If you’re getting ready to buy those gifts for the holidays, the HDSID have you covered. Join the HDSID and Artist & Maker Market for their Holiday Market on Newark Ave! From December 10th to December 22nd, you can head over to the Grove St PATH Plaza to shop for gifts before the holidays roll […]
5 Reasons to Attend the HDSID Halloween Family Bash
It’s finally that time of year! Bring the family to the Newark Ave Pedestrian Plaza on October 31 for a Halloween bash! It’s the perfect family-friendly event for Halloween, so get your kiddos dressed up to go trick-or-treating along Newark Ave and have some fun. Here’s what you can expect: 1. Lots of Candy There’ll be […]
10 New Vendors at the 2018 HDSID Street Fair
For the 8th Annual All About Downtown Street Fair, there’s so much you can expect, from live music to food and drink. Every year, we see hundreds of vendors join in on the fun. Check out 10 new vendors at the street fair this year! Luna Luna is a recently opened restaurant in Downtown, offering […]
ChicpeaJC Takes Over HDSID Instagram for Street Fair
Starting August 15th, ChicpeaJC is taking over the HDSID’s Instagram account for the month leading up to the All About Downtown Street Fair on September 15th! That’s right, the All About Downtown Street Fair is back for its 8th year so save the date! On September 15th from 12PM to 8PM, you can enjoy 8 hours […]
Feel Good Fridays: a Monthly Event with the HDSID
Join the HDSID and the Artist & Maker Market on August 3rd from 3PM to 10PM for Feel Good Friday! Shop local, enjoy delicious bites and vibe on the Pedestrian Plaza. The perfect way to kick off the weekend. Here’s what you need to know It’s a monthly event You can stop by the Grove […]
5 Things to Expect at Groove on Grove on JC Friday
Join the HDSID for a special JC Fridays edition of Groove of Grove on June 1st! JC Fridays is always a blast, and Groove on Grove goes above and beyond to bring the fun every year. Whether you’re just passing through to check out the vendors or hanging out on the grass and enjoying the […]
New Vendors at Groove on Grove This Season
The weather is getting warmer and the fun is coming back to Grove Street. On May 2nd, join the HDSID along with the Artist & Maker Market and DJ Dancing Tony in bringing back Groove on Grove at the Grove Street PATH Station! Every year, Groove on Grove features a lineup of talented local musicians. For […]
Easter Funday with the HDSID
Hippity, hoppity, Easter’s on its way… Easter is right around the corner, and you know what that means – photos and fun with the Easter Bunny! On March 31, join the HDSID in welcoming the Easter Bunny to Downtown Jersey City. From 10 AM til noon, bring your kiddos for some Easter fun! They’ll have […]
HDSID 20th Anniversary Holiday Party
Join the HDSID on December 21st for their 20th anniversary and holiday party! From 6PM to 8PM in the City Hall Council Chambers Room, you can enjoy some delicious food by Taqueria and celebrate the anniversary and holiday season. Jersey City Sweets is donating 100 cookies in gift bags for guests. The mayor will also […]
HDSID Holiday Market
I am SO EXCITED. This weekend is the HDSID Holiday Market by the Grove Street Path Station. Don’t miss this awesome weekend event! The Holiday Market is happening December 9th and 10th at the Grove Street PATH Plaza in collaboration with Artist & Maker Market and Midnight Market! It’s going to be the biggest JC […]
HDSID Annual Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting
It’s not the holiday season in Jersey City until the Historic Downtown SID’s Annual Tree Lighting and Menorah Ceremony! And the day is finally here! Join us on December 7th for the official kickoff of the holiday season with the HDSID! I literally never miss a year! It’s so much fun for the whole family […]
Family Halloween Bash on the Pedestrian Mall
The time for family-friendly Halloween fun is here. The HDSID is back on the Newark Ave Pedestrian Plaza for the annual Halloween Bash! SO FUN. Before setting off on a night of trick-or-treating, bring the kiddos to a fun-filled party on the Plaza with face painting, a bouncy house, music, popcorn, and (of course) lots […]
What You Need to Know for the 2017 All About Downtown Street Fair
OMG. I can’t believe it’s almost here. This Saturday is the HDSID All About Downtown Street Fair! This year they extended the fair and it’s happening from 12PM to 8PM, you can enjoy food, drinks, and more from 300 vendors! WOAH. Gonna be crazy. Read our last post on the top new vendors this year here. Here […]
Groove on Grove: JC Fridays
On September 8th, join Groove on Grove for a JC Fridays edition of their 10th season finale! From 5PM to 10PM, have fun and close out the summer with a bang! This is going to be an awesome night, the perfect outing to bring in the fall and celebrate all things Jersey City. Do not […]
11 New Things Happening at the All About Downtown Street Fair 2017
The summer time flew by, which we aren’t too thrilled about, BUT it also means our favorite Jersey City event of the year is upon us. Join the Historic Downtown SID for the All About Downtown Street Fair on September 16th. From 12PM to 8PM, you can enjoy food, drinks, and more from over 250 vendors, […]
Groove on Grove The Hip Hop Edition
Thank you HDSID for asking me to come back for the second year to host Groove on Grove’s Hip Hop night. This year I asked Jay-Hype to co-host with me and the event was a huge success. Special Thanks to all the performers Naja Young and The Lo-Fi’s Mateo Ahki Conundrum Petey x Kraze King […]
Groove on Grove: JC Fridays Edition!
JC Fridays is finally back! Which means summer is officially here! On June 2nd from 5PM to 10PM, stop by the Groove on Grove for great local bands, some fresh cocktails, delicious food from local businesses, and products from vendors of The Artist & Maker Market. THIS IS A FREE EVENT! and perfect for the whole family. […]
HDSID Annual and Monthly Meeting – May
At 10AM on Tuesday, May 2, join the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID) for their annual Membership and Organizational meeting to adopt the annual budget and elect a new board. In order to be on the ballot, the person must own or manage property in our district. Members of the HDSID will have a ballot will […]
The Women of Action Awards
Every March, Mayor Steven Fulop and the City kick off Women’s History Month by giving awards to Women of Action in Jersey City. Each ward nominates a woman from the district to receive this honor. It’s a really big deal. These women are so incredibly inspiring and I am lucky to know a few of […]
HDSID Presents Halloween Family Bash!
On Monday, the 31st (Halloween!) from 3 PM to 6 PM, dress up and come out the Newark Avenue Pedestrian Mall, brought to you by the HDSID! There’ll be face-painting, a bouncy house, music, popcorn, and candy. AND IT’S FREE! Get your kiddos amped up and exhausted by 8 PM (bedtime)! We go to this every […]