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. "to see our space and meet our founders." Find out more here: www.hudsonspeed.com

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.

Look At Summer Camps

Still not sure what to do about camp? For Patch's 2021 list of area camps and camp databases for Hudson County and Hoboken kids, click here: Hudson County 2021 Summer Camp Guide

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. Do you want general information about Legoland, the Mirror Maze, and all the other attractions? Click here.

Liberty Science Center Updates

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

Borrow Games At A Waterfront Park

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

Specific Activities For Kids And Families in Hudson County

Each week, we do a roundup of activities for families and children in Hoboken and around Hudson County, including storytimes, park activities, crafts, and more. See this week's roundup here.

What About July 4 Fireworks?

Watch for stories from Patch this week for each town.

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