Samantha Impaglia 
The holiday season is just around the corner and with it comes all of the festive happenings going on in Hoboken. One event that we here at Team HG look forward to each year is the annual Christmas tree lighting, which will return again for 2025. This year’s tree lighting will take place on December 11th, coinciding with some other holiday events. Read on for more about this year’s Hoboken Christmas tree lighting and what to expect for 2025.
The Hoboken Business Alliance confirmed with The Hoboken Girl that the City’s annual Christmas tree lighting will take place on Thursday, December 11th, 2025 from 5PM-6:30PM at the 11th Street island. The celebration will include entertainment with Elvis the Elf, live performances by Hoboken youth, and a special visit from Santa Claus himself. Local Hoboken businesses, including The Hive, will provide complimentary hot cocoa and baked goods.
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Following the tree lighting will be the Holiday Night Out: One-Night Only event in Hoboken on December 13th. Washington Street businesses will be providing deals that encourage residents and visitors to shop, dine, and celebrate locally this holiday season, in addition to hot cocoa, musicians, face painting, and holiday-themed workshops.
This also coincides with the free holiday HOP Shuttle service taking place in town. Expanded service began on November 15th and is available on weekends from 11AM-6PM through December 21st, per a Nixle alert from the City. Residents can track the real-time location of the shuttle via the Passio GO app.
If you’re looking for even more holiday events happening in Hoboken, Jersey City, and greater New Jersey, our team rounded them all up here.
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