Groove on Grove

05/26/2026

Groove on Grove and Handmade Market return to the Grove St PATH Plaza tomorrow. Free to enjoy!

05/14/2026

Groove on Grove returns tomorrow, May 15th, 6-9pm at the Grove St PATH Plaza in Downtown Jersey City. Featuring 3 great performances from local musicians. Free to attend! + Join us a bit earlier for HDSID Handmade Market shopping from 3-8pm.

05/12/2026

Do you love Groove on Grove? 🎶💙 This event is produced by the HDSID — the nonprofit that supports Downtown Jersey City’s small businesses, public spaces, and local artists.

When you donate to our Hudson Gives fundraiser, you’re helping us continue programs like Groove on Grove while supporting the businesses and creatives that make Downtown feel alive.

If you’ve ever danced in the plaza, discovered a new artist, grabbed dinner before the show, or simply enjoyed the energy of the neighborhood… we’d love your support.

Because Groove on Grove is more than a music series — it’s part of the heartbeat of Downtown.

💙 Donate here: http://bit.ly/4wnGpgu

05/05/2026

Handmade Market + Groove on Grove are RESCHEDULED for Friday May 8th.✨ Due to expected rain and wind on May 6th.

🛍️ Handmade Market
5/8 | 3-8pm
5/9 | 12–6pm
5/13 | 3–8pm

🎶 Groove on Grove
5/8 | 6-9pm
5/13 | 6–9pm

📍 Grove St PATH Plaza, Downtown Jersey City

04/20/2026

Who’s ready to Groove on Grove? Every Wednesday, from May 6th through August 26th, 6–9pm, the Grove St PATH Plaza turns into your weekly open-air stage.

Local musicians from every corner of the scene — soul, salsa, indie rock, hip-hop, and more — bringing that raw, homegrown energy right where you live.

Curated by (The) Rock-it Docket, powered by our amazing sponsors, and 100% FREE for the whole neighborhood.

And while the beats are warming up, swing by early for the Handmade Market (3–8pm). A vibrant pop-up of JC makers, artists, and creators selling one-of-a-kind goods you’ll actually want to take home.

See you soon!

03/09/2026

Calling all local musicians! 🎶🎸We’re booking local talent to perform at our Downtown Jersey City events — including Groove on Grove, the All About Downtown Street Fair, Halloween events, and more.

📩 To be considered, email Dancing Tony at [email protected] with your music, band info, and links.

01/26/2026

Snow day = the perfect time to lock in your 2026 events ☃️📅✨ Take 10% off select HDSID events & sponsorships when you apply and pay today, January 26th.

EVENTS
• Handmade Market
• All About Downtown Street Fair
SPONSORSHIPS
• Groove on Grove / Handmade Market
• All About Downtown Street Fair
• Holiday Celebrations
• Social Media Sponsorship
• Platinum (Year-Round Sponsorship)

While winter does its thing, we’re dreaming of spring + summer—when Downtown Jersey City comes alive. ✨

👉 Apply now via the links in our bio or visit jcdowntown.org

01/22/2026

The visibility is a bonus, but the impact is real.💚🏙️✨
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When your business sponsors HDSID events, it’s so much more than a logo or perks. It’s about bringing people together, supporting small businesses, and strengthening our community.
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Visit our website to see how you can get involved! https://jcdowntown.org/event/groove-on-grove/

01/06/2026

Our 2026 Sponsorship & Event Opportunities are LIVE. From high-traffic street festivals to beloved community traditions, sponsoring with HDSID means:

✔️ Visibility across Downtown
✔️ Features on our website, newsletters & social media
✔️ On-site and print branding at events
✔️ Real connection with the community

These events don’t just happen — they’re built by partners who believe in community, culture, and showing up.
✨ Be part of the magic.

👉 Apply via the link in our bio or visit jcdowntown.org

10/01/2025

The JCAST edition of the Handmade Market is HERE! ✨🎶🎨
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We’ll be welcoming nearly 60 incredible vendors, rotating all weekend, bringing you art, handmade goods,bites + more. 🛍️💫 + Live music by Jersey City talent, booked by
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🗓️Oct 3 ; Market is open 3–9pm.
🎶Live music 6–9pm at the Newark Ave Pedestrian Mall
+ BONUS: Meet the Time Traveler! .mask
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🗓️ Oct 4 + 5; Market is open 12–6pm with DJ sets.
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✨ Free, open to all ages, and one of many creative stops on the citywide JCAST tour! Explore 120+ venues across Jersey City — and don’t forget to add Handmade Market to your route.

09/25/2025

Looking for something? You can always find our important links here! https://linktr.ee/HDSID_JC Or visit our website, jcdowntown.org

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