5 Free Or Affordable Outings In Hoboken

HOBOKEN, NJ — Hoboken is a great place to be when the weather warms up — and it doesn't have to cost much to have fun.

Here are five low-cost outings around Hoboken and the rest of Hudson County where you can take the family or go with friends.

Hoboken Arts & Music Festival — It's about to happen right here in Hoboken. Head to the streets for Hoboken's spring arts and music festival on May 1 starting at 11 a.m., featuring live music on two stages, great food, 300 artists, and more. It's a sponsored event, so just show up and spend what you can, or can't. Enjoy. Details are here.

Main Street Pops Artisan Market Spring/Summer 2022 — This is free! It's happening under the 14th Street viaduct on Adams Street. It's a monthly eventhappening next on May 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come out and enjoy the sights, vendors, music, arts and crafts.

Cars Shows, All Summer Long! — Car shows are going on all over New Jersey, and they are often free to spectators. Follow listings for local or statewide events here or at the New Jersey Car Shows website. Look at the flyers to see if there's a cost for spectators; fees listed are usually for those entering a car in the show or for vendors.

The Gravity Vault Hoboken Community Meetup — This is also free. If you're feeling adventurous or want to meet fellow urban climbers you can also support the Hoboken Shelter. It's happening April 24 from 2-5 p.m., so bring supplies for the shelter if you can. There are other events like it that you may want to follow; register here.

Go Fishin' — There is a reason so many people "would rather be fishing." It's a great relaxing pastime and one for all ages. Don't know much about fishing but would like to learn? A website called On The Water has helpful info, including local fishing reports.

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