Everything for Hoboken parents, in one little list

Hoboken with kids — week of July 31, 2026

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Everything for Hoboken parents, in one little list · Jul 31–Aug 6
Good morning, Hoboken. The humidity is currently hovering somewhere between a swamp and a steam room, which is a fantastic backdrop for trying to convince a toddler that wearing sneakers is non-negotiable. If you’ve managed to get through the week without someone having a complete meltdown over the sidewalk chalk melting, you’re doing better than most of us.
In today’s list:
•  Ben Butler Band plays Church Square
•  Hoboken Rec youth sports registration opens
•  Yoga Story Time returns for kids
Let’s get to it.
WATERFRONT WAKE UP CALL
Get out on the waterfront for a morning of movement and shopping at the Pier 13 stage.
When: Saturday, August 1, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Pier 13 Stage
 
TINY STARS IN TRAINING
This performing arts program on Garden Street is a free way to engage your toddlers and preschoolers.
When: Saturday, August 1
Where: Garden Street, Hoboken, NJ
Details: Free · Ages toddlers and preschool aged
 
STRETCHY STORY HOUR
Yoga Story Time 🎈⚽
Head to the Main Library for an active, free story time perfect for your little yogi.
When: Friday, July 31, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Main Library
Details: Free · Ages Kids
 
STRINGING ALONG IN THE PARK
Grab a blanket and catch this touring pro at the Church Square Park outdoor concert series.
When: Wednesday, August 5, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Church Square Park, 400 Garden St, Hoboken
Details: Free · Ages All ages
 
FRESH BEATS AND PRODUCE
Ron Albanese is bringing music, dance, and comedy to the Southwest Resiliency Park during the Farmers' Market.
When: Thursday, August 6, 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Where: Southwest Resiliency Park, 58 Jackson St, Hoboken
Details: Free · Ages Kids
 
Events
Coming up this week 📅
Friday, July 31
🎈 Roald Dahl's Matilda Jr. – Performance of Roald Dahl's Matilda Jr. at Mile Square Theatre.
🎈 Low-Key Fridays – Join us for Low-Key Fridays in the Teen Room!
🎈 Feel Good Friday – On Fridays, check out a book and enjoy a sweet treat!
🎈⚽ Summer Gymnastics: FRIDAY 5-to-12 year-olds – Weekly gymnastics instruction for children aged 5 to 12.
🎈 Stamp Your Way Around BCCLS – A fun-filled journey to discover the BCCLS logo hidden in participating libraries.
Saturday, August 1
🎈🎢 Main Street Pops Artisan Markets – A monthly curated market showcasing a selection of unique, handmade treasures from local artisans.
🎈 Roald Dahl's Matilda Jr. – Performance of Roald Dahl's Matilda Jr. at Mile Square Theatre.
🎈⚽ Flexible Dance Program – Enroll in a flexible dance class series with monthly tuition. Students have the option to drop into classes or enroll long-term.
Sunday, August 2
🎈🎭 Matilda Jr. The Musical – A youth production of the musical Matilda Jr. at the Mile Square Theatre.
🎈⚽ Pier 13 Hoboken: Shuva Dance Party – A family-friendly waterfront dance party with a live DJ featuring music for toddlers, big kids, and parents.
Monday, August 3
🎈⚾ Summer Baseball 6-to-9-year-olds – Youth baseball program for children ages 6-9.
🎈⚽ Summer Basketball: Girls 5th-8th Grade – Youth summer basketball program for girls in 5th-8th grade.
Tuesday, August 4
🎈 National Night Out - Hoboken – An annual community-building event bringing neighbors, law enforcement, and first responders together.
🎈⚽ Summer Basketball: Girls 5th-8th Grade – Basketball program for girls in grades 5 through 8.
🎈⚽ Summer Gymnastics: TUESDAY 5-to-12-year-olds – Weekly summer gymnastics class for children aged 5-12.
🎈🎨 Art in the Park DROP IN – Drop-in art class for kids held in the park.
Wednesday, August 5
🎈πŸ₯Ž Summer Softball: 10-to-12-year-olds – Softball program for children aged 10 to 12.
🎈⚽ Summer Gymnastics: TUESDAY 5-to-12-year-olds – Weekly summer gymnastics class for children aged 5 to 12.
🎈⚾ Summer Baseball 6-to-9-year-olds – Summer baseball clinic for children aged 6 to 9 years old.
Thursday, August 6
🎈⚽ Summer Gymnastics: THURSDAY 5-to-12 year-olds – Weekly summer gymnastics program for children aged 5 to 12.
🎈⚽ Summer Basketball: Girls 5th-8th Grade – Summer basketball session for girls in grades 5 through 8.
Don't say we didn't warn you
Deadlines creeping up ⏳
🎨 Waitlist onlyWeek 2: Theme--The Hudson River
Weekly summer arts program themed around the Hudson River for kids in grades 1-9.
🎨 Waitlist onlyWeek 5: Theme--Hoboken Wildlife
A week-long summer arts program focused on local wildlife.
🎨 Expected AugustHoboken Rec fall youth sports registration
Soccer, flag football and tennis for the fall season run through RecDesk. The city announces openings mainly by Nixle email rather than posting a calendar, so sign up for Nixle at hobokennj.gov/emergency-notifications if you don't want to miss it.
🎨 Sun, Aug 9Flexible Dance Program
A monthly enrollment program for various dance styles. Students can enroll in classes and benefit from recital eligibility.
🎨 Sun, Aug 9Grown Up and Me Program
A completely free dance program for toddlers and preschool aged children.
🎨 Mon, Aug 10My Gym Children’s Fitness Center Classes
Fitness classes for children focusing on strength, balance, coordination, and social skills.
 
📅 Full events calendar
🏫 Daycare report cards
🎭 Classes & programs
👶 Expecting? Start here
 
 
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Every event in this issue also lives on this week's calendar. If you're planning further out, the classes and programs directory and the Hoboken daycare report cards are updated continuously, and the blog has our longer guides for parents new to town.